Going to London next week looking for a Nautilus

[FlexxJr]

Called a few places in London and was told 2-3 years waiting list for a Rose Gold 5711 or a 5980 on Leather. Anyone know if that is the issue across London?

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by FlexxJr

Called a few places in London and was told 2-3 years waiting list for a Rose Gold 5711 or a 5980 on Leather. Anyone know if that is the issue across London?

without a relationship with the AD yes. My AD won't even put that stuff on display even if there is no one waiting. They keep it in the safe until an established client asks after one.

[FlexxJr]

Originally Posted by tyler1980

without a relationship with the AD yes. My AD won't even put that stuff on display even if there is no one waiting. They keep it in the safe until an established client asks after one.

Yeah I figured. I was trying to find an AD with Rolex and Patek to buy two Gold watches at once to maybe make the deal better for the AD but they don't seem to really care.

[Oryx]

will be difficult unless you want to buy from a grey dealer at a premium

[FlexxJr]

Originally Posted by Oryx

will be difficult unless you want to buy from a grey dealer at a premium

Yea, I saw some online for 40k Pounds which is more than retail in the US.

[Oryx]

try calling a few PP AD's in London - you may get lucky. But don't hold your hopes up too much.

[FlexxJr]

Originally Posted by Oryx

try calling a few PP AD's in London - you may get lucky. But don't hold your hopes up too much.

Called like 4 of them, 2 didn't want to discuss details over the phone, 2 said long waiting list.

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by FlexxJr

Called like 4 of them, 2 didn't want to discuss details over the phone, 2 said long waiting list.

Mappin & Web/Watches of Switzerland are going to be no help
Wempe doesnt do waiting lists in a traditional sense
That basically leaves Boodles and i have no idea about them... all i know is they got robbed a few months ago

[FlexxJr]

Originally Posted by tyler1980

Mappin & Web/Watches of Switzerland are going to be no help
Wempe doesnt do waiting lists in a traditional sense
That basically leaves Boodles and i have no idea about them... all i know is they got robbed a few months ago

Ouch, I think they might of been the ones that didn't want to talk about inventory... Makes sense now.

[Passionata]

Originally Posted by FlexxJr

Yea, I saw some online for 40k Pounds which is more than retail in the US.

SS or RG?

[FlexxJr]

Originally Posted by passionata

ss or rg?

rg

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by FlexxJr

Ouch, I think they might of been the ones that didn't want to talk about inventory... Makes sense now.

that would be why.... https://www.standard.co.uk/news/crim...-a3613086.html

[AJW232]

Give David Robinson in Canary Wharf a call, they’ll be more helpful. Mappin & Webb / Watches of Switzerland seem to quote 2-3 years when you enquiry about any Nautilus / Aquanaut, I think it’s their standard response.
I waited about 6 months for my 5980r on leather but in the meantime some came up with immediate availability from other stores I had contacted during my search. It may be worth contacting a few dealers outside of London as their availability is usually better, particularly on the rg pieces.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by tyler1980

without a relationship with the AD yes. My AD won't even put that stuff on display even if there is no one waiting. They keep it in the safe until an established client asks after one.

Times sure have changed, it was at your AD that I first tried the 5711/1r on and realised it was the PP for me.

There shouldn't be much of a waiting list for this as prices are still close to retail, you might get lucky with an AD, esp outside London.

[dardeca]

What about the Patek Salon in London? Would the OP have better luck there?

[ap1]

Lol - unlikely

[FlexxJr]

Originally Posted by dardeca

What about the Patek Salon in London? Would the OP have better luck there?

Tried the Salon as well, only Nautilus they had was the 5980 two-tone.

I'm hoping they are more protective with there inventory over the phone and will be a little more open when I visit.

[FlexxJr]

Originally Posted by AJW232

Give David Robinson in Canary Wharf a call, they’ll be more helpful. Mappin & Webb / Watches of Switzerland seem to quote 2-3 years when you enquiry about any Nautilus / Aquanaut, I think it’s their standard response.
I waited about 6 months for my 5980r on leather but in the meantime some came up with immediate availability from other stores I had contacted during my search. It may be worth contacting a few dealers outside of London as their availability is usually better, particularly on the rg pieces.

I called David Robinson and set up an appointment, they said they have the Rolex Day Date 40 I am interested in but won't discuss Patek inventory over the Phone.

[Hairdude1]

My AD here has a 5711R pm me if interested


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[KarlS]

Originally Posted by Hairdude1

My AD here has a 5711R pm me if interested


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So does Tiny Jewel Box in DC

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by Hairdude1

My AD here has a 5711R pm me if interested


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Originally Posted by KarlS

So does Tiny Jewel Box in DC

US seems a bit easier, but im guessing OP wants the VAT refund as with the majority of UK watch shoppers

[Murcielagoboy2]

There is no PP dealer in the UK that holds stock of Nautilus. I'm completely serious. It's the WORST PLACE IN THE WORLD TO BUY NAUTILUS (without being an existing customer).

That's my experience across the country.

[KarlS]

Originally Posted by Murcielagoboy2

There is no PP dealer in the UK that holds stock of Nautilus. I'm completely serious. It's the WORST PLACE IN THE WORLD TO BUY NAUTILUS (without being an existing customer).

That's my experience across the country.

Damn there goes y recommendation of 40% discount on another thread!!!!

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by Murcielagoboy2

There is no PP dealer in the UK that holds stock of Nautilus. I'm completely serious. It's the WORST PLACE IN THE WORLD TO BUY NAUTILUS (without being an existing customer).

That's my experience across the country.

they do hold them, but as you said for existing customers.

[kultschar]

George Pragnells might not be able to help but are sure nice and helpful regarding comms and give it to you straight. Might be worth dropping a email,, Rolex and PP dealer

[KarlS]

Originally Posted by tyler1980

US seems a bit easier, but im guessing OP wants the VAT refund as with the majority of UK watch shoppers

Totally unfair...ooops...

[KarlS]

Originally Posted by KarlS

So does Tiny Jewel Box in DC

Still available and contact Steve Katz

[kultschar]

My VAT refund came through this week :)

[FlexxJr]

Originally Posted by kultschar

My VAT refund came through this week :)

What did you get?

[SpeedyTuomas]

I would invest my money and time in London on fish&chips and and some tea. I'm guessing time spent looking for a Nautilus will have a poor ROI.