Newbie to AP - Pricing advice

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I’ve gotten tired of playing the waiting game for a Rolex, and can’t stomach paying the markup on the secondary market. I’ve had my eyes on a stainless royal oak for years now and I’m thinking of adding one to the collection.

I’m not very familiar with pricing though. Last time I tried one on was years ago when they were sold at Saks. A quick search of the forms showed that as of 2012 fairly sizable discounts were available. Any idea on whether this is still the case, or have they gone the way of Rolex with limited supply, no discounts, and customers having to try to gain favor with the AD?

Thanks!