A Canadian Idiot's guide to buying a Rolex ?

[Tim Plains]

Originally Posted by Kerwi

You can call me stupid (It's an idiots guide) but i don't really know what this means. It reads very succinctly like a f*ck off.

That's not a F-off, look at it this way, it's closure. They didn't have to email you afterwards but did out of courtesy and I would rather deal with people like this who flat out say no with "regretfully" rather than someone who leads me on.

You could try following up with them a couple times a year when you're passing by the area, it wouldn't hurt to just stop in, ask how it's going and how the Rolex situation is, but don't get your hopes up. A BLRO is a very big ask, but you never know, and may get lucky.

Alternatively, maybe consider getting a "lesser" Rolex to start, it won't lose any money, or look to other brands. Tudor makes an excellent and similar GMT. Omega doesn't have a BLRO bezel but are just as good.

[Bond wears Rolex]

Originally Posted by Kerwi

Good Day everyone,

I am sure this topic has been discussed ad nauseam however my search has turned up dry.

I am a month away from my military retirement and I thought it would be an opportune time to treat myself to my first Rolex. (Don't let my account age fool you. I made this account very ambitiously in 2011)

The obstacles that stand in the way seem a little daunting because I do have PTSD and am no longer the sweetest and most outgoing person, specially in public.

I have called one AD in Toronto who told me to come in to try on a watch for the exhibition program but made it very clear that they do not have any watches for sale.

I live a little outside of Toronto (Prince Edward County) and as much as i'd love to just drive 4 hours to look at a watch I've known i wanted since 2011 it isn't really feasible to just get told that i can't put money down for one or have a chance at purchasing it.

A lot of the information here is geared at someone capable of going into multiple AD's and building rapport and those aren't things I'm going to become good at.

So i guess my question is.

Is there a point in further pursuing this ?

Or is the idea of purchasing a new Rolex in 2022 just too complicated for an idiot's guide ?

You want a Rolex aye

[sleepydoc]

I would not give up all hope. They may just be advising that you are not front of the line.

[LVx2]

IBTL

OP I believe you're better pivoting towards other, Rolex or other brand, options. A very tough market region combined with a top coveted piece and an admitted lack of hustle and unstoppable desire will likely doom your pepsi goal. Best of luck in any case.

[PSG]

I wouldn't let your situation put you off.

I have heard an ad say that someone on a list for 2 years with no spend might stand a chance if they are honest and friendly.

I'm not sure it will mean a gmt straight out but perhaps something to lead into that.

I extend my best wishes to your family in light of your service, I have a hundred family members out in your part of Canada.

[buffetwarren]

I would not be put off by that message. It is a standard reply. Just touch base with them every few months. You have nothing to lose other than the 30 seconds or so it'll take you to send a text message or email. The wait time for a Pepsi is years so just be patient.

[Roger Lococco]

Originally Posted by buffetwarren

I would not be put off by that message. It is a standard reply. Just touch base with them every few months. You have nothing to lose other than the 30 seconds or so it'll take you to send a text message or email. The wait time for a Pepsi is years so just be patient.

Exactly. He will have to be at the right place at the right time. But sending a monthly email reminder is very easy and requires no investment.


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[ArtNouveau]

Originally Posted by buffetwarren

I would not be put off by that message. It is a standard reply. Just touch base with them every few months. You have nothing to lose other than the 30 seconds or so it'll take you to send a text message or email. The wait time for a Pepsi is years so just be patient.

Me too. I didn’t interpret that as an outright rejection, just a “not now” as I’m quite sure they don’t have either watch in stock currently unallocated. Be patient OP and keep in touch, costs nothing to keep trying.

[CarlOver]

Originally Posted by Kerwi

Good Day everyone,

I am sure this topic has been discussed ad nauseam however my search has turned up dry.

I am a month away from my military retirement and I thought it would be an opportune time to treat myself to my first Rolex. (Don't let my account age fool you. I made this account very ambitiously in 2011)

The obstacles that stand in the way seem a little daunting because I do have PTSD and am no longer the sweetest and most outgoing person, specially in public.

I have called one AD in Toronto who told me to come in to try on a watch for the exhibition program but made it very clear that they do not have any watches for sale.

I live a little outside of Toronto (Prince Edward County) and as much as i'd love to just drive 4 hours to look at a watch I've known i wanted since 2011 it isn't really feasible to just get told that i can't put money down for one or have a chance at purchasing it.

A lot of the information here is geared at someone capable of going into multiple AD's and building rapport and those aren't things I'm going to become good at.

So i guess my question is.

Is there a point in further pursuing this ?

Or is the idea of purchasing a new Rolex in 2022 just too complicated for an idiot's guide ?

Seems like your current decisions are going to ensure you don’t get a watch from your AD. In a later post you said that you don’t want to pay a over MSRP. Take a trip with a friend or family member and hopefully you make a solid connection and then just wait for it to come it for you. Best to you!