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jaychief · 4 February 2020, 10:28 PM

I’ve just returned from a trip abroad and whilst walking through the airport always drop into Rolex shop looking for a GMT.... I know I will never get one, however they were displaying watches u can’t put a deposit down on it put your name down for....
Just don’t get the point

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beshannon · 4 February 2020, 10:34 PM

At least it fills the empty displays that make Rolex look out of business

Unclebuck · 4 February 2020, 10:34 PM

Those empty cases looked pathetic. This is the solution.

jaychief · 4 February 2020, 10:42 PM

However I saw these in Abu Dahi while getting my connection....

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MrKhan · 4 February 2020, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by jaychief

However I saw these in Abu Dahi while getting my connection....

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Abu Dhabi does have some gems from time to time. I picked up a no date sub 3 months ago for my friend while flying out.

JParm · 4 February 2020, 11:19 PM

When you thought it couldn't get worse than the empty display cases...

"Here's a watch that you won't be able to purchase, but please do fall in love with it!"

glamorama · 4 February 2020, 11:23 PM

That's great, they should have more "Display only" pieces. Everyone is complaining on not being able to try on before buying. Not sure it would benefit Rolex though.

Wcdhtwn · 4 February 2020, 11:27 PM

Is that a Sub on the right? It’s got a date but doesn’t look like a cyclops is there. That and the bezel that isn’t fully graduated... is it a 5-digit SeaDweller? You aren’t going to get one of those at an AD anyway. But I do take your point.

Rashid.bk · 4 February 2020, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Wcdhtwn

Is that a Sub on the right? It’s got a date but doesn’t look like a cyclops is there. That and the bezel that isn’t fully graduated... is it a 5-digit SeaDweller? You aren’t going to get one of those at an AD anyway. But I do take your point.

Huh???
It's just a regular 114060 Submariner(no date).

WatchLurv · 4 February 2020, 11:35 PM

It's to try, then put your name down at your local AD and never receive it. If you do get the call expect 2-5 years waiting time.

schoolboy · 4 February 2020, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by jpeezy14@hotmail.com

When you thought it couldn't get worse than the empty display cases...

"Here's a watch that you won't be able to purchase, but please do fall in love with it!"

BrazenC5 · 5 February 2020, 12:14 AM

In Zurich airport over the weekend. Massive display of about 11 watches for exhibition only including the RG DD40 olive dial, RG CHNR, YG blue dial sub, RG yachtmaster, YM II. Milgauss. Etc...only available inside the store were DJs, and a page diamond dial RG YM.

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Blansky · 5 February 2020, 01:36 AM

Same here.

IntenseImage · 5 February 2020, 01:38 AM

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Same here.

samson66 · 5 February 2020, 01:49 AM

At least it allows us to try on some hard-to-get pieces before we order from the greys

77T · 5 February 2020, 02:25 AM

Just dropped into our Buckhead AD and only PM models - nice GMT there and a Sky-D. I’m not thinking the drought of SS Pro models is due to break for many a mango season.

But - as I left via the back parking lot, FEDEX was delivering 6 big boxes so maybe I should have walked back in?

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jaychief · 5 February 2020, 03:13 AM

But its great to try them on but what chance if any of actually getting is very small if none at all.... I went into a Rolex dealer in KL and he said he had not seen a SS sport watch for over 12months...

franktehtank · 5 February 2020, 03:18 AM

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Originally Posted by jaychief

I’ve just returned from a trip abroad and whilst walking through the airport always drop into Rolex shop looking for a GMT.... I know I will never get one, however they were displaying watches u can’t put a deposit down on it put your name down for....
Just don’t get the point

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It seems ridiculous that they won't even take your name down for it. What's the point then?

I'm guessing it's to drive traffic/interest into the store, where they're hoping to upsell you on one of the PM versions.

garyk · 5 February 2020, 03:23 AM

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Originally Posted by jaychief

I’ve just returned from a trip abroad and whilst walking through the airport always drop into Rolex shop looking for a GMT.... I know I will never get one, however they were displaying watches u can’t put a deposit down on it put your name down for....
Just don’t get the point

Ridiculous!!

Chadridv · 5 February 2020, 03:26 AM

There are many things that are ridiculous about the current situation, but here's one positive and IMO it's a big one. Without even getting into the conversation about paying over retail going gray (although I have no problem getting into it), etc. I'll just say I'm all for getting what you want, when you want it. However, it's difficult to pull the trigger on a watch you've never tried on or even seen in person.

If I'm considering a watch and an AD has one I can look at but not buy, at least it will help me make the decision whether or not to buy gray.

jaychief · 5 February 2020, 03:33 AM

I did try it on but it wasn’t for me.... there was yachet master there also

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ZOOK · 5 February 2020, 03:33 AM

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Originally Posted by samson66

At least it allows us to try on some hard-to-get pieces before we order from the greys

A grey probably lent the AD the watches with the understanding the AD would recommend the grey to any interested buyers.

Saint-Tropez · 5 February 2020, 04:41 AM

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Originally Posted by jaychief

I’ve just returned from a trip abroad and whilst walking through the airport always drop into Rolex shop looking for a GMT.... I know I will never get one, however they were displaying watches u can’t put a deposit down on it put your name down for....
Just don’t get the point

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What is so difficult to comprehend about that? Nothing esoteric there at all. In fact, every single one of my own timepieces are for exhibition only too.

Watchflair · 5 February 2020, 05:23 AM

I dk - I see both sides here.

I kind of like that they have these pieces available for display. The only issue there becomes will they take an order or deposit to secure one of those models... guessing it's a no. This is where I see the issue - why display and advertise if you are not willing or able to sell.

brandrea · 5 February 2020, 05:30 AM

Rolex ~ damned if they do, damned if they don’t

Brew · 5 February 2020, 05:53 AM

Just click on one of the bazillion threads asking the same question. The “answers” have not changed.

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Ballzzz · 5 February 2020, 07:12 AM

I think its fine for people to handle/try on/actually see in the flesh/spin the crown.

THEN BAM

Back to reality, jk. It doesn't bother me with the current situation. I would rather have this then empty cases.

watchmework · 5 February 2020, 08:21 AM

I actually like the display only models...lets you try a watch out, especially the hot models so if one comes from your AD you can pull the trigger and buy it quickly...also gives you the flexibility to try the watch before going with a grey dealer.

Steerpike999 · 5 February 2020, 08:30 AM

They are there to try on perhaps?

MagPI · 5 February 2020, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Wcdhtwn

Is that a Sub on the right? It’s got a date but doesn’t look like a cyclops is there. That and the bezel that isn’t fully graduated... is it a 5-digit SeaDweller? You aren’t going to get one of those at an AD anyway. But I do take your point.

It’s a Submariner ref. 114060. They don’t come with a date like the Sub Date ref. 116610 does.

4 February 2020, 10:28 PM	#1
jaychief "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: UK Watch: Deepsea Posts: 667	Don’t get it...... I’ve just returned from a trip abroad and whilst walking through the airport always drop into Rolex shop looking for a GMT.... I know I will never get one, however they were displaying watches u can’t put a deposit down on it put your name down for.... Just don’t get the point Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 February 2020, 10:34 PM	#2
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	At least it fills the empty displays that make Rolex look out of business __________________ Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

4 February 2020, 11:19 PM	#6
JParm 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NorCal Watch: Yes! Posts: 6,560	When you thought it couldn't get worse than the empty display cases... "Here's a watch that you won't be able to purchase, but please do fall in love with it!" __________________

5 February 2020, 02:25 AM	#16
77T 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,681	Just dropped into our Buckhead AD and only PM models - nice GMT there and a Sky-D. I’m not thinking the drought of SS Pro models is due to break for many a mango season. But - as I left via the back parking lot, FEDEX was delivering 6 big boxes so maybe I should have walked back in? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

5 February 2020, 03:26 AM	#20
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,357	There are many things that are ridiculous about the current situation, but here's one positive and IMO it's a big one. Without even getting into the conversation about paying over retail going gray (although I have no problem getting into it), etc. I'll just say I'm all for getting what you want, when you want it. However, it's difficult to pull the trigger on a watch you've never tried on or even seen in person. If I'm considering a watch and an AD has one I can look at but not buy, at least it will help me make the decision whether or not to buy gray. __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

4 February 2020, 10:34 PM	#3
Unclebuck "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: USA Posts: 74	Those empty cases looked pathetic. This is the solution.

4 February 2020, 10:42 PM	#4
jaychief "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: UK Watch: Deepsea Posts: 667	However I saw these in Abu Dahi while getting my connection.... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 February 2020, 11:23 PM	#7
glamorama "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Dan Location: Benelux Posts: 1,920	That's great, they should have more "Display only" pieces. Everyone is complaining on not being able to try on before buying. Not sure it would benefit Rolex though.

4 February 2020, 11:27 PM	#8
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,038	Is that a Sub on the right? It’s got a date but doesn’t look like a cyclops is there. That and the bezel that isn’t fully graduated... is it a 5-digit SeaDweller? You aren’t going to get one of those at an AD anyway. But I do take your point.

4 February 2020, 11:35 PM	#10
WatchLurv Banned Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Moon Watch: Swiss Posts: 2,270	It's to try, then put your name down at your local AD and never receive it. If you do get the call expect 2-5 years waiting time.

5 February 2020, 12:14 AM	#12
BrazenC5 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Chris Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: 1665,1675,1680,SD4 Posts: 1,837	In Zurich airport over the weekend. Massive display of about 11 watches for exhibition only including the RG DD40 olive dial, RG CHNR, YG blue dial sub, RG yachtmaster, YM II. Milgauss. Etc...only available inside the store were DJs, and a page diamond dial RG YM. Sent from my SM-G975U using Tapatalk

5 February 2020, 01:49 AM	#15
samson66 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Downy Ocean Hon Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,586	At least it allows us to try on some hard-to-get pieces before we order from the greys

5 February 2020, 03:13 AM	#17
jaychief "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: UK Watch: Deepsea Posts: 667	But its great to try them on but what chance if any of actually getting is very small if none at all.... I went into a Rolex dealer in KL and he said he had not seen a SS sport watch for over 12months...

5 February 2020, 03:33 AM	#21
jaychief "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: UK Watch: Deepsea Posts: 667	I did try it on but it wasn’t for me.... there was yachet master there also Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

5 February 2020, 05:23 AM	#24
Watchflair 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Jim Location: Westchester NY Watch: Love em all Posts: 5,910	I dk - I see both sides here. I kind of like that they have these pieces available for display. The only issue there becomes will they take an order or deposit to secure one of those models... guessing it's a no. This is where I see the issue - why display and advertise if you are not willing or able to sell. __________________ Remember what matters. Value everyday

5 February 2020, 05:30 AM	#25
brandrea 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 76,814	Rolex ~ damned if they do, damned if they don’t

5 February 2020, 05:53 AM	#26
Brew "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Larry Location: Finger Lakes Posts: 6,007	Just click on one of the bazillion threads asking the same question. The “answers” have not changed. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

5 February 2020, 07:12 AM	#27
Ballzzz 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: NY Posts: 2,491	I think its fine for people to handle/try on/actually see in the flesh/spin the crown. THEN BAM Back to reality, jk. It doesn't bother me with the current situation. I would rather have this then empty cases. __________________ Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius and a lot of courage to move in the opposite direction. - Albert Einstein

5 February 2020, 08:21 AM	#28
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	I actually like the display only models...lets you try a watch out, especially the hot models so if one comes from your AD you can pull the trigger and buy it quickly...also gives you the flexibility to try the watch before going with a grey dealer.

5 February 2020, 08:30 AM	#29
Steerpike999 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Melbourne Watch: A few..... Posts: 929	They are there to try on perhaps?

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