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28 August 2017, 09:38 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Oakland
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Where to buy Rolex?
Hi,
1st time posting with newbie questions. -Can you buy an authentic new Rolex online? -Which dealer? Please recommend. -How much saving compared to walking into local authorized dealer? Thanks! |
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28 August 2017, 10:10 AM
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2024 Pledge Member
Join Date: Feb 2010
Real Name: Neil
Location: UK
Watch: ing ships roll in
Posts: 59,236
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Check out the sellers here for the watch you want and then search their reviews in Who's who, some have pages and pages so you can be assured you will get a real watch.
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28 August 2017, 10:12 AM
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Join Date: May 2012
Location: Ann Arbor MI
Watch: Rolex Ref 16600
Posts: 3,908
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You're in the east bay. Try these guys:
https://www.hqmilton.com/ They sell online and have a store in the mission. |
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28 August 2017, 11:49 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Chicago
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I visited a small ad in a nearby state that beat the grey market prices for a new explorer 1 and mailed to me. I like the clarity of warranty and got a two year extended from my credit card.
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28 August 2017, 11:56 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Brooklyn USA
Watch: Daytona
Posts: 1,622
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Go AD for your first, some models are just as good of a deal at AD as grey market. In fact, here in NY I can get a green sub (116610lv) for less than grey market prices.
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28 August 2017, 12:57 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: OC
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Go to AD and try on every model you think you like. When you narrow it down look on trf classified section and compare prices.
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28 August 2017, 03:13 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: Abu Dhabi/Manila
Watch: Rolex, PAM, Tag.
Posts: 253
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Quote:
http://www.takuyawatches.com/ https://davidsw.com/ |
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28 August 2017, 03:44 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: London
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Personally I would only buy from an AD.
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28 August 2017, 09:43 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Scotland
Watch: 126660 D-Blue
Posts: 226
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28 August 2017, 09:45 PM
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Real Name: Michael
Location: RTP, NC, USA
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What @nursejm said, I agree that those two guys are about the only online sources that I'd trust.
As for your other question, how much you'd save really depends on which model watch you want. If it's not something in high demand, you can expect at least 10% off, plus you are saving a whole bunch in sales tax by buying out of state. But always check with your local dealer. You should buy local when you can. Some of them will work with you and ship the box (or a box) out of state so that you can save on sales tax. That's a big deal in Kalifornia.
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28 August 2017, 09:49 PM
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2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member
Join Date: Jun 2008
Real Name: John
Location: ɹǝpun
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If you are going to buy online, please invest the time and do some research, become knowledgeable, it will help you make the right decision on both the watch and the seller.
If you don't have the time to invest in learning, play it safe and buy from a Rolex Authorised Dealer. Yes, likely to pay a little more (depending on model), but zero chance of mistakes.
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28 August 2017, 10:53 PM
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If you want to buy vintage I'd say look for a seller on here with excellent ratings, do your due diligence and then more due diligence. Otherwise for a modern piece go to and AD.
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28 August 2017, 11:00 PM
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28 August 2017, 11:04 PM
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Real Name: Mark
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I'll add Tony Geha too (justrolexes) on the sale forum. Many watches from him and every time was flawless. He even drove to my town to deliver and he's in California I'm not
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28 August 2017, 11:09 PM
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My suggestion would be to go to an AD first to see the watches in real life. Once you see and try on ones you like you might have better knowledge of WHICH watch you would like. After this I would look on online reviews for better understanding of where and where not to buy from.
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28 August 2017, 11:50 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Oakland
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Thanks.
I know exact watch I want already. It's actually for my mom. Why don't AD's ship? Is it risky to have it shipped from AD? If I find an AD willing to ship, are there any chances I may take I need to be careful of? |
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29 August 2017, 12:07 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2009
Real Name: Larry
Location: Kentucky
Watch: Yes
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29 August 2017, 12:52 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Louisiana
Watch: 114060
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It is your first one.. Buy from an AD. You will be able to easily sell it if you change opinion.
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29 August 2017, 11:41 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Oakland
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Hi again,
Do strings with price tag and serial number matter in terms of authenticity? I ask because one dealer I walked in to had green/gold strings attached to the watch and other dealer where picture were sent to me had just gray strings. They are both listed as an AD from Rolex web but just want to be extra cautious as it's my first purchase. I assume strings with serial and price on it is attached from Rolex and not dealer so I'm bit curious to why the difference. Thanks again! |
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29 August 2017, 11:44 AM
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2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member
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Real Name: John
Location: ɹǝpun
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If they are listed on Rolex website as an AD, then you have nothing to worry about, especially strings!!!
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29 August 2017, 12:09 PM
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Real Name: Jon
Location: Bay Area
Watch: Rolex GMT BLNR
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ADs will ship. I bought my first Rolex at Tourneau in Manhattan (53 & Lex) and they shipped it to me in California (the only way to avoid sales tax). Just ask. They'll be happy to help you out! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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29 August 2017, 12:35 PM
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Real Name: Adam
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Watch: ing the river flow
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29 August 2017, 01:16 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Aug 2011
Real Name: Josh
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First time? AD. Get the experience and peace of mind.
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30 August 2017, 11:34 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Dec 2012
Real Name: Rich
Location: Virginia
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Strongly recommend checking out David SW. He's a long time trusted seller here.
Here is his website: https://davidsw.com/ He is very reachable via email. If he does not have what you are looking for, he may be able to source it for you. Good luck! |
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30 August 2017, 11:46 AM
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Location: USA
Posts: 2,761
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I would advise to buy a GMT BLNR without VAT as you are flying internationally out of the UK. :-) |
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30 August 2017, 12:14 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: May 2016
Location: Under a bridge
Watch: PP/Rolex
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DavidSW
If you want a bottle of water with your watch purchase, go to an AD. If you want to save money, go to a trusted seller here on TRF. |
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30 August 2017, 01:26 PM
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Real Name: Lee
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30 August 2017, 01:34 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: May 2016
Location: Under a bridge
Watch: PP/Rolex
Posts: 123
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I stand corrected.  Just saved over $4k on BNIB WG Daytona from TS I didn't get water though |
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30 August 2017, 01:41 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jun 2013
Real Name: Greg
Location: CT
Watch: Many
Posts: 4
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DavidSW
I've bought 2 from him and it's always a gratifying experience, if he does not have it, he will find it for you. |
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31 August 2017, 07:42 AM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jul 2011
Real Name: Gunter
Location: AL/NJ
Watch: DSSD; 116610LN
Posts: 5,509
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All of the trusted sellers on here are wonderful. I've purchased something from most of them. I usually just go with who has what I want at that time.
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