DJ-36 Intent to Purchase- Thoughts?

[Tuzz313]

Hello all new to the forum. I have always admired rolex watches and luckily have reached the point where I am ready to purchase. I have been researching diligently and decided on a DJ 36 Ref. 126234 with Blue Baton and Jubilee bracelet. After researching and learning about the current state of the market with gray prices for this model 25-30 % above MSRP I simply decided I would not be willing to may the premium.

I went to multiple ADs in my area and nothing seemed to promising. One told me they were not taking more on the "list" and one just didn't seem it was in the cards for me. The third one I contacted said sure we can put an 'intent to purchase' for the exact model I wanted but they said it could be a few months. They seemed really positive and I was excited to get such a response so I put 20 % down for the watch.

Does anyone have any experience with 'intent to purchase'?
Did you get the watch in a reasonable time or did it feel like you were simply being taken advantage of by the AD to give them an interest free loan?

Overall I am ok with it even if it takes up to a year but will feel better once it is on my wrist.

I love reading the posts on this forum as they have been helpful in my search and look forward to contributing in the future.

-Tuzz313