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yankeeromeo · 18 September 2021, 11:03 PM

I'm not normally a bi metal watch guy, but I've tried the two tone root beer on and fallen in love.

Do I pay the grey price as a call from an AD is very unlikely.

I truly love how the watch feels and looks on.
Seeing them for about £15.5k gbp

Marcjvr · 18 September 2021, 11:05 PM

Yes. No. Maybe.

Only you can decide

wez004 · 18 September 2021, 11:08 PM

Oh man, I've just spent £ 16k on a Pepsi GMT II. I want the watch, I am a mug.

pedersenkl · 18 September 2021, 11:24 PM

CHNR is a beauty!

It is obtainable via an AD, but still not easy. Well sought after as a TT.

It may be a 6 month to 1 yr wait. If you buy gray, you can get it for about a 20-30% markup, depending on taxes or not….and you could have within a few days.

Your call. I went the AD route and visited/called/emailed several within driving distance and eventually one called me back stating they had one and wanted to sell to me based off interest expressed in my communication. Paid MSRP. Happy with it!

IamJacky · 18 September 2021, 11:26 PM

It's definitely a gorgeous piece.

As for whether you should go grey on it, opinions are very divided here. Me personally, I'd say if you want it bad enough and have the financial means to without jeopardizing your daily life, then go sign up on a "wait list" from the ADs and then get one from grey. When you get the call from your AD just sell the old one.

Benzsiam · 18 September 2021, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by IamJacky

It's definitely a gorgeous piece.

As for whether you should go grey on it, opinions are very divided here. Me personally, I'd say if you want it bad enough and have the financial means to without jeopardizing your daily life, then go sign up on a "wait list" from the ADs and then get one from grey. When you get the call from your AD just sell the old one.

Cavester · 18 September 2021, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IamJacky

It's definitely a gorgeous piece.

As for whether you should go grey on it, opinions are very divided here. Me personally, I'd say if you want it bad enough and have the financial means to without jeopardizing your daily life, then go sign up on a "wait list" from the ADs and then get one from grey. When you get the call from your AD just sell the old one.

This is what I have done.

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yankeeromeo · 18 September 2021, 11:58 PM

I am based in London/Hertfordshire

I believe there is no possible way of getting one from AD

my two options are go without.... or pay inflated price.

I can afford but paying 30% over grates on me a bit/lot

PepsiBezel · 19 September 2021, 12:03 AM

If you really love it then yes — pay the premium for the certainty (and ease) of getting it.

Rebel · 19 September 2021, 12:07 AM

If you want it bad, you get it bad.

PepsiBezel · 19 September 2021, 12:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yankeeromeo

I am based in London/Hertfordshire

I believe there is no possible way of getting one from AD

my two options are go without.... or pay inflated price.

I can afford but paying 30% over grates on me a bit/lot

Don’t let it grate you — think of the AD price as a 30% discount on market price for those who have spent before and/or are willing to risk uncertainty if/when they will get the watch.

TimepieceRPP · 19 September 2021, 12:52 AM

Guess it is obtainable from ad, 6 months to 1 Yr? I waited for 1 month, but it was before the covid pandemic.

JRell · 19 September 2021, 12:58 AM

Wait

joli160 · 19 September 2021, 01:11 AM

I tried it on and loved it.
Typically no patience and not interested in relationships other than with the Mrs.
Next day bought it grey and walked out with a brand new stickered CHNR (18K EU)
Zero regrets.

scarlet knight · 19 September 2021, 01:21 AM

While you are waiting…

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DoricSpiker · 19 September 2021, 01:36 AM

Nothing is coming through in London so my advice, like others have said before me, is go grey and when you get the call, sell the old one.
Good luck.

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JacksonRain · 19 September 2021, 01:39 AM

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JacksonRain · 19 September 2021, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

While you are waiting…

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What in the world is this?!!!? And please someone tell me how I can unsee this!!!!!

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yankeeromeo · 19 September 2021, 01:49 AM

Thanks for everyone who replied. Always appreciate it

dandigangi · 19 September 2021, 01:55 AM

Make sure to post photos if you do grab it :)

scarlet knight · 19 September 2021, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by JacksonRain

What in the world is this?!!!? And please someone tell me how I can unsee this!!!!!

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I have a BLNR, so I am familiar with the real thing. The build quality, especially in the bracelet, is nowhere near Rolex. But the look is pretty close. Invest your $15k while waiting for your CHNR to arrive. This costs $100.

JacksonRain · 19 September 2021, 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

I have a BLNR, so I am familiar with the real thing. The build quality, especially in the bracelet, is nowhere near Rolex. But the look is pretty close. Invest your $15k while waiting for your CHNR to arrive. This costs $100.

I'm not awaiting a CHNR, I wouldnt purchase even for a discount off RRP

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OrangeSport · 19 September 2021, 02:42 AM

No

novae500 · 19 September 2021, 02:49 AM

One of the easier GMTs to get.

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yankeeromeo · 19 September 2021, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by novae500

One of the easier GMTs to get.

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I'm getting told

No chance for hulk
2 years for batman
4 years for rootbeer if at all.

That's Essex and London sellers

And several I have purchase history with specifically Rolex buys

scarlet knight · 19 September 2021, 04:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yankeeromeo

I'm getting told

No chance for hulk
2 years for batman
4 years for rootbeer if at all.

That's Essex and London sellers

And several I have purchase history with specifically Rolex buys

Forced to grays if you want one.

dandigangi · 19 September 2021, 04:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yankeeromeo

I'm getting told

No chance for hulk
2 years for batman
4 years for rootbeer if at all.

That's Essex and London sellers

And several I have purchase history with specifically Rolex buys

Hard to believe root beer would take longer than Batman currently

JRell · 19 September 2021, 04:14 AM

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Originally Posted by dandigangi

Hard to believe root beer would take longer than Batman currently

I think it is a London thing, but don’t underestimate the growing interest in the root beer. I got mine after about a month wait, but it didn’t sit with me. Seems easier to get in the states.

Jack F · 19 September 2021, 04:31 AM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

While you are waiting…

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can you elaborate on the dial markings? Have not seen this before but there is a lot I have not seen.

dandigangi · 19 September 2021, 04:41 AM

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Originally Posted by JRell

I think it is a London thing, but don’t underestimate the growing interest in the root beer. I got mine after about a month wait, but it didn’t sit with me. Seems easier to get in the states.

I’m probably applying my hard bias against two tones. Really don’t like them. Haha

18 September 2021, 11:03 PM	#1
yankeeromeo 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: London Posts: 634	Do I pay over RRP for a Rootbeer I'm not normally a bi metal watch guy, but I've tried the two tone root beer on and fallen in love. Do I pay the grey price as a call from an AD is very unlikely. I truly love how the watch feels and looks on. Seeing them for about £15.5k gbp

18 September 2021, 11:26 PM	#5
IamJacky "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Kuala Lumpur Posts: 1,018	It's definitely a gorgeous piece. As for whether you should go grey on it, opinions are very divided here. Me personally, I'd say if you want it bad enough and have the financial means to without jeopardizing your daily life, then go sign up on a "wait list" from the ADs and then get one from grey. When you get the call from your AD just sell the old one. __________________ Two-Factor Authentication Enabled

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19 September 2021, 01:11 AM	#14
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,761	I tried it on and loved it. Typically no patience and not interested in relationships other than with the Mrs. Next day bought it grey and walked out with a brand new stickered CHNR (18K EU) Zero regrets. Attached Images __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

18 September 2021, 11:05 PM	#2
Marcjvr "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Southeast Watch: 214270 Posts: 2,749	Yes. No. Maybe. Only you can decide

18 September 2021, 11:08 PM	#3
wez004 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Somerset Posts: 57	Oh man, I've just spent £ 16k on a Pepsi GMT II. I want the watch, I am a mug.

18 September 2021, 11:24 PM	#4
pedersenkl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NC Watch: Daytona, GMT, Sub Posts: 392	CHNR is a beauty! It is obtainable via an AD, but still not easy. Well sought after as a TT. It may be a 6 month to 1 yr wait. If you buy gray, you can get it for about a 20-30% markup, depending on taxes or not….and you could have within a few days. Your call. I went the AD route and visited/called/emailed several within driving distance and eventually one called me back stating they had one and wanted to sell to me based off interest expressed in my communication. Paid MSRP. Happy with it!

18 September 2021, 11:58 PM	#8
yankeeromeo 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: London Posts: 634	I am based in London/Hertfordshire I believe there is no possible way of getting one from AD my two options are go without.... or pay inflated price. I can afford but paying 30% over grates on me a bit/lot

19 September 2021, 12:03 AM	#9
PepsiBezel 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: USA Watch: Neo-Vintage Posts: 1,212	If you really love it then yes — pay the premium for the certainty (and ease) of getting it.

19 September 2021, 12:52 AM	#12
TimepieceRPP "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: UK Posts: 1,120	Guess it is obtainable from ad, 6 months to 1 Yr? I waited for 1 month, but it was before the covid pandemic.

19 September 2021, 01:21 AM	#15
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	While you are waiting… Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

19 September 2021, 01:36 AM	#16
DoricSpiker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1,516	Nothing is coming through in London so my advice, like others have said before me, is go grey and when you get the call, sell the old one. Good luck. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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19 September 2021, 01:49 AM	#19
yankeeromeo 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: London Posts: 634	Thanks for everyone who replied. Always appreciate it

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