No Date Sub just arrived for me in Honolulu

[wilsonpepper]

I filed an "expression of interest" in acquiring a Rolex No-Date Sub 6 weeks ago at the Rolex Botique in Honolulu. Picked it up yesterday. Nice watch.

Across the 6 weeks, I stayed in contact my SA 4 times.

Everything went smooth. I can recommend this store. All employees there very nice, friendly, and professional.

They had every model in the cases, of course, "Exhibition Only", but the SA said the safe was full of a wide variety of watches, and that they just go "down the list" and that works very well.

Also mentioned that they defer to "locals".

Overall, very pleasant experience....

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[Mystro]

That’s outstanding.

[rmlovett1]

Nicely done! Congratulations!

[value.target]

Congratulation. The No-date Sub is definitely a stunning piece.
How did you stay in touch with your SA over the 6 week period? Texting? or did you come in the store 4 times?

[996marty]

Congratulations on the new watch

[BNA/LION]

Congratulations!

[SvenNikolai]

Great, that was quick. Have fun wearing it!

[Carguy87]

Congrats!! Post a wrist shot when you can!

[Speedfreek28]

Congrats! I put interest down with them for the 40mm explorer 1 and haven’t heard from them. This was almost like 5 months ago so who knows. Guess I should follow up with them.

[911cz]

No date Sub is the sweet spot in the Sub range. Perfect choice!


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[1William]

Congratulations.

[Calatrava r]

Big congrats. Many people are waiting for these.

[123Blueface]

Congrats on a great watch.
Now going forward, remember you bout a Submariner, as opposed to a Submariner Date.

[brandrea]

Congratulations, that’s all you’d ever need

[MRBolton]

Which AD was this--Ben Bridge or Tourneau?

Ben Bridge in Honolulu is the second worst AD I've ever been two--both visits in 2021 and 2023. So incredibly rude. That said, it's probably the most stunning in appearance with the incredible décor.

[garyk]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Congratulations, that’s all you’d ever need

So true, in retrospect, buying many watches over the past 50 years was largely unnecessary. I might have been completely satisfied with my original Submariner and one dress watch?! Oh well, it has been fun…

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by garyk

So true, in retrospect, buying many watches over the past 50 years was largely unnecessary. I might have been completely satisfied with my original Submariner and one dress watch?! Oh well, it has been fun…

I’ve often wondered the same.


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[wilsonpepper]

Originally Posted by Speedfreek28

Congrats! I put interest down with them for the 40mm explorer 1 and haven’t heard from them. This was almost like 5 months ago so who knows. Guess I should follow up with them.

Yes, the follow-up is most important at that store, because of the sheer numbers of people coming in each day. I kept up with my SA via text and phone call - he actually called me. Each SA is equipped with a Company cell phone, and they will give you that number so you can contact them as necessary.

Just my opinion.

[wilsonpepper]

Originally Posted by MRBolton

Which AD was this--Ben Bridge or Tourneau?

Ben Bridge in Honolulu is the second worst AD I've ever been two--both visits in 2021 and 2023. So incredibly rude. That said, it's probably the most stunning in appearance with the incredible décor.

It's the Tourneau store, right in the heart of Waikki, across the street from Dukes. Sometimes referred to as: The Rolex Store, at the International Market Place.

You might request to speak with Kevin, and fill in a new "expression of interest" form - take your time, tell a good story !

[wilsonpepper]

Originally Posted by Carguy87

Congrats!! Post a wrist shot when you can!

Ok here ya go ! Its really a great piece, like the no date magnifier for sure.

[ZOOK]

Congratulations.

[MRBolton]

Originally Posted by wilsonpepper

It's the Tourneau store, right in the heart of Waikki, across the street from Dukes. Sometimes referred to as: The Rolex Store, at the International Market Place.

You might request to speak with Kevin, and fill in a new "expression of interest" form - take your time, tell a good story !

Are you local, or did you call ahead?

I got a Sub LV from Tourneau in Maui by calling ahead a few months in advance. First purchase with them. Just got lucky by having my SA be the GM of the store. A week or so before I was leaving for vacation, I got the text that it arrived and to phone in payment for collection in person when I got there. It was the highlight of my trip!

[StanCho]

Congrats, Sub is always a great choice :D

[omar-rye]

Originally Posted by wilsonpepper

Across the 6 weeks, I stayed in contact my SA 4 times.

How did you manage that without coming off as annoying?

[173rdabn]

Well done.

[Harry-57]

Nice result. Congratulations.

[jacowestt]

It sounds like you had a fantastic experience! Congratulations on picking up the No-Date Sub. It’s a classic piece, and what a great addition to the collection.

The fact that the Honolulu Boutique not only kept you updated but also had a smooth process and friendly, professional staff speaks volumes. It’s great to hear about your positive experience and the transparency they offered in explaining the process and prioritization. The “locals first” approach is interesting too and definitely makes sense.

Enjoy the new watch, it’s one of the best! And thanks for sharing; always helpful to hear about experiences at different boutiques.

[ejvette]

Congrats I have owned both the Date and No date i prefer the clean look of the no date and thats the one in my collection.


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[Watchsprings]

Congratulations, that’s THE ICON!!