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christopheran · 12 February 2018, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by JM0127

There was two in the case when I visited earlier this week. A BLNR and a LN in the case. Plenty of stock around these here parts.

I looked up your post, and found the AD... I’ll give them a call on Monday. Congrats on the new sub btw!

JM0127 · 12 February 2018, 06:41 AM

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Originally Posted by christopheran

Can you PM me which AD?

Sure.

christopheran · 12 February 2018, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by JM0127

Sure.

Thanks JM0127! I’m glad I held off on pulling the trigger on a gray market BLNR. I think will a modest amount of effort I’ll be able to find one for $8950 delivered to my doorstep.

JM0127 · 12 February 2018, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by christopheran

Thanks JM0127! I’m glad I held off on pulling the trigger on a gray market BLNR. I think will a modest amount of effort I’ll be able to find one for $8950 delivered to my doorstep.

They'll ship overnight too for no cost.

christopheran · 12 February 2018, 07:12 AM

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Originally Posted by JM0127

They'll ship overnight too for no cost.

Awesome! The other AD said they would charge $50-75 to ship. Hopefully the BLNR you tried on is still unsold.

JM0127 · 12 February 2018, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by christopheran

Awesome! The other AD said they would charge $50-75 to ship. Hopefully the BLNR you tried on is still unsold.

I've not been by there since I was there earlier in the week as I'm in New Orleans for Mardi gras. Hope for the best. Maybe they can source one for you from the other stores. If not put a deposit down and they'll order one.

Duey · 12 February 2018, 07:31 AM

I think you have got it all wrong here...

Here what you're pointing out is simple GREED by people. Nothing more then that.

People find a BLNR or LV at retail or less and then run home and posted it up here on TRF for a profit. Denying the person who really wants one from being able to purchase it from that AD at MSRP. It truly sucks ...

I'm not talking about Trusted Sellers either.

christopheran · 12 February 2018, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by JM0127

I've not been by there since I was there earlier in the week as I'm in New Orleans for Mardi gras. Hope for the best. Maybe they can source one for you from the other stores. If not put a deposit down and they'll order one.

Sounds like a plan. Enjoy Mardi Gras and your new sub!

JM0127 · 12 February 2018, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by christopheran

Sounds like a plan. Enjoy Mardi Gras and your new sub!

Thanks. Ill pick up on Tues/Wed on my way back home. Glad I could be of assistance. Ihave had good luck with that AD getting items. They can locate what you're looking for.

christopheran · 12 February 2018, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Duey

I think you have got it all wrong here...

Here what you're pointing out is simple GREED by people. Nothing more then that.

People find a BLNR or LV at retail or less and then run home and posted it up here on TRF for a profit. Denying the person who really wants one from being able to purchase it from that AD at MSRP. It truly sucks ...

I'm not talking about Trusted Sellers either.

Yeah, people are trying to make a quick buck... which makes it harder for someone like myself to get one to wear and enjoy. I don’t mind paying MSRP if it’s from an AD or someone like DavidSW, and have my name on the warranty card... but I’ll pass if a BLNR is going to cost $10k second hand.

Wobbly · 12 February 2018, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by christopheran

I’m looking for a BLNR myself, but I’d rather wait a bit than pay a premium for a gray market Rolex. Plus it’ll be my first time getting a watch from an AD.

This is what I'm doing, I could buy a new BLNR tomorrow at a bit of a premium, but I'm trying to build a relationship with an AD, for future purchases.

Absolutely ridiculous that I should have to schmooze some salesman to buy a watch.

JM0127 · 12 February 2018, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by wobbly

this is what i'm doing, i could buy a new blnr tomorrow at a bit of a premium, but i'm trying to build a relationship with an ad, for future purchases.

absolutely ridiculous that i should have to schmooze some salesman to buy a watch.

+1.

DMM_78 · 12 February 2018, 08:15 AM

People have different reasons for doing things, not all of them involve greed. A brand new Batman listed in the forums for $9500-$9900 isn’t that lucrative for whoever is selling it assuming they paid retail. And if you buy a new one delivered for under 10K in the classifieds assuming you’d have to pay sales tax its about the same money. For example if you bought the watch in NYC at sticker which is what most ads are getting you’d pay about $9675 with tax.

JM0127 · 12 February 2018, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by DMM_78

People have different reasons for doing things, not all of them involve greed. A brand new Batman listed in the forums for $9500-$9900 isn’t that lucrative for whoever is selling it assuming they paid retail. And if you buy a new one delivered for under 10K in the classifieds assuming you’d have to pay sales tax its about the same money. For example if you bought the watch in NYC at sticker which is what most ads are getting you’d pay about $9675 with tax.

Or $8950 if you buy in NH or any state without sales tax...

DMM_78 · 12 February 2018, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by JM0127

Or $8950 if you buy in NH or any state without sales tax...

Fair enough. However that’s the exception for most not the norm.

JM0127 · 12 February 2018, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by DMM_78

Fair enough. However that’s the exception for most not the norm.

Agreed. Just having a bit of fun.

DMM_78 · 12 February 2018, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by JM0127

Agreed. Just having a bit of fun.

I need to start watch shopping in New Hampshire or Montana.

Rrpdc · 12 February 2018, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by christopheran

Yeah, people are trying to make a quick buck... which makes it harder for someone like myself to get one to wear and enjoy. I don’t mind paying MSRP if it’s from an AD or someone like DavidSW, and have my name on the warranty card... but I’ll pass if a BLNR is going to cost $10k second hand.

I will stick with AD. Paid Mrsp just few weeks ago. Greys today just posted 2013 model for way more than I paid for 2018 will full 5 yr. warranty. Ridiculous this is Blnr, not a ss Daytona.

Cato · 12 February 2018, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by christopheran

Yeah, people are trying to make a quick buck... which makes it harder for someone like myself to get one to wear and enjoy.

I have wondered where are all these "BNIB with stickers" watches are coming from.

I don't think most people buy (or are gifted) a new Rolex, never remove a sticker and decide to resell it. There must be some sort of business model where greys and AD salesmen maintain a special relationship.

I'm not judging, just speculating.

JM0127 · 12 February 2018, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by DMM_78

I need to start watch shopping in New Hampshire or Montana.

Alaska, Oregon, Montana, New Hampshire, and Delaware.

Rrpdc · 12 February 2018, 08:28 AM

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Or $8950 if you buy in NH or any state without sales tax...

+1 States with no tax or mail it out of state. 2nd home perhaps.

JM0127 · 12 February 2018, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Cato

I have wondered where are all these "BNIB with stickers" watches are coming from.

I don't think most people buy (or are gifted) a new Rolex, never remove a sticker and decide to resell it. There must be some sort of business model where greys and AD salesmen maintain a special relationship.

I'm not judging, just speculating.

I've often wondered.

Rrpdc · 12 February 2018, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Cato

I have wondered where are all these "BNIB with stickers" watches are coming from.

I don't think most people buy (or are gifted) a new Rolex, never remove a sticker and decide to resell it. There must be some sort of business model where greys and AD salesmen maintain a special relationship.

I'm not judging, just speculating.

I would assume a special relationship with white envelope.

JM0127 · 12 February 2018, 08:30 AM

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I would assume a special relationship with white envelope.

Possibly.

DMM_78 · 12 February 2018, 08:37 AM

I think it’s right place right time. I bought mine from an ad that had it in stock for a month. I’m selling it now because the watch I really want became available after I purchased my Batman. The asking price basically recoupes my total cost. If I don’t sell it this week then so be it. There’s worse problems to have.

vman · 12 February 2018, 09:13 AM

Rolex fans created their own bed, now it is time to sleep in it. Stop feeding the overpriced second hand market with your impatience and things will get back to normal soon.

christopheran · 12 February 2018, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by vman

Rolex fans created their own bed, now it is time to sleep in it. Stop feeding the overpriced second hand market with your impatience and things will get back to normal soon.

I agree, if I pay ~$1000 over MSRP for a gray market or second hand watch I’m part of the problem. Glad I’m getting some help from fellow TRF members to find a BLNR for MSRP. Most of the ADs I spoke to out of state said it would be $8950 for the BLNR delivered at my doorstep... plus I have the security of using my credit card and earn airline miles without paying a 3% PayPal fee.

mountainjogger · 12 February 2018, 09:26 AM

Personally, I do not think poorly of dealer buying up stock. This is a luxury item. And a business decision the a dealer is making about his or her business.

doboy007 · 12 February 2018, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by vman

Rolex fans created their own bed, now it is time to sleep in it. Stop feeding the overpriced second hand market with your impatience and things will get back to normal soon.

Very true. It’s like feeding the troll

Vaxe · 12 February 2018, 09:28 AM

List is $8950 and tax, so these people aren’t really making a killing. If you don’t want to wait, $9500 sounds fair as that’s what you’d pay assuming no the AD doesn’t discount.

12 February 2018, 09:13 AM	#56
vman 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Capt Swerve Location: North Carolina Watch: less TV Posts: 2,230	Rolex fans created their own bed, now it is time to sleep in it. Stop feeding the overpriced second hand market with your impatience and things will get back to normal soon. __________________ Collector and buyer of Lange, VC, Patek \| 2 FA Enabled

12 February 2018, 09:26 AM	#58
mountainjogger 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: H Location: North Carolina Watch: M99230B-0008 Posts: 5,675	Personally, I do not think poorly of dealer buying up stock. This is a luxury item. And a business decision the a dealer is making about his or her business. __________________ The King of Cool.

12 February 2018, 07:31 AM	#37
Duey 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Duey Location: Maui Watch: Too Many To List Posts: 3,598	I think you have got it all wrong here... Here what you're pointing out is simple GREED by people. Nothing more then that. People find a BLNR or LV at retail or less and then run home and posted it up here on TRF for a profit. Denying the person who really wants one from being able to purchase it from that AD at MSRP. It truly sucks ... I'm not talking about Trusted Sellers either.

12 February 2018, 08:15 AM	#43
DMM_78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: MI Posts: 264	People have different reasons for doing things, not all of them involve greed. A brand new Batman listed in the forums for $9500-$9900 isn’t that lucrative for whoever is selling it assuming they paid retail. And if you buy a new one delivered for under 10K in the classifieds assuming you’d have to pay sales tax its about the same money. For example if you bought the watch in NYC at sticker which is what most ads are getting you’d pay about $9675 with tax.

12 February 2018, 08:37 AM	#55
DMM_78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: MI Posts: 264	I think it’s right place right time. I bought mine from an ad that had it in stock for a month. I’m selling it now because the watch I really want became available after I purchased my Batman. The asking price basically recoupes my total cost. If I don’t sell it this week then so be it. There’s worse problems to have.

12 February 2018, 09:28 AM	#60
Vaxe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Austin TX Posts: 2,122	List is $8950 and tax, so these people aren’t really making a killing. If you don’t want to wait, $9500 sounds fair as that’s what you’d pay assuming no the AD doesn’t discount.

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