I haven't slept for a week...

[Vesper Lynd]

I haven't slept for a week...
......not at all.
I went to AD Rolex today... as I said in this thread.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=858095


There hasn't been the slightest chance of buying my desired Explorer, but neither has the Oyster Perpetual or any sporty Rolex, or even getting on the list. It is really disheartening and disappointing.
It's sad to have the money to buy half a shop, or more, but they won't let you because of this "policy".
Anyway, I will continue with my Explorer ll polar and my Datejust, and possibly visit the AD of other watch brands. They are not going to extinguish my passion for watches, although today was very disappointing, although I was realistic and aware of the situation, I was very excited because I am still like a child.

[pursang_]

Just wait. Market normalcy will hit the ADs before too long.

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by pursang_

Just wait. Market normalcy will hit the ADs before too long.

And I completely disagree.

As long as there are posts everyday just like this thread, the demand and desperation are way too high for "normal" to ever return.

[Paka]

Jesus christ man, sleep!

[amphr1]

Originally Posted by Paka

Jesus christ man, sleep!

What he said

[Nunez. Jacob]

LOL one week of not sleeping danggggg

[shaunylw]

Or as you have enough money to buy half the shop, spend the extra 3k and buy it from a dealer today.


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[JayHantz]

Originally Posted by shaunylw

Or as you have enough money to buy half the shop, spend the extra 3k and buy it from a dealer today.


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Seems like a very good option to me.

[watchgirl2022]

Just go grey. Pay your way :)

[StuartG]

Originally Posted by Vesper Lynd

I haven't slept for a week...
......not at all.

Is this a joke? You’re really screwing with your mental and physical health over a watch? Wow.

[doboy007]

hope you're joking

[Henrimontgomery]

Originally Posted by StuartG

Is this a joke? You’re really screwing with your mental and physical health over a watch? Wow.

Yeah. I’ll swap his problems with mine ASAP lol. I’ve been rushed to ER 2 times in a month and when I see people losing sleep over a watch, I’m thinking they are really privileged.

[Turbo Racer]

I would get some sleep and wait. I can totally relate to the excitement aspect. However, the tides have turned on the secondary market and I believe there are strong headwinds coming. You will get what you are looking for.

[Politiceaux]

You have enough money to buy half the store but you’ve lost sleep for a week over two entry level models that can be had relatively cheaply on the grey market?

I wish I had your problems. I’d hate to see you in a real crisis situation. I genuinely hope you don’t experience one.

[JSolution]

Originally Posted by shaunylw

Or as you have enough money to buy half the shop, spend the extra 3k and buy it from a dealer today.


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Absolutely.

[~JJ]

My recommendation is to

[douglasf13]

Can’t really imagine buying the 124270 for thousands more than msrp when the 14270 and 114270 are easily available for less than current Explorer msrp.

[Nepats81]

trolling

[jets]

Spend the money gray and post an incoming. Done.


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[Jimbo]

Damn, if you are that desperate for an OP or Exp 1, buy on the grey and swallow the mark up.

Oh, and I disagree about the prices not coming down. I strongly believe they will, and Exp I and IIs and OPs will also get hit although their runups were not as steep as the GMT IIs and Daytona's of the world.

Going grey may not be as much of a markup as before in 3-6 months time.

[espanol]

Mark up on either model is not that much. Just buy both and move on.

I bought a 126000 silver grey for $6,500 in December from Moda. 124270 Explorer can be negotiated down to ~$8k.

[rolexonlywatch]

Over a watch?


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[1259]

Last week I couldn’t sleep because they discontinued the shamrock shake.

[Bxtek]

Originally Posted by 1259

Last week I couldn’t sleep because they discontinued the shamrock shake.

I have a friend that I think is in the same boat with the McRib at McDonald's! Lol!

[Beto737]

Great time to negotiate with greys…

[jarecki]

The title of this post reminds me of the original “Bad Santa” movie, except Billy Bob Thornton’s character used a slightly different expression…

[4 Aussies]

Originally Posted by beshannon

And I completely disagree.

As long as there are posts everyday just like this thread, the demand and desperation are way too high for "normal" to ever return.

Agree 100%

[norcalctr]

Definitely a test of patience for sure. I haven't gotten a call for something that I want for over 18 months at this point and it's frustrating. You just need to appreciate your current Rolex collection to keep your mind away from not getting the call. If not, I would cross shop on some other brands to scratch your itch.

[blargle]

Originally Posted by beshannon

And I completely disagree.

As long as there are posts everyday just like this thread, the demand and desperation are way too high for "normal" to ever return.

And I completely disagree with you.

There is blood in the water, the 'average' people who were buying luxury goods with furlough cash and the extra money they had from COVID lockdown are slowly realising soon they will not be able to afford food or gas come this Autumn - where is all this 'demand and desperation' you speak of going to come from? COVID was peak consumer demand, it happened, and we are on the way down - hard

the only 'demand' i can think of is demand from desperate, over-leveraged vultures (grey dealers) to unload stock before the inevitable interest rate hike(s) leading to a downward spiral of rolex prices

I'm guessing you haven't have been keeping on top of consumer sentiment and inflation data? (the worst we have seen in decades) and wonder whether you have taken the time to consider what this may mean for future potential interest rate hikes? or indeed the secondary effect on the average debt laden citizen, business (and government)?

again, I completely disagree with you.

[Bxtek]

OP, you had mentioned that you already have an Explorer II and a DJ? What a very nice watch duo! At least you have 2 cool watches that you can enjoy while you're going for your next piece.

Bottom line is that going into the AD is like gambling. Each time you go in, you take a shot. There is a chance that you might "win", but more than likely you won't win anything. Just like in a casino, the odds are stacked against you but you gotta give it a shot if you want any chance at all of a win.

I personally would keep trying. Go in, have a positive attitude, be friendly and as you probably already know, try to establish a contact with the same SA. As others have discussed on TRF, you gotta convince them on why they should sell to you over the next person. True, if you have a considerable buying history it does help your chances, but that's not always the case with every AD. There is no hard set store policy. Sometimes your attitude, friendliness, and the way you present yourself, can convince them that you would be the perfect person to get the next Explorer I or OP that comes into their store!