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12 January 2019, 03:12 PM | #1 |
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What my AD will and will NOT order
Interesting thing today, I went to my AD to try and purchase myself a Polar Exp II. I really don't get the ordering practice. I was told that another employee currently has a Polar on order for someone else and they can't order me one, until he receives his. So, you can only order 1 at a time? I just don't get this practice. I'm told that these aren't like the other professional models. They are readily available. also, here is a list what they apparently can and can't order for people.
No date Sub.....orderable Date Sub........non-orderable Green Sub......non-orderable BLNR GMT .....non-orderable BLRO GMT..... non-orderable Black GMT.....believe it or not....orderable both Expl II white/black dial....orderable Daytona C.....Non orderable That being said, the ones that are "orderable" i think the AD is being picky on who they order them for. |
12 January 2019, 03:42 PM | #2 |
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That’s what they want you to believe.
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12 January 2019, 03:44 PM | #3 |
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Crack is wack.
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12 January 2019, 04:02 PM | #4 |
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As far as I know AD's do not get to choose which watches they are sent.
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12 January 2019, 04:07 PM | #5 |
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Shipment arrive randomly and most AD have zero ideas what to expect until they open the containers.
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12 January 2019, 04:08 PM | #6 |
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They can order specific models, I was in a local AD just this weekend with a couple ordering a Rolex next to me. The manager said they could order certain watches.
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12 January 2019, 04:43 PM | #7 |
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An AD told me they could order green subs.
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12 January 2019, 05:09 PM | #8 |
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I think they get what they get. All at the mercy of Rolex.
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12 January 2019, 05:44 PM | #9 |
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I was under the impression the AD can order certain models, but it’s up to Rolex to decide if they will fulfill the order. Just curious, what AD did you go to OP?
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12 January 2019, 06:21 PM | #10 |
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Yeah I believe it’s like walking up to a DJ at a club. You can make requests but you might not like the answer
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12 January 2019, 06:44 PM | #11 |
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I ordered a ND Sub and a Ceramic Pepsi GMT together. I was told to wait “years” for the GMT and “6 months” for the Sub. Sub came after 1 month. Make sense of that....
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12 January 2019, 08:27 PM | #12 |
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I think it's more like they have say 20 names on a list for a watch so they stop taking more names because they know they will be unable to fulfill as they know they only get one or two of those watches in a period of time..
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12 January 2019, 08:33 PM | #13 |
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12 January 2019, 08:36 PM | #14 |
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Under special circumstances ADs can order specific references above their regular shipment.
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12 January 2019, 09:16 PM | #15 |
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Believe it or not....haha
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However I did wait a while for my ND and during that time could have had 2 date models. |
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12 January 2019, 10:12 PM | #17 |
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12 January 2019, 10:23 PM | #18 |
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My Ad has 100 on a waitlist and wont add any more names. He said 80% of his waitlist will probley never get their watch...
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12 January 2019, 10:33 PM | #19 |
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I think your AD might be technically right but they will have a standing order for all SS Sport Models and would take all that they could receive. It might be about setting expectations for customers and managing a market of customer with limited inventory. With that said, why do you not look at our Trusted Sellers and see The Explorer II at a discount NIB and an even better deal for slightly pre-owned and complete. You pay and the watch will be to you by 1030 the next day. No issues and the Explorer II is one of the few watches that is still currently discounted. Go get your watch, save a few dollars and skip the difficulties at the AD's. I did and do.
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12 January 2019, 11:00 PM | #20 |
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Actually they get a hint what’s in the shipment! My Pepsi and white Daytona myAD told me they’re coming in the next shipment and they did!
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12 January 2019, 11:03 PM | #21 |
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12 January 2019, 11:19 PM | #22 |
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Uh. I think all of them are orderable. Its considered a special order. But if theres a wait list its a moot convo
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12 January 2019, 11:20 PM | #23 |
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All that means is they have a nd sub and black gmt in the back.
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13 January 2019, 12:00 AM | #25 |
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In this case, I think “orderable” means comes in with regular frequency, as opposed to actually calling HQ and getting one. You can order ONE, because that’s an actual list to get the next one. Or maybe they’re being discontinued and they want to move all the stock?
Who knows with these guys? They’ll say anything for a sale. The AD management must know that lack of access is driving people to other luxury brands.
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13 January 2019, 12:57 AM | #27 |
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Very likely. A local AD (since gone) once told me Rolex determined what models he should have based upon their own mysterious reasoning. He was quite frustrated with them.
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13 January 2019, 01:09 AM | #28 |
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Think of your AD as an extension of you ... they want what you want and Rolex gives them what they want.
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13 January 2019, 01:16 AM | #29 |
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Time to get a watch I said
As I lay down for bed With dreams of Rolex flying through my head One one to order? It should be easy, I think they said... As I stepped into my authorized dealer I spied a half-filled display case The sales lady descended on me with grace "Which Datejust would you like to try?" she asked "Ah ha!" I said..., "I'm here for the Pepsi!" "I'm sorry sir we have no Pepsi, you do seem nice so how about a Diet Coke, WITH ICE?" "Oh no!" I said..., "You must understand..." "I mean the GMT with the extra hand." I cannot order you a GMT in red and blue... I cannot order you a GMT even if you argue! A no date Sub, that I can do. How about you pay in full, what say you? I cannot accept I'm afraid. What about one with a date, can that deal be made? For you I am unable to order that piece I have some lovely Lady's Datejusts one might suit your niece? Ok, what about a Submariner in green? Surely a store of your stature will be keen Alas sir, I must decline I see your Diet Coke is finished Would you care for a glass of wine? Fine then, let's try something else The internet said If I didn't have a Stainless Daytona there's something wrong with my head White dial only or else I'll be scarred Let's write up the order, let me get my card At this point she let out a thunderous laugh It attracted the attention of all the sales staff Sir if you must have a white dial Maybe an Explorer 2 I can do If you pay in full it'll be here in one month or two! Just one problem though, someone has one on order You'll have to wait until they take delivery Certainly sir, you'll agree this is chivalry Not sure what to do in this situation I posted to rolexforums.com without hesitation Instead of being met with condolence and a warm wish The words of an awful poet Are all I have to show for it... |
13 January 2019, 01:21 AM | #30 |
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All Rolex in the catalogue are orderable, AD orders what they want like a "wishlist", But they don't know what Rolex will send until they get a shipping notification with what's in the order, Rolex sends whatever they want.
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