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jcay · 14 March 2008, 10:21 AM

Hi,
I am going to buy a watch for the first time in my life and i thought the best way to start was with a rolex!
Where shall i buy my rolex? I went to official dealers but also non official one. I also checked prices on internet.
My choice would go for a non-official dealer: I can see the watch and it is cheaper than in an official dealer.
I am waiting for advise. Please let me know what do you think and why.
Thank you in advance.

VESUVIO · 14 March 2008, 10:40 AM

If you are looking for a brand new watch, get it from a authorized AD. Yes, you will pay a bit more, but that extra cash is peace of mind.

SPACE-DWELLER · 14 March 2008, 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VESUVIO

If you are looking for a brand new watch, get it from a authorized AD. Yes, you will pay a bit more, but that extra cash is peace of mind.

You said it, Tony!

Unless you know exactly what to look for in order not to be scammed, better go for an official AD deal!

Welcome to TRF!

johnnybravo1210 · 14 March 2008, 10:53 AM

YES YES YES if you are going to buy a Rolex as your first watch you want to make sure that you are happy with it and the best way to do that is thru an AD. I can give you some hints though. It takes a little longer but can sure save in the long run. PM me if you want.

haakon59 · 14 March 2008, 10:54 AM

Rolex is one of the most copied brands in the world, so given you are not an expert, I would go with the AD. Yes, it will cost you a bit more, but at least you will have confidence you have purchased the genuine article.

ROLEX MAN · 14 March 2008, 11:03 AM

You could be Buying a fake or damn good replica if it's not from an AD!

Dont risk it, if you cannot tell the differance, I am Rolex mad for at least 25 years and know a lot, but I have seen replicas that made my head spin and accepted them as the real thing!

jcay · 14 March 2008, 11:16 AM

ok, thanks a lot for your advice. It is about a $1000 dollars more expensive between official and non-offcial for the explorer1. And so far i have not found any milgauss in official dealer. I understood after few weeks that the Milgauss is difficult to find but in unoffcial dealer they could get it pretty easily...
Are there differences in prices between official AD's? Do you have any idea how or where i could find the milgauss in an official dealer in chicago or nearby?

Tombstone · 14 March 2008, 11:17 AM

Jcay,
Welcome to the forum you made a great choice to buy a Rolex. I would be very careful with any dealings from a non-authorized Rolex dealer(s). You never know what you are going to get. This forum has many tales of people buying used Rolex getting ripped off, buying Franken watches (Rolex watches make up of a collection of Rolex parts.) buying fake Rolex watches or watches that were not up to Rolex standards.

If you buy from an authorized Rolex dealer you get the peace of mind that you have a two year warrantee from Rolex not some guy/gal who sales Rolex used as a non-dealer who can not give your Rolex the service that Rolex demands should your Rolex require it. Rolex warrantees are not transferable to anyone but the original purchaser. You may save a little money but in the long run do you want a Rolex you know nothing about? Or a new Rolex with you as the sole owner who can guarantee nothing unethical has occurred with the watch? In the long run you must do what is best for you good luck when you buy your Rolex please post a few photos.

East Bay Rider · 14 March 2008, 12:33 PM

Save longer if you must but buy your new watch from an Authorized Distributer (AD).

krattzz · 14 March 2008, 12:39 PM

Welcome and AD is my advise to you.

tinknock71 · 14 March 2008, 01:08 PM

Also you can try the sales forums on this board, I have seen some really good

deals there, or post what your looking for and your price range. Just ask for

lots of referals. There is a lot of good honest people here that will help you

out.

And welcome to the forums

chevycorvette · 14 March 2008, 01:32 PM

Ad

Texsubmariner · 14 March 2008, 01:50 PM

I prefer ADs, but the recent price hike is making me think twice. If you are still unfamiliar with Rolex, it's best to have ease of mind and buy from AD. Some ADs are more willing to discount than others, and you just have to pound the pavement finding one. Also, a few members here can refer you to ADs that are willing to ship the watch to you out of state, saving you on tax.

Lastly, if you want decent discounts, look at Alan Furman and Swiss Luxury on the web. Buying from non-ADs will void the warranty, which is good for 2 years. After 2 years, it does not matter since everyone pays for Rolex service.

norituck · 14 March 2008, 04:00 PM

I bought from an AD and I paid about list. I have just sceen too many fakes and didn't want to take a chance. Maybe I'll be a little more daring for my 2nd one.

cmr · 14 March 2008, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jcay

ok, thanks a lot for your advice. It is about a $1000 dollars more expensive between official and non-offcial for the explorer1. And so far i have not found any milgauss in official dealer. I understood after few weeks that the Milgauss is difficult to find but in unoffcial dealer they could get it pretty easily...
Are there differences in prices between official AD's? Do you have any idea how or where i could find the milgauss in an official dealer in chicago or nearby?

i bought my gmt2c from my ad because they gave me the best price but i bought my wifes platinum yacht master from swiss luxury and save a ton of money. it was brand new in the box with the protective stickers in place, all the proper papers, manuals and packaging. from now on i will buy grey market unless the ad meets or beats the price including tax.

etp095 · 14 March 2008, 06:07 PM

I've bought mine from an ad,4 in the last 2 months.he gives me killer deals,gotta slow down.good thing I'm not married,I'd be divorced by now.

mickeydainish · 14 March 2008, 06:25 PM

Wow... 4 in the last 2 months... no wunda he gives you killer deals.. Good one mate :-)

Hi Jcay... I am also lookin at my first rolex purchase... and I know that there are lotza gr8 deals out there.....MOST of the time. Why put yourself at risk if you have no Rolex experience like me...! JMHO.

Good luck and post pics..

:-)

Dan Pierce · 14 March 2008, 10:25 PM

J,
Welcome to TRF!

As one who has only purchased "preloved" Rolex watches with great success I have to agree with everyone here. If it's your first Rolex paying more at an AD is money well spent.

Rolex makes about 800,000 watches per year. 5 million fake Rolex watches are made each year as well.

Good luck and keep us posted,
dP

14 March 2008, 10:21 AM	#1
jcay "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chicago Posts: 12	Where to buy a rolex? Hi, I am going to buy a watch for the first time in my life and i thought the best way to start was with a rolex! Where shall i buy my rolex? I went to official dealers but also non official one. I also checked prices on internet. My choice would go for a non-official dealer: I can see the watch and it is cheaper than in an official dealer. I am waiting for advise. Please let me know what do you think and why. Thank you in advance.

14 March 2008, 10:40 AM	#2
VESUVIO "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: TONY Location: Miami, FL Watch: DAYTONA SS Posts: 210	If you are looking for a brand new watch, get it from a authorized AD. Yes, you will pay a bit more, but that extra cash is peace of mind. __________________ Daytona SS (White Dial) Explorer II (Black dial) Panerai 27 C

14 March 2008, 11:17 AM	#8
Tombstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: LV, NV Watch: LV Sub and others Posts: 2,689	Jcay, Welcome to the forum you made a great choice to buy a Rolex. I would be very careful with any dealings from a non-authorized Rolex dealer(s). You never know what you are going to get. This forum has many tales of people buying used Rolex getting ripped off, buying Franken watches (Rolex watches make up of a collection of Rolex parts.) buying fake Rolex watches or watches that were not up to Rolex standards. If you buy from an authorized Rolex dealer you get the peace of mind that you have a two year warrantee from Rolex not some guy/gal who sales Rolex used as a non-dealer who can not give your Rolex the service that Rolex demands should your Rolex require it. Rolex warrantees are not transferable to anyone but the original purchaser. You may save a little money but in the long run do you want a Rolex you know nothing about? Or a new Rolex with you as the sole owner who can guarantee nothing unethical has occurred with the watch? In the long run you must do what is best for you good luck when you buy your Rolex please post a few photos. __________________ Always working...by choice

14 March 2008, 12:33 PM	#9
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,073	Save longer if you must but buy your new watch from an Authorized Distributer (AD). __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

14 March 2008, 01:50 PM	#13
Texsubmariner "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Khanh Location: Texas Watch: SSGMTc Posts: 1,227	I prefer ADs, but the recent price hike is making me think twice. If you are still unfamiliar with Rolex, it's best to have ease of mind and buy from AD. Some ADs are more willing to discount than others, and you just have to pound the pavement finding one. Also, a few members here can refer you to ADs that are willing to ship the watch to you out of state, saving you on tax. Lastly, if you want decent discounts, look at Alan Furman and Swiss Luxury on the web. Buying from non-ADs will void the warranty, which is good for 2 years. After 2 years, it does not matter since everyone pays for Rolex service. __________________ Sea Dweller M series SS GMT IIc M series Omega SMP Electric Blue Dial Wife's SS WG MOP Ladies DJ Z series

14 March 2008, 10:53 AM	#4
johnnybravo1210 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: usa Posts: 140	YES YES YES if you are going to buy a Rolex as your first watch you want to make sure that you are happy with it and the best way to do that is thru an AD. I can give you some hints though. It takes a little longer but can sure save in the long run. PM me if you want.

14 March 2008, 10:54 AM	#5
haakon59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,571	Rolex is one of the most copied brands in the world, so given you are not an expert, I would go with the AD. Yes, it will cost you a bit more, but at least you will have confidence you have purchased the genuine article.

14 March 2008, 11:03 AM	#6
ROLEX MAN 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: Home and Away Watch: you? "YES PLEASE"! Posts: 3,719	You could be Buying a fake or damn good replica if it's not from an AD! Dont risk it, if you cannot tell the differance, I am Rolex mad for at least 25 years and know a lot, but I have seen replicas that made my head spin and accepted them as the real thing!

14 March 2008, 11:16 AM	#7
jcay "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chicago Posts: 12	ok, thanks a lot for your advice. It is about a $1000 dollars more expensive between official and non-offcial for the explorer1. And so far i have not found any milgauss in official dealer. I understood after few weeks that the Milgauss is difficult to find but in unoffcial dealer they could get it pretty easily... Are there differences in prices between official AD's? Do you have any idea how or where i could find the milgauss in an official dealer in chicago or nearby?

14 March 2008, 12:39 PM	#10
krattzz Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NYC, Philly. Watch: GMT BLNR Posts: 695	Welcome and AD is my advise to you.

14 March 2008, 01:08 PM	#11
tinknock71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Derik Location: Michigan Watch: GMT IIC Posts: 101	Also you can try the sales forums on this board, I have seen some really good deals there, or post what your looking for and your price range. Just ask for lots of referals. There is a lot of good honest people here that will help you out. And welcome to the forums

14 March 2008, 01:32 PM	#12
chevycorvette "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: willie Location: pie hole Watch: still looking Posts: 924	Ad

14 March 2008, 04:00 PM	#14
norituck Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Tucson,AZ USA Watch: Black Submariner Posts: 102	I bought from an AD and I paid about list. I have just sceen too many fakes and didn't want to take a chance. Maybe I'll be a little more daring for my 2nd one.

14 March 2008, 06:07 PM	#16
etp095 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: rudolph Location: chicago burbs Posts: 2,026	I've bought mine from an ad,4 in the last 2 months.he gives me killer deals,gotta slow down.good thing I'm not married,I'd be divorced by now. __________________ tt date circa 69' 5513 circa 81' ss sub w/date (z) pepsi gmt for dad(D) polar expy II(z) 1675 gmt circa 68' ladies datejust on jubilee for mom (z) sea dweller16600(M) SS Sub-C(g) Omega Planet Ocean,45.5 on mesh(2500D)

14 March 2008, 06:25 PM	#17
mickeydainish Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Michael Location: LaLa Land Watch: Sub Date 16610 Posts: 1,757	Wow... 4 in the last 2 months... no wunda he gives you killer deals.. Good one mate :-) Hi Jcay... I am also lookin at my first rolex purchase... and I know that there are lotza gr8 deals out there.....MOST of the time. Why put yourself at risk if you have no Rolex experience like me...! JMHO. Good luck and post pics.. :-)

14 March 2008, 10:25 PM	#18
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,217	J, Welcome to TRF! As one who has only purchased "preloved" Rolex watches with great success I have to agree with everyone here. If it's your first Rolex paying more at an AD is money well spent. Rolex makes about 800,000 watches per year. 5 million fake Rolex watches are made each year as well. Good luck and keep us posted, dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

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