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11 April 2020, 11:48 AM | #1 |
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Submariner Bluesy - Hard to get?? Should I buy or pass?
Curious if the Submariner Bluesy (ref 116613LB) is hard to get from AD? My AD has one right now, and I'm wondering if I should buy or pass?
This is a watch I really like, and would buy it to wear (I'm not planning to buy this for "investment"). However I budgeted to get the SS Daytona and GMT Pepsi first. Once I get those two, the Bluesy will be next to add to my collection. My question is are these easier to get from AD? So I pass up on this one, would I be able to get one in the future? NOTE: I will ONLY buy from AD, not looking at any grey sellers. Also, if anyone wants it right now, I'm happy to make the connection with my AD. Just PM me here. |
11 April 2020, 11:50 AM | #2 |
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Not hard to get at all. One of my favorites but low demand.
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11 April 2020, 11:52 AM | #3 |
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So you have a connection for a Bluesy and also want to know if they are hard to get?
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11 April 2020, 11:55 AM | #4 |
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The AD has it right now, but I have two other watches I want to buy first (by end of this year) before I buy this one. My question, is about how long is the wait if I wanted to get one later.
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11 April 2020, 11:57 AM | #5 |
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11 April 2020, 11:59 AM | #6 |
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The Rolex ref 116613LB, in my opinion is their iconic watch and is their bread and butter piece. That being said, I wouldn't jump on it right now especially given the climate we're currently in with the world's economy. Save the money and wait for the more "difficult" pieces. I don't think that the 116613LB will ever be a crazy difficult piece to get but I could be wrong. As of right now, supposedly Rolex, the company/manufacturer has everything shut down yet the Rolex dealers are now desperately trying to unload the once coveted "professional" series line.
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There’s a few listed on the forums for less than msrp so I’d say pretty easy to obtain. Watch market is getting much better as the flippers and culture vultures are moving on. The prices are coming down across the board |
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11 April 2020, 12:01 PM | #8 |
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The bluesy is not hard to get from an AD...if you’re able to score a GMT or Daytona from your rep you should have no problem landing another bluesy.
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11 April 2020, 12:02 PM | #9 |
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If you like it, buy it. Don’t hold your breath on a Daytona at msrp unless you have some serious connections. As for the GMT that might be a little more attainable but it will just take time or luck.
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11 April 2020, 12:30 PM | #10 |
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This, but I'll add I don't think the GMT Pepsi is attainable either without a very long wait, unless you have some serious history with this AD. You picked two models you'll likely be waiting a very long time for.
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11 April 2020, 12:32 PM | #11 |
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Very easy to get
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11 April 2020, 12:37 PM | #12 |
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Easy like Sunday morning
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11 April 2020, 01:25 PM | #13 |
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Agree. IMO if you have the money and you plan on buying the 3 watches within the year then I would suggest leveraging the Bluesy in a bundle for the SS GMT Pepsi and Daytona. In today’s climate most AD’s would be hard pressed to turn that down considering it’s a $37K spend.
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11 April 2020, 02:02 PM | #14 |
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Easy to get...great watch though
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11 April 2020, 02:11 PM | #15 |
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If you plan to only buying from AD, and you want a Pepsi, and Daytona in the future, then I suggest you buy the TT Sub now. You will establish buying history with AD, and he may appreciate you giving him cash during hard times.If you have connections, and don’t need buying history , then buy it from grey or used for under retail. Remember the movement in the Sub will be changed, so no need to hurry, these will be much cheaper from grey when this happens.
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11 April 2020, 02:18 PM | #16 | |
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11 April 2020, 02:20 PM | #17 |
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12 April 2020, 01:25 AM | #18 |
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Great watch, however keeping money in the pocket on these days greater...
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12 April 2020, 01:28 AM | #19 |
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Doesn't sound like your committed to the watch. I would pass.
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12 April 2020, 01:38 AM | #20 |
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Dos anyone think ADs will be offering discounts on the Bluesy? I love this watch but might wait a few months and see whats going on once people are back to work etc.
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12 April 2020, 01:38 AM | #21 |
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It's pretty easy to get so you best not buy it if you are that shallow.
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12 April 2020, 02:36 AM | #22 |
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Used ceramic bezel bluseys can be bought for $11k-$12.5k. And they're getting cheaper by the week.
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12 April 2020, 02:38 AM | #23 |
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One of the easiest sports models frankly, even easier than an EXP or EXP2 probably.
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12 April 2020, 02:40 AM | #24 |
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bluesy and smurf have been super easy to find even in the peak of the craziness. Absolutely not hard to find.
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12 April 2020, 04:01 AM | #25 |
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Thanks for the feedback. I'll hold out for now. I'm in no rush anyways and will get it later.
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12 April 2020, 04:13 AM | #26 |
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Funny thing about fomo, OP would have jumped on it if people told him the opposite.
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12 April 2020, 04:24 AM | #27 |
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12 April 2020, 06:24 AM | #28 | |
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One of my limited edition pieces took me 3 years to source, so I’m now doing more research when an opportunity comes up. Also, with today’s economic environment, I’m more cautious with my spending, just like many people. |
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12 April 2020, 06:25 AM | #29 |
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Not hard to get at all. I passed on one a few weeks ago, offered by an AD.
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12 April 2020, 06:35 AM | #30 |
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