Scored a new GMT

[bfoxg8r]

Good day everyone

I do a lot more reading on this forum than posting, but I thought I would detail my recent AD experience.

I’ve wanted a BLRO since they were released, but haven’t been keen on paying grey prices. I had a small spending history with my AD, but they mentioned I would need 100k purchase history to get on the list.

Work has taken us to a new venue, and in December I popped into the local AD. They had no Rolex models on display, but were very nice, and genuinely enjoyed speaking about watches.

I told them of my interest, they mentioned it was a very tough piece to get, and I left them my contact information. I would stop in every month or so, just to say hello. They were always very nice.

The sales associate mentioned that Rolex has put pressure on them to not sell to flippers, and they might keep the warranty card if they were to get me one. I jokingly told them no worries. The could scratch my name on the back of the watch with a rusty nail. If I get one, I’m wearing it. They laughed at that.

I had no real expectations as a new customer. But yesterday they called me and told me to stop by, they had something to show me. I still didn’t have my hopes up, but they indeed delivered a BLRO to me. I was thrilled.

A couple of random thoughts from the experience.

They said they do a social media search to try and weed out flippers.

They gave me the warranty card.

They said the majority of their phone calls are inquiries about their Rolex stock.

I’m thrilled.

Thanks to all the great posts here.

[JSolution]

Congratulations:)

[TimepieceRPP]

Congrats

[skipstar]

Congratulations and cool story.
Did you get the Jubilee or Oyster?

[bfoxg8r]

Originally Posted by skipstar

Congratulations and cool story.
Did you get the Jubilee or Oyster?

I got the oyster bracelet.

[rmwill]

Great story.

[kieselguhr]

Congratulations

[EEpro]

That's how it's done! Enjoy that Pepsi. It's a forever watch.

[jcatral14]

Congratulations!!!

[samson66]

Wow, that's great to hear. Congratulations!

[digitalR]

awesome story - congratulations! 100k purchase history is a wild requirement to get on the list. glad you found someone better!

[BDII]

Bingo. This is the way.

[norcalctr]

Congrats! Persistence is the key!

[vh2k]

Congratulations. A lot of this talk of purchase "requirements," ADs don't get watches, you have to buy stuff you don't want, etc. is mostly fiction for consumption on FB and forums.

[4 Aussies]

Congrats!!! Good things happen at AD's!!

[1William]

Congratulations.

[BumbleB]

Awesome, congrats


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[brucethemanlee]

nice

[ag986]

That's a nice story, congratulations on your new watch.

[travisb]

Excellent!! Share some pics when you get a chance.

[Westmeres]

Congrats!

[Schmed]

Pics of your new watch aren't loading....

[bmrk]

Excellent choice

[msu_1972]

Congratulation on getting the BLRO....

Getting to know your AD and taking the time to stop in once a month pays off. That's why I did to get my BLNR since I had very little spend history.

[alllexandru]

Great story!
this is how it should be, glad that the outcome was in your favor!!
Congratulations!

Now, can we see some photos? :)

[karleone]

Congratulations! Great story!! Show us some pictures!!

[brandrea]

Congratulations, it’s a great reference

Please post up some wrist shots when you get a chance

[Seddyspaghetti]

Congrats

[ThePalletFork]

Love it! Love the BLRO!

[Beto737]

Very nice, congratulations..