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kings4sap · 21 March 2007, 03:31 PM

Just got back from my birthday trip to Vegas! I enjoyed wearing my LV proudly. Lost my A$$ at the tables. Had lots of fun including "Rolex" related stories:

* I was playing PaiGow at the Gold Coast on Saturday night and this gal sitting next to me notices my LV and said "wow, that's a nice 50th anniversary sub". She went on to say that she works at a local AD and had just gotten "Rolex certified". Not sure what "certifed" means other than to do repairs (she was in sales?). We made small talk about the Daytona frenzy, etc. - she said that they had gotten very few LV's and that they went very quickly.

Had to visit the strip Rolex dealers. My wife snapped a few pics.

* There is a smaller store at the Caesar Forum shops - they had some decent stock including the TT 50th GMT. No SS Daytonas or LV's. Two salespeople there commended me on getting a LV - that they were tough to get, blah, blah, blah. We made some small talk - they were nice people - tried to leverage that "secret" Daytona that they might have in the back - my wife wants a Yachtmaster and my deal is that the first AD to sell me a SS Daytona will also get the Yachmaster deal (a "2 watch" deal). It didn't work - A) they didn't have a Daytona in stock and B) my leverage deal was not a big enough transaction to trump others on their waiting list.

* Had to go to the mothership Tourneau store at Caesar's - a great store for viewing all the other watch brands that I appreciate - their Rolex supply was nice - much larger than a typical AD but their staff was horrid as usual. Not a soul offered to help or engage in any discussion (I wanted to look at a Graham Swordfish to try it on). Sunday afternoon and the place was dead - maybe 5 shoppers and around 15 staff.

* Wynn's - I almost pi$$ed myself when I saw the number of Rolex's on display at the Rolex dedicated store in Wynn's. It is un-freakin' believable. Arguably 500-1000 various models on display. It is a must see if you are in town. Engaged the sales gal in a little small talk. She had never heard the term "LV" before (I was wearing my Cartier Roadster GMT) - I explained that the LV was the 50th anniversary sub and then it clicked in. I tried my "2 watch" deal offer with her. I suspect that she was warm to it but she explained that it wasn't her turn in the rotation yet (their sales people are on a rotation for every Daytona that comes in - she was 7th in line).

Anyways, I had lots of other fun - most of it needs to "stay in Vegas". I strongly recommend the Phantom of the Opera show at Venetian. We saw Pete Rose who was signing stuff at a memorabilia store in Caesar's - there was no line and he seemed to be sitting there lonely and pathetic. We saw Carrot Top doing some shopping at the Saks 5th just off the strip. The dude is totally pumped - abnormally large bi's and shoulders - its wild!

I'll be posting my top 10 LV's pics soon. I'm sure I have lots of work backed up waiting for me tomorrow.

K4S

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diablojota · 21 March 2007, 03:39 PM

Looking pimp there.

I enjoyed Vegas when I was there. I went to the Wynn's Rolex store and could not believe how stacked they were. As for Carrot Top, the man got buff. He used to be very scrawny.
I stayed at the Venetian and stupidly never went to the Phantom show. It's one of my personal favorites and I somehow couldn't convince my girlfriend to see it with all the other shows going on. Besides she wanted to go to a nudie show (girls nudie, not guys).

Gaijin · 21 March 2007, 04:18 PM

Welcome back! Great write up. Must go to the Wynn. 500-1,000 Rolex to drool over is reason enough for a trip to Vegas. I have two nights free coming to me from all the money I pissed away last time I was there.

Great pics too. The LV looks great on you. Congrats again!

mikey · 21 March 2007, 04:22 PM

Who is carrot top?

leopardprey · 21 March 2007, 04:25 PM

Thanks for the photos. Now you have about a 10% feeling of what it is like to walk down Nathan Road in Hong Kong! LOL

Alex Stylianou · 21 March 2007, 04:26 PM

Nice !

kings4sap · 21 March 2007, 04:41 PM

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JJ Irani · 21 March 2007, 05:16 PM

Welcome back, Steve....some great pics there. Sorry, you had to go and lose at the tables....could've bought another Rolex, right?

SDman · 21 March 2007, 09:49 PM

Great trip Steve hope to see some pics soon.....

Blown Wide Open · 21 March 2007, 10:34 PM

http://www.rolexforums.com/attachmen...1&d=1174453094

Would you buy a used car from this man?

PAtrick

nko51 · 21 March 2007, 10:35 PM

Welcome back!

mrbieler · 21 March 2007, 11:30 PM

Sitting in a hotel in Vegas now. Here once a month.

On a lark, went to Tower Jeweler on Sahara who advertise themselves as the source for pre-owned Rolex. Waste of time and floor space. Insane stupid prices for so-so used watches.

The Wynn store is pretty awesome.

I don't gamble so the the chances of me winning $ to buy a new watch are slim to none. :)

I guess I should also include a "Happy Birthday!" :)

colemanitis · 21 March 2007, 11:35 PM

Sounds like you had a really good time. My wife and I go to Vegas every year and I'm starting to get the fever again. I went to Wynn's Rolex store last August and was amazed as well. Here's a pic of me outside the boutique!

mansion · 21 March 2007, 11:50 PM

I thought all Rolex owners wore suits and decent shoes.

Have I been misinformed?

Blue Bull · 22 March 2007, 02:33 AM

Great report and pics ,Steve !

As for myself,have never been to Vegas or the States,for that matter ... Maybe one day.Come to think of it the last time I have had leave for a longer than a week at a time was in Dec 1999.Had a month off,was between finishing specialising and starting private practice.Married that December,in 1999 and completely broke at the age of 30.Three degrees against the wall,with a zero bank account.

Anyone been to Vegas to visit the CES show,usually in January ?? That, still remains a dream,to attend the show.One day ...

SDman · 22 March 2007, 03:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Blown Wide Open

http://www.rolexforums.com/attachmen...1&d=1174453094

Would you buy a used car from this man?

PAtrick

hhhmmmmm.....let me think......

...sure!!!

oldman2005 · 22 March 2007, 04:15 AM

Thanks for a nice report! We're going in pretty soon since we have free room at nice hotel there. Will definately check out Wynn Rolex and Ferrari store. Hope my wife let me pickup another Rolex.

watchnut · 22 March 2007, 04:38 AM

[QUOTE=kings4sap;196243]Just got back from my birthday trip to Vegas! I enjoyed wearing my LV proudly. Lost my A$$ at the tables. Had lots of fun including "Rolex" related stories:

* I was playing PaiGow at the Gold Coast on Saturday night and this gal sitting next to me notices my LV and said "wow, that's a nice 50th anniversary sub". She went on to say that she works at a local AD and had just gotten "Rolex certified". Not sure what "certifed" means other than to do repairs (she was in sales?). We made small talk about the Daytona frenzy, etc. - she said that they had gotten very few LV's and that they went very quickly.

* You DO realize that you were being hit on don't you? Thats the oldest line in the book. "I've just been Rolex certified" I use it myself all the time.

kings4sap · 22 March 2007, 05:02 AM

* I was playing PaiGow at the Gold Coast on Saturday night and this gal sitting next to me notices my LV and said "wow, that's a nice 50th anniversary sub". She went on to say that she works at a local AD and had just gotten "Rolex certified". Not sure what "certifed" means other than to do repairs (she was in sales?). We made small talk about the Daytona frenzy, etc. - she said that they had gotten very few LV's and that they went very quickly.

* You DO realize that you were being hit on don't you? Thats the oldest line in the book. "I've just been Rolex certified" I use it myself all the time.

[/QUOTE]

Funny!!!!!

She did a darn good job studying up on her Rolex material to recognize the LV. The funny thing was that her friend, who was missing her front tooth (no kidding!) and her left the PaiGow table shortly after I arrived to go and play BINGO! They probably had some better marks in there (guys over 60!).

K4S

Chris B · 22 March 2007, 05:05 AM

Great pics Steve,

We got married in Vegas (hovering over the strip in a helicopter), I loved the store at Caesar's, didn't get to Wynn's, hmmm perhaps we should go back for our anniversary and put that right,lol

astcell · 22 March 2007, 10:39 AM

Hey! I am in the airport in Las Vegas now! I did hit the Rolex store in the Wynn (804 in stock) and wanted the Meteorite Day Date but at 77k, gack!!!! I got here Friday night and am leaving tonight, Wednesday.

Got married too. :-)

mrbieler · 22 March 2007, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by oldman2005

Thanks for a nice report! We're going in pretty soon since we have free room at nice hotel there. Will definately check out Wynn Rolex and Ferrari store. Hope my wife let me pickup another Rolex.

Ferrari store is OK, but the asshats want you to pay to check out the cars. Sorry, no soup for you.

Quote:

Hey! I am in the airport in Las Vegas now! I did hit the Rolex store in the Wynn (804 in stock) and wanted the Meteorite Day Date but at 77k, gack!!!! I got here Friday night and am leaving tonight, Wednesday.

Got married too. :-)

Congratulations!

Flew out today at 4PM. Today was a beautiful day in town. Yesterday was kinda fugly.

haakon59 · 22 March 2007, 01:24 PM

Nice report and photos. I think I hit all those stores in Vegas when I was there, except Wynn's which wasn't finished when I was there. It's one of the great cities for watch shopping.

oldman2005 · 22 March 2007, 01:47 PM

[QUOTE=mrbieler;196755]Ferrari store is OK, but the asshats want you to pay to check out the cars. Sorry, no soup for you.

VIP access for Ferrari owners, just bring your Ferrari registration or key as a proof.

Spencer · 22 March 2007, 02:49 PM

Good times. When I was at the Wynn back in January they told me the same thing about an employee rotation as far as the Daytona goes. So at least you know they are telling the truth.

astcell · 23 March 2007, 12:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrbieler

Flew out today at 4PM. Today was a beautiful day in town. Yesterday was kinda fugly.

Were you leaving out of gate C18 and they changed it to C19? I was in C18 for Tampa!

mrbieler · 23 March 2007, 12:58 PM

We left out of C8. Snuck on an earlier flight. We were scheduled for 5:50PM.

astcell · 23 March 2007, 01:16 PM

Talk about close! Dang I wish I knew!

mrbieler · 23 March 2007, 01:23 PM

LOL. Funny how things happen. :)

Tombstone · 23 March 2007, 08:51 PM

Steve, Jeff nice photos, makes me want to go to Vegas. I have not been there in over two years. I just might take a quick trip over there.

21 March 2007, 03:31 PM	#1
kings4sap "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Steve Location: The O.C. Watch: DD 40 Posts: 447	Back from Vegas.... Just got back from my birthday trip to Vegas! I enjoyed wearing my LV proudly. Lost my A$$ at the tables. Had lots of fun including "Rolex" related stories: * I was playing PaiGow at the Gold Coast on Saturday night and this gal sitting next to me notices my LV and said "wow, that's a nice 50th anniversary sub". She went on to say that she works at a local AD and had just gotten "Rolex certified". Not sure what "certifed" means other than to do repairs (she was in sales?). We made small talk about the Daytona frenzy, etc. - she said that they had gotten very few LV's and that they went very quickly. Had to visit the strip Rolex dealers. My wife snapped a few pics. * There is a smaller store at the Caesar Forum shops - they had some decent stock including the TT 50th GMT. No SS Daytonas or LV's. Two salespeople there commended me on getting a LV - that they were tough to get, blah, blah, blah. We made some small talk - they were nice people - tried to leverage that "secret" Daytona that they might have in the back - my wife wants a Yachtmaster and my deal is that the first AD to sell me a SS Daytona will also get the Yachmaster deal (a "2 watch" deal). It didn't work - A) they didn't have a Daytona in stock and B) my leverage deal was not a big enough transaction to trump others on their waiting list. * Had to go to the mothership Tourneau store at Caesar's - a great store for viewing all the other watch brands that I appreciate - their Rolex supply was nice - much larger than a typical AD but their staff was horrid as usual. Not a soul offered to help or engage in any discussion (I wanted to look at a Graham Swordfish to try it on). Sunday afternoon and the place was dead - maybe 5 shoppers and around 15 staff. * Wynn's - I almost pi$$ed myself when I saw the number of Rolex's on display at the Rolex dedicated store in Wynn's. It is un-freakin' believable. Arguably 500-1000 various models on display. It is a must see if you are in town. Engaged the sales gal in a little small talk. She had never heard the term "LV" before (I was wearing my Cartier Roadster GMT) - I explained that the LV was the 50th anniversary sub and then it clicked in. I tried my "2 watch" deal offer with her. I suspect that she was warm to it but she explained that it wasn't her turn in the rotation yet (their sales people are on a rotation for every Daytona that comes in - she was 7th in line). Anyways, I had lots of other fun - most of it needs to "stay in Vegas". I strongly recommend the Phantom of the Opera show at Venetian. We saw Pete Rose who was signing stuff at a memorabilia store in Caesar's - there was no line and he seemed to be sitting there lonely and pathetic. We saw Carrot Top doing some shopping at the Saks 5th just off the strip. The dude is totally pumped - abnormally large bi's and shoulders - its wild! I'll be posting my top 10 LV's pics soon. I'm sure I have lots of work backed up waiting for me tomorrow. K4S

21 March 2007, 03:39 PM	#2
diablojota "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Frank Location: Chattanooga, TN Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 4,042	Looking pimp there. I enjoyed Vegas when I was there. I went to the Wynn's Rolex store and could not believe how stacked they were. As for Carrot Top, the man got buff. He used to be very scrawny. I stayed at the Venetian and stupidly never went to the Phantom show. It's one of my personal favorites and I somehow couldn't convince my girlfriend to see it with all the other shows going on. Besides she wanted to go to a nudie show (girls nudie, not guys). __________________ RTFT - Read The Friggin' Thread FcB

21 March 2007, 05:16 PM	#8
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Welcome back, Steve....some great pics there. Sorry, you had to go and lose at the tables....could've bought another Rolex, right? __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

21 March 2007, 10:34 PM	#10
Blown Wide Open "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Real Name: Patrick Location: Pennsylvania Watch: All with a crown. Posts: 504	http://www.rolexforums.com/attachmen...1&d=1174453094 Would you buy a used car from this man? PAtrick __________________ "I wouldn't be part of any club that would have me as a member." Instagram: El_Diablo_Rosso

21 March 2007, 10:35 PM	#11
nko51 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Alex Location: USA Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 2,542	Welcome back! __________________

21 March 2007, 04:18 PM	#3
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	Welcome back! Great write up. Must go to the Wynn. 500-1,000 Rolex to drool over is reason enough for a trip to Vegas. I have two nights free coming to me from all the money I pissed away last time I was there. Great pics too. The LV looks great on you. Congrats again!

21 March 2007, 04:22 PM	#4
mikey "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: USA Watch: Oysterdate 6694 Posts: 2,713	Who is carrot top?

21 March 2007, 04:25 PM	#5
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Thanks for the photos. Now you have about a 10% feeling of what it is like to walk down Nathan Road in Hong Kong! LOL

21 March 2007, 04:26 PM	#6
Alex Stylianou "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: UK Posts: 1,785	Nice !

21 March 2007, 09:49 PM	#9
SDman Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Pat Location: Australia Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 152	Great trip Steve hope to see some pics soon.....

21 March 2007, 11:30 PM	#12
mrbieler "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Lost Angeles Watch: all about acrylic Posts: 683	Sitting in a hotel in Vegas now. Here once a month. On a lark, went to Tower Jeweler on Sahara who advertise themselves as the source for pre-owned Rolex. Waste of time and floor space. Insane stupid prices for so-so used watches. The Wynn store is pretty awesome. I don't gamble so the the chances of me winning $ to buy a new watch are slim to none. :) I guess I should also include a "Happy Birthday!" :) __________________ - Jeff Cursimus Cum Forfex

21 March 2007, 11:35 PM	#13
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	Sounds like you had a really good time. My wife and I go to Vegas every year and I'm starting to get the fever again. I went to Wynn's Rolex store last August and was amazed as well. Here's a pic of me outside the boutique! __________________ Member #471

21 March 2007, 11:50 PM	#14
mansion Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: switzerland Posts: 196	I thought all Rolex owners wore suits and decent shoes. Have I been misinformed?

22 March 2007, 02:33 AM	#15
Blue Bull Banned Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 2,887	Great report and pics ,Steve ! As for myself,have never been to Vegas or the States,for that matter ... Maybe one day.Come to think of it the last time I have had leave for a longer than a week at a time was in Dec 1999.Had a month off,was between finishing specialising and starting private practice.Married that December,in 1999 and completely broke at the age of 30.Three degrees against the wall,with a zero bank account. Anyone been to Vegas to visit the CES show,usually in January ?? That, still remains a dream,to attend the show.One day ...

22 March 2007, 04:15 AM	#17
oldman2005 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: norcal Posts: 3,031	Thanks for a nice report! We're going in pretty soon since we have free room at nice hotel there. Will definately check out Wynn Rolex and Ferrari store. Hope my wife let me pickup another Rolex.

22 March 2007, 04:38 AM	#18
watchnut "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: David Location: SW Fla Watch: SS Daytona & TT DJ Posts: 1,430	[QUOTE=kings4sap;196243]Just got back from my birthday trip to Vegas! I enjoyed wearing my LV proudly. Lost my A$$ at the tables. Had lots of fun including "Rolex" related stories: * I was playing PaiGow at the Gold Coast on Saturday night and this gal sitting next to me notices my LV and said "wow, that's a nice 50th anniversary sub". She went on to say that she works at a local AD and had just gotten "Rolex certified". Not sure what "certifed" means other than to do repairs (she was in sales?). We made small talk about the Daytona frenzy, etc. - she said that they had gotten very few LV's and that they went very quickly. * You DO realize that you were being hit on don't you? Thats the oldest line in the book. "I've just been Rolex certified" I use it myself all the time.

22 March 2007, 05:02 AM	#19
kings4sap "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Steve Location: The O.C. Watch: DD 40 Posts: 447	* I was playing PaiGow at the Gold Coast on Saturday night and this gal sitting next to me notices my LV and said "wow, that's a nice 50th anniversary sub". She went on to say that she works at a local AD and had just gotten "Rolex certified". Not sure what "certifed" means other than to do repairs (she was in sales?). We made small talk about the Daytona frenzy, etc. - she said that they had gotten very few LV's and that they went very quickly. * You DO realize that you were being hit on don't you? Thats the oldest line in the book. "I've just been Rolex certified" I use it myself all the time. [/QUOTE] Funny!!!!! She did a darn good job studying up on her Rolex material to recognize the LV. The funny thing was that her friend, who was missing her front tooth (no kidding!) and her left the PaiGow table shortly after I arrived to go and play BINGO! They probably had some better marks in there (guys over 60!). K4S

22 March 2007, 05:05 AM	#20
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Great pics Steve, We got married in Vegas (hovering over the strip in a helicopter), I loved the store at Caesar's, didn't get to Wynn's, hmmm perhaps we should go back for our anniversary and put that right,lol

22 March 2007, 10:39 AM	#21
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Hey! I am in the airport in Las Vegas now! I did hit the Rolex store in the Wynn (804 in stock) and wanted the Meteorite Day Date but at 77k, gack!!!! I got here Friday night and am leaving tonight, Wednesday. Got married too. :-)

22 March 2007, 01:24 PM	#23
haakon59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,571	Nice report and photos. I think I hit all those stores in Vegas when I was there, except Wynn's which wasn't finished when I was there. It's one of the great cities for watch shopping.

22 March 2007, 01:47 PM	#24
oldman2005 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: norcal Posts: 3,031	[QUOTE=mrbieler;196755]Ferrari store is OK, but the asshats want you to pay to check out the cars. Sorry, no soup for you. VIP access for Ferrari owners, just bring your Ferrari registration or key as a proof.

22 March 2007, 02:49 PM	#25
Spencer "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: US Posts: 1,338	Good times. When I was at the Wynn back in January they told me the same thing about an employee rotation as far as the Daytona goes. So at least you know they are telling the truth. __________________ I'm a perpetual kind of guy Resident Audemars Piguet Fanatic

23 March 2007, 12:58 PM	#27
mrbieler "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Lost Angeles Watch: all about acrylic Posts: 683	We left out of C8. Snuck on an earlier flight. We were scheduled for 5:50PM. __________________ - Jeff Cursimus Cum Forfex

23 March 2007, 01:16 PM	#28
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Talk about close! Dang I wish I knew!

23 March 2007, 01:23 PM	#29
mrbieler "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Lost Angeles Watch: all about acrylic Posts: 683	LOL. Funny how things happen. :) __________________ - Jeff Cursimus Cum Forfex

23 March 2007, 08:51 PM	#30
Tombstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: LV, NV Watch: LV Sub and others Posts: 2,689	Steve, Jeff nice photos, makes me want to go to Vegas. I have not been there in over two years. I just might take a quick trip over there.

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