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KBM · 1 May 2011, 07:58 AM

Evening, gals and guys,

I have gathered from a previous thread that Wempe is one of the nicest ADs in NY to buy a Rolex from.

Has anyone had any experience with them in negotiating discounts? I intend to pay cash and would like to know what my chances are before contacting them or showing up at the store (planning to buy either a SS black Sub C or a DSSD).

As I am from abroad, my time frame for negotiation will only be the period I'll be in NY (4 days), and I'll be sightseeing as well so really needed to go in the store with the cash and come out with the watch - don't really want to spend too much time negotiating - as much as buying the watch is important for me, getting to know the city is as well.

I am also open to other suggestions of ADs, although it seems that customer service in Wempe is better than Torneau (are there other ADs in the area? The dealer locator on Rolex website only allows me to search in Brazil

)

As usual, your help is much appreciated!

Abid · 1 May 2011, 08:16 AM

Well, I'm not too familiar with ADs in NY. But on the Rolex website when searching for an AD just put a random zip code from NYC and see all the AD that pop up. Other then that I can be much of an assistance. But good luck!

hsfrank · 1 May 2011, 08:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Abid

Well, I'm not too familiar with ADs in NY. But on the Rolex website when searching for an AD just put a random zip code from NYC and see all the AD that pop up. Other then that I can be much of an assistance. But good luck!

Besides Tourneau and Wempe there is:

WILLIAM BARTHMAN JEWELERS

176 Broadway
New York 10038
New York
United States

Tel: +1 212-732-0890

FremStar · 1 May 2011, 08:33 AM

Kaue when I was younger my dad purchaed a piece from a gent named Henning who is no longer there. I have dealt with Thomas Wimmer who is at the NYC location and there are very slight discountss to be had should you pay cash... Good luck and keep us posted on what you decide!

KBM · 1 May 2011, 08:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hsfrank

Besides Tourneau and Wempe there is:

WILLIAM BARTHMAN JEWELERS

176 Broadway
New York 10038
New York
United States

Tel: +1 212-732-0890

Thanks! have you dealt with them before?

KBM · 1 May 2011, 08:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FremStar

Kaue when I was younger my dad purchaed a piece from a gent named Henning who is no longer there. I have dealt with Thomas Wimmer who is at the NYC location and there are very slight discountss to be had should you pay cash... Good luck and keep us posted on what you decide!

Many thanks, Sam!

FremStar · 1 May 2011, 08:36 AM

Herbert good point... William Bartham is near my office in the city, Connie is the person Kaue should see if he decides to go there, the selection there is not as extensive, however, they are knowledgeable... Once again the discounts to be had will be very slim! There is also Tourneau where I believe Rolex has clamped down on them offering anything in terms of savings off retail.

Tk52174 · 1 May 2011, 08:45 AM

WILLIAM BARTHMAN offer me 20% off a air king, but tried to sale me a discountinued 16660 $600 over list.

KBM · 1 May 2011, 08:46 AM

Ads in New Jersey would be ok too! Do you think I could have better luck there?

pmb600 · 1 May 2011, 08:53 AM

Wempe will give better discounts than Tourneau. Can't say for a Sub, but they were willing to discount 12% off a two-tone Datejust. ADs in NJ would be generally better, but you need to pick the smaller non-chain stores to get the best discount.

Tk52174 · 1 May 2011, 08:56 AM

Try Lee Perla at the shops at riverside square NJ. I have got discount on a Dssd.

KBM · 1 May 2011, 09:13 AM

Thanks for the suggestions so far, guys, I'll be sure to check them out.

clarencek · 1 May 2011, 10:15 AM

Depending on the model they will give a discount. Just be nice, professional and negotiate. I rarely buy from retailers but I only buy from them in the city as they have excellent customer service.

Mockingbird · 1 May 2011, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hsfrank

Besides Tourneau and Wempe there is:

WILLIAM BARTHMAN JEWELERS

176 Broadway
New York 10038
New York
United States

Tel: +1 212-732-0890

I've had bad experiences there. Do not recommend it.

Wempe is great, although a bit stingy on the discounts. It depends on the brand though.

rr-nyc · 1 May 2011, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kauebm

Thanks! have you dealt with them before?

I've dealt with William Bartham in the past. They're more open to discounting than Tourneau but I have no experience with Wempe. Cash is king so I'm sure they won't turn any reasonable deal away

unclesallie · 1 May 2011, 11:06 AM

Kaue: NY is a great place to be/party/indulge. Tough place to get a good deal, even for cash. PM sent with some suggestions/alternatives. Good luck!

OneilC · 1 May 2011, 11:20 AM

I recently purchased my DJ II from Connie at William Barthman and had a favorable experience. They will take care of you.

Also at Wempe there is a fine salesman named Jules who is a pleasure to deal with. I am unsure of what discounts they offer but you will be treated well.

Best of luck

sportsmaven20 · 1 May 2011, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kauebm

Ads in New Jersey would be ok too! Do you think I could have better luck there?

I've not dealt with them personally, but I've seen from some very favorable comments on TRF about Morre Lyons in Clifton, NJ.

HL65 · 1 May 2011, 11:52 AM

Wempe a tough place to get a discount--high rent district!!

Art 1 · 1 May 2011, 12:01 PM

Never bought from Wempe but was treated nice and really liked the store.

KBM · 1 May 2011, 05:06 PM

Thank you very much guys, this is all great information.

Kauê

1 May 2011, 07:58 AM	#1
KBM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,460	Wempe Jewellers in NYC Evening, gals and guys, I have gathered from a previous thread that Wempe is one of the nicest ADs in NY to buy a Rolex from. Has anyone had any experience with them in negotiating discounts? I intend to pay cash and would like to know what my chances are before contacting them or showing up at the store (planning to buy either a SS black Sub C or a DSSD). As I am from abroad, my time frame for negotiation will only be the period I'll be in NY (4 days), and I'll be sightseeing as well so really needed to go in the store with the cash and come out with the watch - don't really want to spend too much time negotiating - as much as buying the watch is important for me, getting to know the city is as well. I am also open to other suggestions of ADs, although it seems that customer service in Wempe is better than Torneau (are there other ADs in the area? The dealer locator on Rolex website only allows me to search in Brazil ) As usual, your help is much appreciated!

1 May 2011, 11:52 AM	#19
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,006	Wempe a tough place to get a discount--high rent district!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

1 May 2011, 08:16 AM	#2
Abid "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Las Vegas, NV Watch: 16610LV Posts: 466	Well, I'm not too familiar with ADs in NY. But on the Rolex website when searching for an AD just put a random zip code from NYC and see all the AD that pop up. Other then that I can be much of an assistance. But good luck!

1 May 2011, 08:33 AM	#4
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	Kaue when I was younger my dad purchaed a piece from a gent named Henning who is no longer there. I have dealt with Thomas Wimmer who is at the NYC location and there are very slight discountss to be had should you pay cash... Good luck and keep us posted on what you decide!

1 May 2011, 08:36 AM	#7
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	Herbert good point... William Bartham is near my office in the city, Connie is the person Kaue should see if he decides to go there, the selection there is not as extensive, however, they are knowledgeable... Once again the discounts to be had will be very slim! There is also Tourneau where I believe Rolex has clamped down on them offering anything in terms of savings off retail.

1 May 2011, 08:45 AM	#8
Tk52174 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Victor wong Location: New York Watch: 16710 pepsi 116520 Posts: 112	WILLIAM BARTHMAN offer me 20% off a air king, but tried to sale me a discountinued 16660 $600 over list.

1 May 2011, 08:46 AM	#9
KBM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,460	Ads in New Jersey would be ok too! Do you think I could have better luck there?

1 May 2011, 08:53 AM	#10
pmb600 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Paul Location: Atlanta Watch: 116201, 116610LV Posts: 88	Wempe will give better discounts than Tourneau. Can't say for a Sub, but they were willing to discount 12% off a two-tone Datejust. ADs in NJ would be generally better, but you need to pick the smaller non-chain stores to get the best discount.

1 May 2011, 08:56 AM	#11
Tk52174 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Victor wong Location: New York Watch: 16710 pepsi 116520 Posts: 112	Try Lee Perla at the shops at riverside square NJ. I have got discount on a Dssd.

1 May 2011, 09:13 AM	#12
KBM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,460	Thanks for the suggestions so far, guys, I'll be sure to check them out.

1 May 2011, 10:15 AM	#13
clarencek "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 400	Depending on the model they will give a discount. Just be nice, professional and negotiate. I rarely buy from retailers but I only buy from them in the city as they have excellent customer service.

1 May 2011, 11:06 AM	#16
unclesallie 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: dan Location: Pennsylvania Watch: keystone pocket Posts: 5,917	Kaue: NY is a great place to be/party/indulge. Tough place to get a good deal, even for cash. PM sent with some suggestions/alternatives. Good luck!

1 May 2011, 11:20 AM	#17
OneilC "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: New York Posts: 43	I recently purchased my DJ II from Connie at William Barthman and had a favorable experience. They will take care of you. Also at Wempe there is a fine salesman named Jules who is a pleasure to deal with. I am unsure of what discounts they offer but you will be treated well. Best of luck

1 May 2011, 12:01 PM	#20
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Never bought from Wempe but was treated nice and really liked the store.

1 May 2011, 05:06 PM	#21
KBM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,460	Thank you very much guys, this is all great information. Kauê

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