Charlie…I’m hooked! You are the best on KZfaq right now. Don’t change your approach; everyone has gimmicks or spinning drama but your content is high integrity and authentic! Great work my friend!!

I'm a big fan from the USA. I love watching your videos, and listening to your take on the market. It's very refreshing to listen to someone who is a reasonable sized dealer, who is up front about what things should cost, and what we should pay as a consumer. Keep up the good work!

I work in the luxury industry, admittedly not in watches, but I choose Omega over Rolex because I always buy used, I have no interest in retail, and whilst I appreciate the value in buying Rolex from an AD (if they let you) buying an Omega at 50p in the £ is far better value to me.

Great video! Thankyou I've been watch collector for 40 years and you put a spin on its direct to the point and informative no BS love it thank you

If you sell a Rolex, and the buyer bring the watch and warranty card back to the SAME AD, or another branch of the head company, then they will know you sold it when they check the serial number on their database. Whether they blacklist you or not is up to them. But you have every right to sell your property.

As someone that watches allllloooooot of Rolex videos, gotta say: I love your channel! Always excited when you pop up in my feed. Just bought a John Mayer!

Have a Sub, and got my grail Rolex from an AD I had no prior relationship.: YM Rhodium. Now she is my go to and have gotten a Mint Green DJ since. Great relationship.

Love the videos! I went to my local ad for the first time and put my name down for a rolex Datejust 41 mint green dial, smooth bezel and jubeliee bracelet and got offered it after 2 weeks. I could believe it. I love it! Keep up the videos

Charlie! Your content delivery is excellent, I really enjoy your style! I've recently been bitten by the Rolex bug and came across your channel. The content is great, keep up the awesome work. I wish your business nothing but growth and prosperity 👊💪

Disagree with the Omega comment. The co-axial movements and build are better. In another example, I bought a Seamaster 2254.50 in 2018 and it's doubled in value since then. I do agree that Rolex def holds its value much better and is obviously the more coveted watch.

You can’t be offended by being called Michael Keaton, it’s one of the highest compliment someone can give, he’s not only good looking but a tremendous Oscar calibre actor

Another great video. No one should have to defend making a profit in an honest business. Keep up the great work 🥃

🦇Hi Charlie, love the Michael Keaton bit. Great stuff as usual. Keep it up.

Top video again Charlie, really open and informative which give us novice watch admirers some sound info, thank you.

Great content as ever. You’ve got your own niche here Charlie. A lot of the watch KZfaqrs are semi-weirdos. Nice to hear some straight talking from up North.

I agree with other comments. There's lots of good watch content on KZfaq, but I especially enjoy your channel. Cheers!

Best video yet. Glad to hear that you keep client info confidential.

Charlie. I think most people that read about watches on KZfaq find you a decent and genuinely nice guy. You run a business, and it's Rolex based. You fill a gap in the market due to the over demand at ADs. Fair enough. However your comments on the quality gap between Rolex and Omega, as I am sure you now realise. Are just not right. Is Rolex more in demand - yes. Is it harder to get, with a few exceptions - yes. But side by side is it a better built watch, a better set of movements v Omega. No. We all like you. But just because there isn't money in Omega for you. You shouldn't make such unsupportable statements on the build of the watches. Thank you though for your other insights. You are a good guy. Cheers.

Congrats on the channel, enjoying the videos from Sydney, Australia and picking up a few tips about the Rolex buying process along the way.

Brilliantly put Charlie sound honest advice and information, thank you for giving us this valuable information mate 💥💥👍🏻👍🏻

To be honest a rolex is a nice watch but id say the name makes up 80% of its hype because there are other brands that make more artistic, complicated and more rare watches. Patek for one! (certain models) rolex has the simple elegance though and they have proprietary metals.

I have a Pagani Design watch that looks exactly like the Rolex you're wearing in this video. Boy, did I save a lot of money 💰 😂. I dig your videos.

Could you make a video on the quartz Rolex watches from the 80's. One of my dream watches would be a yellow gold Day Date quartz from this period, but I cannot find any channel with a buying guide or availability.

Going gray market actually makes sense to me if you don’t have a good relationship with your AD. You could be waiting years for some of the sort after watches. In the meantime, Rolex will raise their prices each year and you're also misding out on enjoying the watch that you want.

Omega is equal in buildquality. 100%

Good clip, agree with most of it minus the omega quality point. I’m a big rolex fan but the differences aren’t huge, v similar in terms of quality. Albeit desirability are worlds apart

This place help Rolex flippers .. not the watch enthusiasts. Flippers should be placed on blacklist. 😤😠🤬

Love your videos , nice pace , packed with info , no waffle :-) . Agree with you on Rolex retaining more value than Omega but not that Omega are lower quality or inferior design . The Rolex market is supported by a lot of buyers who aren't really that interested in horology. If you're a fan of historic important classic iconic watches what are your options for , say, a steel chrono and a steel dive watch: Speedmaster £6500 from any Omega shop, Steel Daytona £25K from the grey market Seamaster £5500 at H Samuel probably, Date Sub £15K from the Honest Watch Dealer I'm sure you could give us a nice 30 minute video reviewing pros and cons of those four watches but we can agree there's not a bad one there and they will all last for decades . However the Rolex duo is costing you 40K while the Omegas are 12K . Sadly it is also possible to lose money on Rolex as anyone who's bought a Rootbeer in the last year has discovered.

You’re videos are fantastic and give the buyer confidence. I have now moved away from Watchfinder to you guys.

5:19 you didn't understand my comment, I was agreeing with you. Why would prices of anything drop when real inflation is 16-20%.

The market is strong because there is buyer rotation, people that were positioned to buy a watch in 2020-2021 now are probably selling and others are positioned in 2023 to buy at “lower” prices

I agree with the comment.. Rolex watches are booring as shit.. good for storing value but boring..

I absolutely disagree about your comments on Omega. I own both Rolex and Omega and both are on-par build quality wise. Prove me wrong.

What you should do is a comparison between the seamaster and the sub and show the viewers the difference in quality. I hold both watches ,the quality argument is bulshit.

This is the first time I hear about a blacklist. Can you tell us more about it?

Great videos and advice VS A LOT of other channels on KZfaq.

I can understand where that gentleman is coming from with his comment "Rolex watches are boring". He probably meant that Rolex is offering pretty much the same models all the time and hardly ever make any changes in the designs. However I think they don't have to. You don't buy a Rolex for its innovations. You do because they are well made, keep their value and are instantly recognizable. I tend to dress formaly and I have a skinny wrist (6 inches and a quarter) so a 36mm Datejust with a fluted bezel is my #1 choice. I'd love a GMT Master II but it's not really dressy and too big for my wrist. The Day-Date 36mm would be great as well but too rich for my blood. Thank you for the videos

Thank you for the honest and informative content, much appreciated 👍

I love the omega brand, Tudor also a good brand, not fussed if I lose money, no different than buying certain car brands, you’ll lose money, love Rolex models but not all plus it’s gotten dangerous to wear a Rolex. I’m also a Hamilton fan, as for the rose with chocolate dial, over time 3-5 years that’s one watch any buyer, owner will make money on, special occasion flex watch, good buy right now but I predict next two years they’ll discontinue the rose with any colour dial, final point, buy what you like don’t buy to make money, enjoy it, come trade in time, you’ve enjoyed the watch again like car, so what if you lose money, you’ve enjoyed it and that to me is most important.

I absolutely love your content Charlie, looking forward to your next video

My new rolex watch channel 😊

People know your gbp/sterling has depreciated by more than 10% in the last 3 years in terms of buying power inflation has further fuelled this if you take this into account then Rolex prices are fair ! I’m watching the is in Kitwe Zambia looking forward to seeing luxury watch company soon !

Paul Thorpes long lost brother.

Hi Charlie How's are you? I hope you and your family have had a lovely positive weekend 😊 another great QA video, and genuine honest advice and information for the watch buying public. Have a great positive, productive week ahead, speak soon, and kind regards, Karl

The prices will be extremely strong, no they wont be , if you go and purchase from an AD, it will be RRP. No ned to go grey and pay premium. The market is good..... for buyers.

Love this channel! No fluff or bs!

Why would a authorized dealer sell to a flipper as opposed to a first time or repeat customer?

It doesn’t matter how confidential he is. Buy a Rolex from an AD, the AD records the 8 digit number and it is listed under your name. Sell to a grey market dealer, it can be tracked back to you. 100 dealers lost their franchises last year for selling to flippers. My AD took a picture of my papers. Took off all the stickers etc.

Rolex is all about marketing. I disagree that Omega and Rolex are two different levels. Both watches are very similar when it comes to built quality. Just compare the marketing budgets of these two companies, and you will understand what I am talking about.

Another fantastic, honest & Spot on episode 🤝

Question. What's your view on the James Cameron. 😊

Big fan of your KZfaq Channel Charlie. You have ever right to make a reasonable profit. Your time and hard work should be rewarded absolutely. Charlie Omega Watches are very good quality especially their movements. More bang for your money over Rolex especially if you can get 20-40% discount. 🤔Speedmaster Moonwatch was only watch to pass all requirements for NASA Moon Landing. Saved lives for Apollo 13 Mission. Winner of NASA Snoopy Silver Award. Speedmaster Professional Co-axial Master Chronometer Chronograph movement is above Daytona🤔. Rolex granted make some very desirable watches and their marketing is best in business. Unfortunately the grey market with help of Rolex has created incredible hype and outrageous pricing on certain models.

Excellent Info Charlie !! 👍 Tony ever change your style !!! Dam I love the new Green Sky-Dweller !! But I wouldn't pass up the blue . lol

Awesome video as per usual Charlie and I love the fact you give people a real insight into your day, letting everyone know that it’s not all show and you put it 12-15 hour days keep up the content RESPECT ! 🙌🏻

Hi Charlie, Great content as always! 😊 I’ve got a meeting booked with my AD to discuss the purchase of potentially my next Rolex timepiece. I’d really appreciate your opinion on what you’d try for? A stunning watch in your opinion that may do ok long term? Any suggestions? Thanks in advance. 👍 P.S I’ve also joined the waiting list (if there is such a thing) for the new Daytona Platinum. Obviously don’t hold much hope, but I can dream I suppose.

quick comments about the Omega boys 4:50. First of all, as a watch enthusiast I can understand why you prefer certain brands instead of the other. What people failed to see, Rolex is a different kind of luxury watches compared to the others as it will be considered as an asset. For a few reason, such as price retention, you might even gained money from having one. Now, before anybody jumped to conclusion, well the "Rolex enthusiast" is not a watch lover then, as they buy only to sell. In some ways, yes. Although, the grey market is thriving due to the brand, but you can't help but notice there are a few omega's and RM's and etc as well in the market. So basically, nobody is stopping you from buying other brands, but just so you know, Rolex can be bought as an investment as well. Hence, like in the video said, the watch is a liquid asset, in many ways you can park your money. Now if you ask me why is Rolex is the very few brands that gets treated as an asset compared to Swatch watches, we might have to do another discussion for that.

What do you think about the omega ed white 321 reissue (limited production)? If I am offered, is there a business case to buy? Thank you really value your insight

Bottom line...if you are an average person that has saved up and want a Rolex, a new one... your not going to get one...I travel the world, 53ADs to date, note one would sell me one. I dont want to buy on the gray market, I want one at retail.

For a first Rolex watch less than 15k.. Top 3 you recommend for a gent. thanks love your channel.

Top drawer Charlie!! Can't be happy with Michael Keaton mate!! LMAO.

Great informed videos! Well done!

If I buy a watch with my own hard earned money what right has anyone to dictate what I do with it??

ROLEX IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE WATCHES AM GONNA GET ONE FOR MY COLLECTION AWESOME VIDEO

A 10% margin seems pretty low for any business from construction to luxury goods; it’s dangerously low and has got to put a ton of stress on constantly turning over inventory faster and more than most. How did you land on this number and find that it works?

Love the video!

Enjoyable as usual Charlie.

Question, so let’s say someone sells a watch they bought from an AD to a grey market. The grey market dealer sells to another customer. That customer takes the watch in for a warranty repair. Won’t Rolex know that the watch has been sold by the original owner?

Just subscribed to your channel. Great content.

Hi Charlie 👋 Question: What are the best purchases for building a relationship with a Rolex AD in order to buy nicer Rolex watches? That is, do will they prefer that I spend on Rolex watches specifically, any watches or anything in the store? Or does it vary from one Rolex AD to another? Is it smart or stupid to simply be honest and tell the Rolex AD which watches I want to buy and ask them which products to buy to increase my chances of getting that item? Thanks!

If you had to guess, how much will the Titanium Yacht master hit the secondary market at?

Love your channel! Any chance you will be able to share your purchase/sale prices for the most popular Rolex steel models?

I'm not totally convinced that the market is as good as you are saying. Obviously it DOES depend on location, and the affluence of an area, but I live in the Cheshire area, and a local pawnbroker has a Rolex Sea Dweller, for £8450 reduced from £9500, and still not selling. Totally understand that people who have a 'physical location' / shop / store, HAVE to charge more! Rent on premises is hideously expensive and staff don't work for nothing!

Ah, the never ending comments from "EXPERTS" that don't even have a basic understanding of the immutable laws of business. I tip my hat to you Charlie, much success. And to those that say Rolex is boring fail to understand the classic evolution of the brand as opposed to the flavor of the day approach, the road to failed business models are littered with many brands that gussed wrong.

Love your content. Could you make a video about Parmigiami watches?

Phenomenal content - super helpful, thank you! Can you share your insights on how to decide between a 2023 sub date or no date and the Sea Dweller? I Have a 7" wrist and go back and forth wondering if the sub is too small vs. the larger/hefter SD43. This would be my go to daily wear but of course want to have long term value and low risk if I preferred another Rolex model later on.

If you buy a new Rolex from a Rolex AD then straight away sell it. Yes I hope you are found out and black listed.

Another brilliant video 📹 love your channel I've got a 2017 seadweller 50th anniversary full set bought it new what's it worth in the trade? 🤔

Your tattoos are on 🔥. Please mention the artist in your next vid 🙏

You forgot to mention if the watch became faulty within the first year and the new owner took it back to rolex the original owner would then be blacklisted

Loving the videos. What are your thought about sea-dwellers? Are they still worth getting for an AD? What’s your best watch joke?😀

Great content! 😃

great video as usual… thx … in May my Submariner is coming!!!

Sounds like there's to many jealous negative people out there. Keep up the great work. Love your content. You answered a question of mine the other week about me getting a Rolex OP Bubble from my Boutique. What size would be best for re sale. 36 or 41mm. Many thanks.

The comments that annoy me most are the people That seem to get upset at businesses making a profit. To be honest I don’t think these comments deserve the time of day. If this person in question doesn’t understand the basics of why a ‘profit’ exists they probably have bigger things to concern themselves with then luxury watches.

I don't want to build up a relationship with someone to buy something they profit from. Its a manipulative, subservient sales model and like all others, it will soon have its time. Enjoy being manipulated whilst it lasts. Such a shame, so few people enjoy the horology vs how many pursue the panache to quell their status anxiety. And of course, everyone is now a trader, like property. Wouldn't it be great just to buy something good, use it for what it is designed for and not give two hoots about whether you are getting a good deal, what you can sell it for, whether you should flip it, what people think of you. What a load of tosh. Soon we will all be dead remember.

CHARLIEEEE! Sup, brotha 🙌🏾. 👍🏾 ✅

4:48 saying that the market is sound is a bit vague. The market is good for certain Rolex models atm but not all. I have an oysterflex YM-42 in white gold. Gray dealers are refusing to buy it. Only one dealer offered 65% of MSRP when I asked to exchange it for an Aquanaut and pay the difference.

Can I go to multiple AD’s and get my name in or will I get blacklisted

Do you guys accept credit card in person?

Enjoying the videos Charlie, sound advice and much appreciated. Had my eye on a Starbucks for a while, seems like it’s a good time to buy. Have also bought a Rolex and couple tudors so worth trying to wait for it from AD and risk it being discontinued? Or just go grey considering good buying prices now?

hi, do u think I should get the new steel gold daytona or the discontinued 116503?

Don't think anything wrong with omega out is Ad at lest you can get one if you go gray market for a Rolex and try sell it 6 months down the line you go and lose 2/3k that on one under 20k be even bigger loss on gold one

I’m sorry but quality of Omega is easily equal to Rolex. I own both.

how much today for daydate rose gold chocolate dial?

hi does the 5 year warranty transfer from one owner to another on Rolex and omega, or do lose this especially on grey watches ?? if you take a bought grey watch to service to a Rolex ad they will know straight away who flipped their watch

You don’t have to dignify the people that use the term flippers, they are just jealous, sedate unhappy people working a 9 to 5 jobs that they hate. This also happens in other markets, houses, cars, etc. people trying to give the term flippers a negative connotation. Love your channel!

'Watches and Wonders at Basel World'

I really like you , absolutely honest You are a great guy 👍👍

How do I get a new platinum Daytona at 30% off retail?

Should I admit to my AD that I bought my previous rolexes from eBay and Watch-finder? will they frown on that?