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SkyKing31 · 24 June 2018, 02:53 PM

I don't have nor have I ever had any of the Rolex magazines, but I do have the Patek Philippe magazines. I got my most recent in the mail on Friday afternoon. The Patek magazines arrive in my mailbox FREE of charge, and I have been told that the Rolex magazines are FREE as well. FREE !!

While going through Ebay on yet another sleepless night I see that Rolex and Patek magazines are selling for prices between 9.00 USD and 250.00 USD for a single issue.

So can someone help me understand why these FREE magazines are now worth the prices being asked of them on Ebay? Why are they worth any money at all since they are given away for FREE? Is there something I am missing?

GB-man · 24 June 2018, 03:04 PM

You are missing nothing. There is an ass for every seat. Rolex magazine is just a freebie given out at ADs. Anyone who pays for one is a fool.

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Originally Posted by SkyKing31

I don't have nor have I ever had any of the Rolex magazines, but I do have the Patek Philippe magazines. I got my most recent in the mail on Friday afternoon. The Patek magazines arrive in my mailbox FREE of charge, and I have been told that the Rolex magazines are FREE as well. FREE !!

While going through Ebay on yet another sleepless night I see that Rolex and Patek magazines are selling for prices between 9.00 USD and 250.00 USD for a single issue.

So can someone help me understand why these FREE magazines are now worth the prices being asked of them on Ebay? Why are they worth any money at all since they are given away for FREE? Is there something I am missing?

dbluevette · 24 June 2018, 03:21 PM

Personally I wouldn't buy the item you referred to, but I can understand from a collectors point of view. Maybe a person is in need of a specific copy to complete a full set.
Plus, some things that have no value to one individual have value to another. What's that saying? (One man's junk...etc)

Anyway, just offering a different perspective.

Jocke · 24 June 2018, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

You are missing nothing. There is an ass for every seat. Rolex magazine is just a freebie given out at ADs. Anyone who pays for one is a fool.

Be careful so you not will be banned when you call Paul a fool.

Old Expat Beast · 24 June 2018, 04:09 PM

"Free to those that can afford it, very expensive to those that can't." - Withnail & I.

Supply and demand, availability, market economy. I sold several Rolex magazines (issue #1) a few years ago that are now worth several times more than I sold them for, and a couple of issues more recently that will likely double in value by next year. People also sell Rolex umbrellas, hats, spoons and all manner of stuff that was originally free...even catalogues go up for sale after a while. Folks would buy paper cups if they were officially marked with the Rolex logo. It's part of the hobby, and a part of forum activity and engagement.

SkyKing31 · 24 June 2018, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

"Free to those that can afford it, very expensive to those that can't." - Withnail & I.

Supply and demand, availability, market economy. I sold several Rolex magazines (issue #1) a few years ago that are now worth several times more than I sold them for, and a couple of issues more recently that will likely double in value by next year. People also sell Rolex umbrellas, hats, spoons and all manner of stuff that was originally free...even catalogues go up for sale after a while. Folks would buy paper cups if they were officially marked with the Rolex logo. It's part of the hobby, and a part of forum activity and engagement.

It makes sense after reading your POV .. I did notice the Patek issue I received on Friday is already for sale by Saturday night. It's only 10.00 USD but that's a bit quick to show up for sale.

I have a Rolex spoon, notepad, and even golf balls (gift) which I paid for but I can justify those. But anyone buying the magazines can justify their purchase as well. It just surprises me to see what these magazines are going for. I even saw a brochure for sale which I got for free simply by calling 1-800-36-ROLEX

Old Expat Beast · 24 June 2018, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by SkyKing31

It makes sense after reading your POV .. I did notice the Patek issue I received on Friday is already for sale by Saturday night. It's only 10.00 USD but that's a bit quick to show up for sale.

I have a Rolex spoon, notepad, and even golf balls (gift) which I paid for but I can justify those. But anyone buying the magazines can justify their purchase as well. It just surprises me to see what these magazines are going for. I even saw a brochure for sale which I got for free simply by calling 1-800-36-ROLEX

I do know what you mean, it's a funny area, and not much goes on around here that makes total sense. A member had a similar viewpoint to you last year and tried to put up a magazine scan for free, but that broke copyright laws and would have had Rolex on our back, so that quickly got taken down.

Star Ferry · 25 June 2018, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

I do know what you mean, it's a funny area, and not much goes on around here that makes total sense. A member had a similar viewpoint to you last year and tried to put up a magazine scan for free, but that broke copyright laws and would have had Rolex on our back, so that quickly got taken down.

I remember a great thread where the OP asked an AD for a free magazine, the AD refused, and he was totally furious about it

Vivalas · 24 June 2018, 08:32 PM

What’s the most recent Rolex magazine? I’ve number 7 which is the datejust one. Thanks.

Jocke · 24 June 2018, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Vivalas

What’s the most recent Rolex magazine? I’ve number 7 which is the datejust one. Thanks.

7 is the last one.

Vivalas · 25 June 2018, 01:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

7 is the last one.

Thanks Jocke :-)

tyler1980 · 25 June 2018, 01:27 AM

i have zero Rolex magazines. If my AD or Rolex mailed them to me, then sure i would like one. Im not hunting one down though and Patek just sends me theirs and weirdly enough, its great marketing. I know they have no idea who i am but at least i sort of think they care.

Star Ferry · 25 June 2018, 01:32 AM

I used to throw out my twice-annual Patek maagzines until I realized there was an ebay market

The Rolex "magazines" are worthwhile IMO only if received free from your retailer. Compared to Patek they are short on real editorial content

jrs146 · 25 June 2018, 02:28 AM

I’ve given away several Rolex magazines to TRF members for free. I still have a few extras I’m sure. I’ll check and if anyone wants one they’re yours. Buying a magazine is madness.

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cvera · 25 June 2018, 07:27 AM

I've received a catalogue at an AD. Never a magazine though, but I haven't asked either

Ballzzz · 25 June 2018, 08:12 AM

Want to trade my most recent Rolex for your Patek?

SkyKing31 · 25 June 2018, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Ballzzz

Want to trade my most recent Rolex for your Patek?

Which one? .... I have most of the Patek magazines because I never throw them away .. I've given a few away to people who have asked

Ballzzz · 26 June 2018, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by SkyKing31

Which one? .... I have most of the Patek magazines because I never throw them away .. I've given a few away to people who have asked

I believe it's #7 the most recent.

enjoythemusic · 25 June 2018, 08:29 AM

Once out if print, common law of supply and demand.

Patek at one time offered limited-edition lithographs you can get by filling out a form within their magazine. I had all 10 of them, they were truly beautiful. I believe a full set goes for around $3,000 for those lithographs today.

TheVTCGuy · 25 June 2018, 08:44 AM

I have all seven of the Rolex Magazines! I only paid $28,500 for them! Some day, they are going to be worth millions!!!!

SkyKing31 · 25 June 2018, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

I have all seven of the Rolex Magazines! I only paid $28,500 for them! Some day, they are going to be worth millions!!!!

24 June 2018, 04:09 PM	#5
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,826	"Free to those that can afford it, very expensive to those that can't." - Withnail & I. Supply and demand, availability, market economy. I sold several Rolex magazines (issue #1) a few years ago that are now worth several times more than I sold them for, and a couple of issues more recently that will likely double in value by next year. People also sell Rolex umbrellas, hats, spoons and all manner of stuff that was originally free...even catalogues go up for sale after a while. Folks would buy paper cups if they were officially marked with the Rolex logo. It's part of the hobby, and a part of forum activity and engagement. __________________ _______________________

25 June 2018, 01:27 AM	#12
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	i have zero Rolex magazines. If my AD or Rolex mailed them to me, then sure i would like one. Im not hunting one down though and Patek just sends me theirs and weirdly enough, its great marketing. I know they have no idea who i am but at least i sort of think they care. __________________ Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition)

25 June 2018, 02:28 AM	#14
jrs146 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: Lost in time Watch: Me Nae Nae Posts: 9,823	I’ve given away several Rolex magazines to TRF members for free. I still have a few extras I’m sure. I’ll check and if anyone wants one they’re yours. Buying a magazine is madness. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ "Sometimes the songs that we hear are just songs of our own." -Jerome J. Garcia, Robert C. Hunter

25 June 2018, 08:12 AM	#16
Ballzzz 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: NY Posts: 2,515	Want to trade my most recent Rolex for your Patek? __________________ Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius and a lot of courage to move in the opposite direction. - Albert Einstein

25 June 2018, 08:29 AM	#19
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,209	Once out if print, common law of supply and demand. Patek at one time offered limited-edition lithographs you can get by filling out a form within their magazine. I had all 10 of them, they were truly beautiful. I believe a full set goes for around $3,000 for those lithographs today. __________________ __________________ ----> Was Great Seeing Everyone At The TRF December 9 Tampa Meetup <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=968133 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

24 June 2018, 02:53 PM	#1
SkyKing31 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Manalapan Florida Watch: Tridor Masterpiece Posts: 2,819	Rolex and Patek Philippe Magazines I don't have nor have I ever had any of the Rolex magazines, but I do have the Patek Philippe magazines. I got my most recent in the mail on Friday afternoon. The Patek magazines arrive in my mailbox FREE of charge, and I have been told that the Rolex magazines are FREE as well. FREE !! While going through Ebay on yet another sleepless night I see that Rolex and Patek magazines are selling for prices between 9.00 USD and 250.00 USD for a single issue. So can someone help me understand why these FREE magazines are now worth the prices being asked of them on Ebay? Why are they worth any money at all since they are given away for FREE? Is there something I am missing?

24 June 2018, 03:21 PM	#3
dbluevette "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: TEXAS Posts: 302	Personally I wouldn't buy the item you referred to, but I can understand from a collectors point of view. Maybe a person is in need of a specific copy to complete a full set. Plus, some things that have no value to one individual have value to another. What's that saying? (One man's junk...etc) Anyway, just offering a different perspective.

24 June 2018, 08:32 PM	#9
Vivalas "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Stephen Location: UK Watch: AP Posts: 2,646	What’s the most recent Rolex magazine? I’ve number 7 which is the datejust one. Thanks.

25 June 2018, 01:32 AM	#13
Star Ferry Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: down by the river Posts: 4,926	I used to throw out my twice-annual Patek maagzines until I realized there was an ebay market The Rolex "magazines" are worthwhile IMO only if received free from your retailer. Compared to Patek they are short on real editorial content

25 June 2018, 07:27 AM	#15
cvera "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: California Posts: 221	I've received a catalogue at an AD. Never a magazine though, but I haven't asked either

25 June 2018, 08:44 AM	#20
TheVTCGuy Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: San Diego Watch: 126619LB Posts: 21,540	I have all seven of the Rolex Magazines! I only paid $28,500 for them! Some day, they are going to be worth millions!!!!

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