I live in Cyprus and there is one AD. They sell watches to foreign Russian and Israeli tourists but not to locals. If Rolex really cared they would have done something years ago. I have an Omega AD who gives me huge discounts on all watches they can provide. I have reached the point of not wanting a Rolex even if I could get one .Why some idiots beg Rolex to take their money is beyond me life is short guys.
@meneurb2 жыл бұрын
Χαχα...nice... because roli is smarter than you... the company is a philanthropist organisation...get it??
@damachine32 жыл бұрын
Rolex wants ADs to sell to locals when possible. Things may change with your local AD next year.
@andricopoulos702 жыл бұрын
@@meneurb If they were smarter than me I would fall into their trap and pay double retail like the other fools. In the early 2000s when I bought my first Rolex the AD used to take my number and they used to call me offering discounts. I bought a Pepsi GMT (Pre Ceramic ) for under €4000. Now they have pushed me into the hands of Omega and Zenith . I dont wear the Rolex anymore in case I damage or lose it. You know the old saying a fool and his money are easily parted.
@conduit2422 жыл бұрын
@@meneurb PFFTT thousands of scams hide as philanthropic organizations, you just sound naive 🙄
@Adan26062 жыл бұрын
"I have reached a point of not wanting a Rolex even if I could get one.", we'll see what happens when an AD actually offers you a Panda Daytona that you could INSTANTLY flip for a profit of approx. 20k without much work, even more if they magically happen to forget to pull of the stickers. Hypocrite.
@glenh49712 жыл бұрын
I am not in the market for a Rolex. However, I do not like the way Rolex does business. I would just buy an Omega if I wanted to buy a luxury steel sports watch.
@fontyyy Жыл бұрын
But omega just copy Rolex
@williamrizzo12852 жыл бұрын
Spot on advice Marc. My stepson purchased a BB58 from a family owned AD. He mentioned the Cermit was his grail. They told him he could have one in 3 months if he wanted. He went back in about 3 weeks to buy another Tudor and they surprised him with a Cermit. I told him he just hit the lottery......needless to say he is on cloud nine...
@conduit2422 жыл бұрын
So he was charged a BB58 premium for a Cermit…lots of small stores play this game also. It’s called selling out the side door (vs the back door)
@williamrizzo12852 жыл бұрын
He likes the vintage look of the Blackbay 58. You can't get much of a discount unless you buy them used or go with joma shop and lose your warranty.
@lonewolfemcquade81332 жыл бұрын
I just wish Tudor would make a real riveted bracelet or loose the faux riveted bracelet. That's the main reason I can't get into the 58
@Weakeyedominant2 жыл бұрын
@@conduit242 you could sell a BB58 on a heartbeat without losing much money. The fact is if you want a high demand piece you need a previous purchase history as there are thousands on every ADs list who already have a purchase history ahead of you.
@conduit2422 жыл бұрын
@@Weakeyedominant Nah
@audemarspiguet42372 жыл бұрын
The situation you described with bad ADs is very real. At one point the only ceramic meteorite Daytonas on Chrono24 were being listed by a single grey market dealer. Now, I am certain that they didn’t get these watches from flippers only, but most likely got a few of these as part of a larger inventory from an authorised retailer
@lowbodyfat6707 Жыл бұрын
100% I never though any other way, After going into a few AD's, one who tried to sell be a used 2017 batman without box and papers for 18k(I told him to pound sand) I went to Chono 24 and picked up an unworn 2020 full set Batman which is nicer IMO and has the improved movement for $14.5.
@sebastianhedlund43242 жыл бұрын
Amazing video! I got a Datejust a couple of months back from an AD in Sweden and are working on getting another from the same AD. I got inspired from your video to keep up visiting and nagging the staff in the shop for a GMT and one day maybe I’ll get a Daytona. Thank you have a great day! /Sebastian
@diablobarcelona2 жыл бұрын
That's pretty much the best advice I've heard. We've found a wonderful family owned AD, and they tell it how it is. Honest people, doing honest business.
@mattrhody44102 жыл бұрын
Great advice Mark. I always say treat your AD like your best friend. Get to know them and treat them like a person and not a sales rep. It goes a long way.
@dannyg65922 жыл бұрын
Excellent advice, Marc. It is all about building relationships and being sincere. My experience, having never purchased a Rolex at an AD until this year, was that the two family-owned ADs in my town were not able to get me a Rolex. However, the corporate-owned AD has been able to get me two Rolexes since October.
@ralphplazachesmarhomes2 жыл бұрын
So happy for you Mark in getting the long waited panda. Congratulations!! I love your suggestion where you find your good ONE AD store. Not 4 or 5 stores. And start buying to develop a relationship with the store. Trust me it works.
@Portland_Living_Life2 жыл бұрын
Like it or not, I think this is really solid advice on how to deal with a "good" AD. I am fortunate that I took this approach starting 4 years ago and now have a good relationship with an AD where I can get one desirable Rolex each year. I still have to be patient, but at least I am getting something...
@bigmich4852 жыл бұрын
One of the best videos regarding buying with a good ad.
@Sams9112 жыл бұрын
the problem is less Rolex, and more the Rolex AD's... and their lack of using proper wait lists... their wait list is a "how much did you buy of my shit stock list".. I have purchased a Patek 5711/1R and a Submariner 116618LB from one dealer in the Bay Area before the world went nuts (back in 2018) and the other day when I went to look for a Root Bear 126715 he told me "no can do" .. and not as in I don't have one now, but as in "I can't put you on any list"..
@1swm12 жыл бұрын
Marc, great video. I'm new to your channel and was looking at creating a relationship with a above board AD. Thanks for the tips and I'll be using them to find a good AD and building that relationship. I have many watches I'd like to add to my collection from a variety of brands. I also subscribed and I'm glad to see someone from the midwest talking about this!
@scottlalonde28782 жыл бұрын
Great vid, Marc, thanks. Small family owned ADs are harder to find, because Rolex decided to drop them.
@michaelfierman32562 жыл бұрын
Great episode. I’m really lucky to have a local family owned AD that’s been in business nice about 1850. Lovely people. They treat you like family; totally honest about what they can and can’t get you etc. glad you made this one and congrats 🙌🏻🙌🏻🐼
@ticktology2 жыл бұрын
This is probably one of your best videos. Your advice is 100% true. Yes, the current market is ridiculous and we shouldn’t have to kiss anyones @$$ to spend our hard earning money, but it’s about a relationship with the AD. They have to protect the brand to continue operating their business. They don’t know a random person walking in and asking for a Pepsi. If you stay persistent in building your relationship with the AD and show that you are a true enthusiast, you will get the watch you want eventually. I was hoping you’d provide us with the privilege of showing off your new Daytona a bit more! Christmas came early for you Marc, but you earned it and deserve it. Happy Holidays and thank you.
@hlee22 жыл бұрын
The ADs will tell you to buy something else to start your relationship with them. Bollocks
@MikeOBrien19452 жыл бұрын
I’d rather buy an Omega than grovel at a Rolex AD. I have a couple of Rolex watches that I bought back when they actually had watches to sell. I refuse to be a part of this current folly. Groveling for these watches just exacerbates the situation and reinforces bad market behavior. The whole Rolex situation is just silly. Besides, Omega and other brands arguably make better watches than Rolex.
@belippy2 жыл бұрын
My AD stop selling me watch since the pandemic :( I bought over 20 watches from them since 2015. (mix and match Rolex and Tudor) Now, whenever I call and ask if I can get a watch, they will reply me with the same answer. "impossible" "too many customers and not enough productions". PS I have never sold any of my watches yet.
@jda74992 жыл бұрын
Great Video !! Advice is spot on. I stay in Dubai - the market here is beyond insane - so dont stand a chance for anything of the super hot models. But I was persistant with the AD and the first watch i got was a SD43 from them after 10/11 months wait.
@genesultry64472 жыл бұрын
Great video, Marc! You answered a lot of questions and you seem to really know the industry. Congratulations on your latest watch👍
@texascertifiedroofing5027 Жыл бұрын
Been watching your videos for quite some time, took your advice with one AD In March 2022 told him I wanted a GMT lefty Sprite told him I will never sale it and wanting to build my collection and I’m not looking to start small with a datejust or sub . He said he will put me on there list. I stopped in every 2 months or so to chit chat make sure he remembered my face. I am very happy to say I got the call last week and picked up my beautiful GMT sprite on oyster with zero purchase history. I went back a week later wearing my watch, gave him a $400 gift card to a very nice steak house to show my appreciation. I asked for a titanium YM42 and panda Daytona next , I asked if those are ridiculous request he said no just give him some time, I kinda believe him now. Thanks for the videos oh incase you was wondering I’m right handed and I’m wearing my lefty on my left hand 😅
@thenotanclan2 жыл бұрын
First world problems forum
@travelswithpapajohnsutton6012 жыл бұрын
Information is valuable, Insight is priceless! ---- Thanks for the insight, Marc!
@lukes63712 жыл бұрын
just found your channel. Im also from the Chicago suburbs. Looking to get in to Rolex. glad to see someone local.
@David678112 жыл бұрын
Great video & congratulations on the 🐼! You are bang on right in regards to a family AD. I have developed a friendship with the SA and owner of my AD. Purchased a 41mm Sub last year. Attended AD social functions, met the owner. Shared drinks & laughs. A few pieces of jewelry for my daughters and significant other. Messaged the owner last week in regards to a Rootbeer and/or Daytona. He replied that I WILL get one, but please be patient. I live in a tiny area with a tiny AD and their Rolex allocation is quite small.
@aleks90142 жыл бұрын
I agree 100% with the family owned ADs, yea they’re smaller but your chances of getting the models you want, if you strike a good relationship with them, become much higher. I know from experience, plus they’re much nicer in my opinion
@McGregor212 жыл бұрын
Dude nice vid. And congrats that you get the watch this year. I think from January we are getting new prices. I think it's going to be tough 15-20 % more then now.
@excellentlistner59252 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video, I I missed it when you posted!
@lonewolfemcquade81332 жыл бұрын
I bought my Explorer 1 and Submariner back in 2007. Just walked in my AD and bought them unfortunately those days are gone. They are beautiful watches but not worth the years of waiting, secondary market prices and all the motions you have to go through today. Like I said great watches but not worth the heart ache of getting 1 today. I would go for a Omega or Zenith if you're going spend that amount on Rolex go vintage or a Zenith Daytona since they aren't made anymore
@plife9112 жыл бұрын
Congrats on the Daytona chief! I very recently got my first Rolex (Deep sea) and have been enjoying your vids. Im also in the Chicago area.
@Helloworld123hd2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Most informative piece by far on KZfaq. 👌🏻
@hlee22 жыл бұрын
Here in Singapore we are getting tons of new and unworn pieces on the grey market coming from small family owned ADs
@SonikDethmonkey2 жыл бұрын
This is pretty much what I did starting back in December and last week I got my cermit! In my case I’d say it also helped to deal with a Rolex boutique vs a multi-brand AD.
@richardoeser56432 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on the Panda!! Stunning piece Mark!
@stevenwebb98612 жыл бұрын
Great watch great video, thanks Mark.
@nr14162 жыл бұрын
I think before Rolex turned an eye to flippers because there's a good chance those ADs that were selling to flippers is also bundling up other non desirable Rolexs. But now that every watch sells, ADs aren't bundling with Rolexs but other brands. So Rolex will start to crack down cause they gain nothing from these shady ADs bundling with other brands.
@dominickcolasanto65822 жыл бұрын
Your probably correct the manufacturer has favorites or more correct the regional rep has favorites and more and better inventory goes to them and lax rules its a personal thing like same university they graduated from or generations of frendships some type of mutual connection that gives them the edge. Almost all manufacturers use reps and that how it goes. Sometimes even the wholesale costs are negotiated and the favorites get bigger discounts. Now the trick is to become the AD's favorite!. You gave excellent advice on that.
@berlimett2 жыл бұрын
Private sellers hide the numbers too to not get blacklisted by ADs. I’m by no means a „intermediary“ but I’d always hide the number.
@mr.thinkpositive99622 жыл бұрын
Marc do you think that buying the same Rolex from 2 different AD’s raises any eyebrows? For example you want a BLRO for yourself and another family member. Since Rolex has the database of all purchases do you think they would contact the AD’s and alert them to this?
@navegandolejanooriente62682 жыл бұрын
I need to find these good ADs
@FightingMango2 жыл бұрын
God damn it. I get a panda Daytona from an AD the same day Marc does? Supply is through the roof now! :P
@martinpikna76032 жыл бұрын
Wow. Congrats on the Daytona Marc. Where have you been? We missed you. Your videos are so interesting
@Icanchange12002 жыл бұрын
I have a great AD just be sincere honest and personable. Yessss i wear my Different Rolex ever time i visit just to say hello. You are absolutely correct but it works. It doesn't hurt to Tip i have ever time in a card thanking for customer service and that i appreciate you finding me this watch.
@Foxrock3212 жыл бұрын
Just bought a certified preowned date just with diamond bezel from our local jeweler..my wife loves it the 26mm fits her wrist perfectly..and this is why I own five Omegas..I just bought em, no games, no wait lists.
@jeffb321 Жыл бұрын
Is it okay to register with two separate ADs for the same Rolex? I'm on the list with WOS at Mall of America. Should I register with my local AD as well or is this a big no no?
@jamesherrington5606 Жыл бұрын
Hey Marc ~ I like the art on your wall
@marcgoldbergdogtrainer Жыл бұрын
Thank you. My grandmother was an artist.
@SSGFL12 жыл бұрын
Excellent advice Mark!
@joejitsumd Жыл бұрын
that was very helpful thank you.
@chalikuddin5700 Жыл бұрын
Great video and excellent information
@BW-kv9wj2 жыл бұрын
Put speed on 2X to get through twice as fast.
@andreasorlowski22222 жыл бұрын
Marc an AD that is very trustworthy just told me that Rolex told him that the present supply glut is due to them updating their factories and that supply will increase again in the next 2 years. They ste either expanding to meet demand or putting out a lot of new models
@onthego68892 жыл бұрын
So what do you suggest if I already bought 6 rolex in the last 10 years with the same AD that is to be small and now is part of a huge enterprise? I have been on the list, or so the SA tells me, for the last 3 years.
@jackflowers9992 жыл бұрын
GOOD AD's should keep the warranty cards for 3 years in their vaults....that's how you suppress the grey Market BS.
@chkochko38712 жыл бұрын
So I went to a watch store near me and they are not authorized dealer for Rolex,they have some rolex model at their display cases,I ask them is the were pre-owned?they're answer was their brand new but the price for the new rolex explorer was 6k about retail price,plus they told me that they can get any rolex model with in a week direct from a Rolex AD that they have,which it turns to be recently bought buy Bucherer company 😬,now it makes total sense everything you are saying 🤔
@slapinfunk2 жыл бұрын
A big brand used to buy "new" watches from grey market dealers ... Now, they don't have resellers ... They also didn't make a million watches a year ...
@edwinckelly2 жыл бұрын
Love the video and the info. I 100% agree @Rolex should intervene in the gray market. I am not a fan of watch Flippers. They drive up prices and reduce supply for actual watch collectors like me who enjoys wearing them and never sells a watch when added to my collection. There are a few I want to acquire and have great difficulty getting because of people who buy simply to profit off of.
@bjoernaltmann2 жыл бұрын
That was very interesting. Yes, I think it needs to start with something small, although these days an OP turquoise is difficult. A Submariner is part of the next tier already. But as you say, it takes time and needs building a relationship
@bjoernaltmann2 жыл бұрын
Many ADs in the UK now don’t accept anything via a phone call or email, you have to come in. They’re also keeping it regional, so you have to live close by.
@aprilhughes37492 жыл бұрын
That’s so true! My AD only sells to nearby postcodes
@robertbachmann81412 жыл бұрын
maybe in the US. Here in Asia they sell most stocks out the backdoor and not really hiding that. All the independent dealers have brand new stock with warranty cards less than a week old. And they are not really hiding serial numbers or the fact that they just bought it from an AD. Rolex knows this but they won't do anything about it.
@conduit2422 жыл бұрын
Rolex could very easily quash this behavior, just follow the recipe Porsche and Ford use for super cars: no flip contracts. You sign a contract prohibiting resale for 2 years or the watch goes to someone else. Rolex knows this, they have no desire to kill off their status.
@bryan61922 жыл бұрын
Marc - Love the show! I'm from Kenosha and am a huge watch enthusiast. I am on the waiting list for two pieces up here in Wisconsin but as a new customer....doubt I'll ever "get the call" with the way the market it. Would love to travel down by you to check out the collection! All of your pieces are superb! I'm a Rolex nerd....not so much into other timepieces. If you'd ever entertain having a viewer come down and just talk watches and talked about the AD game, would love to hear from you! I have a 16622 that I bought off the grey market and am hoping to get the call someday. God bless and keep up the awesome channel
@marcgoldbergdogtrainer2 жыл бұрын
Just send me a copy of your drivers license, last 4 of Social Security number and background check. Then we can go bowling. Seriously though, were I you, I would pop in to that AD every two or three months at a time when they are not busy. Bring your sales person Starbucks and reiterate your interest in becoming a long-term customer from that store.
@bryan61922 жыл бұрын
@@marcgoldbergdogtrainer Haha! Great advice. I live about 45 minutes away from my AD so I don't make it up to them as often as I like...plus I don't want to be a nuisance. I sent my sales person a personalized X-Mas card to stay on her radar and will definitely pop in the next time I can. Thanks for the advice and if you would ever entertain a viewer coming down by you....I'd be more than happy to send you some credentials to put your mind at ease. I'm a cop from Kenosha so you would have a personal bodyguard if anything...hahaha.
@marctavo52882 жыл бұрын
Completely true. I know an AD family jewelry and my family is customer there for many years I mostly buy omega and I get the chance to get 3 Rolex retail price. And I still have them.
@robynsjp2 жыл бұрын
Congrats, good fit in your collection ! Waves my Newman-grade 1966 Heuer 3646. 2021-2022 pieces feel like aliens to me 😁
@BruceWilliams2 жыл бұрын
This video is 100 percent true. Most ADs are good and are looking to sell to good customers. The entitlement mentality is strong within the members of our hobby. They don't like to face realities. It's crazy
@heathwoodruff69752 жыл бұрын
Yes
@srp0062 жыл бұрын
@Bruce - they also benefitted from Rolex’s recent decision to remove ADs name from the warranty card. If they really wanted to keep people accountable, they would have kept that info to go after bad behavior and chronic offenders of back door dealing.
@BruceWilliams2 жыл бұрын
@@srp006 the name on the card doesn't matter. Its all registered digitally now. Rolex still knows who bought the original watch and which sales associate made the transaction
@Philippe275 Жыл бұрын
simplest thing would be for Rolex to either decrease the money they put in publicity, or just have msrp be higher. I mean seriously, Porsche has the same issue with reseller...
@HarvinderSingh-it5ep2 жыл бұрын
Agree...many bad AD here in malaysia....all doing hanky panky bussiness
@leew88122 жыл бұрын
My AD hold back the paperwork and accessories for 1 year to stop flippers....
@damachine32 жыл бұрын
8:08 You turned into a cartoon character for a second there. ;) BTW, how do you know that Rolex isn't already doing that?
@marcgoldbergdogtrainer2 жыл бұрын
Name a single A.D. - anywhere in the world - -who has lost the Rolex line for selling the gray market.
@damachine32 жыл бұрын
@@marcgoldbergdogtrainer I don't pay attention to that stuff but I do know people who have been blacklisted and it's because Rolex caught them, not the AD. The AD kept their license because they did everything they could to sell to the right person. Then Rolex slaps them on the wrist and helps them stay more focused on selling to the right people.
@damachine32 жыл бұрын
@@marcgoldbergdogtrainer Congrats on the Panda, by the way. Well deserved. Not sure if you saw my note that I just acquired the Platinum (50th Anniversary) Daytona. It's even better in person.
@j.burgess44592 жыл бұрын
How most "bad ADs" operate is to coerce people into buying a heap of other stuff in order to get the desired watch. I heard a story recently on the collector's grapevine about a certain AD here in the UK who phoned a guy to say they were getting a certain 'hot watch' which he was on the list for and that he _might_ be able to buy it. When he asked them what "might" means, they said something like "well, it'll be Christmas soon, if you were getting yourself a nice new watch, I expect you'd be getting a lot of jewellery for your wife too, wouldn't you?" They literally said that! (Apparently he told them to p+ss off. But a lot of people out there would take the deal.)
@rbeygarcia2 жыл бұрын
Does this happen also at Rolex stores? Like Rolex corporate.
@dieterich65332 жыл бұрын
Great advice. Thx Marc
@oceanblue57942 жыл бұрын
Mazel tov Marc in acquiring the Panda at retail. For me, the Daytona is the holy grail of watches. Hope to purchase the Daytona someday, perhaps with the black dial.
@jasoncong95992 жыл бұрын
I have another thought. We should not buy watch from grey martkets, if you do so, eventually you sponsor those flippers, bcos when you buy from grey markets meaning you buy from those flippers and so they will continue go back to their AD to get new watches, and consequently the AD will not have any leftover pieces for those sincerely waiting for a piece from the AD. And it's on and on. Hence, just be patient and sit back and there should have an opporrunity later to get from the AD. 😊
@ianmackey60972 жыл бұрын
Thanks, appreciate the video. Honestly though, Rolex knows exactly what is happening with the gray market. If they control their ADs as they supposedly do, there is no way they could not be complicit. And can you blame them? Limited supply drives up demand and brand exclusivity.
@artaudcharles2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the analysis
@Cull_Obsidian2 жыл бұрын
I know for an absolutely 100% fact Rolex reps personally contact any watches sold by Aurum group (the biggest chain AD in the UK and maybe even Europe) if serial numbers come up on the grey market. Yes, Rolex do check. Not only is that customer blacklisted but the employee can be fired for gross misconduct. That has happened but not in every case
@marcgoldbergdogtrainer2 жыл бұрын
“If the serial numbers come up on the gray market .” When does that ever happen? It’s very rare to see a serial number online. So sure maybe Rolex contacts the 1 out of 1000 watches where the serial number is shown online. But that’s a very weak effort: the bare minimum in fact.
@6eightss2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Small world! I actually talked with Brian a couple of weeks ago about a Rolex, very professional and gave me a Rolex catalog. I just got into watches recently and unfortunately fell for the 41 perpetual oyster in turquoise, I've given Brian my info, but I know it's never going to happen even though I'm trying to be positive.
@TacBlades2 жыл бұрын
I will never buy a rolex product mainly because i don't like their business practices and not a company i want to be associated with. Begging for a watch from store is insane.
@Omfgitsdustintyler2 жыл бұрын
I just got my Rolex from the AD at retail but first I had to establish a relationship with the AD which was me buying a Tudor black bay 58 the week prior
@marcgoldbergdogtrainer2 жыл бұрын
Congrats. What Rolex did you get?
@Omfgitsdustintyler2 жыл бұрын
@@marcgoldbergdogtrainer the Datejust 41 with smooth bezel, black dial on oyster bracelet! I know it’s not one of the toughest watches to get but there still a 1-2 year waitlist in my area for ANY Rolex model so I had to jump on it
@MrGMT19922 жыл бұрын
That is spot on. 10/10. Thanks Marc!
@sdiver682 жыл бұрын
If Rolex really wanted to stop the craziness, all they have to do is create a real Rolex waitlist. So simple. They choose not to, which allows AD's to do whatever they want. I've tried now for 3 yrs to buy even lower demand models from an AD, purchased $10k in other watches. Haven't been offered 1..but every time I visit they make it clear the path to Rolex is buying jewelry I have no interest in.
@Sov922 жыл бұрын
I just won’t go to an AD at all when I get around to Rolex. Not gonna play those games. If my money can’t talk at one place it’ll talk elsewhere.
@andyquibell40382 жыл бұрын
Congrats Marc! Wear in good health! 😊
@ianingham57132 жыл бұрын
Marc, l refer to your vlog about 5 years ago "l hated my Rolex Daytona"(white face as well) and sold it!! Bit of a turnaround eh? Iol
@reguetondecubabeats1362 жыл бұрын
Yes it’s right👍
@conduit2422 жыл бұрын
Love the HDR!
@dr.raymond43372 жыл бұрын
Seeing in my area, Bucherer and Watches of Switzerland, buying up these small family owned AD's for their territorial rites.
@robertschmidt95842 жыл бұрын
Mark, congrats on your Panda. Wear it well and happy belated Hanukkah.
@mohawkman45062 жыл бұрын
In life !!! It’s all in who you know 🤷🏽♂️!
@pumaadidas2 жыл бұрын
getting a Rolex at retail is the discounted price now lol
@marcgoldbergdogtrainer2 жыл бұрын
True!
@davejoe25922 жыл бұрын
I have no idea wtf an AD is but it seems to me that if you want to buy a watch, you go to a jewelry store or the jewelry section at your local Walmart. Also, Rolex is very, very highly overrated. They make ugly watches at astronomical prices. I would suggest you try their lower (much fucking lower) priced subsidiary, Timex. Same quality (if not better) at realistic prices, and a huge selection. The only AD I know is Al Davidson, and he doesn't even wear a watch anymore
@damachine32 жыл бұрын
5:18 *$13,150
@theone00702 жыл бұрын
What's the noise in the background?
@johnsanabria32792 жыл бұрын
It's not so much about bad AD's or good AD's since this really comes from Rolex(as is said,the brown stuff rolls down from the top).I have nothing against those honorable AD's trying to make as living. Problem is,they're caught up in a system created by the company, and they're either going to have to lower their standards or get out of Rolex and sell another brand other than Rolex. Rolex,IMHO,is more about selling an image than a workhorse watch. Take away the watch and what do you have? Would I want to spend $13k on an image? I don't think so.
@antoniolittera21542 жыл бұрын
And when they start peeling of the stickers you grab your money and walk out. You don’t get the watch you wanted but you become a legend.
@marcgoldbergdogtrainer2 жыл бұрын
😂
@ExpeditionTrio2 жыл бұрын
Diamond cellar in Nashville treated me so rudely that my wife nudge me and said it was time to go. After we left she said buy Gray market and save your dignity.. Fast forward to now and my watch broker got me a deal on a Tudor palagos and a no date sub together. I spent way way less than the “ getting to know us” cost of the AD and I’m happy. He checks in on me time to time to see how I’m doing and if I need anything. End of the day I’ll pay more for good customer service.
@robiulahmed2 жыл бұрын
All AD's should have their AD status revoked. These watches should only be available from Rolex themselves. However, Rolex benefits from the current arrangement, so nothing will change in a hurry.
@johnniegold70872 жыл бұрын
I think they're all in on it at this point. Speaking from a point of frustration. However, perfect example. You'll see grey market dealers with 7 Pandas. HOW?
@marcgoldbergdogtrainer2 жыл бұрын
Probably because most of them go to the gray market. Then they sit on them till they find the guy who will buy at top of current market. Almost 50 this week. 😮
@Kostas16012 жыл бұрын
How do I know the AD I choose is one of the good ADs or bad ADs?
@marcgoldbergdogtrainer2 жыл бұрын
Get on some Facebook Rolex groups and find people in your area. Find out if that AD is actually selling to regular customers. Good luck!
@Kostas16012 жыл бұрын
@@marcgoldbergdogtrainer Thanks Marc!
@ypaulbrown2 жыл бұрын
interesting, when I bought my 1016 in 1973, I walked in looking like a bum/with no money, asked how much the watch was, I knew exactly to the penny....was given the price, I said ok.... reached in my pocket and pulled out the exact amount...in cash, all wrinkled bills and change...you should have seen the look on the fellows face, and change of attitude.......The store was very nice in the future to me......still have the 1016