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Old 26 September 2024, 05:10 AM   #1
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Bittersweet..



Last week I found out that my AD is losing Rolex. I got lucky to get this from the exhibition case.
This may very well be my last piece.


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Old 26 September 2024, 05:18 AM   #2
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That’s an awesome pickup!
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Old 26 September 2024, 06:47 AM   #3
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Sorry to hear that about your AD. That stinks. Nonetheless, congrats on your awesome Explorer II. Looks fantastic.
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Old 26 September 2024, 06:54 AM   #4
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How long did you work with them? It's difficult re-starting with a new AD.

My go to AD lost the account in 2021 after a 25 year relationship. It's taken so much effort the last 2.5 yrs that I now call it work.
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Old 26 September 2024, 08:34 AM   #5
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How long did you work with them? It's difficult re-starting with a new AD.

My go to AD lost the account in 2021 after a 25 year relationship. It's taken so much effort the last 2.5 yrs that I now call it work.
I’ve been dealing with them since 2018. They also lost Cartier. All in all between me and my wife, we bought 9 pieces from them.
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Old 26 September 2024, 09:04 AM   #6
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I’ve been dealing with them since 2018. They also lost Cartier. All in all between me and my wife, we bought 9 pieces from them.
Seems like the trend continues.
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Old 26 September 2024, 06:57 AM   #7
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Enjoy the polar it’s a cracking watch!
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Old 26 September 2024, 07:02 AM   #8
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After my 2 trusted ADs lost their status, it’s been like climbing Mt. Everest to gain the access I had.
I’m literally through buying new; now, focusing on finding NOS 5 digit professional series watches. Much more fun and satisfying with much less games to be played by arrogant ADs.
Going to look at 2 this weekend….a GMT Coke and Explorer II.
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Old 26 September 2024, 08:37 AM   #9
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Sorry to hear they’re losing their status. Any info on provided reason why it happened?
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Old 26 September 2024, 12:59 PM   #10
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Sorry to hear they’re losing their status. Any info on provided reason why it happened?
No definitive answer given however it was hinted that Rolex might be selling exclusively at their boutique.
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Old 26 September 2024, 10:32 AM   #11
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Congrats, beautiful polar!


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Old 26 September 2024, 10:34 AM   #12
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OP, where in the Midwest are you?
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Old 26 September 2024, 01:00 PM   #13
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op, where in the midwest are you?
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Old 26 September 2024, 01:55 PM   #14
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Bittersweet for sure. Congratulations on a great watch.

I endured the loss of two ADs and rebuilding sucks but it’s possible.
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Old 26 September 2024, 02:01 PM   #15
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Lovely watch btw .. enjoy ..
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Old 26 September 2024, 02:16 PM   #16
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Old 26 September 2024, 03:13 PM   #17
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Beautiful watch sorry about the news though!!
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Old 26 September 2024, 03:39 PM   #18
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Old 26 September 2024, 10:11 PM   #19
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Beautiful watch! Enjoy!

With regards to the AD, since they are losing both Cartier and Rolex in my opinion something else is amiss and not just that Rolex wanted to sell at a boutique. Could be they didn't want to spend the required capital to refurbish their store.
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Old 26 September 2024, 10:12 PM   #20
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Nice Exp ! Congrats!
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Old 26 September 2024, 10:26 PM   #21
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Sorry to hear about the AD but that is an excellent addition!
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Old 26 September 2024, 10:34 PM   #22
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Congrats OP- fantastic watch!

OP and I share the same AD and, coincidentally, my last pickup was a 226570 polar. I was on track for a 126610LV or BLNR to celebrate my 50th next week, but that is not happening now. My modest spend history is gone and I'm not excited about my prospects of starting over somewhere else. The Rolex model leaves us established 2nd tier collectors in the breeze and I may well be joining the ranks of watch lovers who found another brand to enjoy. Which is not the end of the world.

I didn't get any inside info, but my sense is that another poster may have called it correctly regarding space improvement and allocation. Becoming an Omega AD probably didn't help either. Hopefully the AD can find a way to continue, but I am sure losing Rolex really hurts.
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Old 26 September 2024, 11:15 PM   #23
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A nice gift to remember them by. Congrats!
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Old 26 September 2024, 11:25 PM   #24
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Congratulations. Great watch.
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Old 26 September 2024, 11:46 PM   #25
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Maybe just the last piece with THAT dealer.

Plenty of other ADs out there.
Can't let that stop you.
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Old 27 September 2024, 12:50 AM   #26
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Congratulations picking up the new watch!

Sorry to hear about the AD. Good luck in the future!
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Old 27 September 2024, 02:37 AM   #27
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At least you're going out in style. Congratulations.
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Old 27 September 2024, 02:50 AM   #28
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Old 27 September 2024, 01:20 PM   #29
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Great watch. Sorry to hear about your AD.
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Old 27 September 2024, 10:23 PM   #30
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Sorry to hear about that AD- but at least you got a sweet Explorer out of them before they lost the line. I love that watch, and I am thinking it will be my next.

There is a small AD here in Michigan, 3 stores but only one has a small Rolex boutique. I am shocked they have not gotten the letter yet.
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