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vh2k · 18 May 2021, 07:30 AM

So many threads about how grey dealers have magical access to AD stock and swoop up 95% of all the available Rolex watches.

So many frustrated people who can't get the Rolex watch they want without paying through the nose.

So, I'm going to do something spontaneous, maybe risky, and possibly CRAZY!

I'm going to visit a few Rolex stores THIS WEEK and I'm going to buy the FIRST piece I'm offered -- no matter what it is! And, if I love it, I'm going to keep it. If I don't 100% love it, I will make it available to a TRFer who wants it. I'll pay it forward to a Rolex lover who really loves the piece.

I'm up for the challenge. Will I be offered anything at all? Will I end up with a Datejust with diamond bezel? Will I get a YG Daytona? Who knows? If it's a nice one, I'll snatch it away from the evil flippers and release into the TRF universe - the home of all pure and Rolex-worthy watch lovers.

Edit: If you have a dream watch, please be super specific.

1665fan · 18 May 2021, 07:33 AM

I’ll take a blnr if you get one! My AD had 4 datejusts the other day if you are looking for one

vh2k · 18 May 2021, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by 1665fan

I’ll take a blnr if you get one! My AD had 4 datejusts the other day if you are looking for one

Deal. If I magically get offered a BLNR, it's yours.

ttomczak · 18 May 2021, 07:35 AM

Very nice and good luck with your hunt. Fingers crossed that you get what you like!

1665fan · 18 May 2021, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by vh2k

Deal. If I magically get offered a BLNR, it's yours.

Thanks and good luck!

vh2k · 18 May 2021, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by ttomczak

Very nice and good luck with your hunt. Fingers crossed that you get what you like!

I’m actually fine if I don’t love it.

Deepseadoug · 18 May 2021, 07:40 AM

Dibs on Daytona at retail!

SlideRacker · 18 May 2021, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by vh2k

Will I end up with a 2 tone Datejust with diamond bezel and diamond dial?

Fixed that for you.

vh2k · 18 May 2021, 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Deepseadoug

Dibs on Daytona at retail!

Can you please be more specific? Exactly which model/dial, etc.?

I have several Daytonas on my wish list.

RadSS · 18 May 2021, 07:44 AM

Very curious to what you will get

Marcjvr · 18 May 2021, 07:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vh2k

So many threads about how grey dealers have magical access to AD stock and swoop up 95% of all the available Rolex watches.

So many frustrated people who can't get the Rolex watch they want without paying through the nose.

So, I'm going to do something spontaneous, maybe risky, and possibly CRAZY!

I'm going to visit a few Rolex stores THIS WEEK and I'm going to buy the FIRST piece I'm offered -- no matter what it is! And, if I love it, I'm going to keep it. If I don't 100% love it, I will make it available to a TRFer who wants it. I'll pay it forward to a Rolex lover who really loves the piece.

I'm up for the challenge. Will I be offered anything at all? Will I end up with a Datejust with diamond bezel? Will I get a YG Daytona? Who knows? If it's a nice one, I'll snatch it away from the evil flippers and release into the TRF universe - the home of all pure and Rolex-worthy watch lovers.

I’ll take a Bright blue op41 please

ap1 · 18 May 2021, 07:52 AM

What if it’s a tt out of the case.

vh2k · 18 May 2021, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Marcjvr

I’ll take a Bright blue op41 please

I turned one down last year. My mistake. OP41 Blue goes to you!

vh2k · 18 May 2021, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by ap1

What if it’s a tt out of the case.

Well, that would really suck!!! But, I’m typically offered something from the back.

brandrea · 18 May 2021, 07:55 AM

It’ll be interesting to see what you’re offered

I hope your wife needs a DJ

mimariani · 18 May 2021, 07:58 AM

That is awesome of you. I just visited Cabo, and there is a 36mm Explorer there. Just saying, it's a good excuse to hit the Beach :)

vh2k · 18 May 2021, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

I hope your wife needs a DJ

She wears an Apple Watch and thinks my watches are stupid. I may be screwed!

brandrea · 18 May 2021, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by vh2k

She wears an Apple Watch and thinks my watches are stupid. I may be screwed!

I’ll do you a favour then and check to see if my wife is in the market

joejet · 18 May 2021, 08:02 AM

If you magic up a Platinum Daytona please its my 50th next year and although my name is on a list still not happened.
I am guessing a 36mm DateJust will be the best you will find.

Master_Grogu · 18 May 2021, 08:02 AM

Cellini monophase it is then!

-dustin · 18 May 2021, 08:02 AM

oh this will be entertaining...

rmagoo57 · 18 May 2021, 08:02 AM

Enjoying cocktail hour I see! Go for it and keep us posted!!

vh2k · 18 May 2021, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Master_Grogu

Cellini monophase it is then!

Are you saying you want one? Or you think I’ll get stuck with — I mean, offered— that model?

Seddyspaghetti · 18 May 2021, 08:05 AM

Not all heroes wear capes!

77T · 18 May 2021, 08:07 AM

This works best when you lay 20 bundles on the countertop.

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bmoc81293 · 18 May 2021, 08:10 AM

Put me down for a Submariner No Date 41! Great idea. We should all do this.

Edit: specificity

vh2k · 18 May 2021, 08:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joejet

If you magic up a Platinum Daytona please its my 50th next year and although my name is on a list still not happened.

You guys smoke some strong stuff there.

fskywalker · 18 May 2021, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vh2k

So many threads about how grey dealers have magical access to AD stock and swoop up 95% of all the available Rolex watches.

So many frustrated people who can't get the Rolex watch they want without paying through the nose.

So, I'm going to do something spontaneous, maybe risky, and possibly CRAZY!

I'm going to visit a few Rolex stores THIS WEEK and I'm going to buy the FIRST piece I'm offered -- no matter what it is! And, if I love it, I'm going to keep it. If I don't 100% love it, I will make it available to a TRFer who wants it. I'll pay it forward to a Rolex lover who really loves the piece.

I'm up for the challenge. Will I be offered anything at all? Will I end up with a Datejust with diamond bezel? Will I get a YG Daytona? Who knows? If it's a nice one, I'll snatch it away from the evil flippers and release into the TRF universe - the home of all pure and Rolex-worthy watch lovers.

Thanks for the generous offer! Pepsi or Explorer 124270 for me!

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vh2k · 18 May 2021, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by bmoc81293

Put me down for a Submariner! Great idea. We should all do this.

Not specific enough.

amsterdamfats · 18 May 2021, 08:13 AM

On Saturday May 8th walked into an AD here in NJ for the first time. My car was out front, they saw my dog barking....told me to bring her in!

Twenty minutes later I walked out with a 115603 Black dial . SA told me it was in the store since that morning....they decided to put it out. I knew if I didn't take it.....someone else would shortly after.

Still searching for my 124060 but am totally PSYCHED about this watch!!

18 May 2021, 07:30 AM	#1
vh2k "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: USA Posts: 3,018	PAY IT FORWARD - I'm going to take one away from the flippers! So many threads about how grey dealers have magical access to AD stock and swoop up 95% of all the available Rolex watches. So many frustrated people who can't get the Rolex watch they want without paying through the nose. So, I'm going to do something spontaneous, maybe risky, and possibly CRAZY! I'm going to visit a few Rolex stores THIS WEEK and I'm going to buy the FIRST piece I'm offered -- no matter what it is! And, if I love it, I'm going to keep it. If I don't 100% love it, I will make it available to a TRFer who wants it. I'll pay it forward to a Rolex lover who really loves the piece. I'm up for the challenge. Will I be offered anything at all? Will I end up with a Datejust with diamond bezel? Will I get a YG Daytona? Who knows? If it's a nice one, I'll snatch it away from the evil flippers and release into the TRF universe - the home of all pure and Rolex-worthy watch lovers. Edit: If you have a dream watch, please be super specific.

18 May 2021, 07:35 AM	#4
ttomczak 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Thomas Location: North Carolina Watch: The Beach Posts: 3,421	Very nice and good luck with your hunt. Fingers crossed that you get what you like! __________________ If you wind it, it tells pretty good time (Paul Newman)

18 May 2021, 07:58 AM	#16
mimariani "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: In the Trees Watch: Sub Posts: 465	That is awesome of you. I just visited Cabo, and there is a 36mm Explorer there. Just saying, it's a good excuse to hit the Beach :) __________________ Life is a mindset! Explorer - 214270 Milgauss - 116400 GV Date Just 41 - 126334 Sub - 14060m 2 liner Tudor S&G

18 May 2021, 08:07 AM	#25
77T 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,681	This works best when you lay 20 bundles on the countertop. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

18 May 2021, 07:33 AM	#2
1665fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: East coast Posts: 6,655	I’ll take a blnr if you get one! My AD had 4 datejusts the other day if you are looking for one

18 May 2021, 07:40 AM	#7
Deepseadoug Banned Join Date: May 2019 Location: Earth Posts: 169	Dibs on Daytona at retail!

18 May 2021, 07:44 AM	#10
RadSS "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2021 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 51	Very curious to what you will get

18 May 2021, 07:52 AM	#12
ap1 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,417	What if it’s a tt out of the case.

18 May 2021, 07:55 AM	#15
brandrea 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 76,771	It’ll be interesting to see what you’re offered I hope your wife needs a DJ

18 May 2021, 08:02 AM	#19
joejet "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Far far away Posts: 311	If you magic up a Platinum Daytona please its my 50th next year and although my name is on a list still not happened. I am guessing a 36mm DateJust will be the best you will find.

18 May 2021, 08:02 AM	#20
Master_Grogu Banned Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Tokyo Posts: 969	Cellini monophase it is then!

18 May 2021, 08:02 AM	#21
-dustin 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Dustin Location: A, TX Posts: 1,656	oh this will be entertaining...

18 May 2021, 08:02 AM	#22
rmagoo57 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Ron Location: Detroitish Watch: GMT II/Sub/Exp II Posts: 2,491	Enjoying cocktail hour I see! Go for it and keep us posted!!

18 May 2021, 08:05 AM	#24
Seddyspaghetti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Uranus Watch: 116500LN Posts: 4,783	Not all heroes wear capes!

18 May 2021, 08:10 AM	#26
bmoc81293 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: KC Watch: 214270 Posts: 45	Put me down for a Submariner No Date 41! Great idea. We should all do this. Edit: specificity

18 May 2021, 08:13 AM	#30
amsterdamfats "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2021 Location: Montclair Watch: 116503 Posts: 46	On Saturday May 8th walked into an AD here in NJ for the first time. My car was out front, they saw my dog barking....told me to bring her in! Twenty minutes later I walked out with a 115603 Black dial . SA told me it was in the store since that morning....they decided to put it out. I knew if I didn't take it.....someone else would shortly after. Still searching for my 124060 but am totally PSYCHED about this watch!!

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