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enjoythemusic · 31 March 2018, 11:40 PM

Local AD has been completely unproductive for any model i've wanted, even when being #1 on 'their' list SS SkyD Blue last year. So yes i would and did pay over msrp elsewhere.

Bluside · 31 March 2018, 11:41 PM

I never have and I'm not planning on it.

Muzz · 31 March 2018, 11:41 PM

Nope, would not even consider it.

RRGHOST1 · 31 March 2018, 11:43 PM

No.

eterna · 31 March 2018, 11:45 PM

Never.

Nikrnic · 31 March 2018, 11:51 PM

Nope, not my money. The closet I've paid to MSRP was 7% off last nov. for a SubC at my AD but I'm not in the market for one of the hot three.

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Jacobson · 1 April 2018, 12:19 AM

If I was asked the same question a year ago, my answer would have been a big no.
Looking at the market today it all depends on how much over MSRP. I'd we willing to go 10%-20% or even 30% depending on the watch.

I've seen watches displayed @ grey dealers in London with a 90% premium over the list price. I don't think I would ever pay such premiums.

Yes 90%, seen a Daytona C with an asking price of over £17,000 (gbp). List price in the UK is £9,100 (inc. Tax).

rexG · 1 April 2018, 12:26 AM

I’ve purchased from Greys several times.....and paid less than MSRP + tax. Of course, the Daytona C does not fit into that category....but if I figure how much I saved on the other watches less the amount I paid over cost + tax on the DaytonaC.....I don’t feel so bad....and I’m enjoying my Daytona C.

Opportunity cost.

brucethemanlee · 1 April 2018, 12:29 AM

Nope

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cht · 1 April 2018, 12:32 AM

I don't want to....but the truth is, if you want a desirable SS model, there is no other way at this point to get that watch you want other than being put on a "list" which probably means you won't have the watch you want for months, to years, if you ever get it.

Gone are the days you could walk in, drop $9k for a SS watch and walk out of the store with it.

watchmework · 1 April 2018, 12:34 AM

I have and the main reason is I don’t have the purchase history to buy a high demand in SS from an AD without having to wait a year plus. For me, I simply didn’t want to wait that long and so I paid over msrp.

enjoythemusic · 1 April 2018, 12:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cht

there is no other way at this point to get that watch you want other than being put on a "list" which probably means you won't have the watch you want for months, to years, if you ever get it.

Thanks for posting and very well said. Lists seem to mean nada, zero, zilch... that's my experience.

Wimpydailo · 1 April 2018, 12:40 AM

It’s all give and take from grey dealers as well. You pay more for a hot hot SS model but pay way less for a brand new not so hot model as well. So I’m the end it all balances out. For example, you can probably find a new platona for 20k less than MSRP with greys then you spend that on a daytonaC. ��

mercman · 1 April 2018, 12:45 AM

Never

AK797 · 1 April 2018, 12:49 AM

I never have, in fact just thinking about it I have never yet paid retail either, but in theory I would as retail is just a guideline price. I know the market very well now so I can ascertain what is a fair market price - given grey pricing, overall demand, waiting times, and my own impatience as I get older. So factoring all those in I would probably pay a bit over retail to get a watch I really loved now.

Lemieux66 · 1 April 2018, 12:51 AM

I know a guy with a NOS 1675 that's never been worn. Wonder what that's worth?

Dr.Smellody · 1 April 2018, 12:54 AM

Nope

floraneg · 1 April 2018, 12:56 AM

No.

topfuel25 · 1 April 2018, 01:02 AM

so many peeps saying no then who are the ones buying pieces off the grey and TS here ? lofl

benlee · 1 April 2018, 01:02 AM

Generally speaking No. But maybe I should if it's not too much a premium. Just to avoid the hassle of playing AD's "games". Or even better, just look for another brand/watch to buy. Not quite sure why all the craze suddenly about Rolex SS sports watch. Most of them are still the same exact watch that is in Rolex's catalog for years.

watchwatcher · 1 April 2018, 01:07 AM

Absolutely. Wouldn't even think twice about it...if I wanted it.

But, my circumstances are a little different. My AD lost their status last year, so if I want any watch, chances are I'll be looking at our trusted sellers, and if it happens to be one of the "premiums," well...that's just the cost of doing business.

Xerxes77 · 1 April 2018, 01:08 AM

No

GMT Aviator · 1 April 2018, 01:09 AM

Nope. No Rolex is worth more than MRSP, not to my mind.

wisguy · 1 April 2018, 01:10 AM

I have, a couple hundred bucks, no more.

Certainly less than sales tax if I were to walk in and buy at the local AD.

DeeTee · 1 April 2018, 01:11 AM

I’ve done it, I just pay market value.

Danny83 · 1 April 2018, 01:14 AM

Yes my not by more then 20-30%

CDNWatchNut · 1 April 2018, 01:15 AM

No for me.

DavePryor · 1 April 2018, 01:17 AM

No.

There are many other things I would like to buy in the lifestyle arena that are not stupidly overpriced.

I collect other things beside watches, and my experience over the years is that ridiculous prices fall back to Earth.

Rags · 1 April 2018, 01:18 AM

Never have nor will I ever!!!

MARGARITATIME · 1 April 2018, 01:27 AM

Normally I would say no way. Then the infatuation came on to buy what I want when I want it. I opened my wallet and paid up. Now I can relax and enjoy them vs the hunt for the best deal. My time is valuable and I spent way too much time already.

31 March 2018, 11:40 PM	#61
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,451	Local AD has been completely unproductive for any model i've wanted, even when being #1 on 'their' list SS SkyD Blue last year. So yes i would and did pay over msrp elsewhere. __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

31 March 2018, 11:43 PM	#64
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,900	No. __________________ RRGHOST1

1 April 2018, 12:19 AM	#67
Jacobson "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: USA, UK, UAE Posts: 668	If I was asked the same question a year ago, my answer would have been a big no. Looking at the market today it all depends on how much over MSRP. I'd we willing to go 10%-20% or even 30% depending on the watch. I've seen watches displayed @ grey dealers in London with a 90% premium over the list price. I don't think I would ever pay such premiums. Yes 90%, seen a Daytona C with an asking price of over £17,000 (gbp). List price in the UK is £9,100 (inc. Tax). __________________ ROLEX: 16570 - 16610LV - 116610LN - 116610LV - 16710 - 116710BLNR - 126710BLRO - 116622 Rhodium - 116520 Black - 116500LN White - 116500LN Black - 228206 Ice AP: 15450ST White - 15202ST Blue - 26331ST -- PP: 5711/1A Blue - 5056P-001 -- BP: 5008 1130 71S -- JLC: 3908420 -- Tudor: M79470-0001

1 April 2018, 12:26 AM	#68
rexG "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Real Name: Rolex Location: CA Watch: All of them Posts: 443	I’ve purchased from Greys several times.....and paid less than MSRP + tax. Of course, the Daytona C does not fit into that category....but if I figure how much I saved on the other watches less the amount I paid over cost + tax on the DaytonaC.....I don’t feel so bad....and I’m enjoying my Daytona C. Opportunity cost. __________________ 116518LN 116610LN 126710BLRO "Pepsi" 116619LB SMURF 126334

1 April 2018, 01:02 AM	#80
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,873	Generally speaking No. But maybe I should if it's not too much a premium. Just to avoid the hassle of playing AD's "games". Or even better, just look for another brand/watch to buy. Not quite sure why all the craze suddenly about Rolex SS sports watch. Most of them are still the same exact watch that is in Rolex's catalog for years. __________________ Follow me on Instagram : benlee789

31 March 2018, 11:41 PM	#62
Bluside 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 3,063	I never have and I'm not planning on it.

31 March 2018, 11:41 PM	#63
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	Nope, would not even consider it.

31 March 2018, 11:45 PM	#65
eterna "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Singapore Watch: Rolex GMT IIc Posts: 159	Never.

31 March 2018, 11:51 PM	#66
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,160	Nope, not my money. The closet I've paid to MSRP was 7% off last nov. for a SubC at my AD but I'm not in the market for one of the hot three. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

1 April 2018, 12:29 AM	#69
brucethemanlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: 1 of 13 Colonies Posts: 8,491	Nope Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1 April 2018, 12:32 AM	#70
cht 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: San antonio, TX Watch: 116610LV Posts: 2,138	I don't want to....but the truth is, if you want a desirable SS model, there is no other way at this point to get that watch you want other than being put on a "list" which probably means you won't have the watch you want for months, to years, if you ever get it. Gone are the days you could walk in, drop $9k for a SS watch and walk out of the store with it.

1 April 2018, 12:34 AM	#71
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	I have and the main reason is I don’t have the purchase history to buy a high demand in SS from an AD without having to wait a year plus. For me, I simply didn’t want to wait that long and so I paid over msrp.

1 April 2018, 12:40 AM	#73
Wimpydailo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: California Posts: 86	It’s all give and take from grey dealers as well. You pay more for a hot hot SS model but pay way less for a brand new not so hot model as well. So I’m the end it all balances out. For example, you can probably find a new platona for 20k less than MSRP with greys then you spend that on a daytonaC. ��

1 April 2018, 12:45 AM	#74
mercman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Scotland Watch: 126660 D-Blue Posts: 226	Never

1 April 2018, 12:49 AM	#75
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,237	I never have, in fact just thinking about it I have never yet paid retail either, but in theory I would as retail is just a guideline price. I know the market very well now so I can ascertain what is a fair market price - given grey pricing, overall demand, waiting times, and my own impatience as I get older. So factoring all those in I would probably pay a bit over retail to get a watch I really loved now.

1 April 2018, 12:51 AM	#76
Lemieux66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Real Name: Greg Location: UK Watch: $10 Casio Posts: 521	I know a guy with a NOS 1675 that's never been worn. Wonder what that's worth?

1 April 2018, 12:54 AM	#77
Dr.Smellody "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Salem, OR Posts: 5,199	Nope

1 April 2018, 12:56 AM	#78
floraneg "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Louisiana Posts: 223	No.

1 April 2018, 01:02 AM	#79
topfuel25 Banned Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Hcm Posts: 217	so many peeps saying no then who are the ones buying pieces off the grey and TS here ? lofl

1 April 2018, 01:07 AM	#81
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,479	Absolutely. Wouldn't even think twice about it...if I wanted it. But, my circumstances are a little different. My AD lost their status last year, so if I want any watch, chances are I'll be looking at our trusted sellers, and if it happens to be one of the "premiums," well...that's just the cost of doing business.

1 April 2018, 01:08 AM	#82
Xerxes77 Banned Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Home! Posts: 3,307	No

1 April 2018, 01:09 AM	#83
GMT Aviator 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: London Posts: 3,276	Nope. No Rolex is worth more than MRSP, not to my mind.

1 April 2018, 01:10 AM	#84
wisguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Earth Posts: 2,406	I have, a couple hundred bucks, no more. Certainly less than sales tax if I were to walk in and buy at the local AD. __________________ 5230G / 5146G / 124060 / BB58 / '59 Constellation

1 April 2018, 01:11 AM	#85
DeeTee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Netflix Posts: 3,977	I’ve done it, I just pay market value.

1 April 2018, 01:14 AM	#86
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,166	Yes my not by more then 20-30%

1 April 2018, 01:15 AM	#87
CDNWatchNut "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Juan Location: Sherwood Park, Ab Watch: 114060 Posts: 1,509	No for me.

1 April 2018, 01:17 AM	#88
DavePryor "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Dave Pryor Location: People’s Republik Watch: Rolex Bluesy Posts: 34	No. There are many other things I would like to buy in the lifestyle arena that are not stupidly overpriced. I collect other things beside watches, and my experience over the years is that ridiculous prices fall back to Earth.

1 April 2018, 01:18 AM	#89
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,183	Never have nor will I ever!!! __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

1 April 2018, 01:27 AM	#90
MARGARITATIME "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Ft. Lauderdale Watch: 116610lv, 116710BL Posts: 279	Normally I would say no way. Then the infatuation came on to buy what I want when I want it. I opened my wallet and paid up. Now I can relax and enjoy them vs the hunt for the best deal. My time is valuable and I spent way too much time already.

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