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yxc145 · 2 May 2018, 01:45 AM

Hi All

As we know, some AD are starting to get the BASEL models to show their potential customers. Are those watches ROLEX owned demo that need to be returned or they are for the AD to keep and are eventually for sale to public?

Also, does every AD get those "demo" watches or only the boutique and larger ADs?

Swiss Mad! · 2 May 2018, 01:58 AM

As far as I know the Basel watches 'tour' the AD's.
The watches themselves have dummy movements or are locked some how so don't actually work.
You will notice in any pictures people post of them they are set at 'Rolex' time 10:10:32 & date on 28.
Not sure if every AD gets them automatically or has to book them, all I know is my AD's preview evening isn't until October..

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Friar · 2 May 2018, 02:46 AM

One of our Portland AD's has the evening in June. Was in yesterday killing time and admiring. Saw lots of TTs and a couple Milgauss, an Air-King but no Subs or Explorers.

rfatm3f · 2 May 2018, 02:58 AM

Definitely not all ADs

enjoythemusic · 2 May 2018, 03:07 AM

My local Mall store AD seems to not get anything from their corporate office with promos like this. Guess this location is a bastard child of the overall chain store bureaucracy??? Ah well, am still holding out hope they can finally come through with a SS Pepsi after two complete misses from them previously.

Amex4711 · 2 May 2018, 03:08 AM

I'm waiting for the invitation from my AD

tyler1980 · 2 May 2018, 03:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yxc145

As we know, some AD are starting to get the BASEL models to show their potential customers.

i reject the premise... its not for potential AD customers. Its to show grey dealer customers the watches in person first so they can line up to pay over retail. Its a lot of money to spend sight unseen.

Not all AD's get the demo models but most of the big ones do and in major cities.

travisb · 2 May 2018, 03:15 AM

Not all ADs get them. Mainly larger and chain ADs. Non functioning models and they are passed on to the next AD after their event.

Cyclops888 · 2 May 2018, 03:16 AM

I live in Europe and invited for end of May.
Last year they had real working pieces of SD43 and were all in stickers/seals (ready for sale) after the vipnights.

T01 · 2 May 2018, 03:35 AM

I do not believe it's all ADs, I'd guess only higher volume stores and boutiques.

HogwldFLTR · 2 May 2018, 03:52 AM

Definitely not; only the larger ADs.

Easy E · 2 May 2018, 04:02 AM

I was invited to a "Rolex Party" (last night)with my preferred AD, which is no where close to me geographically so I was unable to attend. I asked my rep to shoot me a couple of pics of the BLRO and he responded saying they won't have the samples, not that kind of party. So, for sure not all ADs get the demos.

E-

yxc145 · 2 May 2018, 06:38 AM

So they are non-working demo that go on tour. ok. that make sense now. thanks guys.

Art 1 · 2 May 2018, 07:25 AM

What's the point.

siempreko · 2 May 2018, 07:35 AM

Bummer... I would not be excited to see a non working demo...

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Dirt · 2 May 2018, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by siempreko

Bummer... I would not be excited to see a non working demo...

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Yes but you still get to try them on and have an opportunity to show an expression of interest to get on the list.
It's just a part of the process to build the relationships required with the dealer and to get your shot at the hot SS models when they become available.

Just imagine how excited you will be when actually handling the real thing after getting "The Call"

American Jedi · 3 May 2018, 01:54 AM

My regular AD is not, and I believe it has something to do with the cost of throwing the party. Makes sense since he can't get enough to meet demand anyway. However another AD that I have a relationship with invited me just a few miles away. Late June for me.

RolexNorth · 3 May 2018, 11:31 AM

I attended the Rolex Event at my AD last night. It was a great event!!!! Lot's of fun looking at all the new Rolex models as well as the new Tudor stuff. It's been said correctly, none of the watches had movements in them. The hands were all set at 10 and 2.

Guess which watch got the most attention? Yep, the Pepsi on the jubilee.

My thoughts on it? Kind of small and nothing special. Everyone else sure thought differently thought.

brandrea · 3 May 2018, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Swiss Mad!

As far as I know the Basel watches 'tour' the AD's.
The watches themselves have dummy movements or are locked some how so don't actually work.
You will notice in any pictures people post of them they are set at 'Rolex' time 10:10:32 & date on 28.
Not sure if every AD gets them automatically or has to book them, all I know is my AD's preview evening isn't until October..

️

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Tomorrow night here

Mad Dog · 3 May 2018, 12:06 PM

My AD here in Chicago has their event on May 21st. I hope I can make it.

Uppersouth · 3 May 2018, 01:21 PM

I think the event expenses are paid by the local participating AD. Not that all AD’s have the opportunity, but believe those that do have the option to have the event or not. I’m sure the boutiques don’t have a choice to opt out. Someone correct me if I’m wrong please.

Swiss Mad! · 3 May 2018, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

Tomorrow night here

Cool
Don't forget to post plenty of pics...

Would be nice to get some feed back on the RG TT GMT if poss?
Cheers Brian

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brandrea · 3 May 2018, 07:33 PM

Will do

Quote:

Originally Posted by Swiss Mad!

Cool
Don't forget to post plenty of pics...

Would be nice to get some feed back on the RG TT GMT if poss?
Cheers Brian

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Andad · 3 May 2018, 08:06 PM

Is it a fake if it has no movement??

tng11 · 3 May 2018, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

Tomorrow night here

See you there tonight Brian!

piratepress · 4 May 2018, 02:20 AM

My AD has eight stores over three states, but they never hold a Basel preview. Really disappointed as I was hoping to try on a new SS Pepsi.

AK797 · 4 May 2018, 02:58 AM

If your AD doesn't get any, it means they have been naughty flippers so give them a damn good spanking next time you go in, from all of us.

TheRolexKingofLV · 4 May 2018, 03:13 AM

I'll be at The Wynn Basel Release Saturday night!

BNA/LION · 4 May 2018, 03:24 AM

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Originally Posted by TheRolexKingofLV

I'll be at The Wynn Basel Release Saturday night!

Looking forward to pictures and your impression/review of the new Pepsi. I'm really interested in it and would love an opportunity to hold/wear one.

2 May 2018, 01:45 AM	#1
yxc145 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: David Location: Chicago Watch: SkyD,JC, BLNR, Ex2 Posts: 1,578	Does every AD get the Basel watches to show customers? Hi All As we know, some AD are starting to get the BASEL models to show their potential customers. Are those watches ROLEX owned demo that need to be returned or they are for the AD to keep and are eventually for sale to public? Also, does every AD get those "demo" watches or only the boutique and larger ADs?

2 May 2018, 01:58 AM	#2
Swiss Mad! "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Max Location: UK Watch: Various Posts: 3,727	As far as I know the Basel watches 'tour' the AD's. The watches themselves have dummy movements or are locked some how so don't actually work. You will notice in any pictures people post of them they are set at 'Rolex' time 10:10:32 & date on 28. Not sure if every AD gets them automatically or has to book them, all I know is my AD's preview evening isn't until October..️ Sent from my Moto G (5) using Tapatalk __________________ instagram: max.parkin

2 May 2018, 03:07 AM	#5
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,176	My local Mall store AD seems to not get anything from their corporate office with promos like this. Guess this location is a bastard child of the overall chain store bureaucracy??? Ah well, am still holding out hope they can finally come through with a SS Pepsi after two complete misses from them previously. __________________ __________________ ----> Was Great Seeing Everyone At The TRF December 9 Tampa Meetup <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=968133 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

2 May 2018, 03:08 AM	#6
Amex4711 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Thomas Location: Germany Watch: yes of course Posts: 1,889	I'm waiting for the invitation from my AD __________________ current Rolex collection: to much......

2 May 2018, 03:52 AM	#11
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,693	Definitely not; only the larger ADs. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

2 May 2018, 02:46 AM	#3
Friar "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Gary Location: Oregon Watch: 214270 216570 Posts: 707	One of our Portland AD's has the evening in June. Was in yesterday killing time and admiring. Saw lots of TTs and a couple Milgauss, an Air-King but no Subs or Explorers.

2 May 2018, 02:58 AM	#4
rfatm3f "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: NY Posts: 370	Definitely not all ADs

2 May 2018, 03:15 AM	#8
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	Not all ADs get them. Mainly larger and chain ADs. Non functioning models and they are passed on to the next AD after their event.

2 May 2018, 03:16 AM	#9
Cyclops888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Europe Posts: 320	I live in Europe and invited for end of May. Last year they had real working pieces of SD43 and were all in stickers/seals (ready for sale) after the vipnights.

2 May 2018, 03:35 AM	#10
T01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: T Location: AZ, NV, CA Posts: 6,490	I do not believe it's all ADs, I'd guess only higher volume stores and boutiques.

2 May 2018, 04:02 AM	#12
Easy E 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: GA Posts: 5,078	I was invited to a "Rolex Party" (last night)with my preferred AD, which is no where close to me geographically so I was unable to attend. I asked my rep to shoot me a couple of pics of the BLRO and he responded saying they won't have the samples, not that kind of party. So, for sure not all ADs get the demos. E-

2 May 2018, 06:38 AM	#13
yxc145 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: David Location: Chicago Watch: SkyD,JC, BLNR, Ex2 Posts: 1,578	So they are non-working demo that go on tour. ok. that make sense now. thanks guys.

2 May 2018, 07:25 AM	#14
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	What's the point.

2 May 2018, 07:35 AM	#15
siempreko "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Maryland, USA Watch: Sometimes Posts: 1,197	Bummer... I would not be excited to see a non working demo... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 May 2018, 01:54 AM	#17
American Jedi Banned Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: HMFIC Location: Ubiquitous Watch: Rollie’s and JLC Posts: 415	My regular AD is not, and I believe it has something to do with the cost of throwing the party. Makes sense since he can't get enough to meet demand anyway. However another AD that I have a relationship with invited me just a few miles away. Late June for me.

3 May 2018, 11:31 AM	#18
RolexNorth Banned Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Toronto Watch: YM2SS,SD43,HULK Posts: 558	I attended the Rolex Event at my AD last night. It was a great event!!!! Lot's of fun looking at all the new Rolex models as well as the new Tudor stuff. It's been said correctly, none of the watches had movements in them. The hands were all set at 10 and 2. Guess which watch got the most attention? Yep, the Pepsi on the jubilee. My thoughts on it? Kind of small and nothing special. Everyone else sure thought differently thought.

3 May 2018, 12:06 PM	#20
Mad Dog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: Chris Location: Chicago Posts: 165	My AD here in Chicago has their event on May 21st. I hope I can make it.

3 May 2018, 01:21 PM	#21
Uppersouth 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Lee Location: Kentucky Watch: SWISS Posts: 1,564	I think the event expenses are paid by the local participating AD. Not that all AD’s have the opportunity, but believe those that do have the option to have the event or not. I’m sure the boutiques don’t have a choice to opt out. Someone correct me if I’m wrong please. __________________ Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. -ROBERT FROST

3 May 2018, 08:06 PM	#24
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,526	Is it a fake if it has no movement?? __________________ E

4 May 2018, 02:20 AM	#26
piratepress "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Mobile, AL Watch: BLNR Posts: 748	My AD has eight stores over three states, but they never hold a Basel preview. Really disappointed as I was hoping to try on a new SS Pepsi.

4 May 2018, 02:58 AM	#27
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	If your AD doesn't get any, it means they have been naughty flippers so give them a damn good spanking next time you go in, from all of us.

4 May 2018, 03:13 AM	#28
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	I'll be at The Wynn Basel Release Saturday night! __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

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