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19 August 2015, 06:59 PM
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Hello from Western Australia - Nervous First Time Buyer
Hi everyone
 Thought I'd come over and introduce myself. I love jewellery, in particular, diamonds. I am on numerous jewellery forums and over the years have made great friends, all around world, from this hobby. As a result of frequenting those forums, watches started to feature more and more in my thoughts and subsequent wish list.  I am new to Rolex and was directed here by another watch enthusiast. I recently visited the only two AD's in the area and ended falling in love with Datejust Lady 31, with the silver dial with diamond markers. I thought, style wise, I'd be more a Cartier girl, but the minute that Rolex went on my wrist, I was sold. I'd love to hear your thoughts about buying Rolex in Australia. The issue of discounts seems to be contentious one and whilst I know what my heart desires I don't want to get ripped off either. I have looked at the amazing sellers on here too. However with our exchange rate being what it is and taking into account GST and duty on receipt, I don't think that's an option at this time. I appreciate you taking the time to read my introduction and thank you for all the useful advice I have found within this forum. 
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19 August 2015, 07:47 PM
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19 August 2015, 08:01 PM
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Hi Susi.
Go see Joel Smales at Subi, tell him you love VW's, bagpipes and rockabilly. Then hit him for a big discount, he's a good guy. Tell him Eddie sent you. 
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19 August 2015, 08:17 PM
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19 August 2015, 08:43 PM
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19 August 2015, 08:49 PM
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Hi susi
Welcome. I live in Perth and recently ventured over to watches after fountain pens. Strange for being a young guy. Discounts are obviously contentious and with the dollar even more so. One thing you have in your favour is that the model your after is possible. A lot of the comments are around sport watches (submariner gmt Daytona etc) which can be quite difficult to get a discount in Perth. Given you have a jewellery background I would suggest smales. There could be benefits wrapped up other ways. Alternatively if your in Melbourne or Sydney there is that option. I made the decision for my first to buy from an AD and I'm glad I did. I could of saved around 500-1000 buying online but to me the safety was worth it. I've had good and bad experiences with both ADs we have here. All you can do is ask. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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19 August 2015, 09:17 PM
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19 August 2015, 09:43 PM
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19 August 2015, 11:11 PM
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 I met him a couple of years ago when I was looking at diamond rings. He gave me a real hard time for buying my engagement ring from the U.S. Said I had let Australia and Scotland down.  When it's time to buy I'll head over in my tartan mini skirt and see how I go!! 
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19 August 2015, 11:21 PM
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Thank you for that. It all makes sense. Being a newbie to this world is scary because it's big $$$ even at entry level. I'd much prefer the comfort of buying from an AD as I am way to green at this to try anything else. However I also don't want to waste a reasonable sum of money if I don't have to. I was treated very respectfully at both but we haven't talked money yet. I'll be sure to do a reveal when I get it and comment on how I got. Oh and I like pens too. I have been obsessed with pens and stationery since a young age. Perhaps it's a natural progression.
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19 August 2015, 11:22 PM
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Thank you to everyone who relied to my thread. You have a great forum and resource here. It's a pleasure to be able to participate.
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20 August 2015, 12:05 AM
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20 August 2015, 04:22 AM
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20 August 2015, 04:29 AM
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20 August 2015, 09:52 AM
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20 August 2015, 03:27 PM
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21 August 2015, 03:15 PM
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22 August 2015, 06:30 PM
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23 August 2015, 03:40 AM
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23 August 2015, 12:00 PM
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26 August 2015, 08:29 PM
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Cheers everyone!
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27 August 2015, 12:21 AM
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29 August 2015, 10:41 AM
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29 August 2015, 11:58 AM
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