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direwolf · 11 April 2017, 12:35 AM

Why do you think we have to wait months after Basel for the new models? Why not release them within a month and strike while the iron is hot and take advantage of all the initial buzz? These new models should have been produced in large numbers prior to Basel. Although maybe they wait to gauge the responses of buyers before determining production? Any thoughts? And yes, I can be an impulsive buyer! It is difficult waiting!

mjclark32 · 11 April 2017, 12:39 AM

They monitor this forum (TRF) to gauge interest. Then they go to the assembly line and adjust projected output accordingly.

tkerrmd · 11 April 2017, 12:41 AM

I think the waiting period makes the heart grow fonder and the desire builds!

beshannon · 11 April 2017, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by direwolf

Why do you think we have to wait months after Basel for the new models? Why not release them within a month and strike while the iron is hot and take advantage of all the initial buzz? These new models should have been produced in large numbers prior to Basel. Although maybe they wait to gauge the responses of buyers before determining production? Any thoughts? And yes, I can be an impulsive buyer! It is difficult waiting!

These products are not the latest version of some electronic gadget.

Rolex intends to sell watches for years, they have no need to rush things out the door.

Etschell · 11 April 2017, 12:53 AM

the supply chain cant ramp up that fast as the distribution channel is made up of various independent authorized dealers. some like mayors probably get their allocations quicker.

direwolf · 11 April 2017, 02:13 AM

Thx. That makes sense.

AK797 · 11 April 2017, 04:10 AM

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Originally Posted by mjclark32

They monitor this forum (TRF) to gauge interest. Then they go to the assembly line and adjust projected output accordingly.

I want to live here.

AK797 · 11 April 2017, 04:12 AM

It's like that line from Goodfellas; Paulie might have moved slow, but it was only because he didn't have to move for anybody.

Boaters · 11 April 2017, 06:22 AM

I don't know but it drives me crazy

watchwatcher · 11 April 2017, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by mjclark32

They monitor this forum (TRF) to gauge interest. Then they go to the assembly line and adjust projected output accordingly.

Good one.

Quailhunter · 11 April 2017, 08:19 AM

Rolex has been in business a long time. Looks like they are good at managing supply and demand.

THC · 11 April 2017, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

It's like that line from Goodfellas; Paulie might have moved slow, but it was only because he didn't have to move for anybody.

excellent

sensui · 11 April 2017, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by mjclark32

They monitor this forum (TRF) to gauge interest. Then they go to the assembly line and adjust projected output accordingly.

lol.....but yeah.....as Japanese people would say (love waiting in lines for restaurants and events), waiting is just another spice that sweetens the meal/event.

Glidelock · 11 April 2017, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by direwolf

Why do you think we have to wait months after Basel for the new models? Why not release them within a month and strike while the iron is hot and take advantage of all the initial buzz? These new models should have been produced in large numbers prior to Basel. Although maybe they wait to gauge the responses of buyers before determining production? Any thoughts? And yes, I can be an impulsive buyer! It is difficult waiting!

It's because they are new at this whole marketing versus production thing...and haven't quite gotten it all figured out!

c41006 · 11 April 2017, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

It's like that line from Goodfellas; Paulie might have moved slow, but it was only because he didn't have to move for anybody.

Nice

sparky · 11 April 2017, 09:51 AM

If they had them distributed and ready to go, someone would spill the beans, and Rolex doesn't go for that1

Speed · 11 April 2017, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by sparky

If they had them distributed and ready to go, someone would spill the beans, and Rolex doesn't go for that1

Haha.

No IPhone spoilers due to someone stealing a prototype from the manufacturing plant in China.

11 April 2017, 12:35 AM	#1
direwolf "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: USA Watch: 16610 Posts: 472	waiting Why do you think we have to wait months after Basel for the new models? Why not release them within a month and strike while the iron is hot and take advantage of all the initial buzz? These new models should have been produced in large numbers prior to Basel. Although maybe they wait to gauge the responses of buyers before determining production? Any thoughts? And yes, I can be an impulsive buyer! It is difficult waiting!

11 April 2017, 12:39 AM	#2
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	They monitor this forum (TRF) to gauge interest. Then they go to the assembly line and adjust projected output accordingly. __________________

11 April 2017, 12:53 AM	#5
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	the supply chain cant ramp up that fast as the distribution channel is made up of various independent authorized dealers. some like mayors probably get their allocations quicker. __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

11 April 2017, 12:41 AM	#3
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	I think the waiting period makes the heart grow fonder and the desire builds!

11 April 2017, 02:13 AM	#6
direwolf "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: USA Watch: 16610 Posts: 472	Thx. That makes sense.

11 April 2017, 04:12 AM	#8
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	It's like that line from Goodfellas; Paulie might have moved slow, but it was only because he didn't have to move for anybody.

11 April 2017, 06:22 AM	#9
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	I don't know but it drives me crazy

11 April 2017, 08:19 AM	#11
Quailhunter "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Doug Location: Georgia USA Watch: Rolex President Posts: 1,348	Rolex has been in business a long time. Looks like they are good at managing supply and demand.

11 April 2017, 09:51 AM	#16
sparky "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Real Name: Cal Location: Seattle, WA. Watch: explorer Posts: 658	If they had them distributed and ready to go, someone would spill the beans, and Rolex doesn't go for that1

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