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topcat30093 · 23 April 2008, 07:37 PM

As I understand the Carribean is about the only place.
That you could walk into an AD and walk out with a S/S daytona on your wrist.
As they don't carry a waiting list
Is that true????

toph · 23 April 2008, 08:47 PM

I have bought a watch from Columbian emeralds in Barbados-- was about 1/3 cheaper if i remember correctly- it was 6 years ago.

http://www.dutyfree.com/colombianeme...n=barbados.htm

docnagel · 23 April 2008, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by pigcorn

I bought a Submariner 50th Anniversary in Bermuda. They had 2 and I got it at MSRP. The Rolex in NYC would not even put me on a waiting list, saying it is for preferred customers only (stuffy store)

My question is, I am looking for a Daytona SS white face at MSRP. Is it possible to call the stores in the carribean and then go pick it up? Honestly I would rather make a vacation out of it that my family can enjoy instead of paying a 2k mark up here in the US.

Thanks

A.H. Rise in St Thomas will not hold a SS Daytona for you, but they will sell it to you at MSRP (full list). They will not discount the SS Daytona, but will also not sell it at a premium. According to the store manager, they are the largest Rolex dealer in the islands and frequently have a SS Daytona, and it is first come first serve. I have been to A.H. Rise on numerous occaisions, and have never seen a SS Daytona in their display, nor have they had one not on display. They will discount certain models, but the real savings is in "no tax". Their MSRP is the same as US MSRP last time I was there.

RLX-lvr · 23 April 2008, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by krism06

Just an update. I got 10% off on an SD at US AD and bought the watch today.

However, I will still probably do some research on my trip and post updates when I get back. Thanks for all of the input from everyone.

Congragulations!!!

With 10% off on a SD that seems OK to me. Enjoy your watch and post some
pics when you have a change.

kanthung · 24 April 2008, 03:28 AM

We went on a cruise last month to Caribbean. Went to the AD at St Maarten(Gold Finger), asked for a SS Sub Date and most they could do was 5% off. We left the store and wondered if they would come out and pull us back ... and they didn't

. So, we thought 5% maybe the most they could do ...later that day, we went to the 2nd Gold Finger location and got one with 5% off (about $4,800 USD)

. It's still a lot cheaper than Canada consider in Canada, I think they are selling the SS Sub Date at about $6,100 CND + 13% tax (about 6,800 CND).

Marrk · 24 April 2008, 04:08 AM

Pardon me, Comrade C.J., but doesn't the current price list on that item say $5,300.00 USD?

Quote:

Originally Posted by C.J.

I'm going to the Bahamas in April so of course, I had Rolex and duty free shopping on my mind

I called John Bull, the only Rolex AD down here, today. The sales staff were very nice and helpful. Unfortunately, the prices sucked. A 14060M lists for US $4200, only $325 less than here. So much for another 14060M for me

But, a Speedy may not be out of the question

Trurolexer · 24 April 2008, 05:01 AM

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Originally Posted by SPACE-DWELLER

I agree! You'd be extremely lucky to get more than 20 % on a Rolex.

Well I get 23% when I buy Sub ND COSC...

HDHNTER · 24 April 2008, 05:35 AM

I bought my Sub from Gandelman's in Aruba. Excellent AD, large selection and they definitely discount. Paid $6500 out the door for my TT Blue Sub. Bought my UN from the AD in Jamaica for $4500 out the door, list was over 7K at the time. I also checked out the Rolex AD's in Jamaica but wasn't impressed with the selection or pricing. I emailed Gandelman's in Aruba just the other day inquiring about a Pepsi GMT II. Unfortunately they can't ship it to me.

RolexSoFla · 24 April 2008, 12:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marrk

Pardon me, Comrade C.J., but doesn't the current price list on that item say $5,300.00 USD?

His post was prior to the March price increase.

Marrk · 24 April 2008, 04:45 PM

Okay, okay, so I'm an idiot. Jeesh.

Everywhere I go, this happens to me.

j/k

Quote:

Originally Posted by RolexSoFla

His post was prior to the March price increase.

rocksaltdc · 4 December 2012, 07:01 AM

I recently purchased a White Daytona SS from Kirk about $200 less than it was gong for stateside and no tax. They had both a white face and a black face available. I walked in and out within 20 minutes. had no idea they would have one. i used to make it a game to ask if someone had a white SS on hand and for a couple years always got the same answer till i walked in there. Great service i highly recommend.

23 April 2008, 07:37 PM	#31
topcat30093 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: England Posts: 5,460	As I understand the Carribean is about the only place. That you could walk into an AD and walk out with a S/S daytona on your wrist. As they don't carry a waiting list Is that true???? __________________

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toph "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: ChrisTOPHer Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex, Brellum, Posts: 12,601	I have bought a watch from Columbian emeralds in Barbados-- was about 1/3 cheaper if i remember correctly- it was 6 years ago. http://www.dutyfree.com/colombianeme...n=barbados.htm __________________ "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795

24 April 2008, 03:28 AM	#35
kanthung Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Maple Watch: Daytona, Sub Date Posts: 21	AD at St Maarten We went on a cruise last month to Caribbean. Went to the AD at St Maarten(Gold Finger), asked for a SS Sub Date and most they could do was 5% off. We left the store and wondered if they would come out and pull us back ... and they didn't . So, we thought 5% maybe the most they could do ...later that day, we went to the 2nd Gold Finger location and got one with 5% off (about $4,800 USD) . It's still a lot cheaper than Canada consider in Canada, I think they are selling the SS Sub Date at about $6,100 CND + 13% tax (about 6,800 CND).

24 April 2008, 05:35 AM	#38
HDHNTER "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SC Posts: 2,766	I bought my Sub from Gandelman's in Aruba. Excellent AD, large selection and they definitely discount. Paid $6500 out the door for my TT Blue Sub. Bought my UN from the AD in Jamaica for $4500 out the door, list was over 7K at the time. I also checked out the Rolex AD's in Jamaica but wasn't impressed with the selection or pricing. I emailed Gandelman's in Aruba just the other day inquiring about a Pepsi GMT II. Unfortunately they can't ship it to me. __________________ Instagram @HDHNTER

4 December 2012, 07:01 AM	#41
rocksaltdc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Maryland Posts: 1	I recently purchased a White Daytona SS from Kirk about $200 less than it was gong for stateside and no tax. They had both a white face and a black face available. I walked in and out within 20 minutes. had no idea they would have one. i used to make it a game to ask if someone had a white SS on hand and for a couple years always got the same answer till i walked in there. Great service i highly recommend.

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