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Old 26 July 2019, 11:10 AM   #1
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Vancouver/Alaska stores

Heading to Vancouver then on to an Alaskan cruise upcoming. Any stores recommended to visit, knowing things remain limited but look everywhere I travel. Cheers


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Old 26 July 2019, 11:51 AM   #2
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Heading to Vancouver then on to an Alaskan cruise upcoming. Any stores recommended to visit, knowing things remain limited but look everywhere I travel. Cheers


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Palladio in Vancouver is my choice. Ask for Kenny.

And about a 10 minute walk from there is the Rolex Boutique.

Selection is very very limited here. What are you looking for?

We have a high end demographic here that buys everything.... Enjoy the super cars...
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Old 26 July 2019, 01:04 PM   #3
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Pretty sure Ben Bridge in ANC is the only Alaskan Rolex AD. I'm from AK, so I can tell you that the watch game is weak in that state and while I haven't purchased from BB in ANC, I'm pretty sure it's as dry as any Alaskan store can be.
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Old 26 July 2019, 01:34 PM   #4
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I was in Vancouver two days ago and stopped in at both the boutique on Alberni and Palladio.

They had every SS model in the catalog.

Not.
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Old 27 July 2019, 12:21 AM   #5
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At this point, you'll be lucky to find anything other than a Datejust in Vancouver.

Less than 2 years ago, I was getting calls from Montecristo for Hulks, SD43s, etc.

Now, I can't even get a Submariner if I tried.

Spend your time enjoying the sights, as Rolex shopping in this city (and all cities at this point) is nothing more than an exercise in futility at this point.
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Old 27 July 2019, 01:02 AM   #6
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Check out Fly Over Canada while you are here. It’s an amazing exhibit and will not let you down.
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Old 27 July 2019, 01:21 AM   #7
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Vancouver is a very affluent city. I can't imagine there being anything in the cases there haha

Good luck! Let us know what you (don't) find
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Old 27 July 2019, 04:37 AM   #8
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Heading to Vancouver then on to an Alaskan cruise upcoming. Any stores recommended to visit, knowing things remain limited but look everywhere I travel. Cheers


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Are you heading on the celebrity cruise leaving the 28th from Vancouver going to Alaska?

In terms of stores here in Vancouver it’s pretty dry. You can check out Palladio, Lugaro, Monte Christo is the Rolex boutique but I don’t think you’ll find much.


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Old 27 July 2019, 04:55 AM   #9
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Are you heading on the celebrity cruise leaving the 28th from Vancouver going to Alaska?

In terms of stores here in Vancouver it’s pretty dry. You can check out Palladio, Lugaro, Monte Christo is the Rolex boutique but I don’t think you’ll find much.


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Monte Cristo in downtown hasn't sold Rolex for a while... Palladio and the Rolex boutique at Shangri-La sell Rolexes in DT.... don't bother looking for SS sports watches here...
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Old 27 July 2019, 05:22 AM   #10
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palladio in vancouver is my choice. Ask for kenny.

And about a 10 minute walk from there is the rolex boutique.

Selection is very very limited here. What are you looking for?

we have a high end demographic here that buys everything.... enjoy the super cars...
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Old 27 July 2019, 05:30 AM   #11
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When I was in Victoria (BC) during my cruise last year, I talked to whatever AD there. They laughed at face and said "Rolex SS sports models are not available for walk-in customers"
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Old 27 July 2019, 08:01 AM   #12
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Monte Cristo in downtown hasn't sold Rolex for a while... Palladio and the Rolex boutique at Shangri-La sell Rolexes in DT.... don't bother looking for SS sports watches here...


Oh had no clue. Thanks for the info


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Old 27 July 2019, 08:16 AM   #13
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Vancouver's stock is completely dry. The only odd chance is a Milgauss. Even a TT/PM sport models are hard to come by. But feel free to check out The Rolex Boutique on Alberni or Palladio if you are in downtown.

Also on Alberni are the various boutique such as Vacheron, IWC, Patek (actually one street over), etc. Always fun to browse. Would probably keep the family happy as well as the main Robson shopping street is beside it.
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Old 27 July 2019, 08:34 AM   #14
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Thanks for all the responses, figured it would be the same as here but always try every Rolex store when traveling.

I appreciate all the recommendations, Vancouver is beautiful and look forward to being back in that town. Going on Holland America, not celebrity.

Thanks again


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Thanks for all the responses, figured it would be the same as here but always try every Rolex store when traveling.

I appreciate all the recommendations, Vancouver is beautiful and look forward to being back in that town. Going on Holland America, not celebrity.

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Enjoy your trip! And welcome to Vancouver.


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Old 28 July 2019, 07:06 AM   #16
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Was there a month ago for a cruise to Alaska, nothing there though in Victoria they had a few nice pieces, no SS professional ones though
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Old 28 July 2019, 10:12 AM   #17
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Palladio in Vancouver is my choice. Ask for Kenny.



And about a 10 minute walk from there is the Rolex Boutique.



Selection is very very limited here. What are you looking for?



We have a high end demographic here that buys everything.... Enjoy the super cars...


Kenny +1. He seems a really nice guy, the selection is not that great


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Old 28 July 2019, 08:01 PM   #18
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I know 5 other of my friends wanting to buy the sub and all sold out in Vancouver for at least 2-3yrs wait. So weird all of a sudden everyone wants a SUB or GMT. Such high in demand right now. I told my sales lady I’ll buy 3 Rolex off you and she rejected my offer lol.
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