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APguy · 6 November 2016, 02:39 AM

Hi all,

Just checking is anyone else is in the market for the GMT II BLNR as I've called round every rolex dealer in the UK only to be told that there is an 18 month waiting list to get one !! Is this true. Ive seen that the price has increased from £5950 to £6500. It seems that they're very popular !!

Cheers,

thesharkfactor · 6 November 2016, 03:44 AM

They are popular and in short supply.. you likely won't find one off the shelf.

Price went up 10-11% across the entire range last week, UK increase only to reflect the value of the pound.

Nairn1980 · 6 November 2016, 04:02 AM

I thought the price increase would see them cropping up, but no, they are extremely scarce.
Luckily I got mine pre increase.

SC11 · 6 November 2016, 04:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nairn1980

I thought the price increase would see them cropping up, but no, they are extremely scarce.
Luckily I got mine pre increase.

I believe we are stil the cheapest place to buy a Rolex without even factoring tax free.

So demand will still be there.

Cheaper for everyone else apart from us who live here

bjw · 6 November 2016, 04:43 AM

Very cheap at even £6500 (USD 8137.02). In US they are $8950 retail.

AK797 · 6 November 2016, 04:44 AM

Going rate looks closer to 7K so will still be very scarce in ADs, popular Rolexes are now like a commodity on the futures market, a price rise has already been factored in.

sutats · 6 November 2016, 04:47 AM

Hi Olly, I'm not in the market for one but I've only ever seen it displayed in a UK dealer window once since its launch back in 2013.

There is an obvious shortage in the UK market going by the near daily threads on here and also from my regular visits to ADs. As you would have noticed the scarcity doesn't just apply to the BLNR but the other stainless steel sports models however this scarcity seems to only really affect the UK.

It's questionable whether we will ever see one ever displayed at an AD again with the increased demand. It's like the 116520 all over again.

SC11 · 6 November 2016, 04:47 AM

We will see another rise post Xmas

tommy91 · 6 November 2016, 05:03 AM

6 months ago I was told 3 week wait in uk. Things have really changed since the drop in sterling

mdaclarke · 6 November 2016, 05:04 AM

I purchased one from an AD in March. I was on the waiting list for about 5/6 weeks before I got the call :-) :-) :-)

Speed · 6 November 2016, 05:05 AM

Might be advisable to look across the pond. Availability seems pretty good judging by the incomings here.

Oryx · 6 November 2016, 05:45 AM

you can find them in the UK - you just need to persevere...

chrissbull · 6 November 2016, 06:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by APguy

Hi all,

Just checking is anyone else is in the market for the GMT II BLNR as I've called round every rolex dealer in the UK only to be told that there is an 18 month waiting list to get one !! Is this true. Ive seen that the price has increased from £5950 to £6500. It seems that they're very popular !!

Cheers,

Hi Olly,

I'm in the UK and since the price increase on Tuesday everything's skyrocketed over list for anything with a waiting list! I know of one for sale at a non AD close to me. Kendrick and Sons from Brentwood have a brand new one but it's up for sale for £7800!

Hope this helps and good luck in your search!

CB

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APguy · 6 November 2016, 06:10 AM

I've seen one for £7500 complete rip off imo. People are buying them to sell at a profit. They don't care of the watches beauty !!!

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chrissbull · 6 November 2016, 06:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by APguy

I've seen one for £7500 complete rip off imo. People are buying them to sell at a profit. They don't care of the watches beauty !!!

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Your right, such a shame!!

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jaySL350 · 6 November 2016, 06:50 AM

my blnr is one year old at the end of November and i have no intention of flipping her although i do like the sub "hulk" but not enough,,,,
i just wondered with an impending price rise then what sort of money are companys like Watchfinder going to sell these models at? bearing in mind that a watch similiar to mine is now £6950 +,,,,,,,
it seems like like prices are going to go even more silly especially if they dis-continue the BLNR,,,
Where will it end?,,,,just seems crazy at the moment,,,,
unworn ceramic daytonas in boutiques near to us go in days at £13,995,,,,
crazy!,,,,,,,jay

Nairn1980 · 6 November 2016, 07:11 AM

A few people have asked me if I'd sell mine and I did consider flipping my BLNR very recently...for an SDC or SDDS.

However I'm glad I have held onto it as even if I sold it for a profit I'd have to pay a premium to get one back if I got sellers remorse.

APguy · 6 November 2016, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaySL350

my blnr is one year old at the end of November and i have no intention of flipping her although i do like the sub "hulk" but not enough,,,,

i just wondered with an impending price rise then what sort of money are companys like Watchfinder going to sell these models at? bearing in mind that a watch similiar to mine is now £6950 +,,,,,,,

it seems like like prices are going to go even more silly especially if they dis-continue the BLNR,,,

Where will it end?,,,,just seems crazy at the moment,,,,

unworn ceramic daytonas in boutiques near to us go in days at £13,995,,,,

crazy!,,,,,,,jay

I've seen them go for £15500 !! Some people are mad!! Just wait hahaha

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Steve36Efc · 6 November 2016, 08:23 AM

Due to the situation with Sterling I think there could be another price increase within the year, but you should OK for a few months. If I were you I'd get on the list at a few AD's and be patient. Good luck

APguy · 6 November 2016, 08:35 AM

I'm on the list with 4 AD's so I've got some hope !

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borgan · 6 November 2016, 08:40 AM

I recently got my BLNR from a UK authorised dealer near my home.
I think the fact that my home address was near to the AD helped as they are probably wanting repeat custom from a local, and not someone who is buying the BLNR to sell for a profit.

The AD did not know it was coming until the day, when I got the call I was so happy, I went down there and picked it up as quick as I could. Its so beautiful.. It really is.

I have another 2 really expensive pieces but my BLNR has been getting 100% of my Rolex wrist time.
The hands and hour markers are all white gold, and it really pops in the light, and the steel is so highly polished and shiny. the watch has so many layers of beauty, its weird.. its like a really blingy watch in good lighting, but then it calms down in other lighting, its just so pretty. ive had so many comments of how beautiful it is.. Its so functional aswell, the GMT function allows 3 different time zones and is really easy to use..
The only slight negative I can think of is... you really need a watchwinder for the BLNR as its a bit of a chore to set the date window if you don't wear it for a while.. although, whilst setting it you get lots of interaction with the watch / movement which is nice..

Hope you can get one soon.. you will love it..

AK797 · 6 November 2016, 08:45 AM

What we really need is a CokeC now to calm things... and Rolex know it too so look out for Basel.

EddyG · 6 November 2016, 09:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by borgan

I recently got my BLNR from a UK authorised dealer near my home.
I think the fact that my home address was near to the AD helped as they are probably wanting repeat custom from a local, and not someone who is buying the BLNR to sell for a profit.

The AD did not know it was coming until the day, when I got the call I was so happy, I went down there and picked it up as quick as I could. Its so beautiful.. It really is.

I have another 2 really expensive pieces but my BLNR has been getting 100% of my Rolex wrist time.
The hands and hour markers are all white gold, and it really pops in the light, and the steel is so highly polished and shiny. the watch has so many layers of beauty, its weird.. its like a really blingy watch in good lighting, but then it calms down in other lighting, its just so pretty. ive had so many comments of how beautiful it is.. Its so functional aswell, the GMT function allows 3 different time zones and is really easy to use..
The only slight negative I can think of is... you really need a watchwinder for the BLNR as its a bit of a chore to set the date window if you don't wear it for a while.. although, whilst setting it you get lots of interaction with the watch / movement which is nice..

Hope you can get one soon.. you will love it..

I'm sure all Rolex now come with gold hands and markers

jaySL350 · 6 November 2016, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

What we really need is a CokeC now to calm things... and Rolex know it too so look out for Basel.

Calm things down ? lol,,,,, it will set the "cat amongst the pidgeons",,
a ceramic coke in s/steel,,
no i didnt really want to flip my blnr BUT

,,,,,jasonp

WEST HAM ROLEX · 6 November 2016, 11:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by APguy

Hi all,

Just checking is anyone else is in the market for the GMT II BLNR as I've called round every rolex dealer in the UK only to be told that there is an 18 month waiting list to get one !! Is this true. Ive seen that the price has increased from £5950 to £6500. It seems that they're very popular !!

Cheers,

Yes, I'm on the waiting list. With the price going to 6650 the waiting list is the same.
We have to realize...if we are going to wear this watch for many years, the 700 pounds spread over this time period is not going to put us off..
Still want mine and will pay the 6650

AK797 · 6 November 2016, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaySL350

Calm things down ? lol,,,,, it will set the "cat amongst the pidgeons",,
a ceramic coke in s/steel,,
no i didnt really want to flip my blnr BUT

,,,,,jasonp

I'm just messing about but it will certainly cut down on demand and prices will lower to reasonable levels. We'll have fun and games on the Coke as well but at least we will have double the GMT stock.

Soultime · 6 November 2016, 04:57 PM

Some idea on demand in the UK.

Iconic Watches are now showing a new a BLNR at £7950. £1400 over list.
http://www.iconicwatches.co.uk/rolex...16710blnr.html

Yet the LN is priced at £6100, £100 below list price.
http://www.iconicwatches.co.uk/rolex...-116710ln.html

Nairn1980 · 6 November 2016, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by borgan

I recently got my BLNR from a UK authorised dealer near my home.
I think the fact that my home address was near to the AD helped as they are probably wanting repeat custom from a local, and not someone who is buying the BLNR to sell for a profit.

The AD did not know it was coming until the day, when I got the call I was so happy, I went down there and picked it up as quick as I could. Its so beautiful.. It really is.

I have another 2 really expensive pieces but my BLNR has been getting 100% of my Rolex wrist time.
The hands and hour markers are all white gold, and it really pops in the light, and the steel is so highly polished and shiny. the watch has so many layers of beauty, its weird.. its like a really blingy watch in good lighting, but then it calms down in other lighting, its just so pretty. ive had so many comments of how beautiful it is.. Its so functional aswell, the GMT function allows 3 different time zones and is really easy to use..
The only slight negative I can think of is... you really need a watchwinder for the BLNR as its a bit of a chore to set the date window if you don't wear it for a while.. although, whilst setting it you get lots of interaction with the watch / movement which is nice..

Hope you can get one soon.. you will love it..

Spot on!!

JRT · 6 November 2016, 08:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Soultime

Some idea on demand in the UK.

Iconic Watches are now showing a new a BLNR at £7950. £1400 over list.
http://www.iconicwatches.co.uk/rolex...16710blnr.html

Yet the LN is priced at £6100, £100 below list price.
http://www.iconicwatches.co.uk/rolex...-116710ln.html

Unbelievable for such a huge difference!

Abdullah71601 · 6 November 2016, 08:51 PM

I see them in middle east AD's all the time. You might try calling an AD here to see if they will sell you one and ship it there.

Check the VAT first, may not be worth it. Unless, you really want one.

6 November 2016, 02:39 AM	#1
APguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Olly Location: UK Watch: Omega PO 9300C Posts: 147	Rolex BLNR Availability UK ? Hi all, Just checking is anyone else is in the market for the GMT II BLNR as I've called round every rolex dealer in the UK only to be told that there is an 18 month waiting list to get one !! Is this true. Ive seen that the price has increased from £5950 to £6500. It seems that they're very popular !! Cheers,

6 November 2016, 04:43 AM	#5
bjw "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: USA Posts: 440	Very cheap at even £6500 (USD 8137.02). In US they are $8950 retail. __________________ 116710 BLNR 16710 COKE Tudor 7922R Tudor 79220N Tudor 79260P Panda "Opinions are like wrist watches, everyone's shows different time from the other. But all believe that theirs is accurate. "

6 November 2016, 04:47 AM	#7
sutats "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: London Posts: 1,223	Hi Olly, I'm not in the market for one but I've only ever seen it displayed in a UK dealer window once since its launch back in 2013. There is an obvious shortage in the UK market going by the near daily threads on here and also from my regular visits to ADs. As you would have noticed the scarcity doesn't just apply to the BLNR but the other stainless steel sports models however this scarcity seems to only really affect the UK. It's questionable whether we will ever see one ever displayed at an AD again with the increased demand. It's like the 116520 all over again. __________________ There's no such thing as a Submariner No Date, it's simply Submariner. You don't call a Porsche 911 Turbo, a Porsche 911 Turbo No S. www.instagram.com/sutatshorology Post Your Rolex/Tudor Watch Weight (PYRTWW)

6 November 2016, 03:44 AM	#2
thesharkfactor "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Scotland Watch: GMT Posts: 3,487	They are popular and in short supply.. you likely won't find one off the shelf. Price went up 10-11% across the entire range last week, UK increase only to reflect the value of the pound.

6 November 2016, 04:02 AM	#3
Nairn1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 8,254	I thought the price increase would see them cropping up, but no, they are extremely scarce. Luckily I got mine pre increase.

6 November 2016, 04:44 AM	#6
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,220	Going rate looks closer to 7K so will still be very scarce in ADs, popular Rolexes are now like a commodity on the futures market, a price rise has already been factored in.

6 November 2016, 04:47 AM	#8
SC11 Banned Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Sam Location: UK Watch: AP ☠️ Posts: 6,151	We will see another rise post Xmas

6 November 2016, 05:03 AM	#9
tommy91 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: . Location: . Posts: 1,343	6 months ago I was told 3 week wait in uk. Things have really changed since the drop in sterling

6 November 2016, 05:04 AM	#10
mdaclarke "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 85	I purchased one from an AD in March. I was on the waiting list for about 5/6 weeks before I got the call :-) :-) :-)

6 November 2016, 05:05 AM	#11
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,695	Might be advisable to look across the pond. Availability seems pretty good judging by the incomings here.

6 November 2016, 05:45 AM	#12
Oryx "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: London Posts: 1,874	you can find them in the UK - you just need to persevere...

6 November 2016, 06:10 AM	#14
APguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Olly Location: UK Watch: Omega PO 9300C Posts: 147	I've seen one for £7500 complete rip off imo. People are buying them to sell at a profit. They don't care of the watches beauty !!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 November 2016, 06:50 AM	#16
jaySL350 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: jay Location: North London Watch: BBG,Hulk,16013,DJB Posts: 3,278	my blnr is one year old at the end of November and i have no intention of flipping her although i do like the sub "hulk" but not enough,,,, i just wondered with an impending price rise then what sort of money are companys like Watchfinder going to sell these models at? bearing in mind that a watch similiar to mine is now £6950 +,,,,,,, it seems like like prices are going to go even more silly especially if they dis-continue the BLNR,,, Where will it end?,,,,just seems crazy at the moment,,,, unworn ceramic daytonas in boutiques near to us go in days at £13,995,,,, crazy!,,,,,,,jay

6 November 2016, 07:11 AM	#17
Nairn1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 8,254	A few people have asked me if I'd sell mine and I did consider flipping my BLNR very recently...for an SDC or SDDS. However I'm glad I have held onto it as even if I sold it for a profit I'd have to pay a premium to get one back if I got sellers remorse.

6 November 2016, 08:23 AM	#19
Steve36Efc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Wales Watch: 126603 Posts: 2,606	Due to the situation with Sterling I think there could be another price increase within the year, but you should OK for a few months. If I were you I'd get on the list at a few AD's and be patient. Good luck

6 November 2016, 08:35 AM	#20
APguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Olly Location: UK Watch: Omega PO 9300C Posts: 147	I'm on the list with 4 AD's so I've got some hope ! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 November 2016, 08:40 AM	#21
borgan Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: London Watch: BLNR Posts: 115	I recently got my BLNR from a UK authorised dealer near my home. I think the fact that my home address was near to the AD helped as they are probably wanting repeat custom from a local, and not someone who is buying the BLNR to sell for a profit. The AD did not know it was coming until the day, when I got the call I was so happy, I went down there and picked it up as quick as I could. Its so beautiful.. It really is. I have another 2 really expensive pieces but my BLNR has been getting 100% of my Rolex wrist time. The hands and hour markers are all white gold, and it really pops in the light, and the steel is so highly polished and shiny. the watch has so many layers of beauty, its weird.. its like a really blingy watch in good lighting, but then it calms down in other lighting, its just so pretty. ive had so many comments of how beautiful it is.. Its so functional aswell, the GMT function allows 3 different time zones and is really easy to use.. The only slight negative I can think of is... you really need a watchwinder for the BLNR as its a bit of a chore to set the date window if you don't wear it for a while.. although, whilst setting it you get lots of interaction with the watch / movement which is nice.. Hope you can get one soon.. you will love it..

6 November 2016, 08:45 AM	#22
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,220	What we really need is a CokeC now to calm things... and Rolex know it too so look out for Basel.

6 November 2016, 04:57 PM	#27
Soultime "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Cheshire UK Posts: 1,066	Some idea on demand in the UK. Iconic Watches are now showing a new a BLNR at £7950. £1400 over list. http://www.iconicwatches.co.uk/rolex...16710blnr.html Yet the LN is priced at £6100, £100 below list price. http://www.iconicwatches.co.uk/rolex...-116710ln.html

6 November 2016, 08:51 PM	#30
Abdullah71601 Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Calumet Harbor Watch: ing da Bears Posts: 13,568	I see them in middle east AD's all the time. You might try calling an AD here to see if they will sell you one and ship it there. Check the VAT first, may not be worth it. Unless, you really want one.

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