I think I am done....no more waiting lists for me

[Rico_Brasole]

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[Verdi]

Originally Posted by MarioB83

Hi Verdi. I just read the entire thread and enjoyed a lot. With a smile in my face and almost laughing out loud with every new acquisition.
Despite being a newbie in Rolex world I’d also identified myself with some of the principles shared by you in your posts. Hope to keep them in my future experience.
Thanks for sharing your experience and thoughts
Mario

Thanks Mario! I am glad you enjoyed it.
It’s been 5 years since I am keeping this thread and update it every time I sell/buy a new watch.

Originally Posted by TheVision

Personally, I like a sub (or DJ) and a GMT is the best combo. Ya get the best of both worlds and gmt is far a better practical complication than a dive bezel. I'm waiting the polar Exp2 and then at some point, will get a sub. I mean sub by itself plays both the 'semi-dress' and casual role at once. And in a way, the DJ does too.

And yeah, Rolex retail experience is pretty much a shitshow now..even if u have previous history cos ya are still going against crypoto buyers who up ya in terms of $100k+ purchases. One of my other ADs flat out told me even if I buy a Tudor or omega, getting a sub from him is still 1-2 years away. He even encouraged me to consider grey market if I'm desperate. Its not like store has a shortage of sub buyers for years...

My AD has a 300k usd money spent benchmark to be on top of the waitlist.

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

Mitch, love your newest watch. Wear in health.

Thank you!

Originally Posted by mmbiker

Heard it too many times to believe someone is "done with Rolex collections" ;)

Enjoy your new DJ.

Thanks…:). My new DJ looks a lot like a GMT!

Originally Posted by GGGMT

Not so new anymore since the original post from OP was five years ago

Thanks. I should put a banner so people are aware this is a watch collecting diary that covers many year.

Originally Posted by Guppydriver

I started reading this thread like it was new and not a revival. I couldn't help but notice this second post. Oh if only Khans14 had a DeLorean that could hit 88mph.

:)

Originally Posted by Mjschmidt

Great story! Got my first Rolex 124270 explorer from AD, but don’t know that I’ll go back for another from the AD! A lot of great options out there, especially for keeper watches!

Thanks. Same here. Got a few watches from AD before things got “crazy”. Nowadays, I mostly buy pre-owned but I try to stay away from dealers.

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by Verdi

Sooooooo, everyone say “HELLO” to my new purchase.
Datejust+Tudor BB PRO GMT=GMT (batman)
I was lucky to purchase the latest reference: 126710 for the retail price.

Is it from the AD?
No, it is not. It is from a private sale.

Congrats Mitch on being able to find a 126170 BLNR at MSRP on the private market!


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[Verdi]

A bit of update on my watch saga.

After a wait of over 3 years……..my AD called tonight. I was just getting ready for bed (early night) when my phone rung. I picked up and I was informed that my watch has finally arrived. I asked: “which one?!”. If I remember correctly I put my name down for a few models.
“It is the green Sub, Sir! You have 7 days to pick it up”.

Well, I put clothes on and drove straight to the AD. (Here its open until 23.00).
I can’t believe it. So, I guess its true, they started to get a lot more watches….’cos I honestly thought Ill never be able to get a new sport model from AD for the rest of my days. This surprise came a week after I got married so I guess its a good sign.

[turfmanjon]

Originally Posted by Verdi

A bit of update on my watch saga.

After a wait of over 3 years……..my AD called tonight. I was just getting ready for bed (early night) when my phone rung. I picked up and I was informed that my watch has finally arrived. I asked: “which one?!”. If I remember correctly I put my name down for a few models.
“It is the green Sub, Sir! You have 7 days to pick it up”.

Well, I put clothes on and drove straight to the AD. (Here its open until 23.00).
I can’t believe it. So, I guess its true, they started to get a lot more watches….’cos I honestly thought Ill never be able to get a new sport model from AD for the rest of my days. This surprise came a week after I got married so I guess its a good sign.

A perfect wedding gift! Congratulations!


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[m j b]

Originally Posted by Verdi

So, I guess its true, they started to get a lot more watches….

I think so. I was on the waiting list at two local ADs for a Sub. The first one (18 months or so) came in, in August I believe, and the wife bought it for me. No more than a few weeks later, the second AD called me and said that my Sub was in. I had to pass on it, as wearing two Subs would just look silly, but I did replace it on the list with a Skydweller, not that I can reasonably expect to ever see it, you know never know...

[fsprow]

Very reasonable in my view. However I wouldn’t feel comfortable asking a dealer to size a watch purchased elsewhere. Easy to do oneself anyway.

[Watchsprings]

Congrats OP, good things come to those that wait. BTW big congratulations on the wedding!

[Verdi]

Thanks again everyone for reading my thread and for the nice wishes.

Pic or never happened.