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Old 8 October 2018, 03:22 AM   #1
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I think I am done....no more waiting lists for me

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I have been a watchnerd all my life. I have been through all the usual stages....starting with a Swatch and ending with Rolex. While I always liked watches I didn’t always like Rolex.
Few years ago, I started to be interested in Rolex, sold my watches and I opened the Rolex chapter.
I first got a vintage DJ 1603 (Im a vintage fan) and from there on I went through a few models, modern and vintage.... a modern OP 36mm, a modern DJ 36mm, an Explorer 2 216570 black dial, a vintage OP date gold and a modern Sub no date.
Out all all these, the only one I got new was the Sub and it is the only one I kept. They were all great and I really enjoyed them. I became a Rolex fan speaking now from experience.
But I decided to reduce the number of watches I own to maximum 5: 2 rolex keepers and 3 vintage pieces that I can sell/trade from time to time.

So, I kept the Sub and wanted to add the new Pepsi or maybe a DD. Got absorbed by the hype generated by the new Pepsi and I went and put my name down for one. The dealer told me that can take my name but the wait is long. I am patient man, in general, but waiting years for a 10k watch is absurd to me. I told the dealer I am ready to buy now and to see what can do for me. I even got in touch with a guy that is connected enough to jump the queue.....few months later no sign of a Pepsi for me. I visited the dealer a few times, money in my pocket, no chance.
Meanwhile, Rolex cuts the supply and Subs and other sport models disappear from the window. I am thinking: why is Rolex shooting itself in the foot?!

I am like: am I playing this Rolex game?!! I want this watch but not so much to wait a few years or buy it for a premium on the grey market.
So, I said goodbye to it in a split second the other day.


I was browsing my local online market, today (like I always do) and came across this blue dial DJ 16200, I called the guy and it turns out he is only 10 min away from my house.
One hour later we are sitting down in Starbucks and we shake hands in about 5 min after we meet. The watch sang to me immediately. This reference is so right for a guy like me who likes vintage but, also, the perks of modern models.
The watch is pristine, unpolished with box and papers. Made in 2000 and sold in 2006. The condition and price were right and it took me no time to decide. I am a sucker for sharp lugs...
I stopped at the Rolex boutique to size the bracelet and here I am kind of done with Rolex.

I hv a Sub and this DJ and to be honest there is nothing else that I wish or need. Rolex did me a favor not selling me a Pepsi for 10k.
In theory, I won’t buy another Rolex; the Sub will go to my son and the DJ to my daughter. (a much more better choice for her than the Pepsi). There will always be new attractive models coming out but I think I had my share and I shall stick to this pair for the years to come.

I hope this wasn’t too boring. I just didn’t feel like writing “incoming”.
Keep calm and keep watching the second hand sweep ��!

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Old 8 October 2018, 03:34 AM   #2
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I’ve got three, one too many....
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Old 8 October 2018, 03:36 AM   #3
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Wow...... your post read my mind. I just simplified down to two watches and turned down a Hulk at MSRP from a local AD. I have precisely what I need and I am getting off the ferris wheel myself. I was getting ready to type a thank you message to the forum with the last pic of the completed collection. Your post made it easy on me because I can just post my final collection pic to your message. I am out and thanks to all for the information over the past year.
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Old 8 October 2018, 05:17 AM   #4
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Wow...... your post read my mind. I just simplified down to two watches and turned down a Hulk at MSRP from a local AD. I have precisely what I need and I am getting off the ferris wheel myself. I was getting ready to type a thank you message to the forum with the last pic of the completed collection. Your post made it easy on me because I can just post my final collection pic to your message. I am out and thanks to all for the information over the past year.
Your 2 piece is prob the most ideal in my opinion. You can keep riding the carousel but the ride never gets better, only the music changes.
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Old 15 January 2023, 07:29 PM   #5
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Wow...... your post read my mind. I just simplified down to two watches and turned down a Hulk at MSRP from a local AD. I have precisely what I need and I am getting off the ferris wheel myself. I was getting ready to type a thank you message to the forum with the last pic of the completed collection. Your post made it easy on me because I can just post my final collection pic to your message. I am out and thanks to all for the information over the past year.
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Old 9 April 2023, 09:06 AM   #6
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Wow...... your post read my mind. I just simplified down to two watches and turned down a Hulk at MSRP from a local AD. I have precisely what I need and I am getting off the ferris wheel myself. .

I started reading this thread like it was new and not a revival. I couldn't help but notice this second post. Oh if only Khans14 had a DeLorean that could hit 88mph.
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Old 8 October 2018, 03:37 AM   #7
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Nice looking watch. Congrats!
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Old 8 October 2018, 03:40 AM   #8
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Agreed... Congrats and enjoy...
Here's my pair but honestly one more wouldn't hurt...
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Old 8 October 2018, 03:48 AM   #9
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Saying, "I'm done buying Rolexes," immediately after buying a Rolex is like saying, "I'm swearing off drugs," right after snorting a line of coke. Give it time. If it holds true, then the claim has merit. Right now, you're still under the influence of the purchase.

At any rate, enjoy your DJ.
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Old 8 October 2018, 03:57 AM   #10
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Saying, "I'm done buying Rolexes," immediately after buying a Rolex is like saying, "I'm swearing off drugs," right after snorting a line of coke. Give it time. If it holds true, then the claim has merit. Right now, you're still under the influence of the purchase.

At any rate, enjoy your DJ.


Lol. Don’t say that!! I’m done with Rolex as soon as I get my Hulk! Don’t put that evil on me!


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Old 8 October 2018, 03:59 AM   #11
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saying, "i'm done buying rolexes," immediately after buying a rolex is like saying, "i'm swearing off drugs," right after snorting a line of coke. Give it time. If it holds true, then the claim has merit. Right now, you're still under the influence of the purchase.

At any rate, enjoy your dj.
+1 Nice 16200, OP
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Old 8 October 2018, 04:56 AM   #12
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Saying, "I'm done buying Rolexes," immediately after buying a Rolex is like saying, "I'm swearing off drugs," right after snorting a line of coke. Give it time. If it holds true, then the claim has merit. Right now, you're still under the influence of the purchase.

At any rate, enjoy your DJ.
This ^^^
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Old 8 October 2018, 05:20 AM   #13
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Saying, "I'm done buying Rolexes," immediately after buying a Rolex is like saying, "I'm swearing off drugs," right after snorting a line of coke. Give it time. If it holds true, then the claim has merit. Right now, you're still under the influence of the purchase.

At any rate, enjoy your DJ.
unfortunately, I identify with this.

Edit: the watch part of it, not the drug use part.
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Old 12 June 2019, 01:21 AM   #14
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unfortunately, I identify with this.

Edit: the watch part of it, not the drug use part.
I was about to send you a PM offering my support and help, buddy.
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Old 15 August 2020, 02:54 AM   #15
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unfortunately, I identify with this.

Edit: the watch part of it, not the drug use part.




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Old 8 October 2018, 08:51 AM   #16
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Saying, "I'm done buying Rolexes," immediately after buying a Rolex is like saying, "I'm swearing off drugs," right after snorting a line of coke. Give it time. If it holds true, then the claim has merit. Right now, you're still under the influence of the purchase.

At any rate, enjoy your DJ.
Trudat! You will come back to get high again LOL
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Old 8 October 2018, 11:02 AM   #17
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Saying, "I'm done buying Rolexes," immediately after buying a Rolex is like saying, "I'm swearing off drugs," right after snorting a line of coke. Give it time. If it holds true, then the claim has merit. Right now, you're still under the influence of the purchase.

At any rate, enjoy your DJ.


+1

And when you see the new BLRO in person, it’s a wrap.


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Old 8 October 2018, 10:33 PM   #18
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Saying, "I'm done buying Rolexes," immediately after buying a Rolex is like saying, "I'm swearing off drugs," right after snorting a line of coke. Give it time. If it holds true, then the claim has merit. Right now, you're still under the influence of the purchase.

At any rate, enjoy your DJ.


Haha exactly!


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Old 8 October 2018, 10:54 PM   #19
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Saying, "I'm done buying Rolexes," immediately after buying a Rolex is like saying, "I'm swearing off drugs," right after snorting a line of coke.
Kind of my thought, but without the Coca-Cola.

But hey, that's a pretty watch, sounds like you are enjoying it, congrats!
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Old 8 October 2018, 11:18 PM   #20
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Congratulations on a beautiful watch. Enjoy, sit back and watch the silliness of supply and demand. At some point the supply/demand issues will change and the chance for the average consumer to buy the watch they want, when they want, will be the norm.
thank you and, yes, you are right. I can stand back and watch this game for the time being. As long as it lasts I am out of it. if things come back to normal.....we shall see.


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Good luck with your choice. You're going to need it the day you get the call for the Pepsi. Not even taking about next releases.
If this happens in relatively short time I might give it a thought...I could say that I made a rushed decision but I doubt I would be in this position.


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Nice pick up and I agree. I’m pretty over it with this “scarcity” game that Rolex is playing.
Yes, me too. As I said I am not playing this game, not with a 10k watch. It's not a kidney to wait for years...


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Congrats on your nice DJ!
Thank you!

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regardless of how you got to the point where you are, its a nice feeling to be able to see your collection as complete
Complete...I do not know about that. I can say I am happy with my watches and one needs to take into consideration many other factors. Nevertheless, I considered myself fortunate to own these luxury items.


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It's not boring at all, interesting write up also congrats on the incoming DJ.
Thank you for your kind words.


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But hey, that's a pretty watch, sounds like you are enjoying it, congrats!
Indeed it is a pretty little watch for less than half the price of a new Pepsi and no wait whatsoever. It is all a matter of choice...there is no right or wrong.
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Old 23 December 2018, 12:51 AM   #21
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Saying, "I'm done buying Rolexes," immediately after buying a Rolex is like saying, "I'm swearing off drugs," right after snorting a line of coke. Give it time. If it holds true, then the claim has merit. Right now, you're still under the influence of the purchase.

At any rate, enjoy your DJ.

Haha. I don't know how many times I've uttered the words, "I'm done" or "my collection is complete!" The last few times I've said it to my wife, she's finished it with the caveat, ".....until you're/it's not." The longest I've followed my declaration was 12 months.

Enjoy your DJ.....until you don't!
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Old 23 December 2018, 05:58 AM   #22
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Saying, "I'm done buying Rolexes," immediately after buying a Rolex is like saying, "I'm swearing off drugs," right after snorting a line of coke. Give it time. If it holds true, then the claim has merit. Right now, you're still under the influence of the purchase.

At any rate, enjoy your DJ.

Completely agree. You're on your present high. Enjoy it...
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Old 23 December 2018, 08:05 AM   #23
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Saying, "I'm done buying Rolexes," immediately after buying a Rolex is like saying, "I'm swearing off drugs," right after snorting a line of coke. Give it time. If it holds true, then the claim has merit. Right now, you're still under the influence of the purchase.

At any rate, enjoy your DJ.


Truth right there. The watch buying part. Not sure about the coke part.


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Old 8 October 2018, 03:49 AM   #24
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Not boring at all.

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Nice post. I have my SS Daytona and was never on a wait list, nor will I ever be subject to a wait list for a Rolex or any watch. It not a heart or other major organ for Pete’s sake...lol


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Old 8 October 2018, 03:56 AM   #26
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Great story. The brushed lug and all-brushed bracelet DJs were the best. What an awesome find!
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Old 8 October 2018, 05:09 AM   #27
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Hah! Same here Verdi. Money in my pocket ready to pull the trigger but target nowhere in sight.

Waiting for 1 year & nine months now from my AD.

Yup, I like my DJ too. She was available and pretty when I decided to buy me first.

I have turnt my sights to GS now.
And as luck would have it I am on the waiting list again for this model.

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Congratulations. I’d like to get down to two, but can’t see it happening!
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The watch is pristine, unpolished with box and papers. Made in 2000 and sold in 2006. The condition and price were right and it took me no time to decide. I am a sucker for sharp lugs...
Is it within reason that there could be six years for a watch to sit on a shelf before sale?
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