Rolex ss sports sadness

[Henry F.]

Feeling blue to have the listed price ready but there's literally no ss sports model available at any ad. the situation is very frustrating...

[BumbleB]

Join the club...


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[SpeedyTuomas]

It has been like this for many years now so nothing new.

[Tenebris Equum]

One word 'Omega'

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[dxbtousa]

YM40/42 All Variations
YM 2
Milgaus
Air King
TT SD / TT daytona
DSSD

Seen in person all in the display case in the last 2 weeks.

All the 'hot' models continue to not be there but there are alternatives.

[R G]

Originally Posted by Tenebris Equum

One word 'Omega'

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I have to say, I have seen a lot more Omega's being sported. Speedmasters and Seasmasters, especially.

They have even increased their prices more recently.

[SkyJuice]

Welcome to the club..

[dan993]

Bought myself a Speedmaster after spending more time on their website. Really nice watch.

[beshannon]

Excellent opportunity to look at and try on some beautiful and excellent watches from Tudor, Omega, JLC or perhaps some pre-owned pieces.

[1William]

It depends on the model you are looking for. I doubt you are gong to see a Daytona-C in the case or a Hulk, Blue Sky-Dweller. If you are looking for a standard Submariner, DJ or really any other stand SS watch you can access them through the Grey Market for the AD cost plus tax. I think a lot of people get hung up on Grey market asking prices which, in my experience, is different than getting price. The Grey's hold tight on some watches but across the board they will discount somewhat. If you want a watch, go find it and get your best deal. Pay, insure for market value and enjoy your watch. Simple, then repeat.

[archer1021]

Wg!

[In-Cog-Neeto]

Originally Posted by Tenebris Equum

One word 'Omega'

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Two more words

‘No thanks’

Sorry. Couldn’t resist

[Strummer25]

This scratched an itch while I am waiting for a SkyD

[hitman23]

Seiko is a fun/cheap way to pass the time. Trying out Doxa for the first time as well.

Don't focus on just Rolex, there are other things to enjoy.

[minke19104]

If you dont mind gold, go TT sports series. They're usually more available.

[timedate]

Originally Posted by Strummer25

This scratched an itch while I am waiting for a SkyDAttachment 1068391

it looks a whole lot better, really clean, too much on the dial for me with a sky dweller.

its often resale value and brand position that tips people over to rolex, its clever stuff.

[Strummer25]

Originally Posted by timedate

it looks a whole lot better, really clean

Thank you, I really like it, it might even be a keeper!
The only minor irritation is after Rolex the bezel is a bit "agricultural" that said its so much better than the Turdo Harrods I flipped to fund this, that hour hand YUK

[BumbleB]

Originally Posted by Strummer25

This scratched an itch while I am waiting for a SkyDAttachment 1068391

Very nice, been waiting for SkyD or GMT for ages, this looks like a very beautiful alternative.


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[beshannon]

Originally Posted by Strummer25

This scratched an itch while I am waiting for a SkyDAttachment 1068391

Very nice, solid choice, superior movement

[1665fan]

Omega or Tudor....I’m looking at the blue pelagos

[jimcameron]

Omega, Oris, Baume&Mercier, Ball, Seiko, IWC, etc.

[Chester01]

Originally Posted by Henry F.

Feeling blue to have the listed price ready but there's literally no ss sports model available at any ad. the situation is very frustrating...

Listen. Plenty of fantastic deals to be had in 5 digit subs/explorers/ exp ii and sea dwellers. For my eye, far far nicer and more balanced than the 6 digit offerings that prioritized wrist presence, marking the line between tools and jewelry.

[zewill]

Originally Posted by Chester01

Listen. Plenty of fantastic deals to be had in 5 digit subs/explorers/ exp ii and sea dwellers. For my eye, far far nicer and more balanced than the 6 digit offerings that prioritized wrist presence, marking the line between tools and jewelry.

Have to disagree about the 'fantastic deals' of 5 digits.
While i love the profile of 5 digits (i have one, bought in the preceding 'pleasant buying era'), the vintage watches have gone up quite a bit (double could I say). That's now terrible value for money, especially among people who are not blind and know what they are getting. Also, the old bracelets are crap
Still, i'll probably get a 5 (or 4?) digit GMT in a nearish future. Unless the price continues creeping up.

[timedate]

Originally Posted by Strummer25

Thank you, I really like it, it might even be a keeper!
The only minor irritation is after Rolex the bezel is a bit "agricultural" that said its so much better than the Turdo Harrods I flipped to fund this, that hour hand YUK

i have to be honest, when i was getting an interest in watches a few years ago, it was always omega that interested me, such clean looks, and really classy vintage models.

But then i went down the rolex route, i do really like rolex, but it was the residuals that tipped it for me.

[Chester01]

Originally Posted by zewill

Have to disagree about the 'fantastic deals' of 5 digits.

While i love the profile of 5 digits (i have one, bought in the preceding 'pleasant buying era'), the vintage watches have gone up quite a bit (double could I say). That's now terrible value for money, especially among people who are not blind and know what they are getting. Also, the old bracelets are crap

Still, i'll probably get a 5 (or 4?) digit GMT in a nearish future. Unless the price continues creeping up.

They are creeping up, but better relative to the doubling now evident with the 6 digits.

And sorry, the new bracelets (I have one) FEEL better, but are not actually stronger. Remember it’s the pins that hold them together. The light weight actually serves to keep the watch weight down as they were tools. Now the 6 digit references which are primarily jewelry, people want the heft as they associate that with value. Pure marketing gimmick. I am one of the few here that do everything and I mean everything with my Rolex, the lighter weight means my watch is not flopping around so much. My 16610 has 4 fine adjustments on it. I have never had a problem getting a stellar fit.


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[brandrea]

Hang in there Henry

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by Henry F.

literally no ss sports model available at any ad.

YM, YMII, AK probably. They are out there if you just want any SS watch

[Lol-x]

Owning a Rolex isn't a right, its a privilege

I don't know who said that, but its kind of true you just have to qualify by coughing up more $$$$ or be extremely patient (like years).

[alphasports]

Originally Posted by In-Cog-Neeto

Two more words

‘No thanks’

Sorry. Couldn’t resist

A couple more:

"Your loss"

[In-Cog-Neeto]

Originally Posted by alphasports

A couple more:

"Your loss"

Hahahahaha. Nice