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Orthoman · 20 August 2016, 03:01 AM

I'm certain that this topic has been covered extensively in other threads but I'll try again here: I have two beautiful watches (white gold DD40 and DSSD, D-blue-that I purchased from authorized Rolex dealers) and would like to purchase the new Daytona (white dial). I understand how long a non-connected customer will have to wait for this watch and my question is-What's the harm in purchasing a Rolex from a dealer who is not authorized (Luxury Watches, for example) if the watch has a proper/confirmable serial number and the requisite warranty? Obviously, some of these places are selling this particular watch at a much-inflated premium but if one were willing to pay the price, what's the risk? Are there non authorized dealers who have better/impeccable reputations (David SW, for example) than others? Is there a true risk that any of these dealers who sell extensively on the internet will actually sell a fake? What's the general consensus?

Big Jay · 20 August 2016, 03:04 AM

I have one thing to say:

Authorized seller on this forum. Period.

Simple as that. Look for someone with good feedback. There are lots of smoking hot BNIB deals to be had on here.

My first thought when I read about purchasing a watch on here was "Hell no." Then I did some reading and it became "Hmm this could work." Finally, I looked at dealer prices online and decided to pull the trigger with an authorized seller on here.

Keep in mind, a lot of guys on here have a substantial business turnover. It's in their best interest to do good business. In short...they're not going to risk selling you a fake/bunk watch and ruining their reputation.

JP Chestnut · 20 August 2016, 03:05 AM

Assuming you go with a reputible seller who sources their watches out the back door of an AD, fills out the card, etc... the only risk is making sure that the AD was located in the USA. Otherwise you might get asked for proof of purchase when making a warranty claim.

kilyung · 20 August 2016, 03:46 AM

Caveat emptor

The Libertine · 20 August 2016, 03:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Jay

I have one thing to say:

Authorized seller on this forum. Period.

Simple as that. Look for someone with good feedback. There are lots of smoking hot BNIB deals to be had on here.

Totally agree!

clb521 · 20 August 2016, 04:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

Assuming you go with a reputible seller who sources their watches out the back door of an AD, fills out the card, etc... the only risk is making sure that the AD was located in the USA. Otherwise you might get asked for proof of purchase when making a warranty claim.

To expand on this, depending on what RSC you send your watch to for warranty work you will get asked for warranty card and/or receipt. From other threads NY RSC is hard on this. Dallas RSC doesnt seen to care as much nor does west coast RSCs. If you worry about warranty work buy from AD. You think the savings is worth the risk, buy from TS on forum.

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Hodog16 · 20 August 2016, 04:12 AM

Can independent Rolex certified watchmakers at ADs do warranty work or does it have to be at an RSC?

Lordofrolex · 20 August 2016, 04:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hodog16

Can independent Rolex certified watchmakers at ADs do warranty work or does it have to be at an RSC?

Good question not sure about this

JP Chestnut · 20 August 2016, 04:27 AM

I've never once heard of someone having warranty work done in house or locally.

20 August 2016, 03:01 AM	#1
Orthoman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Connecticut Posts: 110	Purchase from other than an AD? I'm certain that this topic has been covered extensively in other threads but I'll try again here: I have two beautiful watches (white gold DD40 and DSSD, D-blue-that I purchased from authorized Rolex dealers) and would like to purchase the new Daytona (white dial). I understand how long a non-connected customer will have to wait for this watch and my question is-What's the harm in purchasing a Rolex from a dealer who is not authorized (Luxury Watches, for example) if the watch has a proper/confirmable serial number and the requisite warranty? Obviously, some of these places are selling this particular watch at a much-inflated premium but if one were willing to pay the price, what's the risk? Are there non authorized dealers who have better/impeccable reputations (David SW, for example) than others? Is there a true risk that any of these dealers who sell extensively on the internet will actually sell a fake? What's the general consensus?

20 August 2016, 03:04 AM	#2
Big Jay "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Under the sea Watch: Rolex Sub 14060M Posts: 262	I have one thing to say: Authorized seller on this forum. Period. Simple as that. Look for someone with good feedback. There are lots of smoking hot BNIB deals to be had on here. My first thought when I read about purchasing a watch on here was "Hell no." Then I did some reading and it became "Hmm this could work." Finally, I looked at dealer prices online and decided to pull the trigger with an authorized seller on here. Keep in mind, a lot of guys on here have a substantial business turnover. It's in their best interest to do good business. In short...they're not going to risk selling you a fake/bunk watch and ruining their reputation.

20 August 2016, 03:05 AM	#3
JP Chestnut Banned Join Date: May 2012 Location: Ann Arbor MI Watch: Rolex Ref 16600 Posts: 3,908	Assuming you go with a reputible seller who sources their watches out the back door of an AD, fills out the card, etc... the only risk is making sure that the AD was located in the USA. Otherwise you might get asked for proof of purchase when making a warranty claim.

20 August 2016, 03:46 AM	#4
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Caveat emptor

20 August 2016, 04:12 AM	#7
Hodog16 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: NC Watch: RG Olive DD40 Posts: 1,795	Can independent Rolex certified watchmakers at ADs do warranty work or does it have to be at an RSC?

20 August 2016, 04:27 AM	#9
JP Chestnut Banned Join Date: May 2012 Location: Ann Arbor MI Watch: Rolex Ref 16600 Posts: 3,908	I've never once heard of someone having warranty work done in house or locally.

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