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DJTOSUB · 10 January 2020, 04:49 AM

Yesterday I took a mid morning train into NYC so that I would have a few hours to shop before my business meeting. I wanted to visit my favorite AD to look at some DateJusts to surprise my wife for Valentines Day.

When I got to the store I chatted with Mark for a bit before getting down to business. We discussed our holiday trips - Mark went to Disney with his wife and kids - and my wife and I were in the Caribbean. After some pleasantries I asked to see some Datejusts. To my surprise he told me that all Datejusts - especially the hot models - were allocation only and next to impossible to get.

To say that I was surprised was a huge understatement. Has the entire Rolex world gone made?

Then Mark suggested that I look at some sports models. He said lots of fashionable women were wearing oversized watches like the Daytona.

Mark walked me over to the corner display case, and to my surprise he had both the black and white ss Daytonas! What was going on?

After my initial shock, I noticed that the corner cases were stocked full of ss professional models - Subs, See-Dwellers, GMTs, Explorers, Daytonas - everything you could possibly want!

Still in shock, I asked about the Pepsi that I have been lusting over. Mark picked up one of several and handed it to me to try on. He explained that the usual discount was 10% but he could offer me 15% because of my buying history.

Mark's cell phone rang and he politely excused himself to take an important call. I took the interruption to pull out my phone and check The Rolex Forum. Sure enough, between all the threads about "is it safe to wear my watch to (fill in the blank)" and "got my first scratch" there was plenty of talk about the shortage of DateJusts - especially the PM models. Apparently everyone has gone crazy for Datejusts since Chris Evans wore one in the last Avengers movie.

Totally confused, I checked out DavidSW's site and sure enough, all professional models were selling for way under retail.

When Mark returned from his call he noticed the shock on my face. Then he suggested that if I buy one of the ss models he might be able to get me a PM dateJust in a few months - but probably not before Valentines Day.

I walked out of the store. I decided not to buy anything because it only made sense to wait to see if prices would continue to fall. Why rush a decision when there is always the possibility of a better deal tomorrow ? Who wants to buy a Pepsi if doesn't hold its value?

I was awakened with a jolt. My wife asked me what was wrong because I had been talking nonsense in my sleep. I stared at the ceiling and listened to the rain pelting against the windows. Couldn't fall back to sleep.

Chewbacca · 10 January 2020, 04:51 AM

Reclaiming my time.

nick_s_g · 10 January 2020, 04:54 AM

But which AD is the real question?

42itus · 10 January 2020, 04:58 AM

I bet if Rolex severely limited production of DJ, OP, and Pearlmasters then a scenario like this would certainly be imaginable.

iliketime · 10 January 2020, 04:59 AM

Morpheus: "Have you ever had a dream, DJTOSUB, that you were so sure was real? What if you were unable to wake from that dream? How would you know the difference between the dream world and the real world?"

ink3027 · 10 January 2020, 05:00 AM

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ink3027 · 10 January 2020, 05:01 AM

Rori · 10 January 2020, 05:02 AM

Love it :-)

RHIII · 10 January 2020, 05:04 AM

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Mr. Miami · 10 January 2020, 05:04 AM

Wow!

beshannon · 10 January 2020, 05:05 AM

ink3027 · 10 January 2020, 05:05 AM

MrMercedes · 10 January 2020, 05:06 AM

junamuan · 10 January 2020, 05:06 AM

My heart was beating with excitement and I was tempted to grab the phone to call my AD... until jolted by reality.

rickc007 · 10 January 2020, 05:11 AM

DoxaDavid · 10 January 2020, 05:12 AM

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daOnlyBG · 10 January 2020, 05:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nick_s_g

But which AD is the real question?

Tourneau.

enjoythemusic · 10 January 2020, 05:19 AM

Ban hammer time

lol!

charlesheung · 10 January 2020, 05:21 AM

April Fools' Day not yet come.
I have to admit I read the first few paragraphs seriously.

Heu · 10 January 2020, 05:22 AM

Ttm0tion · 10 January 2020, 05:23 AM

rude lol

jinikari01 · 10 January 2020, 05:24 AM

Clever. Welcome back to reality.

georgekart · 10 January 2020, 05:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iliketime

Morpheus: "Have you ever had a dream, DJTOSUB, that you were so sure was real? What if you were unable to wake from that dream? How would you know the difference between the dream world and the real world?"

As soon as I would see both a black and white SS Daytona in the window, I'd know the dream isn't real. Now if an AD called me saying my spot on a waiting list was next and they just received one and it is mine if I want it, now that would be a dream I would believe (even though I am not on a waiting list).

schoolboy · 10 January 2020, 06:01 AM

Haha love it

Watchflair · 10 January 2020, 06:03 AM

Sunstreaker · 10 January 2020, 06:06 AM

Haha - I enjoyed that!

FirstF80InSpace · 10 January 2020, 06:11 AM

Bigblu10 · 10 January 2020, 06:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJTOSUB

Yesterday I took a mid morning train into NYC so that I would have a few hours to shop before my business meeting. I wanted to visit my favorite AD to look at some DateJusts to surprise my wife for Valentines Day.

When I got to the store I chatted with Mark for a bit before getting down to business. We discussed our holiday trips - Mark went to Disney with his wife and kids - and my wife and I were in the Caribbean. After some pleasantries I asked to see some Datejusts. To my surprise he told me that all Datejusts - especially the hot models - were allocation only and next to impossible to get.

To say that I was surprised was a huge understatement. Has the entire Rolex world gone made?

Then Mark suggested that I look at some sports models. He said lots of fashionable women were wearing oversized watches like the Daytona.

Mark walked me over to the corner display case, and to my surprise he had both the black and white ss Daytonas! What was going on?

After my initial shock, I noticed that the corner cases were stocked full of ss professional models - Subs, See-Dwellers, GMTs, Explorers, Daytonas - everything you could possibly want!

Still in shock, I asked about the Pepsi that I have been lusting over. Mark picked up one of several and handed it to me to try on. He explained that the usual discount was 10% but he could offer me 15% because of my buying history.

Mark's cell phone rang and he politely excused himself to take an important call. I took the interruption to pull out my phone and check The Rolex Forum. Sure enough, between all the threads about "is it safe to wear my watch to (fill in the blank)" and "got my first scratch" there was plenty of talk about the shortage of DateJusts - especially the PM models. Apparently everyone has gone crazy for Datejusts since Chris Evans wore one in the last Avengers movie.

Totally confused, I checked out DavidSW's site and sure enough, all professional models were selling for way under retail.

When Mark returned from his call he noticed the shock on my face. Then he suggested that if I buy one of the ss models he might be able to get me a PM dateJust in a few months - but probably not before Valentines Day.

I walked out of the store. I decided not to buy anything because it only made sense to wait to see if prices would continue to fall. Why rush a decision when there is always the possibility of a better deal tomorrow ? Who wants to buy a Pepsi if doesn't hold its value?

I was awakened with a jolt. My wife asked me what was wrong because I had been talking nonsense in my sleep. I stared at the ceiling and listened to the rain pelting against the windows. Couldn't fall back to sleep.

Perhaps you are bored because the Patriots have been eliminated!

Floorguy · 10 January 2020, 06:17 AM

:,!!

10 January 2020, 04:49 AM	#1
DJTOSUB "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Boston Posts: 662	Crazy Experience at NYC AD Yesterday I took a mid morning train into NYC so that I would have a few hours to shop before my business meeting. I wanted to visit my favorite AD to look at some DateJusts to surprise my wife for Valentines Day. When I got to the store I chatted with Mark for a bit before getting down to business. We discussed our holiday trips - Mark went to Disney with his wife and kids - and my wife and I were in the Caribbean. After some pleasantries I asked to see some Datejusts. To my surprise he told me that all Datejusts - especially the hot models - were allocation only and next to impossible to get. To say that I was surprised was a huge understatement. Has the entire Rolex world gone made? Then Mark suggested that I look at some sports models. He said lots of fashionable women were wearing oversized watches like the Daytona. Mark walked me over to the corner display case, and to my surprise he had both the black and white ss Daytonas! What was going on? After my initial shock, I noticed that the corner cases were stocked full of ss professional models - Subs, See-Dwellers, GMTs, Explorers, Daytonas - everything you could possibly want! Still in shock, I asked about the Pepsi that I have been lusting over. Mark picked up one of several and handed it to me to try on. He explained that the usual discount was 10% but he could offer me 15% because of my buying history. Mark's cell phone rang and he politely excused himself to take an important call. I took the interruption to pull out my phone and check The Rolex Forum. Sure enough, between all the threads about "is it safe to wear my watch to (fill in the blank)" and "got my first scratch" there was plenty of talk about the shortage of DateJusts - especially the PM models. Apparently everyone has gone crazy for Datejusts since Chris Evans wore one in the last Avengers movie. Totally confused, I checked out DavidSW's site and sure enough, all professional models were selling for way under retail. When Mark returned from his call he noticed the shock on my face. Then he suggested that if I buy one of the ss models he might be able to get me a PM dateJust in a few months - but probably not before Valentines Day. I walked out of the store. I decided not to buy anything because it only made sense to wait to see if prices would continue to fall. Why rush a decision when there is always the possibility of a better deal tomorrow ? Who wants to buy a Pepsi if doesn't hold its value? I was awakened with a jolt. My wife asked me what was wrong because I had been talking nonsense in my sleep. I stared at the ceiling and listened to the rain pelting against the windows. Couldn't fall back to sleep.

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10 January 2020, 04:51 AM	#2
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	Reclaiming my time.

10 January 2020, 04:54 AM	#3
nick_s_g "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: NYC Posts: 61	But which AD is the real question?

10 January 2020, 04:58 AM	#4
42itus "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Honolulu Watch: 116519LN Posts: 3,828	I bet if Rolex severely limited production of DJ, OP, and Pearlmasters then a scenario like this would certainly be imaginable.

10 January 2020, 04:59 AM	#5
iliketime "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: Jack Location: NYC Watch: 16570, 16710 Posts: 1,535	Morpheus: "Have you ever had a dream, DJTOSUB, that you were so sure was real? What if you were unable to wake from that dream? How would you know the difference between the dream world and the real world?"

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junamuan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Jun Location: Vancouver, BC Watch: BLNR Posts: 672	My heart was beating with excitement and I was tempted to grab the phone to call my AD... until jolted by reality.

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10 January 2020, 05:21 AM	#20
charlesheung "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: HK Posts: 100	April Fools' Day not yet come. I have to admit I read the first few paragraphs seriously.

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Ttm0tion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Brandon Location: NY Watch: JC DeepSea Posts: 45	rude lol

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jinikari01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Chi Watch: 116710LN Posts: 642	Clever. Welcome back to reality.

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