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johnbeth · 7 August 2011, 03:39 PM

Was walking through Hay Street Mall here in Perth City and saw the Rolex AD that is usually open for trade on Sundays closed now a few Sundays in a row and its not even 1pm. I said to myself business must be really slow, whats even more weird, WA is one of the richest states of Australia due to mining. So go figure.

Gaijin · 7 August 2011, 04:19 PM

Market crash may slow the middle class even more from buying one. I am sure that it won't stop Rolex from raising their prices again soon though.

Figas · 7 August 2011, 04:48 PM

Could be competition from Smales in Subi.

capote · 7 August 2011, 07:11 PM

Maybe Rosendorff had a dentist appointment.

watchf · 7 August 2011, 07:33 PM

This was the one that told me a load of garbage on the phone when I called them up asking about valuating my watches, same as the only AD in Brisbane.

I was so appalled by it at that time I posted about it on TRF too

johnbeth · 7 August 2011, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Figas

Could be competition from Smales in Subi.

I wonder if they were open today??

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Originally Posted by capote

Maybe Rosendorff had a dentist appointment.

rolio · 7 August 2011, 11:22 PM

My local AD is no longer a Rolex AD. He said with the economy he's had to down-size his inventory, replace a few brands, Rolex being one of them, and reduce the square footage of his shop. Believe it or not, Rado is one of the lines he's brought in. (I know JJ would have had a great comment on that one.) But that is what this economy has done to many. And folks, I believe there will be a great paradigmatic shift in the world's view of consuming, and the grand "joy of life scale." But, that's another thread.

Mr. K · 8 August 2011, 12:06 AM

It will be interesting to see which ADs survive when Rolex boutiques come out.

johnbeth · 8 August 2011, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by rolio

My local AD is no longer a Rolex AD. He said with the economy he's had to down-size his inventory, replace a few brands, Rolex being one of them, and reduce the square footage of his shop. Believe it or not, Rado is one of the lines he's brought in. (I know JJ would have had a great comment on that one.) But that is what this economy has done to many. And folks, I believe there will be a great paradigmatic shift in the world's view of consuming, and the grand "joy of life scale." But, that's another thread.

There are only two Rolex ADs in Perth. That is a worry if one closes down as monopoly wont be good for people wanting a good bargain.

Mr. K · 8 August 2011, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by johnbeth

There are only two Rolex ADs in Perth. That is a worry if one closes down as monopoly wont be good for people wanting a good bargain.

This is true. Are you guys able to buy from non-local ADs, maybe international? Just a thought but not sure how customs will look at it.

johnbeth · 8 August 2011, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. K

This is true. Are you guys able to buy from non-local ADs, maybe international? Just a thought but not sure how customs will look at it.

There are other avenues we purchase from and have been buying from. However, seeing an AD closed on a weekend day trade made me wonder if they are going to dissapear soon!

jimchan · 8 August 2011, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. K

This is true. Are you guys able to buy from non-local ADs, maybe international? Just a thought but not sure how customs will look at it.

Why not purchase at Singapore. Can claim 7% Vat refund and won't have any problem with Singapore Customs

ktmd · 8 August 2011, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by rolio

And folks, I believe there will be a great paradigmatic shift in the world's view of consuming, and the grand "joy of life scale." But, that's another thread.

I agree 100%. This is already happening.

The good news is that the crashing economy should allow for some pretty good deals on preowned Rolex watches.

johnbeth · 8 August 2011, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by ktmd

I agree 100%. This is already happening.

The good news is that the crashing economy should allow for some pretty good deals on preowned Rolex watches.

Unfortunate circumstances for those people who end up selling their pride and joys to be able to pay their bills due to a cash crunch.

sln4tra · 8 August 2011, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by johnbeth

Unfortunate circumstances for those people who end up selling their pride and joys to be able to pay their bills due to a cash crunch.

I see that situation a lot.

sleddog · 8 August 2011, 01:59 PM

Rosendorff certainly have a great central location John...

Maybe the cost of being open on a Sunday with all the employee penalty rates etc, isn't viable for them any longer!!

johnbeth · 8 August 2011, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by sleddog

Rosendorff certainly have a great central location John...

Maybe the cost of being open on a Sunday with all the employee penalty rates etc, isn't viable for them any longer!!

Central location that it is!

Costs to operate must be rising and it seems their margins must be getting squeezed to make their Sundays trade even more difficult for them. Oh well...

EE33 · 8 August 2011, 02:17 PM

My AD is located in Orlando FL, he trades 7 days a week with awesome customer service. His name is David SW.

sleddog · 8 August 2011, 02:20 PM

Just before Des got in here, my respnse was exactly that!!
All the WA crew goes to the AD of DavidSW!!

johnbeth · 8 August 2011, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by EE33

My AD is located in Orlando FL, he trades 7 days a week with awesome customer service. His name is David SW.

Mine too!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleddog

Just before Des got in here, my respnse was exactly that!!
All the WA crew goes to the AD of DavidSW!!

bondtoys · 8 August 2011, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rolio

My local AD is no longer a Rolex AD. He said with the economy he's had to down-size his inventory, replace a few brands, Rolex being one of them, and reduce the square footage of his shop. Believe it or not, Rado is one of the lines he's brought in. (I know JJ would have had a great comment on that one.) But that is what this economy has done to many. And folks, I believe there will be a great paradigmatic shift in the world's view of consuming, and the grand "joy of life scale." But, that's another thread.

Without knowing your AD in detail, this seems to be a load of bull.

Usually, if someone has a Rolex AD, that's the basis for his business.It's the daily bread and butter for him and his company. A great part of his revenue and profit comes from Rolex, other brands add to that - nothing more.

So, if he's seriously slimming down his inventory, he'd do that with any other brand but not with Rolex.

Sounds to me like a very bad explanation, why he has lost the AD status for Rolex.

EE33 · 8 August 2011, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleddog

Just before Des got in here, my respnse was exactly that!!
All the WA crew goes to the AD of DavidSW!!

Rob,
I'd love to buy from either of the 2 local AD's, BUT they don't give me the oppotunity to do so with their outrageous prices. If I paid their prices, I can buy 3 from David and get one free.

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnbeth

Mine too!!

sleddog · 8 August 2011, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EE33

Rob,
I'd love to buy from either of the 2 local AD's, BUT they don't give me the oppotunity to do so with their outrageous prices. If I paid their prices, I can buy 3 from David and get one free.

I hear 'ya Des.....and I don't blame you one bit as I do the same!

Nugs · 8 August 2011, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by EE33

Rob,
I'd love to buy from either of the 2 local AD's, BUT they don't give me the oppotunity to do so with their outrageous prices. If I paid their prices, I can buy 3 from David and get one free.

I'd also like to buy local but the prices are pretty crazy. Just for an example Smales in Subiaco has a 16600 Sea Dweller for $12,000 and they wouldn't shift a cent on the price.

sleddog · 8 August 2011, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nugs

I'd also like to buy local but the prices are pretty crazy. Just for an example Smales in Subiaco has a 16600 Sea Dweller for $12,000 and they wouldn't shift a cent on the price.

12K!?!?!

That's insane..

I've got one just serviced last year for a 11K if you're interested!!

EE33 · 8 August 2011, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nugs

I'd also like to buy local but the prices are pretty crazy. Just for an example Smales in Subiaco has a 16600 Sea Dweller for $12,000 and they wouldn't shift a cent on the price.

Funny thing is that I've never asked David for a discount off a watch, cuz I know his quoted price to me is already darn bloody good.

watchf · 8 August 2011, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nugs

I'd also like to buy local but the prices are pretty crazy. Just for an example Smales in Subiaco has a 16600 Sea Dweller for $12,000 and they wouldn't shift a cent on the price.

Its always a shock and hilarous reaction hearing about prices from Aussie AD. Its as if they spewed so much BS for such a long time they start believing in it and think its normal! AU$12k can almost get 2 subc on TRF. I remembered earlier this year when I wss in the process of getting a SS subc Australia AD were charging almost AU$10k for a new one :D Insane!

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93 Turbo · 8 August 2011, 03:44 PM

As mentioned earlier I thought a Perth Rolex AD would be doing a roaring trade, well perhaps a steady trade with never ending mining boom WA is experiencing.

Like you Des I will continue to purchase from trusted sellers right here. As you mentioned I can literally buy three from the FS section for the price of one at full retail in Aus.

I have mentioned before that I have never been inside a Rolex AD here in Australia. That may change when the new 116570 hits the streets. But that will only be to have a look, as I am sure the retail on these will be pushing close to $12K.

greekbum · 8 August 2011, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bondtoys.de

Without knowing your AD in detail, this seems to be a load of bull.

Usually, if someone has a Rolex AD, that's the basis for his business.It's the daily bread and butter for him and his company. A great part of his revenue and profit comes from Rolex, other brands add to that - nothing more.
So, if he's seriously slimming down his inventory, he'd do that with any other brand but not with Rolex.
Sounds to me like a very bad explanation, why he has lost the AD status for Rolex.

X2 IMHO Rolex gave him the letter

johnbeth · 24 August 2011, 12:41 AM

I heard that Rosendorf might be looking to offload...

7 August 2011, 03:39 PM	#1
johnbeth "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Depends on mood. Posts: 9,536	Business must be tough for some ADs Was walking through Hay Street Mall here in Perth City and saw the Rolex AD that is usually open for trade on Sundays closed now a few Sundays in a row and its not even 1pm. I said to myself business must be really slow, whats even more weird, WA is one of the richest states of Australia due to mining. So go figure.

7 August 2011, 04:48 PM	#3
Figas "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: UK Posts: 11	Could be competition from Smales in Subi. __________________ Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 16520 Zenith St/St WD T Rolex Daytona Cosmograph 116520 Rolex St/St WD F Rolex Sea Dweller Deep Sea 116660 V Dornbluth & Sohn Cal 99.3 Omega Constellation 18k circa 1969

7 August 2011, 11:22 PM	#7
rolio "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: justRay Location: Back2California Watch: Birdies Posts: 1,921	My local AD is no longer a Rolex AD. He said with the economy he's had to down-size his inventory, replace a few brands, Rolex being one of them, and reduce the square footage of his shop. Believe it or not, Rado is one of the lines he's brought in. (I know JJ would have had a great comment on that one.) But that is what this economy has done to many. And folks, I believe there will be a great paradigmatic shift in the world's view of consuming, and the grand "joy of life scale." But, that's another thread. __________________ JJ "Tranquil? Just wait till I get started!! LOL! LOL!" --JJ Rolex~By way of an extraordinary life, and all the simple pleasures it has to offer~

8 August 2011, 01:59 PM	#16
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	Rosendorff certainly have a great central location John... Maybe the cost of being open on a Sunday with all the employee penalty rates etc, isn't viable for them any longer!! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

8 August 2011, 02:17 PM	#18
EE33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Des Location: China Watch: 16613 16710 116520 Posts: 2,841	My AD is located in Orlando FL, he trades 7 days a week with awesome customer service. His name is David SW. __________________ *TRFs "after Dark" bar and NightClub Addict* Punctuality is the courtesy shown only by Kings Dalip: "GTG posts are worthless without pics, absolutely worthless"

7 August 2011, 04:19 PM	#2
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	Market crash may slow the middle class even more from buying one. I am sure that it won't stop Rolex from raising their prices again soon though.

7 August 2011, 07:11 PM	#4
capote "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: Sweden Watch: 16570 Posts: 7,315	Maybe Rosendorff had a dentist appointment.

7 August 2011, 07:33 PM	#5
watchf "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 2,458	This was the one that told me a load of garbage on the phone when I called them up asking about valuating my watches, same as the only AD in Brisbane. I was so appalled by it at that time I posted about it on TRF too

8 August 2011, 12:06 AM	#8
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,078	It will be interesting to see which ADs survive when Rolex boutiques come out.

8 August 2011, 02:20 PM	#19
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	Just before Des got in here, my respnse was exactly that!! All the WA crew goes to the AD of DavidSW!! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

8 August 2011, 03:44 PM	#28
93 Turbo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Australia Watch: Rolex.Tudor.PAM Posts: 1,554	As mentioned earlier I thought a Perth Rolex AD would be doing a roaring trade, well perhaps a steady trade with never ending mining boom WA is experiencing. Like you Des I will continue to purchase from trusted sellers right here. As you mentioned I can literally buy three from the FS section for the price of one at full retail in Aus. I have mentioned before that I have never been inside a Rolex AD here in Australia. That may change when the new 116570 hits the streets. But that will only be to have a look, as I am sure the retail on these will be pushing close to $12K.

24 August 2011, 12:41 AM	#30
johnbeth "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Depends on mood. Posts: 9,536	I heard that Rosendorf might be looking to offload...

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