Day at the AD'S. Authorised Dealer's, What to Expect 

I agree. Completely unwilling to play these or any other games in the hope of being chosen to be a customer who is "allowed" to pay $20,000 for a stainless steel watch.

What the hell is it got to do with them ..if you’ve bought the watch you can do what the hell you want with it..

@@paulritchie5868 they might say what does it have to do with you if they want to check the person buying it wants it. I’m sure we can agree that it’s better ADs try and sell to genuine collectors than flippers?

A Rolex should be something we are all able to enjoy. Not have to prove we are worthy by spending money on stuff we don’t want.

Very agreed. Rolex purposely creates the hype and shortage, I don't see it prestige honestly. The pre-owned market is insane, a two-decade older Rolex costs more than a brand new one, not making sense. I used the money on other brands instead and I'm thrilled by my decision.

@@ewnyMetroExpress You are not alone. Many of us are reaching the same conclusion and buying other brands that are available and more affordable.

Well said . I like Omega , Breitling , Hamilton , Longine etc... I also own Seiko , Tissot and loads of G Shocks . The watch that gets most wear is my G Shock Mudmaster.

@@TheSavagederek I have acquired a Tissot or Brietling. How do you like the Tissot Brand? Since posting the comment, I purchased two new awesome watches. A black Casio F-91W, this $16.95 beauty is hard not to stare at. And the Longines Spirit Zulu Time 41mm black bezel, dark blue dial, on stainless steel strap. I’m wearing it now. I’m dig it, a lot!

Amazing congratulations, that’s not a bad wait. Enjoy that watch.

2017 you could walk in and buy hulks no one wanted them 😂

@@SILKY_999that’s not exactly true. Hulks were very hard to get in 2017. I know because my brother in law bought one.

Glad you are enjoying. Maybe look at the grey market. Some models are trading under list at the moment

Hopes and dreams lol it's just a watch mate... A nice watch, but far from being technically superior to many other automatic watches and definitely not as accurate as a cheap quartz watch. It's not an investment, it's not a "rite of passage do adulthood", no, it's literally just a watch. Don't humiate yourself for a piece of metal that are produced in the HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS TO 1 Million per year

That’s really great to hear. Wish that was the case everywhere

That’s amazing which models do you own ?

That’s really bad. It’s frustrating, I can’t believe they wouldn’t even put you on the list.

What city? It's outrageous but at least you are not wondering for a couple of years?

Thousands of them on the grey market,I bought a JC deep sea dweller for a very nice jeweller I know,brand new and factory fresh,paid over the odds as I really like the watch,it’s for my son when “ I go”…just make sure you get the box and card and get it authenticated by a regular jeweller.

I appreciate it!

🤞one can only hold out hope

@@Watchmansam482 One thing I would definitely say worked for me is to go to an AD that's independent and have a grey option available to you. Give it and the AD a time frame to work with. Independents are looking more to build with a customer then the bigger AD's I find. I was offered 2 watches from a central London based AD and 1 a bit further out. The grey prices have been coming down and I've seen 6 digit ceramic sports Rolexes for under £10,000. Even the all black GMT. They won't be the new 6 digit but they are definitely something to keep in mind. The advice wasn't asked for but I hope it helps you in your journey.

@@bobtob8388 i own a gmt black 116710LN fantastic watch goes with any outfit. As for price i think its good value considering price of batman etc

Great to hear. Enjoy

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This is what annoys me there is no rhyme or reason why the choose people. Great to hear he did get offered watches tho.

Hope you took the Goodwood tickets!

@@GM-ii8gs I never got the tickets or anything the AD talked about I got a Rolex catalogue that she signed saying I look forward to getting you watches and that was 18 months ago .

It’s the way it is unfortunately and there is also money to be made if you get one from an ad

Thank you 🙏

It’s a lovely watch. I will be doing a vid on them soon

Awesome 👍

So you’re saying a corner shop would turn me down from buying a pint of milk if I hadn’t already spent a load of money there first. Of a carpenter won’t do a job for be if it’s my first time asking for a job. Or a car dealer won’t sell me a car unless I’ve bought 10?

@@Watchmansam482 The thing is, these stores don’t only sell Rolex. They sell jewelry, diamonds, less desirable watches etc. They need to move their inventory one way or another. Why would they give a random person that does not support their business regularly, a desirable item vs the person that repeatedly comes back to buy various things? This is common sense. Since you wanted to bring up examples that will fall flat on their face, I’ll address some. If you want to look at car dealerships we will. You walk into a Mercedes dealership with no prior relationship or history, you’re not going to be able to order and spec an AMG GT black series or G63 without a waiting period/mark up. You can, however, buy a less desirable car without any issues. They will reserve those high end models to their loyal customers that have spent hundreds of thousands of dollars at their dealership. We can also look at contractors, yes they will still sell you their service. However, if you’re a first time client for them… you won’t be at the front of their calendar nor get the best price per sqft as their clients who repeatedly give them work or higher them for a bigger job. This is business 101. You spend more money, you will get preferential treatment. The entitlement in the watch community that every individual should be treated the same regardless of what relationship they have with an authorized dealer is kind of ridiculous. For better or for worse this is how business and the world works and always has been. I guess you can argue this is a relatively new reality for the watch world, which is pretty true, but the massive transfer of wealth and rise of young entrepreneur have driven so much more attention and buyers towards watches that did not exist prior.

@@Watchmansam482Aleks is spot on. You can’t compare buying a pint of milk to buying a luxury watch worth thousands which you could potentially then sell the day after for a few more thousands! Re your car comment, yes, try buying a Porsche GT model or a Ferrari as a first time buyer…! This Rolex thing isn’t difficult. If you’re a watch lover you’ll likely buy something else anyway, a Tudor or Speedy perhaps. You’ll then be more likely to get a Rolex thereafter. Or else just be patient. I got a blue Milgauss (a watch I love btw) in under a year with no prior history. All the best.

Try purchasing a Ferrari or a 911…lol

Yeah that’s the thing. Id rather be told I’m not able to have one than given false hope.

@@Watchmansam482 I agree, just tell me either yes or no. That way, at least i know if i'm wasting my time or not.

You need to pop in and speak to them again, maybe buy the missus a new pair of earrings maybe £70/100 or tissot watch for her or maybe one of your kids, then you can sit down and have a chat about your Rolex reservation.

I emailed my interest and they booked me an appointment. You can still just walk into store tho. I’ve had friends just do this

@@Watchmansam482 awesome thank you for getting back to me on this ☺️ If it’s okay would you mind sharing the best way to email your interest? Is there a certain email address I would send this to?

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That’s interesting to hear. Did they have a reasoning to who they picked from the list or was it who they liked best ?

And that’s the I did straight to the grey market no time to be spending money on models u don’t want with arrogant ADs and then waiting years for a sports model. Especially not in 2023

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Thank you 🙏

If an AD gives you a multi-year waiting time for a watch, that’s a very polite way of them saying walk out the door and don’t come back. Clients in their good grace rarely have to wait anywhere near a year for the model that they desire. In my opinion, if you are looking to start a relationship with an AD it’s much easier and more successful to pursue a relationship with a family owner AD rather than the corporate (London Jewelers, Watches of Switzerland, etc). I’ve found success going this route

The less desirable models that they know people can’t sell on for profit.

@@Watchmansam482Here in Australia you can’t even get a Datejust.

Nowhere can tou get a datejust they re unibtainium

They are lovely one of my fave new watches they have bought out

If you ain’t spent over 150k you ain’t getting a look in, maybe grey market at about 60/70k

There is just no need for the games. And that’s what will happen, other brands will get the sales. Great watches by the way.

Still not a Rolex though! No point in getting mad it’s a game you have to play, that’s why you can by an omega as it’s an inferior product

The reason I didn’t was I am after a submariner date. If I told other models that I’m interested in. I may start getting offered models I do not want or that they want to get rid of to build my spend.

@Watchmansam482 they would offer you watches you're interested in not models you dont want. Maybe that was common practice during covid but not now

@@crownanddial9401 a submariner date is the model that I’m after at retail at the moment. From what I have been told a lot of people are being offered certain models and there seems to be a running theme with them.

Very true it does make it more special when you do get the watch.

Aww amazing

100%agree

Very true a watch isn’t something to go into debt for

Great to hear you had a good experience:)

I totally agree with the sentiment. It’s not ideal Rolex works in this way. But the truth is, especially given recent price hikes, JLC pieces tank in value as soon as you leave the store. Whilst watch lovers, me included, appreciate JLC, most won’t. A Rolex on the other hand is known world wide, and as soon as you leave the store you’ll have either not lost a penny else moreover likely made £ in equity. So there’s no surprise why it’s easier to buy a JLC than a Rolex! Fact. Ps. Love the ultra thin Moonphase in particular btw.

Hey man, as long as your happy. I would say it's not comparable at all though. At the end of the day you're wearing a $150 homage while this man is trying to get the real thing. Both have their places but hardly comparable situations. I personally wouldn't call your situation a "win" but to each their own.

@justmeeagainn Well I’m glad you got the watch that you wanted on Amazon Great story 👍thank you for taking time out your day to watch and comment ;)

Sure you did 😂

Aww hopefully you do get the call. Best of luck

Have you followed up at all with the AD either in person or via call? A DJ should be yours in months not years!?

Yes I spoke to the Rolex A/D last Monday.even he said I should not be waiting this long for a Datejust 41. Fingers crossed I will have one this year 🤞

@@paulmassey9284 Good stuff. I hope you pick one up soon. I expressed interest for a blue 41 fluted one in May. Fortunately got the call for it a few days ago 👍🏻🔵

@@paulmassey9284did u get it?

Thank you appreciate it. Lots of content coming soon.

Have you tried to buy a Rolex 😂 go in and let me know how you get on

Very much so

Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment 👍

I've watched a lot of Rolex videos and this is the first that covered what they ask you as opposed to 10 things not to do when buying your first Rolex. So thanks for this video! I'm a retired nobody. I don't socialize or care to so I may network with friends who are big-shots! Well actually only know one person who is a big-shot!

Very good points.

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