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piratepress · 31 March 2018, 06:24 AM

I saw in the comments of this article (https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/ro...26710-blro-new) that "Rolex will have the new watches at the authorized dealer May 12th for try-on."

I'm curious as to whether this poster was speaking of his local AD, or that applies to all ADs? Looking forward to trying this beauty on!

ArtNouveau · 31 March 2018, 06:27 AM

There seems to be a travelling roadshow, there will not be a SS BLRO at each dealer simultaneously. My local show is on May 17.

travisb · 31 March 2018, 06:32 AM

Many ADs, Especially boutiques hold a Basel release event where the new introductions are available to view and try on but not for sale. That's likely the case.

piratepress · 31 March 2018, 06:37 AM

Thanks for the replies. I'll ring up my AD and find out when it is!

brucethemanlee · 31 March 2018, 06:38 AM

these are traveling road shows to select large ADs and mostly boutiques. the watches are not working watches but you can try them on for size (weight will be lighter as well since there is no working movement)

NYC is Apr 26

brandrea · 31 March 2018, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by travisb

Many ADs, Especially boutiques hold a Basel release event where the new introductions are available to view and try on but not for sale. That's likely the case.

This ^^^. They usually start happening the first week of May depending on where you are located.

jrs146 · 31 March 2018, 06:42 AM

I’d love to try one in. Very curious to see how it looks and feels.

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Miexpeman · 31 March 2018, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by piratepress

I saw in the comments of this article (https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/ro...26710-blro-new) that "Rolex will have the new watches at the authorized dealer May 12th for try-on."

I'm curious as to whether this poster was speaking of his local AD, or that applies to all ADs? Looking forward to trying this beauty on!

May 2nd is my AD’s event date. Looking forward to it. Champagne, canapés and watches, what’s not to like.

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piratepress · 16 April 2018, 12:37 AM

Sadly, my AD said they will not be doing one

: "As a company we don't have an event planned, a lot of times for my understanding these events normally do not feature the new introductions, mainly because the introductions tend to arrive and hit the U.S. in the early fall season , I was told that these events are generally used as sales promotions and show pictures only. I have your name on a order and once received I will definitely call you."

Kevan · 18 April 2018, 05:31 AM

Already have my invite.... and order placed. I understand that I am being fed!

dafuture · 18 April 2018, 05:42 AM

Do you need an invite to attend these? Or can you just walk in? I'm a few blocks from the NYC boutique, I'd love to stop in and see them in person.

tng11 · 18 April 2018, 05:44 AM

My new AD (a boutique) is doing their show on the 3rd. Looking forward to seeing the BLRO and CHNR in the flesh!

Nairn1980 · 18 April 2018, 05:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Miexpeman

May 2nd is my AD’s event date. Looking forward to it. Champagne, canapés and watches, what’s not to like.

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What AD is this?

Kevan · 18 April 2018, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by dafuture

Do you need an invite to attend these? Or can you just walk in? I'm a few blocks from the NYC boutique, I'd love to stop in and see them in person.

The AD I use is having a formal seated dinner, my wife and I have been invited and places are invite only. It is being held in the function room of a local stadium.

Previous functions have been held in galleries etc.

randomguy · 18 April 2018, 06:12 AM

Will be attending in T.O. at R.V. May 1st.

dafuture · 18 April 2018, 06:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevan

The AD I use is having a formal seated dinner, my wife and I have been invited and places are invite only. It is being held in the function room of a local stadium.

Previous functions have been held in galleries etc.

Good to know, though I'll admit I'm disappointed. I doubt I'll ever get to try on a Pepsi given the demand, let alone see one in person.

ny_yeti · 18 April 2018, 06:30 AM

I got my invite today for this ay my AD in Portland OR

ArtNouveau · 18 April 2018, 06:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dafuture

Do you need an invite to attend these? Or can you just walk in? I'm a few blocks from the NYC boutique, I'd love to stop in and see them in person.

I was just talking a few days ago to my Boutique salesguy. He says they will send out email invitations for RSVP. I suggest you stop by your’s and express interest.
PS: I jokingly asked if their will be a “waitlist” to try on the SS Pepsi, he said it wouldn’t be too crazy crowded. On a less thrilling note he said they’ve been warned that supply will likely be slim through this year. The past two years they got “bonus allotments” of Basel releases early on but probably not this year.

Snow-Dweller · 18 April 2018, 06:36 AM

Anyone know a date for San Francisco?

AK797 · 18 April 2018, 07:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevan

The AD I use is having a formal seated dinner, my wife and I have been invited and places are invite only. It is being held in the function room of a local stadium.

Previous functions have been held in galleries etc.

Which AD is this? A chain?

Any London viewing days yet?

Marciano490 · 18 April 2018, 08:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dafuture

Do you need an invite to attend these? Or can you just walk in? I'm a few blocks from the NYC boutique, I'd love to stop in and see them in person.

I believe it’s by invite. The boutique is 4/27 in nyc and Wempe is 4/30.

brucethemanlee · 25 April 2018, 03:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Marciano490

I believe it’s by invite. The boutique is 4/27 in nyc and Wempe is 4/30.

It’s actually 4/26 at the Rolex Boutique (not 4/27) by invitation only

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T01 · 25 April 2018, 03:54 AM

I got invited to my AD's event early next month, sadly won't be able to make it though.....

Kevan · 25 April 2018, 04:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

Which AD is this? A chain?

Any London viewing days yet?

Goldsmiths, Mappin & Webb and Watches of Switzerland, 18th May, invite arrived in the mail this morning.

Zedder · 25 April 2018, 06:56 AM

My AD is having one on May 8th at their new store in Cambridge, Ontario

2001jesper · 25 April 2018, 07:03 AM

“Many people were disappointee that they could ‘t get a Pepsi bezel GMT in steel and now they can” - Well, in 10 years once they make it through the waiting list ^^

Shaky · 25 April 2018, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brucethemanlee

these are traveling road shows to select large ADs and mostly boutiques. the watches are not working watches but you can try them on for size (weight will be lighter as well since there is no working movement)

NYC is Apr 26

Although the watches don’t work I believe they are the correct weight even though there is no movement.

Shaky · 25 April 2018, 07:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevan

Goldsmiths, Mappin & Webb and Watches of Switzerland, 18th May, invite arrived in the mail this morning.

The Midlands region one is the 16th for this chain. I don’t believe it’s a sit down meal though

rexG · 25 April 2018, 07:20 AM

My local boutique is having one this Saturday evening. Got my invite....looking forward to seeing the new resleases.....although, I was told we won’t see an actual working watch......but mock ups...(for lack of a better description)

Kevan · 25 April 2018, 07:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shaky

The Midlands region one is the 16th for this chain. I don’t believe it’s a sit down meal though

Dress code... black tie!

31 March 2018, 06:24 AM	#1
piratepress "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Mobile, AL Watch: BLNR Posts: 744	New SS Pepsi Try On I saw in the comments of this article (https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/ro...26710-blro-new) that "Rolex will have the new watches at the authorized dealer May 12th for try-on." I'm curious as to whether this poster was speaking of his local AD, or that applies to all ADs? Looking forward to trying this beauty on!

31 March 2018, 06:42 AM	#7
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18 April 2018, 05:42 AM	#11
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25 April 2018, 07:20 AM	#29
rexG "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Real Name: Rolex Location: CA Watch: All of them Posts: 443	My local boutique is having one this Saturday evening. Got my invite....looking forward to seeing the new resleases.....although, I was told we won’t see an actual working watch......but mock ups...(for lack of a better description) __________________ 116518LN 116610LN 126710BLRO "Pepsi" 116619LB SMURF 126334

31 March 2018, 06:27 AM	#2
ArtNouveau 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NWA, USA Watch: BLRO/Daytona/OP41s Posts: 4,965	There seems to be a travelling roadshow, there will not be a SS BLRO at each dealer simultaneously. My local show is on May 17.

31 March 2018, 06:32 AM	#3
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,224	Many ADs, Especially boutiques hold a Basel release event where the new introductions are available to view and try on but not for sale. That's likely the case.

31 March 2018, 06:37 AM	#4
piratepress "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Mobile, AL Watch: BLNR Posts: 744	Thanks for the replies. I'll ring up my AD and find out when it is!

31 March 2018, 06:38 AM	#5
brucethemanlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: 1 of 13 Colonies Posts: 8,491	these are traveling road shows to select large ADs and mostly boutiques. the watches are not working watches but you can try them on for size (weight will be lighter as well since there is no working movement) NYC is Apr 26

16 April 2018, 12:37 AM	#9
piratepress "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Mobile, AL Watch: BLNR Posts: 744	Sadly, my AD said they will not be doing one : "As a company we don't have an event planned, a lot of times for my understanding these events normally do not feature the new introductions, mainly because the introductions tend to arrive and hit the U.S. in the early fall season , I was told that these events are generally used as sales promotions and show pictures only. I have your name on a order and once received I will definitely call you."

18 April 2018, 05:31 AM	#10
Kevan "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: England/Dubai Watch: the one on my arm. Posts: 923	Already have my invite.... and order placed. I understand that I am being fed!

18 April 2018, 05:44 AM	#12
tng11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: N/A Posts: 3,629	My new AD (a boutique) is doing their show on the 3rd. Looking forward to seeing the BLRO and CHNR in the flesh!

18 April 2018, 06:12 AM	#15
randomguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: J Location: Canada Watch: Rolex OMEGA Posts: 887	Will be attending in T.O. at R.V. May 1st.

18 April 2018, 06:30 AM	#17
ny_yeti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Aaron Location: portland, or Watch: 126610LN Posts: 530	I got my invite today for this ay my AD in Portland OR

25 April 2018, 03:54 AM	#23
T01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: T Location: AZ, NV, CA Posts: 6,481	I got invited to my AD's event early next month, sadly won't be able to make it though.....

25 April 2018, 06:56 AM	#25
Zedder "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Toronto Posts: 108	My AD is having one on May 8th at their new store in Cambridge, Ontario

25 April 2018, 07:03 AM	#26
2001jesper "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Jesper Location: Earth Watch: 116234 Posts: 1,645	“Many people were disappointee that they could ‘t get a Pepsi bezel GMT in steel and now they can” - Well, in 10 years once they make it through the waiting list ^^

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