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24 January 2021, 10:46 PM | #31 | |
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"Kermit" was just opportunity to lower the costs, as getting a sports-model requires purchasing another Rolex watch here. |
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24 January 2021, 10:53 PM | #32 | |
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I was actually kind of surprised how fast they could make a "hot-model" appear, if you follow their sales "rules". Think you are right that it would be a good idea not to hold it too long. |
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24 January 2021, 10:59 PM | #33 | |
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24 January 2021, 11:14 PM | #34 | |
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I would have thought that the Kermit is a harder to get piece than the rootbeer. At least here in Canada it is Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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24 January 2021, 11:19 PM | #35 | |
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That’s what everyone else does. How are so many on the grey market anyway? Join the club... |
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24 January 2021, 11:22 PM | #36 | |
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I also thought that would be easier to get, but seems not. I have no idea how they calculate it or why the Rootbeer was not an option. |
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24 January 2021, 11:25 PM | #37 |
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24 January 2021, 11:33 PM | #38 |
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Congrats on getting a much in demand model. Smart buying and done right.
I too appreciate you sharing this experience here. Good to know what’s the market like in BKK first hand from those with recent experience, than to rely on hearsay. I’d say flip immediately. Your AD clearly couldn’t care less what Rolex think and want. Better to cash in on clear upside now than rue the missed opportunity down the line. Krub kun Krub
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24 January 2021, 11:51 PM | #39 |
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If I ever get one... would definitely keep it and wear it. Looking for a submariner to add to my collection. AD said he can get the black bezel sooner... told him I will wait for the green. There are plenty of people wearing the stainless black face/bezel (date or no date) models out there. I want something different that you do not see often. I personally get much more enjoyment wearing it rather than leaving it in a box or safe. Was fortunate enough to acquire my first Rolex this past November....Gmt II Pepsi. Could have flipped it and doubled my money however enjoy wearing it every day. Everyone has their own decision to make if they acquire one of these hard to get sports watches. Mine would be to keep it and be thankful I was able to purchase one.
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24 January 2021, 11:51 PM | #40 |
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If you were buying unpopular model, you should be able to ask for discount too. If they didn't want to give any discount so it's fair to give you an opportunity to obtain a sought after piece. Now it is your watch, you can do whatever you wanted.
Sell now and invest your money somewhere else or sell later it won't make much different.
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24 January 2021, 11:52 PM | #41 |
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24 January 2021, 11:56 PM | #42 |
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I’m waiting for one and cannot get it. I realize it was offered and you grabbed it but from my perspective you must be living right and I would not take that for granted!
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24 January 2021, 11:58 PM | #43 |
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24 January 2021, 11:58 PM | #44 | |
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personally if i bought a watch it would only be to wear it. however, if later i didnt like it i would have no qualms about selling it.
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25 January 2021, 12:06 AM | #45 |
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I am hoping to land one this year and for me it will be a keeper. Love the watch.
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25 January 2021, 12:27 AM | #46 | |
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BUT it all comes at a cost... the mandatory "bundle" deal if you want the "hot" watch, which they are happy to let you try. To me it is a "sick" and short-minded way of doing business. Reminds me of extortion. But it is after all Thailand and cash is king here. So just played their game, when the opportunity came along. Based on the feedback from you and others, I am starting to think that selling it ASAP would be the best option. Thanks for your advice and opinion :-) |
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25 January 2021, 12:46 AM | #47 |
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I would move the watch and either get something you would enjoy wearing or just cash out and move on. No judgements here as the watch is your property and you did nothing wrong in how the AD handled this transaction. Please let us know what you decide.
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25 January 2021, 12:54 AM | #48 | |
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This is like a weird reverse bundle. Why not simply buy the more expensive watch you wanted?
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25 January 2021, 12:57 AM | #49 |
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You are free to do as you wish with the 126610lv if you purchased the pearl master for a family member are you giving them the money you make on the LV ? , Or is that your commission from organising the purchase ?
Nothing wrong with reselling it in my opinion if you don’t like or want it |
25 January 2021, 01:02 AM | #50 |
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Regardless of what others here say, get the one you want and flip the other.
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25 January 2021, 01:13 AM | #51 |
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Watches are made to be worn, enjoyed, and show the time
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25 January 2021, 01:13 AM | #52 |
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25 January 2021, 01:18 AM | #53 | |
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25 January 2021, 01:21 AM | #54 |
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The bundle deal with the "Kermit" was to help a family member save some money on her purchase. From the choice of normal black sub and the "Kermit", the "Kermit" seemed the best option for resale.
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25 January 2021, 01:22 AM | #55 |
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If you weren't interested in the watch in the first place then why did you buy two other watches to be offered a watch you're not even interested in?
Yes, this is capitalism, and buyers and sellers are free to do as they please. However, when you have multiple threads on this forum of other members complaining about their inability to buy the watch you are considering to flip, and they would love to be offered at retail because they genuinely appreciate it, I would reconsider. |
25 January 2021, 01:29 AM | #56 | |
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Still trying to understand tho. Your family member wanted a more expensive watch, so you got this added to it? And that saved them money? They got a discount? Or will you be selling this, and giving the proceeds to help the family member save the money? Not my business. But curious is all. Def sell now and capitalize on the buzz. I personally don’t think it’s going up. As more come to market, and more are available, it will lower the secondary market price.
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25 January 2021, 01:33 AM | #57 | |
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Thanks for the advice. |
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25 January 2021, 01:36 AM | #58 |
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If you don’t want it. Sell it. Easy lol.
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25 January 2021, 01:37 AM | #59 |
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I don’t have any problem at all with what the OP is proposing. At least it gets a piece out of the safe at the AD and into circulation for the market to decide how much it’s worth. I think most of us would be sick if we knew how many watches are stashed away in safes at AD’s.
I would sell it now, I don’t think that piece will go up in value. |
25 January 2021, 01:39 AM | #60 |
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I trade it for a Pepsi or keep it.
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