Batgirl markup diminishing

[BlueRoman]

My friend just bought a pre owned batgirl for $23k AUD with box and papers from a dealer.
I was in the AD today and I didn’t realise but with the price rises these are now $18k AUD.
For an extra $5k now it’s worth just buying pre owned and not stuffing around with a wait list.
And after properly handling and wearing his batgirl it really is incredibly refined and comfortable. Even at $18k I think these are undervalued.

Also of the two ADs in my city one had a 1908 and the other had a day date available for immediate purchase.

[Kiri]

Buy the watch at the price you find it worth it. If 5 k is the price to buy without looking back, do it and never look at Batman prices again and enjoy the beautiful watch.

[JRell]

The prices are going down, meaning they are becoming more available at ADs, even more the reason not to feed the beast and go AD.

[EverCloserUnion]

Originally Posted by BlueRoman

My friend just bought a pre owned batgirl for $23k AUD with box and papers from a dealer.
I was in the AD today and I didn’t realise but with the price rises these are now $18k AUD.
For an extra $5k now it’s worth just buying pre owned and not stuffing around with a wait list.
And after properly handling and wearing his batgirl it really is incredibly refined and comfortable. Even at $18k I think these are undervalued.

Also of the two ADs in my city one had a 1908 and the other had a day date available for immediate purchase.

That's interesting. What sort of waiting period would you (or a typical buyer) expect for a 'batgirl' in your local market?
I ask because the spread would point to between 1.5 and 2.5 years.

[Potawatomi]

Batgirl

[dmash]

If you’re a one and done type of guy, I think you’re nuts to get on some ‘list’ and play cat and mouse for possibly 2-3 years to get a BLNR. Just go grey and call it a day.

[padi56]

Never knew Rolex ADs sold batgirls is this a new type of comic book.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by dmash

If you’re a one and done type of guy, I think you’re nuts to get on some ‘list’ and play cat and mouse for possibly 2-3 years to get a BLNR. Just go grey and call it a day.

Yep, 100%

[Gearjockey]

Originally Posted by BlueRoman

My friend just bought a pre owned batgirl for $23k AUD with box and papers from a dealer.
I was in the AD today and I didn’t realise but with the price rises these are now $18k AUD.
For an extra $5k now it’s worth just buying pre owned and not stuffing around with a wait list.
And after properly handling and wearing his batgirl it really is incredibly refined and comfortable. Even at $18k I think these are undervalued.

Also of the two ADs in my city one had a 1908 and the other had a day date available for immediate purchase.

One man’s “undervalued” is another’s equilibrium

[omar10213245]

Originally Posted by padi56

Never knew Rolex ADs sold batgirls is this a new type of comic book.

[Jay_O]

Originally Posted by padi56

Never knew Rolex ADs sold batgirls is this a new type of comic book.

I'm fairly new to this forum, and I already know what your comments are going to be on any thread that involves a nickname or a Daytona. My god, I think 52,000 of your almost 53,000 posts are either a smug comment related to a common nickname or telling us you don't like modern Daytonas. We get it.

[worldofoyster]

it's a great daily watch if you can afford the premium

[BETRNSX]

Originally Posted by Jay_O

I'm fairly new to this forum, and I already know what your comments are going to be on any thread that involves a nickname or a Daytona. My god, I think 52,000 of your almost 53,000 posts are either a smug comment related to a common nickname or telling us you don't like modern Daytonas. We get it.

There's batman (oyster) and batgirl (jubilee), What's a pepsi on jubilee called then? diet pepsi?

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Jay_O

I'm fairly new to this forum, and I already know what your comments are going to be on any thread that involves a nickname or a Daytona. My god, I think 52,000 of your almost 53,000 posts are either a smug comment related to a common nickname or telling us you don't like modern Daytonas. We get it.

Well myself now 80 years old and even I know most of the correct Rolex reference names and not these silly nicknames.And I will post what I like regarding these nicknames if you don't like it then don't read or reply to my posts now you have a nice day.

[Cassian739]

Originally Posted by padi56

Never knew Rolex ADs sold batgirls is this a new type of comic book.

That's funny, because according to the search engine on the Rolex website they sell both a Batgirl (rolex batgirl, gmt master ii batgirl, gmt batgirl, gmt master batgirl) and a Batman... Na na na na na na na na na na BATMAN!

[RoRoRo]

Originally Posted by padi56

Never knew Rolex ADs sold batgirls is this a new type of comic book.

broken record. need to get over it buddy. I'm sure your real name isn't PADI.

[fsprow]

Originally Posted by Jay_O

I'm fairly new to this forum, and I already know what your comments are going to be on any thread that involves a nickname or a Daytona. My god, I think 52,000 of your almost 53,000 posts are either a smug comment related to a common nickname or telling us you don't like modern Daytonas. We get it.

I would just point out that Peter (PADI) certainly has some strong views on things that he finds strange (funny names for watches, compulsive timekeeping checking, watch winders, asking what a watch is worth ....). I share most of them!

In any case I have learned a great deal about Rolex, its history and contributions, from him and find Peter an essential forum contributor. And by the way, PADI refers to the fact that he was a professional dive instructor.

[garyk]

Originally Posted by dmash

If you’re a one and done type of guy, I think you’re nuts to get on some ‘list’ and play cat and mouse for possibly 2-3 years to get a BLNR. Just go grey and call it a day.

Sure, now you tell me lol….besides, it only took me 2 years

[garyk]

Originally Posted by Jay_O

I'm fairly new to this forum, and I already know what your comments are going to be on any thread that involves a nickname or a Daytona. My god, I think 52,000 of your almost 53,000 posts are either a smug comment related to a common nickname or telling us you don't like modern Daytonas. We get it.

I’m ok with Padi’s attitude. He’s a purest and has owned a Rolex since they were more for wearing due to their robust build quality and function more than a fashion statement. I’m in agreement with him on many things but I have liked Daytonas more than other watches as I used them in recording studios for many years. Anyway, it’s good to see the range of opinions here…

[Watchsprings]

On a list and yes the premium is coming down, but not enough for me yet.

[majidessa]

Originally Posted by BlueRoman

My friend just bought a pre owned batgirl for $23k AUD with box and papers from a dealer.
I was in the AD today and I didn’t realise but with the price rises these are now $18k AUD.
For an extra $5k now it’s worth just buying pre owned and not stuffing around with a wait list.
And after properly handling and wearing his batgirl it really is incredibly refined and comfortable. Even at $18k I think these are undervalued.

Also of the two ADs in my city one had a 1908 and the other had a day date available for immediate purchase.

There are many things to consider when buying preowned that affects the value, such as year, condition, and if it is a full set.

[Jay_O]

Padi has my respect for his contributions to the forum. His knowledge has been evident since I joined, and I have also learned a lot from his posts. I'm also not a fan of the nicknames, but it is what it is. They're silly, but they do make it easier when discussing all the different models on a forum. The repetitiveness of some of the comments just got to me this morning.

[Submariner868]

Originally Posted by garyk

I’m ok with Padi’s attitude. He’s a purest and has owned a Rolex since they were more for wearing due to their robust build quality and function more than a fashion statement. I’m in agreement with him on many things but I have liked Daytonas more than other watches as I used them in recording studios for many years. Anyway, it’s good to see the range of opinions here…

Ok, now I gotta ask. I have been in many recording studios, including the Power Station in NYC, where my band was recording. Never saw anyone wearing a chronograph - what do you use it for?

[BraveBold]

Batman.

Just purchased on oyster from AD. Took a few months. Requested oyster (not a fan of jubilee on such a sporty watch) so unsure how much it impacts availability. I expect availability continues to generally improve as flippers exit…

[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by BlueRoman

Batgirl markup diminishing

[Barada7]

Wait until it really crashes, then buy one as a purchase toward a Daytona.

[Cassian739]

Originally Posted by BlueRoman

My friend just bought a pre owned batgirl for $23k AUD with box and papers from a dealer.
I was in the AD today and I didn’t realise but with the price rises these are now $18k AUD.
For an extra $5k now it’s worth just buying pre owned and not stuffing around with a wait list.
And after properly handling and wearing his batgirl it really is incredibly refined and comfortable. Even at $18k I think these are undervalued.

Also of the two ADs in my city one had a 1908 and the other had a day date available for immediate purchase.

Life is short, buy the watch today from a trusted seller vs. playing the game. With that said, no harm in waiting, building a relationship, and hopefully getting the watch you want at RRP down the road.