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Daypanda · 20 June 2021, 11:39 AM

I’ll be in Hawaii for 2 months in Honolulu, Kauai and Maui. Is there anyway to keep showing up at an AD to hopefully get a SS model or TT Daytona? Is there chance better in any of the island?

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Marcjvr · 20 June 2021, 11:45 AM

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I’ll be in Hawaii for 2 months in Honolulu, Kauai and Maui. Is there anyway to keep showing up at an AD to hopefully get a SS model or TT Daytona? Is there chance better in any of the island?

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DavidSW can ship to Hawaii. Use the time you would have spent in the AD to hang out at the beach with your family instead

warren G. · 20 June 2021, 11:48 AM

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DavidSW can ship to Hawaii. Use the time you would have spent in the AD to hang out at the beach with your family instead

Exactly lol.. I wouldn't waste precious time (especially in paradise) to stop by the AD. Especially in a tourist place like Hawaii.

bob sims · 20 June 2021, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Daypanda

I’ll be in Hawaii for 2 months in Honolulu, Kauai and Maui. Is there anyway to keep showing up at an AD to hopefully get a SS model or TT Daytona? Is there chance better in any of the island?

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You can get a TT Daytona not much over list on grey.

ks58 · 20 June 2021, 11:52 AM

I do wonder how the tourist ADs treat tourists who want these watches. Do they just say that you'll never get one even if you come in every day? Are they pretty nasty about it? Obviously, they get the hard to get watches, but only give them to their favored customers, none of which are the tourists.

Marcjvr · 20 June 2021, 11:57 AM

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I do wonder how the tourist ADs treat tourists who want these watches. Do they just say that you'll never get one even if you come in every day? Are they pretty nasty about it? Obviously, they get the hard to get watches, but only give them to their favored customers, none of which are the tourists.

One of the carribean island SAs told me last week that they put every model they get in the case. And they get a lot of calls from people not on the island asking to “hold” pieces which they said they have to politely decline. Is it true, who knows.

Speedfreek28 · 20 June 2021, 11:57 AM

I live there and the cases are empty empty like most other ADs. The only way to get a ss model would be to buy a bunch of jewelry or other brands/Rolex pieces in stock to develop that “relationship”. Only then would they give you the real “we’ll call you when one comes in” talk.

Daypanda · 20 June 2021, 12:45 PM

So how can I get a SS model in any US state these days? Do i need to buy a few watches from AD and wait?

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kearez · 20 June 2021, 12:50 PM

Buy a PM a watch DD, Pearl Master, DJ diamond bezel.

CAOrthopod90 · 20 June 2021, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Speedfreek28

I live there and the cases are empty empty like most other ADs. The only way to get a ss model would be to buy a bunch of jewelry or other brands/Rolex pieces in stock to develop that “relationship”. Only then would they give you the real “we’ll call you when one comes in” talk.

Correctomundo. Picked up a nice TT professional watch a few months ago in vacation on Hawaii and only then was I able to get on the "list" for a couple SS models I've been wanting. Even gave me a reasonable time for them too

Rashid.bk · 20 June 2021, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Daypanda

So how can I get a SS model in any US state these days?

You can't and Rolex nor the AD care.

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Do i need to buy a few watches from AD and wait?

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Yes.

teck21 · 20 June 2021, 02:30 PM

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You can't and Rolex nor the AD care.

Yes.

So which is it? He can’t, or he should buy and wait?

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Daypanda · 20 June 2021, 02:33 PM

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Correctomundo. Picked up a nice TT professional watch a few months ago in vacation on Hawaii and only then was I able to get on the "list" for a couple SS models I've been wanting. Even gave me a reasonable time for them too

What’s the reasonable wait time and for what model?

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Ensign · 20 June 2021, 02:34 PM

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So how can I get a SS model in any US state these days? Do i need to buy a few watches from AD and wait?

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You got to go grey/trusted seller; that’s the easiest.

Now you could “develop a relationship” with an AD who sells non Rolex and jewelry. But that will cost more time and money than just going grey.

Daypanda · 20 June 2021, 02:35 PM

I heard from an Hermes SA that her friend who’s a Rolex SA said that one would need to spend $100k to get the Panda Daytona. Wtf?

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Daypanda · 20 June 2021, 02:36 PM

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You got to go grey/trusted seller; that’s the easiest.

Now you could “develop a relationship” with an AD who sells non Rolex and jewelry. But that will cost more time and money than just going grey.

But grey is double the price no?

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Speedfreek28 · 20 June 2021, 02:57 PM

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But grey is double the price no?

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Grey is double the price for some hot models but if you’re interested in just one watch, it’s better to pay gray prices than have to pay the same amount or more on a time piece or jewelry you don’t really want in the first place. However, if you ARE in the mood to buy jewelry for your SO and/or want an additional time piece then that’s a good step forward to getting a ss Rolex as well. Keep in mind tho, that can also bite you in the butt because ADs are looking for those who spend a lot over time; so again better to go gray if you just want that one hot ss Rolex.

chieftd · 20 June 2021, 03:07 PM

Honolulu Time Company might have some available models.

https://honolulutime.com/buy-a-watch/

Rashid.bk · 20 June 2021, 03:22 PM

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So which is it? He can’t, or he should buy and wait?

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Answer to each question is pretty clear. He can't buy any ss Rolex by just walking in. Daytona, Submariner or GMT. If he wants those, he'll need to buy other stuff first.

peterpl · 20 June 2021, 03:41 PM

Look just go buy at the gray dealer across the road and pay market price.

These days every dick and harry is buying ANY Rolex to flip. Everyone hates the market but it is what it is. Just save yourself the hassle and pay market value.

Its not worth your time or $$$ buying jewellery or other brands to make up the difference in profit if the AD sells it directly to a VIP/Gray dealer.

I would suggest if you dont REALLY love Rolex at this point in time just to buy Tudor or another brand (there are plenty of nice watches). Its not a good time to buy any watch from Rolex/AP/Patek these days.

djyolky · 20 June 2021, 04:01 PM

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I’ll be in Hawaii for 2 months in Honolulu, Kauai and Maui. Is there anyway to keep showing up at an AD to hopefully get a SS model or TT Daytona? Is there chance better in any of the island?

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What planet are you from?

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djyolky · 20 June 2021, 04:03 PM

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So how can I get a SS model in any US state these days? Do i need to buy a few watches from AD and wait?

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R U 4 real?

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duquephart · 20 June 2021, 04:12 PM

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DavidSW can ship to Hawaii. Use the time you would have spent in the AD to hang out at the beach with your family instead

Why would he want it shipped to Hawaii?

duquephart · 20 June 2021, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Marcjvr

One of the carribean island SAs told me last week that they put every model they get in the case. And they get a lot of calls from people not on the island asking to “hold” pieces which they said they have to politely decline. Is it true, who knows.

Rolex rules. You need to be physically in the store. Many ADs won't even answer questions about stock levels.

TswaneNguni · 20 June 2021, 04:19 PM

I find the tourist shoppers very interesting ,like your ss dream are just waiting for you on an island in the ocean ...

Gab27 · 20 June 2021, 04:34 PM

I'd say your odds are excellent to get at least a suitcase full of 124060s. For many years, scientists thought Hawaii was being swallowed up by the ocean. However, it actually is sinking under the weight of all these damned surplus Submariners that Hawaiian ADs have accumulated over the years because no one else has ever tried to purchase stainless models from them.

jtorrebl · 20 June 2021, 05:12 PM

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Why would he want it shipped to Hawaii?

He’s joking

Daypanda · 20 June 2021, 05:13 PM

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I'd say your odds are excellent to get at least a suitcase full of 124060s. For many years, scientists thought Hawaii was being swallowed up by the ocean. However, it actually is sinking under the weight of all these damned surplus Submariners that Hawaiian ADs have accumulated over the years because no one else has ever tried to purchase stainless models from them.

So funny

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Daypanda · 20 June 2021, 05:15 PM

Are TT daytona easier to buy at AD? Also can buying a DJ get You on the wait list?

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Marco Panti · 20 June 2021, 06:12 PM

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Are TT daytona easier to buy at AD? Also can buying a DJ get You on the wait list?

Yes.

20 June 2021, 11:39 AM	#1
Daypanda "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: San Francisco Posts: 19	How to buy any SS Rolex in Hawaii? I’ll be in Hawaii for 2 months in Honolulu, Kauai and Maui. Is there anyway to keep showing up at an AD to hopefully get a SS model or TT Daytona? Is there chance better in any of the island? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 June 2021, 11:52 AM	#5
ks58 Banned Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: United States Posts: 1,533	I do wonder how the tourist ADs treat tourists who want these watches. Do they just say that you'll never get one even if you come in every day? Are they pretty nasty about it? Obviously, they get the hard to get watches, but only give them to their favored customers, none of which are the tourists.

20 June 2021, 11:57 AM	#7
Speedfreek28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: US Posts: 211	I live there and the cases are empty empty like most other ADs. The only way to get a ss model would be to buy a bunch of jewelry or other brands/Rolex pieces in stock to develop that “relationship”. Only then would they give you the real “we’ll call you when one comes in” talk.

20 June 2021, 12:45 PM	#8
Daypanda "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: San Francisco Posts: 19	So how can I get a SS model in any US state these days? Do i need to buy a few watches from AD and wait? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 June 2021, 12:50 PM	#9
kearez "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: 36000FT Posts: 701	Buy a PM a watch DD, Pearl Master, DJ diamond bezel.

20 June 2021, 02:35 PM	#15
Daypanda "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: San Francisco Posts: 19	I heard from an Hermes SA that her friend who’s a Rolex SA said that one would need to spend $100k to get the Panda Daytona. Wtf? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 June 2021, 03:07 PM	#18
chieftd "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Tim Location: Kapolei Hawaii Watch: Blue Sub, YM16623 Posts: 1,363	Honolulu Time Company might have some available models. https://honolulutime.com/buy-a-watch/

20 June 2021, 03:41 PM	#20
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	Look just go buy at the gray dealer across the road and pay market price. These days every dick and harry is buying ANY Rolex to flip. Everyone hates the market but it is what it is. Just save yourself the hassle and pay market value. Its not worth your time or $$$ buying jewellery or other brands to make up the difference in profit if the AD sells it directly to a VIP/Gray dealer. I would suggest if you dont REALLY love Rolex at this point in time just to buy Tudor or another brand (there are plenty of nice watches). Its not a good time to buy any watch from Rolex/AP/Patek these days.

20 June 2021, 04:19 PM	#25
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,608	I find the tourist shoppers very interesting ,like your ss dream are just waiting for you on an island in the ocean ...

20 June 2021, 04:34 PM	#26
Gab27 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: MD/NC Watch: 114060 Posts: 2,591	I'd say your odds are excellent to get at least a suitcase full of 124060s. For many years, scientists thought Hawaii was being swallowed up by the ocean. However, it actually is sinking under the weight of all these damned surplus Submariners that Hawaiian ADs have accumulated over the years because no one else has ever tried to purchase stainless models from them.

20 June 2021, 05:15 PM	#29
Daypanda "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: San Francisco Posts: 19	Are TT daytona easier to buy at AD? Also can buying a DJ get You on the wait list? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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