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ryandavid25 · 30 June 2013, 06:34 PM

Hi have you ever been stopped trying to take a photograph of a Rolex watch that you are trying on in a Rolex AD, I have never tried it just curious
was anybody ever stopped.

Rashid.bk · 30 June 2013, 06:38 PM

Nope, just asked politely, so that I may think it over and reflect. They're like yeah, rock on. Something like that.
Photographing the whole case, they tend to sometimes be a bit particular about that one, so it's hit or miss.

Jocke · 30 June 2013, 06:42 PM

Some AD allows you some not, just ask they will not kill you.

Reu · 30 June 2013, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rashid.bk

Nope, just asked politely, so that I may think it over and reflect. They're like yeah, rock on. Something like that.
Photographing the whole case, they tend to sometimes be a bit particular about that one, so it's hit or miss.

I agree.

cop414 · 30 June 2013, 08:23 PM

I have never done it and one can only assume that their concern would be about security with all the smash and grabs lately. I guess all you need to do is ask...

youngr · 30 June 2013, 08:24 PM

I don't think they would like you taking a picture of the whole case as it could be that your staking out the joint.

Richard

mjclark32 · 30 June 2013, 08:30 PM

Never been a big deal at the ADs I've been to

texex91 · 30 June 2013, 10:09 PM

As long as they don't think you are casing the place, shouldn't be problem. However, it's all about how you approach the situation. It is private property so they can do whatever they wish to regarding policy or requests.

nameIess · 30 June 2013, 11:33 PM

just try on the watch that you like, show them that you like it and thinking about it, then ask if its ok to take picture of it. never been told no.
today i plan to try four... never tried that large number before... and never snapped four pictures as well. lol

68camaro · 30 June 2013, 11:41 PM

I've done it at two and never had problem, actually I think salesperson held while I snapped.

Tri-National-Man · 30 June 2013, 11:50 PM

Went there to have new bezel insert fitted-while-you-wait..

Rodentman · 1 July 2013, 06:15 AM

Never asked about photos, but an AD refused to tell me prices of Rolexes after I pulled out a notepad and intended to write the prices down. I think I went back a couple of times to look around that AD whilst in the area but I never bought anything there, and wouldn't.

FWIW it is closed now, and was in a Mall which gets a lot of "transient" traffic and few repeat customers.

GradyPhilpott · 1 July 2013, 06:24 AM

I have done so on many occasions at my local AD.

Here's Ron Beauchamp posing with his "Hulk," while I try on a Daytona.

tkerrmd · 1 July 2013, 07:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ryandavid25

Hi have you ever been stopped trying to take a photograph of a Rolex watch that you are trying on in a Rolex AD, I have never tried it just curious
was anybody ever stopped.

Do it all the time

threemonkeys · 1 July 2013, 08:37 AM

Never had a problem. I've always asked first, though, and only take a picture of the watch on my wrist.

Gaijin · 1 July 2013, 10:38 AM

Tried to take a picture inside the RSC and was shut down. Signs on the wall too telling you not to do it.

kilyung · 1 July 2013, 11:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

... while I try on a Daytona.

So when are you getting that gorgeous RG Daytona?

z32turbo · 1 July 2013, 12:15 PM

I've never had a problem before.

kxux · 1 July 2013, 12:44 PM

Yep took pictures at Rolex, Patek and AP dealers. No problem - all it takes is ask politely for permission and snap away.
I was encouraged to take picture in Patek salons in Geneva and London. After all I got to show the watch to my better half ;-).

GradyPhilpott · 1 July 2013, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

So when are you getting that gorgeous RG Daytona?

I'm afraid there are no Daytonas in my future.

I don't hate the watch, but the models either don't do it for me or they are simply beyond my means.

I have a bunch of inexpensive quartz chronographs that I like a lot, but never wear, and starting a couple of days ago, I decided to give them and some other of my cheapos some wrist time.

I've never really stopped pondering just which mechanical chronograph will takes its place in my collection.

I had longed for an IWC pilot chrono for years, but as far as I'm concerned IWC committed suicide, so that one's out.

The Speedy Pro is currently in a leading position and may join the family before year's end, but it depends on whatever else is out there in a $5-7k price range that may win my heart.

Hairdude1 · 1 July 2013, 02:50 PM

I always ask first

ryandavid25 · 1 July 2013, 04:32 PM

Thank You all for your feed back it is great to see so many like minded people.

travisb · 1 July 2013, 06:54 PM

Never been an issue.

yld2rob · 1 July 2013, 11:17 PM

Been an issue at my AD because they have been robbed so many times. They had two police officers stationed outside the entrance for a while after the last robbery. I was talking with one of the sales guys and he said they switched to armed security because the cops were costing too much money.

Mr. RoC · 2 July 2013, 12:26 AM

Never had a problem when I was deciding on my next watch... had to take the pictures to text to wife for her opinion. I do this a lot even when clothes shopping on my lunch break and I want her opinion. Fast and simple... and the shops never gives me a hard time, if they did... I'm ready to walk out and take my business else where.

Final decision...

Taking pictures like the one's I've posted shouldn't be a problem especially if one is serious on a purchase. Now if one is taking pictures of the complete store layout... Yes, I definitely see how the store owner will say NO to pictures.

versatile1 · 2 July 2013, 12:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cop414

I have never done it and one can only assume that their concern would be about security with all the smash and grabs lately. I guess all you need to do is ask...

When I was in Maui, not only did the AD encourage me to take some pics, he sent me outside of the store to get some good ones in the direct sunlight.
And yes I was unescorted

TonyD · 2 July 2013, 12:54 AM

I took a few pictures at a GTG where we had 20 people swarming an AD. We must have tried on every watch in the place. They were all group shots, except one I took of myself, wrist shot with the rose SkyDweller.

I've taken wrist shots to help make a decision and assume that is ok. I can see it being an issue if you took a shot of the whole case. I probably should have asked!

Pup · 2 July 2013, 05:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

I'm afraid there are no Daytonas in my future.

....I had longed for an IWC pilot chrono for years, but as far as I'm concerned IWC committed suicide, so that one's out....

Grady, what was your interpretation of the "suicidal" event? I've have a pre-owned 3713 Doppelchrono with the discontinued (but available if you look hard) "brick bracelet" and just love it. Just curious.

...and to keep this from being a hijack, I have never had any trouble taking a pic of the watch if its on my wrist being tried on as a normal customer would do, rather than a wide angle shot of the entire case with out even making an attempt to look and act like an interested customer.

Jsan20 · 2 July 2013, 05:16 AM

I asked at the Wynn but was encouraged to take as many as I want.

DJJon · 2 July 2013, 01:11 PM

I've had 2 ADs tell me no pictures, and one told me I had to move to a 'secure area in the back' which I did not do. Meanwhile I could try them on all I . Get this - the secure area AD had about 5 Rolexes out of the case at the time - go figure.

30 June 2013, 06:34 PM	#1
ryandavid25 Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: David Ryan Location: Dublin and Dubai Watch: Rolex GMT 2 16710 Posts: 41	Taking Photos inside a Rolex AD Hi have you ever been stopped trying to take a photograph of a Rolex watch that you are trying on in a Rolex AD, I have never tried it just curious was anybody ever stopped.

30 June 2013, 06:42 PM	#3
Jocke 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jocke Location: Sweden Watch: A dozen of Rolex's Posts: 22,541	Some AD allows you some not, just ask they will not kill you. __________________ This message is written in perfect swenglish. What is best a custom Rolex or a Rolex that is stuck in custom? Buy a professional camera and you´re a professional photographer, buy a flute and you own a flute.

30 June 2013, 08:23 PM	#5
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,258	I have never done it and one can only assume that their concern would be about security with all the smash and grabs lately. I guess all you need to do is ask... __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

30 June 2013, 08:24 PM	#6
youngr "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: England Watch: 16610 & 16710 Posts: 899	I don't think they would like you taking a picture of the whole case as it could be that your staking out the joint. Richard __________________ SS Submariner Date "V" SS GMT Master II Pepsi "D"

30 June 2013, 08:30 PM	#7
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Never been a big deal at the ADs I've been to __________________

30 June 2013, 06:38 PM	#2
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,173	Nope, just asked politely, so that I may think it over and reflect. They're like yeah, rock on. Something like that. Photographing the whole case, they tend to sometimes be a bit particular about that one, so it's hit or miss.

30 June 2013, 10:09 PM	#8
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	As long as they don't think you are casing the place, shouldn't be problem. However, it's all about how you approach the situation. It is private property so they can do whatever they wish to regarding policy or requests.

30 June 2013, 11:33 PM	#9
nameIess Banned Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Home Posts: 307	just try on the watch that you like, show them that you like it and thinking about it, then ask if its ok to take picture of it. never been told no. today i plan to try four... never tried that large number before... and never snapped four pictures as well. lol

30 June 2013, 11:41 PM	#10
68camaro Banned Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA! Posts: 862	I've done it at two and never had problem, actually I think salesperson held while I snapped.

30 June 2013, 11:50 PM	#11
Tri-National-Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Shaun Location: Devonshire Watch: SubND/D/LV Posts: 651	Inside St James's Sq, London Rolex Headquarters Went there to have new bezel insert fitted-while-you-wait.. Attached Images

1 July 2013, 06:15 AM	#12
Rodentman Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: ACCT CLOSED Location: - Posts: 1,497	Never asked about photos, but an AD refused to tell me prices of Rolexes after I pulled out a notepad and intended to write the prices down. I think I went back a couple of times to look around that AD whilst in the area but I never bought anything there, and wouldn't. FWIW it is closed now, and was in a Mall which gets a lot of "transient" traffic and few repeat customers.

1 July 2013, 06:24 AM	#13
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	I have done so on many occasions at my local AD. Here's Ron Beauchamp posing with his "Hulk," while I try on a Daytona. Attached Images __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

1 July 2013, 08:37 AM	#15
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	Never had a problem. I've always asked first, though, and only take a picture of the watch on my wrist.

1 July 2013, 10:38 AM	#16
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	Tried to take a picture inside the RSC and was shut down. Signs on the wall too telling you not to do it.

1 July 2013, 12:15 PM	#18
z32turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sea Level Watch: Varies Posts: 6,877	I've never had a problem before. __________________ Instagram @z32turbo

1 July 2013, 12:44 PM	#19
kxux 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Jan Location: PA Watch: GMT II Posts: 1,110	Yep took pictures at Rolex, Patek and AP dealers. No problem - all it takes is ask politely for permission and snap away. I was encouraged to take picture in Patek salons in Geneva and London. After all I got to show the watch to my better half ;-).

1 July 2013, 02:50 PM	#21
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	I always ask first

1 July 2013, 04:32 PM	#22
ryandavid25 Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: David Ryan Location: Dublin and Dubai Watch: Rolex GMT 2 16710 Posts: 41	Thank You all for your feed back it is great to see so many like minded people.

1 July 2013, 06:54 PM	#23
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	Never been an issue.

1 July 2013, 11:17 PM	#24
yld2rob "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Penna Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,658	Been an issue at my AD because they have been robbed so many times. They had two police officers stationed outside the entrance for a while after the last robbery. I was talking with one of the sales guys and he said they switched to armed security because the cops were costing too much money. __________________ Rolex Sub-126610LV Rolex Sub- 126613LB Rolex GMT BLRO 126710 Rolex GMT BLNR Rolex Datejust 16220

2 July 2013, 12:26 AM	#25
Mr. RoC "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Canada Watch: where you're going Posts: 277	Never had a problem when I was deciding on my next watch... had to take the pictures to text to wife for her opinion. I do this a lot even when clothes shopping on my lunch break and I want her opinion. Fast and simple... and the shops never gives me a hard time, if they did... I'm ready to walk out and take my business else where. Final decision... Taking pictures like the one's I've posted shouldn't be a problem especially if one is serious on a purchase. Now if one is taking pictures of the complete store layout... Yes, I definitely see how the store owner will say NO to pictures. __________________ 1993 Tag Heuer S/EL Professional 200 Two-Tone (SOLD) 1997 Omega Seamaster Professional Mid-Size 1120 cal. (SOLD) 2012 Rolex Explorer 39mm 214270 2012 G-Shock GW-2310FB-1 2013 Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN

2 July 2013, 12:54 AM	#27
TonyD 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: Boston North Watch: Meteorite Daytona Posts: 1,471	I took a few pictures at a GTG where we had 20 people swarming an AD. We must have tried on every watch in the place. They were all group shots, except one I took of myself, wrist shot with the rose SkyDweller. I've taken wrist shots to help make a decision and assume that is ok. I can see it being an issue if you took a shot of the whole case. I probably should have asked! __________________ Pepsi GMT/SD43/DSSD Blue/ DJ41 TT Rose Diamond Dial/ Daytona Meteorite/ SS Sky Dweller White Dial/ IWC Bronze Big Pilot/ Aquanautic Super King / Omega Ploprof 1200 / Graham Scarab Diver

2 July 2013, 05:16 AM	#29
Jsan20 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: James Location: Michigan Watch: 116613LB Posts: 861	I asked at the Wynn but was encouraged to take as many as I want. Attached Images

2 July 2013, 01:11 PM	#30
DJJon "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Jon Location: USA Watch: DJ - Need Sub Bad Posts: 1,889	I've had 2 ADs tell me no pictures, and one told me I had to move to a 'secure area in the back' which I did not do. Meanwhile I could try them on all I . Get this - the secure area AD had about 5 Rolexes out of the case at the time - go figure.

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