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Diceman · 18 July 2022, 09:48 PM

Last week I got my OP41 blue after 8 month of waiting at my local AD. This is my first purchase at a AD. Which makes me really careful of the relation I have with them.

Now to my question, is it to early to email and ask them to put me on the list for a Datejust 41 with fluent bezel and mint green dial?

I really like my OP41 but as you guys know I need a grail watch as well ��
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Hazzyf · 18 July 2022, 09:52 PM

Not too early imo - they understand the game / waiting component. just mention it’s for another milestone you have coming up in next 6-12 months etc

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Rad22 · 18 July 2022, 09:55 PM

Not too early.

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Divingdeep87 · 18 July 2022, 09:56 PM

My AD always says “what’s next then” but no I don’t think it’s to early.

brandrea · 18 July 2022, 09:56 PM

Welcome to the forum. Of course, let them know you want to buy another

Old Expat Beast · 18 July 2022, 09:58 PM

For The Dice Man surely there can be only one solution.

travisb · 18 July 2022, 10:02 PM

Nothing wrong with asking.

Diceman · 18 July 2022, 10:06 PM

Thanks allot guys, feels great to be a part of this community

Diceman · 18 July 2022, 10:11 PM

How long would you estimate the waiting time?

gold&black · 18 July 2022, 10:16 PM

Never too early!

ogbeans · 18 July 2022, 10:20 PM

I got a sub in December 2021, then received the call for the BLNR in june.

My wife wasn’t happy but we still had to do what it do

Easy E · 18 July 2022, 10:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Diceman

How long would you estimate the waiting time?

Impossible for anyone here to say. You said the OP was 8 months, start with that.

gold&black · 18 July 2022, 10:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Diceman

How long would you estimate the waiting time?

It will vary from person to person. I will be putting this on the list shortly and estimate about 2 months

EagleBear · 18 July 2022, 11:02 PM

Never to early, if the funds and desire are there then pull the trigger on it. I still have a hard time getting used to the fact that “we” the consumer are made to feel the way you feel right now. So many thing are ass backwards these days having to feel awkward or concerned about “asking” if it’s ok to buy something from them. Crazy times init? Good luck to you Bud and don’t t trip on all that nonsense.

vesnyder · 18 July 2022, 11:09 PM

I had a similar concern after I got my latest Sub Bluesy in Ferbruary. After the announcement of the green GMT Lefty I knew it would be a long wait and put my name on the list. Always good to have a reason to reach out and keep my name in front of them.

Harry-57 · 18 July 2022, 11:17 PM

Congratulations on your OP.

Now that you have your first, it's not too early to be asking for the next watch. It's not like you're asking to be put on all their lists.

MTdweller · 18 July 2022, 11:38 PM

No, it’s not too early. These conversations come up naturally when you stop in and chat with your AD.

amh · 19 July 2022, 12:24 AM

Just don't wish for a GMT.

"Thanks for your purchase! Anything for your personal collection?"
"A GMT BLNR, please"
"Sorry - that model is not available..."

Hazzyf · 19 July 2022, 12:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EagleBear

So many thing are ass backwards these days having to feel awkward or concerned about “asking” if it’s ok to buy something from them

I struggle understanding this too. Rolex really have the dream business model

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EagleBear · 19 July 2022, 12:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hazzyf

I struggle with this too. Rolex really have the dream business model

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The struggle is real :)

mathewdale · 19 July 2022, 01:25 AM

Not early if $$ is available.

Ksbi · 19 July 2022, 01:31 AM

Not too early

JayHantz · 19 July 2022, 01:33 AM

Never to early!

Big Tex Rolex · 19 July 2022, 01:58 AM

After I bought my Bluesy this year (9 month wait), I went in a week later, to give my SA a gift … I showed her then pictures of 2 watches I would like to get next !!!

I have on my want list 5 watches … but I thought it would be best, at that time, to only ask for the 2 Daytonas I want most. Maybe asking for only 1 might be a better strategy, but I phrased it as an either or … “If you happen to get either of these two watches, I would love for you to think of me.”

San Andreas · 19 July 2022, 02:16 AM

Go for it

Trailboss516 · 19 July 2022, 02:17 AM

Not too early if you have the financial means to do so.

Rado63 · 19 July 2022, 02:40 AM

It never hurts to ask, but remember that the AD may or may not have the watch in the configuration you would like, and you have to wait. It is always possible they offer you some different configuration of the watch you want. They may even offer a different reference. They could also have the watch you want and present to you for purchase. Just prepare your response for these possible scenarios.

dannyp · 19 July 2022, 02:45 AM

No reason not to ask! Just make it clear that this is because you want to own two Rolexes, not because you immediately flipped the first for a profit. Something like a text with a photo of yours in a watch box, with an empty space next to it, and a caption with something like “I think it needs a friend, can you let me know when you have ________ available?”

Vince M. · 19 July 2022, 02:50 AM

I'm always asking. Once a month, give or take.

You · 19 July 2022, 03:16 AM

Not too early, get whatever you want and get added to the list.

18 July 2022, 09:48 PM	#1
Diceman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Sweden Posts: 6	To early for my second purchase? Last week I got my OP41 blue after 8 month of waiting at my local AD. This is my first purchase at a AD. Which makes me really careful of the relation I have with them. Now to my question, is it to early to email and ask them to put me on the list for a Datejust 41 with fluent bezel and mint green dial? I really like my OP41 but as you guys know I need a grail watch as well �� ��

18 July 2022, 09:55 PM	#3
Rad22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Mike! Location: Michigan Watch: Rolex Datejust 41 Posts: 971	Not too early. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 116610LV 116500LN, 116520 white 126334 Jubilee, fluted, rhodium+diamond 126710 BLRO 326934 Blue

18 July 2022, 09:58 PM	#6
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,826	For The Dice Man surely there can be only one solution. Attached Images __________________ _______________________

19 July 2022, 02:40 AM	#27
Rado63 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Alan Location: Northern, CA Watch: 116334 Posts: 2,215	It never hurts to ask, but remember that the AD may or may not have the watch in the configuration you would like, and you have to wait. It is always possible they offer you some different configuration of the watch you want. They may even offer a different reference. They could also have the watch you want and present to you for purchase. Just prepare your response for these possible scenarios. __________________ Rolex 116334 126600 228235

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18 July 2022, 09:52 PM	#2
Hazzyf "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2021 Location: London Posts: 24	Not too early imo - they understand the game / waiting component. just mention it’s for another milestone you have coming up in next 6-12 months etc Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

18 July 2022, 09:56 PM	#4
Divingdeep87 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 860	My AD always says “what’s next then” but no I don’t think it’s to early.

18 July 2022, 09:56 PM	#5
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,126	Welcome to the forum. Of course, let them know you want to buy another

18 July 2022, 10:02 PM	#7
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	Nothing wrong with asking.

18 July 2022, 10:06 PM	#8
Diceman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Sweden Posts: 6	Thanks allot guys, feels great to be a part of this community

18 July 2022, 10:11 PM	#9
Diceman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Sweden Posts: 6	How long would you estimate the waiting time?

18 July 2022, 10:16 PM	#10
gold&black "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: UK Posts: 359	Never too early!

18 July 2022, 10:20 PM	#11
ogbeans Banned Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: USA Posts: 195	I got a sub in December 2021, then received the call for the BLNR in june. My wife wasn’t happy but we still had to do what it do

18 July 2022, 11:02 PM	#14
EagleBear 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: So Cal Posts: 1,867	Never to early, if the funds and desire are there then pull the trigger on it. I still have a hard time getting used to the fact that “we” the consumer are made to feel the way you feel right now. So many thing are ass backwards these days having to feel awkward or concerned about “asking” if it’s ok to buy something from them. Crazy times init? Good luck to you Bud and don’t t trip on all that nonsense.

18 July 2022, 11:09 PM	#15
vesnyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Real Name: Vance Location: North Coast Watch: GMT II Posts: 1,572	I had a similar concern after I got my latest Sub Bluesy in Ferbruary. After the announcement of the green GMT Lefty I knew it would be a long wait and put my name on the list. Always good to have a reason to reach out and keep my name in front of them.

18 July 2022, 11:17 PM	#16
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 10,681	Congratulations on your OP. Now that you have your first, it's not too early to be asking for the next watch. It's not like you're asking to be put on all their lists.

18 July 2022, 11:38 PM	#17
MTdweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Ty Location: West Coast Watch: the time fly! Posts: 1,493	No, it’s not too early. These conversations come up naturally when you stop in and chat with your AD.

19 July 2022, 12:24 AM	#18
amh "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: Various Posts: 5,082	Just don't wish for a GMT. "Thanks for your purchase! Anything for your personal collection?" "A GMT BLNR, please" "Sorry - *that* model is not available..."

19 July 2022, 01:25 AM	#21
mathewdale Banned Join Date: Jan 2021 Real Name: Mathew Location: USA Watch: HULK Posts: 173	Not early if $$ is available.

19 July 2022, 01:31 AM	#22
Ksbi Banned Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Usa Watch: On my wrist Posts: 207	Not too early

19 July 2022, 01:33 AM	#23
JayHantz 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Texas Watch: @Escapementt Posts: 9,844	Never to early!

19 July 2022, 01:58 AM	#24
Big Tex Rolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 1,574	After I bought my Bluesy this year (9 month wait), I went in a week later, to give my SA a gift … I showed her then pictures of 2 watches I would like to get next !!! I have on my want list 5 watches … but I thought it would be best, at that time, to only ask for the 2 Daytonas I want most. Maybe asking for only 1 might be a better strategy, but I phrased it as an either or … “If you happen to get either of these two watches, I would love for you to think of me.”

19 July 2022, 02:16 AM	#25
San Andreas "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: N/A Posts: 17	Go for it

19 July 2022, 02:17 AM	#26
Trailboss516 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: In denial Watch: It's complicated Posts: 1,620	Not too early if you have the financial means to do so.

19 July 2022, 02:45 AM	#28
dannyp Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: usa Posts: 6,765	No reason not to ask! Just make it clear that this is because you want to own two Rolexes, not because you immediately flipped the first for a profit. Something like a text with a photo of yours in a watch box, with an empty space next to it, and a caption with something like “I think it needs a friend, can you let me know when you have ________ available?”

19 July 2022, 02:50 AM	#29
Vince M. Banned Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: LA Watch: Meteorite Posts: 615	I'm always asking. Once a month, give or take.

19 July 2022, 03:16 AM	#30
You "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Watch: Platinum Daytona Posts: 785	Not too early, get whatever you want and get added to the list.

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