Lost in the hype, bought a hot model from AD - buyers remorse - next steps

[Hodog16]

Everybody is correct that it is your watch to do whatever you want with it. However, you are correct to be wary of selling a watch you just bought, because the AD can cut you off from future watches if they find out, which is not super likely but possible since the serial number traces back to the AD.

I'd research whether you can swap the dial out since it's the same model--that way you keep the purchase history and stay in the AD's good graces. I don't think the AD will care if you ask this, but if you want to be completely stealth ask another AD or call an RSC or Rolex watchmaker directly and see if you can find somebody willing to play ball.

I don't know the Datejust market that well but it's not like buying a Pepsi or SS Daytona and flipping it immediately at least. My guess is best case you'll break even selling it grey or lose tax or something like that.

If you want 100% to be in the AD's good graces then own up to it and see if they will let you return it or sell it back to them so they can resale it. Knowing most AD's you'll take a hit but still be in line for the LV.

Last resort is sit on it for a year then sell it. I don't think there's a time table specific that AD's don't care but nobody can call you a flipper after a year but they sure can after 1 week.

[jlovda]

Is this a camouflaged For Sale ad?

[Pepperjack]

Originally Posted by chro.nic

OP, maybe you should consider asking for a dial swap. That way you keep a watch you seem to like, and stay the course for the LV.

Originally Posted by Woody

You can take it back to your AD or RSC and ask for a dial swap - they usually do this free of charge within the first 6 months of ownership. Buyers often decide that they would like to switch so not an uncommon request.

Originally Posted by Hodog16

I'd research whether you can swap the dial out since it's the same model--that way you keep the purchase history and stay in the AD's good graces. I don't think the AD will care if you ask this, but if you want to be completely stealth ask another AD or call an RSC or Rolex watchmaker directly and see if you can find somebody willing to play ball.

Rolex does not officially allow dial swaps while the watch is still in the 5-year new-sale warranty period. OP may have to do some digging to find an AD able to do it unofficially.

[Divingdeep87]

Hot model..lol

[MDR143]

Trade it +cash for the LV. No one is going tk care about a DJ and sub trade.

[Nads786]

Originally Posted by Neil McCauley

Sell it

Buy the piece you wanted originally

Pocket the change

Head off into the sunset for a steak dinner with the profits

(Btw - I have a 41mm DJ with white dial, fluted on Jubilee and I love it, It's a timeless watch, which will never go out of fashion)

Holy crap that is a beautiful watch. I need to give DJs another look.

[DC116710LN]

Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

let ad know, ask them what they suggest.

+1

[RTG]

Originally Posted by LuxLemon

Guilty as charged - I put my name down for a hot model a year ago but pivoted a few months later to a different model and there was also associate turnover. Been working with a new associate for the past 5ish months following up on the new model and doing the dance. Really like the new guy as my previous experiences have been quite cold.

Last week I got a call for the original one, admittedly I was excited to get "a call" even though it wasn't "the call" and being a hot model I talked myself into it and made the purchase.

Now after a week it is still unworn but I realize that even though the watch is so beautiful, it doesn't really fit with where I wanted my collection to go. It is a model that is easy to flip for a few $K profit but I feel a bit greasy about it. Further with this specific model I almost prefer the more basic dial option which feels silly too.

So what next? Do I go back to the AD and try to return it (technically a no return policy), do I call AD and explain, do I just flip it? I don't want to damage the relationship with the AD, I would assume I'm off the list for the model I really wanted. Advice appreciated.

TL:DR - caught in the hype, buyers remorse, what next without damaging AD relationship.

I would be totally honest with your AD. You're not the only one. They will respect your honestly.

Remember the hot crazy matrix? Well, watches are the same way. The super hyped watches that look so good in blown up photography, don't alwasy work out the way people expect. Stay in the 'fun zone' and maybe a 'date zone' or even 'wife zone' watch will come around.

[derklink]

Originally Posted by Woody

You can take it back to your AD or RSC and ask for a dial swap - they usually do this free of charge within the first 6 months of ownership. Buyers often decide that they would like to switch so not an uncommon request.


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No idea this was possible. If true, that's the best approach.

[Sergio_UKR]

It is a great watch. I have the same and wear it occasionally. Don't make any hasty decisions. Sleep on it for at least a month and then decide what to do.

[LuxLemon]

Originally Posted by Sergio_UKR

It is a great watch. I have the same and wear it occasionally. Don't make any hasty decisions. Sleep on it for at least a month and then decide what to do.

What else do you have in your collection?

What do you wear it with? Part of my struggle here is what to pair it with - BLNR goes with most of my casual outfits and looks great with basically all of my sportcoats/suits. The mint is so beautiful but BLNR would go better with t's, polos etc. The mint would look great with my fall/winter sweaters but feel like I almost need to buy clothes specifically for it.

[Neil McCauley]

You can change the dial if you wish

You'll be charged the cost for a full service on top as well though.

[brandrea]

I’d just talk to your sales associate about it

[Talon84]

Is your AD part of the CPO programme or a pre owned seller? If so, take it back to them, say you’re not connecting with the watch but don’t want to seem like you’re flipping it and offer it to them.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by Scottyboy

Not sure you'll be making a few K profit on that model, infact, I'd say you will be down if you sell it to a reseller.

I was thinkin* the same. You will probably break even, if you are lucky.

Kat


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[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by Divingdeep87

Hot model..lol

It is a hot model. It’s probably the most sought after DJ color and configuration, currently.

Kat


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[Sergio_UKR]

Originally Posted by LuxLemon

What else do you have in your collection?

What do you wear it with? Part of my struggle here is what to pair it with - BLNR goes with most of my casual outfits and looks great with basically all of my sportcoats/suits. The mint is so beautiful but BLNR would go better with t's, polos etc. The mint would look great with my fall/winter sweaters but feel like I almost need to buy clothes specifically for it.

I used to have just Mint DJ and Sub, so it was pretty easy. Sub daily to work and DJ for a weekend. But now when I got Daytona Ghost, weekend watch spot will be taken for a while.
I think DJ is very elegant even with Polo and shorts, so keep your BLNR as daily and have DJ for weekends.

I am thinking about a perfect 3 watch collection and so far this is what I have in mind:
- Daytona ghost for daily. Very special, yet under the radar and prone to damage with OF and ceramic bezel.
- AP RO 15510 for weekends/special occasions. Amazing watch but draws too much attention and easily scratched to be daily (although if you have the FU money it is probably not a concern).
- GMT Pepsi for travel or local activities involving water. Amazing watch I want to have in my collection, but to flashy for daily and not as versatile as an RO for weekends. Works great tho for travel and poolside.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by LuxLemon

What else do you have in your collection?

What do you wear it with? Part of my struggle here is what to pair it with - BLNR goes with most of my casual outfits and looks great with basically all of my sportcoats/suits. The mint is so beautiful but BLNR would go better with t's, polos etc. The mint would look great with my fall/winter sweaters but feel like I almost need to buy clothes specifically for it.

You can wear it with anything. It’s a watch. It doesn’t need to match your outfit.

Kat


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[worldofoyster]

sell the watch to buy something that you truly want

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Neil McCauley

You can change the dial if you wish

You'll be charged the cost for a full service on top as well though.

Originally Posted by derklink

No idea this was possible. If true, that's the best approach.

Rolex will no longer change dials on any watch during the warranty period which now is 5 years.

[omar10213245]

Originally Posted by LuxLemon

I just don't know if that's accurate - if AD's are being careful not to sell to flippers that well could dry up

buddy, it's a datejust, not a panda daytona. I promise you that watch is not on their radar for making sure it wasn't flipped to a re-seller. . .

[m j b]

Originally Posted by 116510lv

Sell it. Who cares, do you think Rolex care? Rolex made their money, your AD made some good change and now it's your turn.

Originally Posted by Seddyspaghetti

If you don't want it anymore then sell it. It’s just a watch. Sheesh.

ditto, agreed, +1.

Originally Posted by LuxLemon

I just don't know if that's accurate - if AD's are being careful not to sell to flippers that well could dry up

How would they know?

Originally Posted by padi56

As for this AD relationship stuff it mainly exists in internet land.

Padi shines the light of the truth, once again.

Originally Posted by derklink

I'd see if you can find a trusted seller that will do a straight up trade for a white dial one.

This would be the simplest way to proceed.

[m j b]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

You can wear it with anything. It’s a watch. It doesn’t need to match your outfit.

WHAT?!?!?! You mean, all of this time and money I've spent building my collection to make sure that the watch matches my socks was for naught?

OMG.

[gamingdoctor]

Leave the AD out of it, sell it, it's your watch!

Use the proceeds to buy something you'll love.

[Kinnakeet]

Originally Posted by MDR143

Trade it +cash for the LV. No one is going tk care about a DJ and sub trade.

That’s what I would do.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by m j b

WHAT?!?!?! You mean, all of this time and money I've spent building my collection to make sure that the watch matches my socks was for naught?

OMG.

Yup! That does look awesome, though!

Kat


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[Fleetlord]

Originally Posted by Kinnakeet

That’s what I would do.

Just trade it towards what you want. It would be done with in a few days.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by Kinnakeet

That’s what I would do.

This is the best solution. I’m just surprised you don’t love that watch. It’s gorgeous.

Kat


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[messikens]

Originally Posted by Neil McCauley

Let the guy be, man

Not everyone who buys a new watch needs to be labelled. If he likes/wants something, let him have it

Most of my collection is new references, does that make me less of a collector?

But but : aren't all modern Rolexes $$$€€££ objects only sans the select few that are actually worn by the one true use case : underwater divers / welders?

I agree - dude asked a relatively genuine question.

OP : sell the piece (or talk to a grey dealer if they are willing to do a straight swap for the piece you'd want and perhaps some cash). No need to tell the AD anything and Rolex won't care in either case...

[waterman1]

Maybe I am missing something, but I do not understand this concept of worrying about what an AD thinks.