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TheVTCGuy · 3 October 2009, 08:54 AM

Today, "My" AD had their anual Rolex event, with pre-loved, special deals, (free financing), Grail watches of every kind... I thought I had died and gone to heaven. They had THOUSANDS of Rolex's there! Ok, so I'm exagerating.... a bit.. but more then I've EVER seen. Bleow are some pictures, but that wasn't even HALF the number that was in the store! Here are some observations I made:

1. DJ II As some people have pointed out... it was underwhelming. The size seemed a bit awkward compared to the appearance of the watch, it felt OK, but the look was just so... so... "plain" is the only word I can use to describe it. I must be used to a busier dial of my Daytona and old GMT, but it just looked... Boring. Anyway, to me, a bit of a dissapointment.

2. GMT II-C. A FANTASTIC Watch. I don't think I have ever taken a close look at one before, but it felt great, looked awsome, and it sang... sang to me very loudly!

3. Day Date II. This Watch, was impressive. It has an excellent feel to it, worn on the wrist it just felt... sturdy. For some reason, the size seemed more appropiate on this then the DJ, maybe it's because there is more on the dial

Not completely my style, but a fantastic watch!

4. The new-Blue, White Gold Submariner. WOW! That is a stunning watch!!! It does take a bit of getting used to the new shade of blue, but give it a chance, when you see it in person it does grow on you after only a couple minutes. The AG felt sturdy, heavy, and excellently proportioned, ANOTHER Fantastic watch!

5. Rose Gold Daytona. First time I saw this in person. The color is more Copper then Rose-Gold. It was nice... but ... I guess you had to have the right skin tone to wear it. It looked awful on me... but someone with a lighter skin color it looked very nice.

I could go on all day, and they practically had to throw me out of the store, but it was such an enjoyable day I didn't want to leave!

For those of us in Southern California, tomorrow the show moves to La Jolla at Swiss Watch Co. They have always been very nice in there and I encourage anyone interested to check it out... I might spend the day there tomorrow myself! (On a serious note, if anyone is interested in purchasing from an AD, please give mine a chance, the people there are the best; I'll be glad to furnish contact information).

Yep, felt like I died and went to Heaven... I think I saw JJ with a pair of wings!

kcmo · 3 October 2009, 08:58 AM

WOW, Paul! I would have loved to have been there myself!

Amazing stock! The big question is....now that you've seen and ruled out the DJII, when are you pulling the trigger on that GMTII-C?????

snowbird · 3 October 2009, 10:27 AM

TheVTCGuy, just curious if the special deals included discounts from MSRP on new watches?

I have been to a few Ben Bridges and they've always said MSRP, unlike some other ADs that are more willing to deal - just wondering if you happened to ask about pricing?

AK Blackhawk · 3 October 2009, 10:31 AM

Very nice! If our BB had been more accomodating, they may have made a sale to me.

Wolfgang427 · 3 October 2009, 11:02 AM

Nice selection of stock.

TheVTCGuy · 3 October 2009, 11:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snowbird

TheVTCGuy, just curious if the special deals included discounts from MSRP on new watches?

I have been to a few Ben Bridges and they've always said MSRP, unlike some other ADs that are more willing to deal - just wondering if you happened to ask about pricing?

Snow, I can't give you specifics, but I know they have given discounts on occasion to people I have reffered there. If you're interested, I will be glad to give you the contact info, you never know and it's worth a call!

Rolesor · 3 October 2009, 11:08 AM

Excuse me while I wipe up my drool.....lol awesome!!

sea-dweller · 3 October 2009, 11:26 AM

Nice, thanks for sharing !!!

marshallr47 · 3 October 2009, 12:17 PM

That would have been awesome to attend. Thanks for sharing.

ocwatching · 3 October 2009, 12:37 PM

do you know if they are moving north to Orange County area?
THANKS!

therolexguy · 3 October 2009, 12:44 PM

So, what'da BUY!

snowbird · 3 October 2009, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ocwatchnewbie

do you know if they are moving north to Orange County area?
THANKS!

Yes, the BB at South Coast Plaza has a sign out front about this, can't remember the exact date for that location but I think next week or the following week.

dalip · 3 October 2009, 01:36 PM

WOW
would have been very hard for me to walk out of there with nothing....love your work

bodybump · 3 October 2009, 01:40 PM

why didnt you invite us paul...

JJ Irani · 3 October 2009, 02:02 PM

Nice one, Paul.

I'm glad you share the same views as me as far as the DJ-II is concerned - quite a disappointment.

It's the TT GMT-IIC you should be looking at, pal. You definitely won't be disappointed.

JJ

deserted · 3 October 2009, 02:06 PM

Reminds me of my AD in chicago......Stunning pieces , great selection.

mdtddd2007 · 3 October 2009, 02:56 PM

nice...thanks for sharing.

JediRolex · 3 October 2009, 03:09 PM

Great observations,

When I went to my local AD event last week, my thoughts where almost the same as yours on the blue WG Sub and Rose Daytona (really looked copper).

3 October 2009, 08:54 AM	#1
TheVTCGuy Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: San Diego Watch: 126619LB Posts: 21,540	Ben Bridge Rolex Event! Or: I Died and went to Heaven!!! Today, "My" AD had their anual Rolex event, with pre-loved, special deals, (free financing), Grail watches of every kind... I thought I had died and gone to heaven. They had THOUSANDS of Rolex's there! Ok, so I'm exagerating.... a bit.. but more then I've EVER seen. Bleow are some pictures, but that wasn't even HALF the number that was in the store! Here are some observations I made: 1. DJ II As some people have pointed out... it was underwhelming. The size seemed a bit awkward compared to the appearance of the watch, it felt OK, but the look was just so... so... "plain" is the only word I can use to describe it. I must be used to a busier dial of my Daytona and old GMT, but it just looked... Boring. Anyway, to me, a bit of a dissapointment. 2. GMT II-C. A FANTASTIC Watch. I don't think I have ever taken a close look at one before, but it felt great, looked awsome, and it sang... sang to me very loudly! 3. Day Date II. This Watch, was impressive. It has an excellent feel to it, worn on the wrist it just felt... sturdy. For some reason, the size seemed more appropiate on this then the DJ, maybe it's because there is more on the dial Not completely my style, but a fantastic watch! 4. The new-Blue, White Gold Submariner. WOW! That is a stunning watch!!! It does take a bit of getting used to the new shade of blue, but give it a chance, when you see it in person it does grow on you after only a couple minutes. The AG felt sturdy, heavy, and excellently proportioned, ANOTHER Fantastic watch! 5. Rose Gold Daytona. First time I saw this in person. The color is more Copper then Rose-Gold. It was nice... but ... I guess you had to have the right skin tone to wear it. It looked awful on me... but someone with a lighter skin color it looked very nice. I could go on all day, and they practically had to throw me out of the store, but it was such an enjoyable day I didn't want to leave! For those of us in Southern California, tomorrow the show moves to La Jolla at Swiss Watch Co. They have always been very nice in there and I encourage anyone interested to check it out... I might spend the day there tomorrow myself! (On a serious note, if anyone is interested in purchasing from an AD, please give mine a chance, the people there are the best; I'll be glad to furnish contact information). Yep, felt like I died and went to Heaven... I think I saw JJ with a pair of wings! Attached Images

3 October 2009, 11:26 AM	#8
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Nice, thanks for sharing !!! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

3 October 2009, 12:17 PM	#9
marshallr47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Ron Location: Alabama Watch: Daytona,TT Sub,GMT Posts: 4,673	That would have been awesome to attend. Thanks for sharing. __________________ Ron

3 October 2009, 12:37 PM	#10
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	do you know if they are moving north to Orange County area? THANKS! __________________ too much into watches...

3 October 2009, 01:36 PM	#13
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	WOW would have been very hard for me to walk out of there with nothing....love your work __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

3 October 2009, 08:58 AM	#2
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	WOW, Paul! I would have loved to have been there myself! Amazing stock! The big question is....now that you've seen and ruled out the DJII, when are you pulling the trigger on that GMTII-C?????

3 October 2009, 10:27 AM	#3
snowbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: USA Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 2,157	TheVTCGuy, just curious if the special deals included discounts from MSRP on new watches? I have been to a few Ben Bridges and they've always said MSRP, unlike some other ADs that are more willing to deal - just wondering if you happened to ask about pricing?

3 October 2009, 10:31 AM	#4
AK Blackhawk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Pete Location: Florida, USA Posts: 118	Very nice! If our BB had been more accomodating, they may have made a sale to me.

3 October 2009, 11:02 AM	#5
Wolfgang427 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Wolfgang Location: New Jersey. Watch: Rolex Tudor Omega Posts: 5,592	Nice selection of stock.

3 October 2009, 11:08 AM	#7
Rolesor "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Brandon Location: Toronto, ON Watch: 116234 Posts: 4,150	Excuse me while I wipe up my drool.....lol awesome!!

3 October 2009, 12:44 PM	#11
therolexguy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Todd Location: US Posts: 3,528	So, what'da BUY!

3 October 2009, 01:40 PM	#14
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	why didnt you invite us paul... __________________

3 October 2009, 02:02 PM	#15
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Nice one, Paul. I'm glad you share the same views as me as far as the DJ-II is concerned - quite a disappointment. It's the TT GMT-IIC you should be looking at, pal. You definitely won't be disappointed. JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

3 October 2009, 02:06 PM	#16
deserted Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: fort wayne IN Watch: Patek 1909003 Posts: 2,176	Reminds me of my AD in chicago......Stunning pieces , great selection.

3 October 2009, 02:56 PM	#17
mdtddd2007 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: U.S Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, GS Posts: 5,785	nice...thanks for sharing.

3 October 2009, 03:09 PM	#18
JediRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Derek Location: Chicago Watch: 114060 Posts: 447	Great observations, When I went to my local AD event last week, my thoughts where almost the same as yours on the blue WG Sub and Rose Daytona (really looked copper).

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