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DocD · 28 February 2008, 05:02 AM

I have a patient that has worked in the watch department at a large Rolex AD for over 25 years. He was in my office today and told me that the Rolex rep was in his store this week.

Well, here's HIS take on all the Rolex "rumors". Despite his 25 years in the business and his recent discussion with the Rolex rep, he is unaware of ANY official price increase, and is unaware of any proposed changes, new models, etc., etc.

He said that all he was told by the Rolex rep was that NO ONE knows what will happen until Basel other than those involved with the design of the new watches. The Rolex rep was unaware of any price increase, though an increase is always a possibility on the horizon. The Rolex rep did "believe" and "guess" that the Sub would have some changes such as the ceramic bezel/improved clasp, but he was quick to point out that it was only his speculation, based on last year's changes to the GMT.

He did say that the only information Rolex told him was that they were making a gradual "10 year" change among the entire line.

So, hopefully this will debunk some of the rumors, at least for a few hours.

f16570 · 28 February 2008, 05:05 AM

Urban Myths, here we go again

cbrenthus · 28 February 2008, 05:31 AM

My friend's sister's boyfriend's cousin's dog's previous owner's housekeeper knew a guy who worked on cars for this other guy that was related to someone who went into an AD and was told that Rolex is going to change the line completely by modeling their watches after the flourescent Swatch watches from the eighties and prices will start at 100K and above.

Seriously, why is one person's AD or rep more reliable than another's? I wouldn't go crazy and buy up every watch they have, but I would grab 1 or 2 that I know I have to have in the near future, anyway, and wait and see. Especially if the AD has a return policy.

f16570 · 28 February 2008, 05:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cbrenthus

My friend's sister's boyfriend's cousin's dog's previous owner's housekeeper knew a guy who worked on cars for this other guy that was related to someone who went into an AD and was told that Rolex is going to change the line completely by modeling their watches after the flourescent Swatch watches from the eighties and prices will start at 100K and above.

Seriously, why is one person's AD or rep more reliable than another's? I wouldn't go crazy and buy up every watch they have, but I would grab 1 or 2 that I know I have to have in the near future, anyway, and wait and see. Especially if the AD has a return policy.

GMTcrazy · 28 February 2008, 06:58 AM

US price increase this MARCH.....
GT

crimscrem · 28 February 2008, 06:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cbrenthus

My friend's sister's boyfriend's cousin's dog's previous owner's housekeeper knew a guy who worked on cars for this other guy that was related to someone who went into an AD and was told that Rolex is going to change the line completely by modeling their watches after the flourescent Swatch watches from the eighties and prices will start at 100K and above.

So, are you saying you've got an in that can help get me a Daytona?

Randy · 28 February 2008, 06:59 AM

Price increase very soon!!!

Floridadogg · 28 February 2008, 07:33 AM

Jared (local AD) was told March 1st increase of undetermined amount.

Randy · 28 February 2008, 07:42 AM

10% Watch and see!

cmr · 28 February 2008, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Randy

10% Watch and see!

and a minimum 10% loss in sales in the us, watch and see.

SPACE-DWELLER · 28 February 2008, 10:40 AM

I guess you're AD was right about one thing. Only time will tell what news Rolex will introduce at the Basel Fair. Rolex would be unwise to reveil any updates to its models before time since you can never count on people keeping the secret.

As stated, the price increase is reality in a few days.

mdx77 · 28 February 2008, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by f16570

Urban Myths, here we go again

x2

Gaijin · 28 February 2008, 11:04 AM

March 1st, 2008. My AD is changing thier price tags the evening of Feb 29th, 2008.

bgriz · 28 February 2008, 12:46 PM

East Bay Rider · 28 February 2008, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DocD

I have a patient that has worked in the watch department at a large Rolex AD for over 25 years. He was in my office today and told me that the Rolex rep was in his store this week.
Well, here's HIS take on all the Rolex "rumors"...

Hey! What about Doctor / Patient confidentiality?

Just having a bit of fun.

I hope he's right.
Truth is I'd rather they left the sport watches alone and upgrade the dress watches instead.

Arturo · 28 February 2008, 02:23 PM

I hear they are going to do a "Mini Sub" for "little people" and well heeled middle schoolers. It will have a mini dial, mini oyster bracelet, and have a light blue tint to the crystal. It will be introduced at Basel.

ALTAADAM007 · 28 February 2008, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cbrenthus

My friend's sister's boyfriend's cousin's dog's previous owner's housekeeper knew a guy who worked on cars for this other guy that was related to someone who went into an AD and was told that Rolex is going to change the line completely by modeling their watches after the flourescent Swatch watches from the eighties and prices will start at 100K and above.

Seriously, why is one person's AD or rep more reliable than another's? I wouldn't go crazy and buy up every watch they have, but I would grab 1 or 2 that I know I have to have in the near future, anyway, and wait and see. Especially if the AD has a return policy.

First LMAO.

Second: I agree bought 5 in 24hrs. Same thing. One Ad has a 90day return policy. The other 30 days. Can't hurt as long as you have the room on a CC!

ALTAADAM007 · 28 February 2008, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by KansaiVet

March 1st, 2008. My AD is changing thier price tags the evening of Feb 29th, 2008.

Mine confirmed that tonight and said come in and pick anything you want!

walds11 · 28 February 2008, 07:01 PM

Keep buying and jack your credit card up. LOL!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by ALTAADAM007

Mine confirmed that tonight and said come in and pick anything you want!

CPTL · 28 February 2008, 08:08 PM

5 in 24 hours, all on the plastic? That's fantastic!! Let's get some pics.

astcell · 28 February 2008, 09:14 PM

Saw my AD last night:

1. Price increase across the board, from 10% on up.
2. No special SD this year but all models will be updated by 2011.
3. I asked about milgauss and she laughed out loud, it is the new holy grail.
4. They only had one GMTIIc since it came out.
5. They are receiving NO MORE WATCHES until the price increase.
6. Finance plan is 20 months same as cash....why do they do this to me....

mmastandrea · 1 March 2008, 01:58 PM

All:

I Was At A Miami Area Rolex Reseller Today Who Said The Price Increase Came Out Today....
I Called My Wife Who Went To Mayors Jewelers. Mayors Said Yes, It Takes Place Tomorrow 3/1/2008

M

mmastandrea · 1 March 2008, 01:59 PM

P.S.

18% increase on a mens platinum day date w/glacier blue dial...

28 February 2008, 05:02 AM	#1
DocD "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: New Jersey Watch: Submariner date Posts: 298	Rolex price increase, new models, etc., etc. I have a patient that has worked in the watch department at a large Rolex AD for over 25 years. He was in my office today and told me that the Rolex rep was in his store this week. Well, here's HIS take on all the Rolex "rumors". Despite his 25 years in the business and his recent discussion with the Rolex rep, he is unaware of ANY official price increase, and is unaware of any proposed changes, new models, etc., etc. He said that all he was told by the Rolex rep was that NO ONE knows what will happen until Basel other than those involved with the design of the new watches. The Rolex rep was unaware of any price increase, though an increase is always a possibility on the horizon. The Rolex rep did "believe" and "guess" that the Sub would have some changes such as the ceramic bezel/improved clasp, but he was quick to point out that it was only his speculation, based on last year's changes to the GMT. He did say that the only information Rolex told him was that they were making a gradual "10 year" change among the entire line. So, hopefully this will debunk some of the rumors, at least for a few hours.

28 February 2008, 05:05 AM	#2
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	Urban Myths, here we go again __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

28 February 2008, 05:31 AM	#3
cbrenthus "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Brandon Location: FL Watch: ing my second hand Posts: 869	My friend's sister's boyfriend's cousin's dog's previous owner's housekeeper knew a guy who worked on cars for this other guy that was related to someone who went into an AD and was told that Rolex is going to change the line completely by modeling their watches after the flourescent Swatch watches from the eighties and prices will start at 100K and above. Seriously, why is one person's AD or rep more reliable than another's? I wouldn't go crazy and buy up every watch they have, but I would grab 1 or 2 that I know I have to have in the near future, anyway, and wait and see. Especially if the AD has a return policy. __________________ www.bknicholas.com www.myspace.com/bknicholas

28 February 2008, 10:40 AM	#11
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	I guess you're AD was right about one thing. Only time will tell what news Rolex will introduce at the Basel Fair. Rolex would be unwise to reveil any updates to its models before time since you can never count on people keeping the secret. As stated, the price increase is reality in a few days. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

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28 February 2008, 06:58 AM	#5
GMTcrazy Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Makati/FL Posts: 301	US price increase this MARCH..... GT

28 February 2008, 06:59 AM	#7
Randy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Randy Location: Ohio Watch: AP, Rolex, Panerai Posts: 1,241	Price increase very soon!!!

28 February 2008, 07:33 AM	#8
Floridadogg Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Allan Location: Florida Watch: 116520 & 116523 Posts: 468	Jared (local AD) was told March 1st increase of undetermined amount.

28 February 2008, 07:42 AM	#9
Randy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Randy Location: Ohio Watch: AP, Rolex, Panerai Posts: 1,241	10% Watch and see!

28 February 2008, 11:04 AM	#13
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,181	March 1st, 2008. My AD is changing thier price tags the evening of Feb 29th, 2008.

28 February 2008, 02:23 PM	#16
Arturo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Arturo Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: Black GMT ll Posts: 1,271	I hear they are going to do a "Mini Sub" for "little people" and well heeled middle schoolers. It will have a mini dial, mini oyster bracelet, and have a light blue tint to the crystal. It will be introduced at Basel.

28 February 2008, 08:08 PM	#20
CPTL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Texas on my mind Watch: Sub Date; SS/WG DJ Posts: 2,445	5 in 24 hours, all on the plastic? That's fantastic!! Let's get some pics. __________________ 16610 Submariner Date; D Serial 16234 DateJust SS with WG Fluted Bezel & Jubillee, White Roman Dial; F Serial 16570 Explorer II White Dial; M Serial And Hers: 78240 Mid-Size DateJust SS with Domed Bezel & Oyster, White Roman; D Serial

28 February 2008, 09:14 PM	#21
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Saw my AD last night: 1. Price increase across the board, from 10% on up. 2. No special SD this year but all models will be updated by 2011. 3. I asked about milgauss and she laughed out loud, it is the new holy grail. 4. They only had one GMTIIc since it came out. 5. They are receiving NO MORE WATCHES until the price increase. 6. Finance plan is 20 months same as cash....why do they do this to me....

1 March 2008, 01:58 PM	#22
mmastandrea "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Plantation, FL Posts: 6	Rolex Price Increase All: I Was At A Miami Area Rolex Reseller Today Who Said The Price Increase Came Out Today.... I Called My Wife Who Went To Mayors Jewelers. Mayors Said Yes, It Takes Place Tomorrow 3/1/2008 M

1 March 2008, 01:59 PM	#23
mmastandrea "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Plantation, FL Posts: 6	P.S. 18% increase on a mens platinum day date w/glacier blue dial...

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