No AD Necessary

[mrblue]

I don't need to play games with ADs. Buying watches I don't want in order to get on lists is ridiculous. Pre-owned 5 digit references offers me a broad range of watches which are Rolex classics. More bang for the buck and the hunt for good deals is part of the enjoyment. I'm not waiting years for a watch.

[AvGeek]

Good for you.


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[superstarmar]

Originally Posted by mrblue

I don't need to play games with ADs. Buying watches I don't want in order to get on lists is ridiculous. Pre-owned 5 digit references offers me a broad range of watches which are Rolex classics. More bang for the buck and the hunt for good deals is part of the enjoyment. I'm not waiting years for a watch.

if you like the 5 digit models sounds good... Classic!!!

[JayB]

OK, well done

[richard371]

Sweet.

[Pacha]

I agree, all mine are 5 digit models and I'm very please with them.

[brandrea]

If that’s what you’re into then I’m happy for you

[Seibei]

Originally Posted by mrblue

I don't need to play games with ADs. Buying watches I don't want in order to get on lists is ridiculous. Pre-owned 5 digit references offers me a broad range of watches which are Rolex classics. More bang for the buck and the hunt for good deals is part of the enjoyment. I'm not waiting years for a watch.

Great, insist on good condition, full set, a recent service by Rolex and papers to prove it and you will be a happy camper.

Remember that a good deal = a good watch. Not a cheap watch.

[_speedmaster_]

Cool.

[branepantovic]

All this talk about lists but I've walked into 5 ADs this past weekend here in New York City and they said they dont do lists anymore. Was it perhaps the snakeskin suit that I was wearing that threw me off?

[Bxtek]

Originally Posted by mrblue

I don't need to play games with ADs. Buying watches I don't want in order to get on lists is ridiculous. Pre-owned 5 digit references offers me a broad range of watches which are Rolex classics. More bang for the buck and the hunt for good deals is part of the enjoyment. I'm not waiting years for a watch.

Very true about the 5 digit refs, and I agree that the "hunt" could be part of the enjoyment too. Perfect plan for someone who is interested in a 5 digit watch. However, after considering a nice pre-owned myself, I really felt that one of the newer models was for me. Since I don't really want to pay the mark up that the grey market dealers put on the model I want.......I unfortunately have no choice but to go to an AD. I expect to have to get on a list and wait as well!

When I read your title and clicked into this thread, I was hoping that you had a tip that I could use to avoid an AD!

[Seibei]

Originally Posted by branepantovic

All this talk about lists but I've walked into 5 ADs this past weekend here in New York City and they said they dont do lists anymore. Was it perhaps the snakeskin suit that I was wearing that threw me off?

Where I live they don't do lists either. It seems like these lists are becoming a thing of the past.

[HL65]

That’s a relief.

[THC]

Some of the 5 digits are as much as new models...

[imperio]

Originally Posted by mrblue

I don't need to play games with ADs. Buying watches I don't want in order to get on lists is ridiculous. Pre-owned 5 digit references offers me a broad range of watches which are Rolex classics. More bang for the buck and the hunt for good deals is part of the enjoyment. I'm not waiting years for a watch.

offer not offers

[Art 1]

It's good to know what you want.

[Javier2.0t]

Gotcha
(Shameless upping of my post count)

[Justinmg]

I can understand, I think those references are the best bang for the buck. I will not play all these crazy games with AD, just to buy a trendy watch. No one even talked about a lv a year ago, it’s hilarious!

[Rolexavidfan]

Not sure at today’s price of vintage Rolex, it is going to be a bang for the buck. I still go for the AD route and a modern Rolex timepiece. Just my opinion.


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[superdog]

More bang for your buck?

Wait...what???

Have you seen current pricing?

[beshannon]

Cool story, would read again.

[maylebox]

That's one of the nice things about having a preference for the 4 and 5 digit models. You're not affected by the current lack of availability, exclusivity, allocation, 100% Grey markup, etc.. Of course finding a nice example of a 4/5 digit watch priced right in today's market presents it's challenges too.

My preference is for the older models but I do own a SubC. I like some of the other new models but can't get with the current program. If things ever settle down and I'm able to walk into an AD and choose from a genuine selection of current models I may add another 6 digit to my collection.

[RJK]

For the ADs that don’t do lists, how does one go about ordering/requesting a ref. that’s not in stock?…first come, first served?

[WJGESQ]

Originally Posted by THC

Some of the 5 digits are as much as new models...

Indeed. But faded bezels worry more. Pro-ceramic.

[yessir69]

Word.

[MonsterSS]

Originally Posted by brandrea

If that’s what you’re into then I’m happy for you

[watchmework]

Preach.

[codecow]

Maybe if you post it enough you’ll start to believe it. I’m anxiously awaiting my ceramic Pepsi while enjoying my 16710.

[Seibei]

Originally Posted by RJK

For the ADs that don’t do lists, how does one go about ordering/requesting a ref. that’s not in stock?…first come, first served?

Yes. Ask them when they normally receive shipments from Rolex. Contact them at such a time and ask them if they have received the watch you want. You will sooner or later get the watch you are after.