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Juantxo · 23 January 2019, 11:45 PM

Sorry for beating the proverbial dead horse but I must ask: Is there a final word on why are the dealers’ Rolex shelves mostly empty nowadays...? Thank you for your answers.

mangoseed · 23 January 2019, 11:51 PM

My AD told me that Rolex will stop all SS production by the end of 2019, and that all pieces will be TT or PM by mid 2021.

Kyle3130 · 23 January 2019, 11:54 PM

Extreme demand. That is all. People buy when they get the opportunity just because it’s available and not because they actually want the watch! Crazy times!

watchwatcher · 23 January 2019, 11:55 PM

It is the the new normal as far as I can see.

m j b · 23 January 2019, 11:55 PM

Sales are up, shelves are empty.

I think the production of some models (we don't know which ones yet) is changing over to the new movements or other changes that will be released/announced at Basel. So there's less in the pipeline right now. Plus, Christmas.

Tokyo Mike · 23 January 2019, 11:59 PM

My AD said most SS are being sent to china and are being handed out to CCP officials.

There is also a stockpile on an island, in the Pacific.

Ruud Van Driver · 24 January 2019, 12:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mangoseed

My AD told me that Rolex will stop all SS production by the end of 2019, and that all pieces will be TT or PM by mid 2021.

This is the best one yet!

jimcameron · 24 January 2019, 12:06 AM

When the Chinese bubble bursts, you'll be able to buy them at 1/2 price. Any day now.

harvey · 24 January 2019, 12:14 AM

...it won't be the final word, not by a long chalk.

Chilly Coconut · 24 January 2019, 12:22 AM

Apparently not.

ap1 · 24 January 2019, 12:37 AM

Fomo

beshannon · 24 January 2019, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Juantxo

Sorry for beating the proverbial dead horse but I must ask: Is there a final word on why are the dealers’ Rolex shelves mostly empty nowadays...? Thank you for your answers.

Yes they are sold as fast as they arrive.

Simple.

lawrence1 · 24 January 2019, 12:53 AM

because a lot of people want them, and Rolex is not making enough of them to go around.

siempreko · 24 January 2019, 12:53 AM

Supply & Demand.

Think about the annual “must have” Christmas present. They usually fly off the shelves, and are very difficult to find. You might be able to find some on eBay, or the classifieds, for a premium price. Similarly, Rolex watches are available, at a premium, via grey market dealers.

Historically, Rolex has also experienced similar holiday shortages, and the demand went up before Christmas/Chanukah/Kwanza/Festivus. Now that the global economy had dramatically improved over the last two years, and the year round demand for Rolex watches had also increased dramatically.

This too shall pass, after the economy begins to cool. The demand will decrease, and the supply will magically increase.

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DP63 · 24 January 2019, 12:54 AM

Same supply .. increased demand.

Simple.

toomann · 24 January 2019, 12:54 AM

Sorry but there all in my basement safe. What can I say, I'm a hoarder.

zjd168 · 24 January 2019, 12:57 AM

Has been discussed million times, which answer are you looking forward to?

Eric-London · 24 January 2019, 01:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mangoseed

My AD told me that Rolex will stop all SS production by the end of 2019, and that all pieces will be TT or PM by mid 2021.

My AD told me Rolex will only produce precious metal watches by the end of this year. All will have emeralds on them.

jsausley · 24 January 2019, 01:06 AM

Supply and demand.

Demand is at an all time high. Supply is unchanged. Rolex isn't a reactionary company. They don't need to make more. If they did it would dilute the brand.

Sublovin · 24 January 2019, 01:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mangoseed

My AD told me that Rolex will stop all SS production by the end of 2019, and that all pieces will be TT or PM by mid 2021.

And you are repeating this? Ask your AD who is going to win the Super Bowl please

Brew · 24 January 2019, 01:17 AM

Can this please be the final thread on scarcity?

In-Cog-Neeto · 24 January 2019, 01:21 AM

Infiltrate the dealers find the supplier

jeffnnj · 24 January 2019, 01:24 AM

I saw that Rolex has a 50% off Groupon for the Daytona.

codecow · 24 January 2019, 01:26 AM

I am not sure but I’m fairly certain that if there is a final word this thread will reveal it.

Wedders · 24 January 2019, 01:27 AM

I think some of the problem is created by the AD. My experience is not about buying a watch which I have already tried but for a bezel insert for my 16710. I asked the dealer to get me a Pepsi insert as mine is a coke. He said if he sent it to RSC they would only fit what was originally supplied with the watch, and if that was coke that’s what I’d get.
I phoned RSC with the same request and they said send it in which I did and voila job done £55 all in.
The moral of this story is try not to use the AD’s if at all possible.

JayHantz · 24 January 2019, 01:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brew

Can this please be the final thread on scarcity?

+1

Please...

ROLEXster · 24 January 2019, 01:47 AM

SS = Tudor

TT + PM = Rolex

In-Cog-Neeto · 24 January 2019, 01:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ROLEXster

SS = Tudor

TT + PM = Rolex

Man, I hate algebra

I give up, What’s the answer?

Boaters · 24 January 2019, 01:57 AM

I get it that people have questions, but I heard this and I heard that is just hear-say or better yet fake news. Rolex has always kept things close to the heart NOBODY knows what is happening but them and probably only the lucky few that sit around the big table. People that keep making these posts only make themselves look silly

123Blueface · 24 January 2019, 02:00 AM

I just missed a white Daytona C by hours.
Lots of shipments in January.

23 January 2019, 11:45 PM	#1
Juantxo Banned Join Date: May 2016 Location: Utopia Posts: 2,101	A final word on scarcity...? Sorry for beating the proverbial dead horse but I must ask: Is there a final word on why are the dealers’ Rolex shelves mostly empty nowadays...? Thank you for your answers.

23 January 2019, 11:54 PM	#3
Kyle3130 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,960	Extreme demand. That is all. People buy when they get the opportunity just because it’s available and not because they actually want the watch! Crazy times! __________________

23 January 2019, 11:55 PM	#5
m j b "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Michael Location: RTP, NC, USA Watch: ♕& Ω Posts: 5,221	Sales are up, shelves are empty. I think the production of some models (we don't know which ones yet) is changing over to the new movements or other changes that will be released/announced at Basel. So there's less in the pipeline right now. Plus, Christmas. __________________ Enjoy life - it has an expiration date. Disclaimer: Please note that the avatar is not an accurate representation of how I look. The camera adds 10 pounds...

24 January 2019, 12:54 AM	#15
DP63 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: DP Location: Scotland Watch: 18078 Posts: 795	Same supply .. increased demand. Simple. __________________ 114060 - 116200 - 114300 - 18078

24 January 2019, 01:06 AM	#19
jsausley "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: North Carolina Watch: 214270/116710BLNR Posts: 813	Supply and demand. Demand is at an all time high. Supply is unchanged. Rolex isn't a reactionary company. They don't need to make more. If they did it would dilute the brand. __________________ 214270 \| 116710BLNR

23 January 2019, 11:51 PM	#2
mangoseed Banned Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Everywhere Posts: 420	My AD told me that Rolex will stop all SS production by the end of 2019, and that all pieces will be TT or PM by mid 2021.

23 January 2019, 11:55 PM	#4
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	It is the the new normal as far as I can see.

23 January 2019, 11:59 PM	#6
Tokyo Mike Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Japan Posts: 195	My AD said most SS are being sent to china and are being handed out to CCP officials. There is also a stockpile on an island, in the Pacific.

24 January 2019, 12:06 AM	#8
jimcameron "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: ByDawns Earlylite Watch: 16800 Posts: 3,580	When the Chinese bubble bursts, you'll be able to buy them at 1/2 price. Any day now.

24 January 2019, 12:14 AM	#9
harvey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rolexforums.com Posts: 5,437	...it won't be the final word, not by a long chalk.

24 January 2019, 12:22 AM	#10
Chilly Coconut Banned Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: South Posts: 558	Apparently not.

24 January 2019, 12:37 AM	#11
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,537	Fomo

24 January 2019, 12:53 AM	#13
lawrence1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: N. California Posts: 356	because a lot of people want them, and Rolex is not making enough of them to go around.

24 January 2019, 12:53 AM	#14
siempreko "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Maryland, USA Watch: Sometimes Posts: 1,197	Supply & Demand. Think about the annual “must have” Christmas present. They usually fly off the shelves, and are very difficult to find. You might be able to find some on eBay, or the classifieds, for a premium price. Similarly, Rolex watches are available, at a premium, via grey market dealers. Historically, Rolex has also experienced similar holiday shortages, and the demand went up before Christmas/Chanukah/Kwanza/Festivus. Now that the global economy had dramatically improved over the last two years, and the year round demand for Rolex watches had also increased dramatically. This too shall pass, after the economy begins to cool. The demand will decrease, and the supply will magically increase. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 January 2019, 12:54 AM	#16
toomann "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: columbus, ohio Watch: Oyster Perpetual Posts: 253	Sorry but there all in my basement safe. What can I say, I'm a hoarder.

24 January 2019, 12:57 AM	#17
zjd168 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: US Posts: 2,698	Has been discussed million times, which answer are you looking forward to?

24 January 2019, 01:17 AM	#21
Brew "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Larry Location: Finger Lakes Posts: 6,007	Can this please be the final thread on scarcity?

24 January 2019, 01:21 AM	#22
In-Cog-Neeto "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Around Posts: 1,124	Infiltrate the dealers find the supplier

24 January 2019, 01:24 AM	#23
jeffnnj "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 763	I saw that Rolex has a 50% off Groupon for the Daytona.

24 January 2019, 01:26 AM	#24
codecow "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Louis Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: PP 5131R Posts: 5,196	I am not sure but I’m fairly certain that if there is a final word this thread will reveal it.

24 January 2019, 01:27 AM	#25
Wedders "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Somewhere in U.K. Posts: 507	I think some of the problem is created by the AD. My experience is not about buying a watch which I have already tried but for a bezel insert for my 16710. I asked the dealer to get me a Pepsi insert as mine is a coke. He said if he sent it to RSC they would only fit what was originally supplied with the watch, and if that was coke that’s what I’d get. I phoned RSC with the same request and they said send it in which I did and voila job done £55 all in. The moral of this story is try not to use the AD’s if at all possible.

24 January 2019, 01:47 AM	#27
ROLEXster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Vancouver, BC Watch: is on BS wait list Posts: 990	SS = Tudor TT + PM = Rolex

24 January 2019, 01:57 AM	#29
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	I get it that people have questions, but I heard this and I heard that is just hear-say or better yet fake news. Rolex has always kept things close to the heart NOBODY knows what is happening but them and probably only the lucky few that sit around the big table. People that keep making these posts only make themselves look silly

24 January 2019, 02:00 AM	#30
123Blueface "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: USA Watch: All Posts: 5,316	I just missed a white Daytona C by hours. Lots of shipments in January. __________________ Rolex 228235 DD40 Olive, 126710BLRO, 116710BLNR, 116613LB, 116500LN White, 126610LN, 116500LN Black, 126610LV, 116610LV, 126334 Blue Diamond Breitling Navitimer 01, Cartier Santos Large

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