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rolex75216 · 15 March 2013, 11:15 AM

With Basel 2013 right around the corner, I am wondering how many people are waiting to purchase a Rolex until they see what announcements are made at the watch show.

FightOnSC! · 15 March 2013, 11:17 AM

I'm sure whatever is new at Basel will still take quite a long time to get to ADs and dealers on here. So if there's something your heart is set on, go for it. I'm sure your desires won't change even after Basel (unless some crazy anniversary Daytona comes out or something)

Ravager135 · 15 March 2013, 11:43 AM

My next is going to be a GMTIIC. I am saving my last bit of hope that Basel will unveil what we all want for this model.

beshannon · 15 March 2013, 11:51 AM

I am waiting for something I like when I see it in a dealers showcase.

Sub4Life · 15 March 2013, 11:56 AM

Why wait? Buy one now and another later this year. Anything unveiled at Basel will not be in AD's until Sept at the earliest.

Bangel · 15 March 2013, 11:56 AM

I'm happy to wait.

Not that long to go until Basel anyway, even though any new models won't appear in ADs until later in the year.

Jsan20 · 15 March 2013, 11:59 AM

I am picking one up now but was thinking about leaving the stickers intact until after Basel. I am picking up a tt sub this week for my b-day. I really want a tt sub in rose gold so I may wait to see what happens. If a new Daytona or gmt come out I will be buying one of those as well.

Speed · 15 March 2013, 12:04 PM

Not I.

kilyung · 15 March 2013, 12:14 PM

Need to see something new from Rolex for my next deal

Hairdude1 · 15 March 2013, 12:44 PM

I am also waiting.

rohardi · 15 March 2013, 12:44 PM

I'd like to see a new SS Daytona with a ceramic bezel. A bump in size would be great too!

LightOnAHill · 15 March 2013, 12:47 PM

I'm not buying before or after... Where was my option in the poll?

dcash0615 · 15 March 2013, 01:00 PM

No plans to purchase before. There is nothing that has sparked my interest this week in the current Rolex line up. Who knows though, maybe that will change next week.

samuel019 · 15 March 2013, 01:04 PM

I'm waiting

seand442 · 15 March 2013, 01:37 PM

Be curious to see, but since the blue YM and Sky-Dweller are still rare, almost a year later, if you are looking to buy something they introduce this year, you can save your cash until sometime in early 2014 if you are lucky.

blackout · 15 March 2013, 02:03 PM

Pleaseeeeeeeeee SS Daytona with 41- 42mm case and date wheel!.... or Deepsea challenge!!!!! I know, I know wishful thinking!

chili90 · 15 March 2013, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sub4Life

Why wait? Buy one now and another later this year. Anything unveiled at Basel will not be in AD's until Sept at the earliest.

well said -- also keep in mind they may have spike up the price

travisb · 15 March 2013, 06:34 PM

I'm impatiently waiting...

petesjag · 15 March 2013, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by seand442

Be curious to see, but since the blue YM and Sky-Dweller are still rare, almost a year later, if you are looking to buy something they introduce this year, you can save your cash until sometime in early 2014 if you are lucky.

Second this..

If a new daytona comes out, it may be a longer wait..

Bangel · 15 March 2013, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by seand442

Be curious to see, but since the blue YM and Sky-Dweller are still rare, almost a year later, if you are looking to buy something they introduce this year, you can save your cash until sometime in early 2014 if you are lucky.

I think rarity is variable.

I remember being able to try on the Sky Dweller and blue Yacht Master last year at the ADs where I am without much difficulty. Just walked past and there they were on display. This of course is probably more to do with plain luck and could be anomalous to everyone else's experience.

Granted, the earliest appearance of the new models in ADs would have to be some months after Basel.

Cru Jones · 15 March 2013, 08:17 PM

not really in the market at the moment, but, of those that i do think often about, it's not rolex at the moment. for me, at this time, my LVc and DJ cover all the rolex bases.

benlee · 15 March 2013, 08:19 PM

Better to wait. It's just around the corner.

AK797 · 15 March 2013, 09:20 PM

Ive got my next three watch buys planned and budgeted for, a Rolex and 2 APs. I would be very surprised if Rolex came out with something that changed my plans.

Lol-x · 15 March 2013, 09:28 PM

I will wait for Basel, last year Tudor presented some outstanding retro models.
I have only a small glimmer of hope that Rolex may follow suit with a retro model this year.
A new model in the Rolex range would be great.
Buying something now would only be vintage for me.....and there might be a vintage giveaway around the corner....

FeelingTheBlues · 15 March 2013, 09:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lol-x

I will wait for Basel, last year Tudor presented some outstanding retro models.
I have only a small glimmer of hope that Rolex may follow suit with a retro model this year.
A new model in the Rolex range would be great.
Buying something now would only be vintage for me.....and there might be a vintage giveaway around the corner....

I'd like to see Rolex introducing a retro looking model but with the watches they released lately I somehow doubt it. Still, one can always be surprised!

As for the possible vintage giveaway...

Cru Jones · 15 March 2013, 10:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lol-x

.....and there might be a vintage giveaway around the corner....

great news! especially b/c my PM box is 98% full!

floater156 · 15 March 2013, 10:22 PM

I don't think there will be a price increase before Basel, so might as well wait. Especially if you're in the market for the Daytona, because this year is its 50th anniversary.

rolex75216 · 15 March 2013, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chili90

also keep in mind they may have spike up the price

Good point on a possible price increase. Is this the time of year that Rolex introduces price changes? Also, when they do have a price increase, what percentage are we talking about?

Alex Ks · 15 March 2013, 10:46 PM

Buying a Rolex is a pretty big investment, therefore, I would like to wait until after Basel to make my final decision. Would be a shame if you buy a Rolex now and something much better comes along..

masterserg · 15 March 2013, 11:01 PM

And what about Basel 2014? and 15?

If there's something you like ... get it and enjoy it now. Who knows what's going to happen tomorrow.

View Poll Results: Purchase Now or After Basel 2013
I am waiting to hear what Rolex has planned before making a purchase	93	58.86%
Regardless of what Rolex announces my mind is made up and I'm buying now	34	21.52%
I will be purchasing now and after Basel 2013 if I see something else I like	31	19.62%
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15 March 2013, 11:15 AM	#1
rolex75216 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 2,008	Purchase Now or After Basel 2013? With Basel 2013 right around the corner, I am wondering how many people are waiting to purchase a Rolex until they see what announcements are made at the watch show.

15 March 2013, 11:51 AM	#4
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	I am waiting for something I like when I see it in a dealers showcase. __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

15 March 2013, 01:04 PM	#14
samuel019 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Anthony Location: Triad Watch: Me go broke!!!! Posts: 4,038	I'm waiting __________________ Rolex Collection: A few here and there. Just ask

15 March 2013, 01:37 PM	#15
seand442 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Earth Watch: 116610 Posts: 3,455	Be curious to see, but since the blue YM and Sky-Dweller are still rare, almost a year later, if you are looking to buy something they introduce this year, you can save your cash until sometime in early 2014 if you are lucky. __________________ NEVER ARGUE WITH AN IDIOT. FIRST THEY WILL DRAG YOU DOWN TO THEIR LEVEL. THEN, THEY WILL BEAT YOU WITH EXPERIENCE.

15 March 2013, 11:17 AM	#2
FightOnSC! "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: J Location: El Lay Watch: AP. Rolex. The end Posts: 636	I'm sure whatever is new at Basel will still take quite a long time to get to ADs and dealers on here. So if there's something your heart is set on, go for it. I'm sure your desires won't change even after Basel (unless some crazy anniversary Daytona comes out or something)

15 March 2013, 11:43 AM	#3
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,224	My next is going to be a GMTIIC. I am saving my last bit of hope that Basel will unveil what we all want for this model.

15 March 2013, 11:56 AM	#5
Sub4Life Banned Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Alturas, CA Watch: Submariner Date Posts: 318	Why wait? Buy one now and another later this year. Anything unveiled at Basel will not be in AD's until Sept at the earliest.

15 March 2013, 11:56 AM	#6
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	I'm happy to wait. Not that long to go until Basel anyway, even though any new models won't appear in ADs until later in the year.

15 March 2013, 11:59 AM	#7
Jsan20 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: James Location: Michigan Watch: 116613LB Posts: 861	I am picking one up now but was thinking about leaving the stickers intact until after Basel. I am picking up a tt sub this week for my b-day. I really want a tt sub in rose gold so I may wait to see what happens. If a new Daytona or gmt come out I will be buying one of those as well.

15 March 2013, 12:04 PM	#8
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Not I.

15 March 2013, 12:14 PM	#9
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Need to see something new from Rolex for my next deal

15 March 2013, 12:44 PM	#10
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	I am also waiting.

15 March 2013, 12:44 PM	#11
rohardi "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Rhode Island USA Watch: 116610LN, 216570 Posts: 787	I'd like to see a new SS Daytona with a ceramic bezel. A bump in size would be great too!

15 March 2013, 12:47 PM	#12
LightOnAHill "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Bryan Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: YG DD lchdp Posts: 2,963	I'm not buying before or after... Where was my option in the poll?

15 March 2013, 01:00 PM	#13
dcash0615 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: CA Watch: es Posts: 4,395	No plans to purchase before. There is nothing that has sparked my interest this week in the current Rolex line up. Who knows though, maybe that will change next week.

15 March 2013, 02:03 PM	#16
blackout "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Everywhere Watch: SubC LN & LV Posts: 743	Pleaseeeeeeeeee SS Daytona with 41- 42mm case and date wheel!.... or Deepsea challenge!!!!! I know, I know wishful thinking!

15 March 2013, 06:34 PM	#18
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	I'm impatiently waiting...

15 March 2013, 08:17 PM	#21
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,299	not really in the market at the moment, but, of those that i do think often about, it's not rolex at the moment. for me, at this time, my LVc and DJ cover all the rolex bases.

15 March 2013, 08:19 PM	#22
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,874	Better to wait. It's just around the corner.

15 March 2013, 09:20 PM	#23
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Ive got my next three watch buys planned and budgeted for, a Rolex and 2 APs. I would be very surprised if Rolex came out with something that changed my plans.

15 March 2013, 09:28 PM	#24
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,587	I will wait for Basel, last year Tudor presented some outstanding retro models. I have only a small glimmer of hope that Rolex may follow suit with a retro model this year. A new model in the Rolex range would be great. Buying something now would only be vintage for me.....and there might be a vintage giveaway around the corner.... __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

15 March 2013, 10:22 PM	#27
floater156 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Chris Location: Wisconsin Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,984	I don't think there will be a price increase before Basel, so might as well wait. Especially if you're in the market for the Daytona, because this year is its 50th anniversary. __________________ Lead by example through production.

15 March 2013, 10:46 PM	#29
Alex Ks "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: London, UK Posts: 289	Buying a Rolex is a pretty big investment, therefore, I would like to wait until after Basel to make my final decision. Would be a shame if you buy a Rolex now and something much better comes along..

15 March 2013, 11:01 PM	#30
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	And what about Basel 2014? and 15? If there's something you like ... get it and enjoy it now. Who knows what's going to happen tomorrow. __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

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