Finally Got the One That Eluded Me – Meteorite Pepsi!

[NAUI1982]

After years of waiting, I finally pulled the trigger on a Rolex GMT-Master II 126719BLRO-0002 Meteorite Pepsi—but not from an AD.



This reference has been on my list at three ADs in Los Angeles for years. Despite a strong relationship [“spend history,”] I never got the call. Then I moved to a different state and started working with a new AD. My SA at this new dealer told me they had been there for nearly two years and had never seen a Meteorite Pepsi come through their store. This isn’t a small AD either. That sealed it for me—this watch isn’t just hard to get, it’s practically mythical.

For years, we’ve all debated “playing the AD game” vs. going grey. I genuinely wanted to buy from an AD—I’ve done it before, and I enjoy the experience when it works. I have also authored posts about how downright awful it can be too! But after years of loyalty, purchases, and waiting lists that go nowhere, I had to face reality: some Rolex models are nearly impossible to get at retail, no matter what you do.

I found my watch through Chandra at Desirolex (I’ll posted a review on the Who’s Who in the Classifieds), and the process was smooth and straightforward. The piece was a mid-2022 model, and Chandra provided detailed photos, a video, and excellent communication throughout. No waiting lists, no guessing games—just the watch I wanted, in my hands in the next day.

…At the end of the day, I buy watches to wear, not to wait. Would I have preferred to get this from an AD? Of course. But when even the best relationships and extensive purchase history don’t get you what you want, the grey market is a necessary and viable option.

Would love to hear your thoughts or stories—how long have you been waiting for your “grail,” and at what point would you go grey?

[Achtung6]

Congrats on getting the watch you wanted! Life is short. Enjoy in good health!

[BNA/LION]

Congratulations! Beautiful watch, enjoy!

[fskywalker]

Congrats


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[Aman08]

Congrats!

[KatGirl]

Congrats! Wear it in good health.

Kat


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[lord91]

Congrats, gorgeous watch!

[joli160]

Huge congrats, enjoy it.

Beautiful piece, never mind where you bought it

[Cru Jones]

You happy, I happy. Many congrats!

[Guppydriver]

Honestly my favorite reference in the entire catalog. You played it as you should, tried your best from an AD, then found someone able to make it happen. ‘

Congrats and wear it often!

[adb186442]

Congratulations and definitely the right move. Enjoy.

[Bazil]

A beauty well done, enjoy what is a stunning watch …

[Rolexnabzy]

Have been lucky to try this on, absolutely stunning, Congrats!

[Rolex1982]

Congrats on the best Rolex there is :) Enjoy and wear it in good health!

[nnicot]

You can't convince me that there is a prettier modern rolex. Congrats and wear in good health!

[mario1971]

Congrats!

[Colorado_kid]

Amazing, congratulations!


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[1st amg]

Excellent move Doug! Why wait, the time is right for grey as well. Congrats.

[leo1998]

What a knockout piece. Congratulations! Do you have any photos of it on the wrist?

[NAUI1982]

Originally Posted by leo1998

What a knockout piece. Congratulations! Do you have any photos of it on the wrist?

Wrist shot!




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[Number3]

Originally Posted by NAUI1982

Wrist shot!




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That looks insanely cool! Huge congrats.

[metallic]

Congrats on an incredible piece!

[rmlovett1]

I don’t play with the AD’s, I just budget in the marketplace prices when looking for a new piece.
Well done and congrats! Beauty!

[Yadi_Collector]

Super, man! Enjoy it.

[TruthBalance]

Well done, congrats!

[Harry-57]

That's superb. Congratulations.

[Chiboy]

IMO, that's the best looking meteorite Rolex. It's too busy on a Daytona for me, and just looks better on the GMT than a Day-Date. I don't really follow gray prices actively but it seems like the premium for this one has really declined to palatable levels. Congrats on a beautiful watch and good timing.

[NAUI1982]

Originally Posted by Chiboy

IMO, that's the best looking meteorite Rolex. It's too busy on a Daytona for me, and just looks better on the GMT than a Day-Date. I don't really follow gray prices actively but it seems like the premium for this one has really declined to palatable levels. Congrats on a beautiful watch and good timing.

The watch was a complete set, including the original price sticker and the white hang tag. Back in August 2022, the retail price was $41,600, and today it's $47,500—a 14% increase in just 16 months.

The real cost of waiting isn’t just time—it’s the price hikes Rolex keeps rolling out! Looking back, I should have pulled the trigger in 2021 when I first decided this was my grail watch. The premium back then would have been a bargain compared to today.

I love my ADs and have great relationships with the ones who treat me well. At the same time, I’ve dropped ADs that weren’t worth the hassle. There’s absolutely a time and place for the grey market and trusted resellers, and in the end, everyone wins!

[Joearch]

Incredible piece, congratulations and enjoy. Meteorite dials are so special!

[Jets_fan44]

Bravo