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79280_116520 · 13 December 2018, 08:33 AM

I just read an article that mentioned Chanel will be taking over the large Rolex store located inside the Hong Kong Airport.

https://www.moodiedavittreport.com/l...der-contracts/

Sounds like economics won with the "perceived" Rolex shortage going about.

peterpl · 13 December 2018, 09:10 AM

No watches to sell = no money to be made.

Simple

~Haze~ · 13 December 2018, 09:17 AM

and being located within an airport terminal, they don't have a chance to develop many VIP or prefereed customers. They're all transitional. I've never been to HK airport, but I've always had good luck finding desirable models at airports and tourist locations because they're "hit or miss".

Maybe that is causing them to "miss" more than "hits".

iealdrich · 13 December 2018, 09:26 AM

The shelves are about half empty. They could use a store about half the size. Downsizing serves them right.

Old Expat Beast · 13 December 2018, 09:28 AM

Not surprised. The place is like a morgue these days.

It almost always looks empty from outside, but I haven't bothered going inside since last April: www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=600082

nick800 · 13 December 2018, 09:38 AM

I bought a BLNR there couple years ago

liu_watch · 13 December 2018, 11:14 AM

This is not consistent with Rolex explanation that demand is too high, and thus no inventory!

I bought a JLC at HK airport many years ago; the best airport for watch fans.

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Star Ferry · 14 December 2018, 08:48 AM

they had a ND sub the last time I was there. Airport stores always a surprise

vinny84 · 14 December 2018, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by liu_watch

This is not consistent with Rolex explanation that demand is too high, and thus no inventory!

I bought a JLC at HK airport many years ago; the best airport for watch fans.

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Maybe they really are making less watches then? This honestly comes at a surprise to me they would close that store.

Wahlberg · 14 December 2018, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iealdrich

The shelves are about half empty. They could use a store about half the size. Downsizing serves them right.

Or simply put them in a vending machine.

2001jesper · 14 December 2018, 09:01 AM

Shame - Have enjoyed window shopping there a few times

OneMoreSi · 14 December 2018, 09:15 AM

I used to enjoy having a wander when I went back to HK. Unsurprising that it is being moved.

liu_watch · 14 December 2018, 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vinny84

Maybe they really are making less watches then? This honestly comes at a surprise to me they would close that store.

I’ve always believed that. Reason could be retooling/recalibration for new movements.

There is no way demand suddenly skyrocketed in the last 2 years, from “ubiquitous” sub to none to be seen.

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benouah · 10 January 2019, 10:44 PM

Indeed Rolex AD (2 floor store) will close and Chanel will take over.
Still few ADs present
IWC
JLC
Cartier
Omega
Panerai should come in soon as well.

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beshannon · 10 January 2019, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Wahlberg

Or simply put them in a vending machine.

Since Rolex is being treated, traded and valued like other commodities, this is a great idea!

rambo99 · 10 January 2019, 11:26 PM

sad news! rolex marketing strategy is killing their AD and boutiques.

Lol-x · 10 January 2019, 11:31 PM

It is sad, its not like Hong Kong is in a financial recession.

I hope something good comes out of this for Rolex and its loyal fans/customers.

benouah · 10 January 2019, 11:33 PM

Rents among Hong Kong airport are outrageously high.
Big players like LV/Chanel can barely break even on this location...
Not Rolex fault on this one..!

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nick800 · 11 January 2019, 12:21 AM

Bummer, as I always like walking through there.

About 3 or 4 years ago, before I ever bought a Rolex, I walked in and they had a Sub Date. Offered 10% off without me saying a word. I thought about it, passed, and got on my flight home. That started the obsession, and I was kicking myself for 14 long hours.

ben_hong_kong · 30 January 2019, 10:33 AM

Just passed through the AD at the airport. Chatting to the sales staff. Delivery had apparently just been made.

Yachtmaster 37 & 40 in oystersteel and platinum on display. TT submariner and GMT out the back but available to buy.

Alas no stainless sub in stock.

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blankapdx · 30 January 2019, 11:07 AM

bummer. was gonna visit that store in june

13 December 2018, 08:33 AM	#1
79280_116520 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Costa Posts: 255	Rolex store closing at HK Airport? I just read an article that mentioned Chanel will be taking over the large Rolex store located inside the Hong Kong Airport. https://www.moodiedavittreport.com/l...der-contracts/ Sounds like economics won with the "perceived" Rolex shortage going about.

13 December 2018, 09:28 AM	#5
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,820	Not surprised. The place is like a morgue these days. It almost always looks empty from outside, but I haven't bothered going inside since last April: www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=600082 __________________ _______________________ Last edited by Old Expat Beast; 13 December 2018 at 11:22 AM..

10 January 2019, 11:31 PM	#17
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,587	It is sad, its not like Hong Kong is in a financial recession. I hope something good comes out of this for Rolex and its loyal fans/customers. __________________ *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

10 January 2019, 11:33 PM	#18
benouah "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 237	Rolex store closing at HK Airport? Rents among Hong Kong airport are outrageously high. Big players like LV/Chanel can barely break even on this location... Not Rolex fault on this one..! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 December 2018, 09:10 AM	#2
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	No watches to sell = no money to be made. Simple

13 December 2018, 09:17 AM	#3
~Haze~ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: BOSTON, MA USA Posts: 373	and being located within an airport terminal, they don't have a chance to develop many VIP or prefereed customers. They're all transitional. I've never been to HK airport, but I've always had good luck finding desirable models at airports and tourist locations because they're "hit or miss". Maybe that is causing them to "miss" more than "hits".

13 December 2018, 09:26 AM	#4
iealdrich "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: USAsia Posts: 44	The shelves are about half empty. They could use a store about half the size. Downsizing serves them right.

13 December 2018, 09:38 AM	#6
nick800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 1,581	I bought a BLNR there couple years ago

13 December 2018, 11:14 AM	#7
liu_watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: FL Posts: 667	This is not consistent with Rolex explanation that demand is too high, and thus no inventory! I bought a JLC at HK airport many years ago; the best airport for watch fans. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 December 2018, 08:48 AM	#8
Star Ferry Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: down by the river Posts: 4,926	they had a ND sub the last time I was there. Airport stores always a surprise

14 December 2018, 09:01 AM	#11
2001jesper "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Jesper Location: Earth Watch: 116234 Posts: 1,771	Shame - Have enjoyed window shopping there a few times

14 December 2018, 09:15 AM	#12
OneMoreSi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: London Watch: DSSD,Explorer,GMT Posts: 150	I used to enjoy having a wander when I went back to HK. Unsurprising that it is being moved.

10 January 2019, 10:44 PM	#14
benouah "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 237	Indeed Rolex AD (2 floor store) will close and Chanel will take over. Still few ADs present IWC JLC Cartier Omega Panerai should come in soon as well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

10 January 2019, 11:26 PM	#16
rambo99 Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Tokyo Watch: SD43,PAM1616,Hulk Posts: 3,567	sad news! rolex marketing strategy is killing their AD and boutiques.

11 January 2019, 12:21 AM	#19
nick800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 1,581	Bummer, as I always like walking through there. About 3 or 4 years ago, before I ever bought a Rolex, I walked in and they had a Sub Date. Offered 10% off without me saying a word. I thought about it, passed, and got on my flight home. That started the obsession, and I was kicking myself for 14 long hours.

30 January 2019, 10:33 AM	#20
ben_hong_kong "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: HKG Posts: 11	Just passed through the AD at the airport. Chatting to the sales staff. Delivery had apparently just been made. Yachtmaster 37 & 40 in oystersteel and platinum on display. TT submariner and GMT out the back but available to buy. Alas no stainless sub in stock. Sent from my SM-G950F using Tapatalk

30 January 2019, 11:07 AM	#21
blankapdx "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: USA Watch: 116500 black Posts: 312	bummer. was gonna visit that store in june

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