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thewatchguy93 · 27 April 2011, 11:41 PM

I have spoken to an AD in Manchester (UK) today and the lady at the other end of the phone told me the waiting list for the SS Daytona's is......

Wait for it......

10 YEARS!!!!!!!

Seriously! You just CAN'T buy them here, the lady said they have even stopped taking names for them, there is about 40/50 people on there waiting list

I guess I'm gonna have to speak to DavidSW sometime soon

Dino

The GMT Master · 27 April 2011, 11:42 PM

Doesn't surprise me - there are about 40 names on our list at work, which works out at about 5-8 years. Realistically, though, quite a lot of people just aren't interested in buying right now, especially black dials. Might want to take a look at Blowers, they've got loads of Daytonas in stock right now

Paulie 50 · 27 April 2011, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Doesn't surprise me - there are about 40 names on our list at work, which works out at about 5-8 years. Realistically, though, quite a lot of people just aren't interested in buying right now, especially black dials. Might want to take a look at Blowers, they've got loads of Daytonas in stock right now

And none for anywhere near £6170 Chris.

MortgageGuy · 27 April 2011, 11:53 PM

Thats CRAZY

Out of the 3 Ad's I visit they have ALL had Daytona's in stock this year and for sale to anyone that will pay full MSRP for them

Danand · 27 April 2011, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by MortgageGuy

Thats CRAZY

Out of the 3 Ad's I visit they have ALL had Daytona's in stock this year and for sale to anyone that will pay full MSRP for them

Same here. They just often aren't In The case but if you ask they have them. Full msrp also.

roleyrolz · 27 April 2011, 11:57 PM

10 years i think she has to be lieing to u it thats longer then the waiting list for a ferrari or Bugatti or even to get a phd from the time you finish High School. I think She is just trying to jack the price up beyond msrp.10 years wow i hope u laughed in her face.

The GMT Master · 28 April 2011, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by roleyrolz

10 years i think she has to be lieing to u it thats longer then the waiting list for a ferrari or Bugatti or even to get a phd from the time you finish High School. I think She is just trying to jack the price up beyond msrp.10 years wow i hope u laughed in her face.

The thing is, they're really not. I work for an AD, it's embarrassing having to quote that length of time. But that's the way it is here in the UK, demand far outstrips supply, although that does appear to be changing now

thewatchguy93 · 28 April 2011, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Doesn't surprise me - there are about 40 names on our list at work, which works out at about 5-8 years. Realistically, though, quite a lot of people just aren't interested in buying right now, especially black dials. Might want to take a look at Blowers, they've got loads of Daytonas in stock right now

It seems that way everywhere I try!

Thank you for the info mate, I will give Ian Blowers a call

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Originally Posted by MortgageGuy

Thats CRAZY

Out of the 3 Ad's I visit they have ALL had Daytona's in stock this year and for sale to anyone that will pay full MSRP for them

I knowww

Its totally gone crazy

10 years for a watch, I still can't get over it!

Dino

The GMT Master · 28 April 2011, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Paulie 50

And none for anywhere near £6170 Chris.

Not wrong there, Paulie!

GolfPunk · 28 April 2011, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Paulie 50

And none for anywhere near £6170 Chris.

That's fair enough though as mrsp is now £7000

Paulie 50 · 28 April 2011, 12:01 AM

Wait for it......

10 YEARS!!!!!!!

Seriously! You just CAN'T buy them here, the lady said they have even stopped taking names for them, there is about 40/50 people on there waiting list

I guess I'm gonna have to speak to DavidSW sometime soon

Dino[/QUOTE]

I also live in the North West and i can tell you its absolutely true.

mfer · 28 April 2011, 12:02 AM

Wow, I don't get it. I could get one of each today if I wanted.

Tunacan26 · 28 April 2011, 12:27 AM

I must be missing something. All this talk of waiting lists and whatnot, yet a number of trusted TRF sellers can get most anything within days. What's the deal???

Danand · 28 April 2011, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Tunacan26

I must be missing something. All this talk of waiting lists and whatnot, yet a number of trusted TRF sellers can get most anything within days. What's the deal???

Regional variation is the only logical explanation.

tattooedfagin · 28 April 2011, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Tunacan26

I must be missing something. All this talk of waiting lists and whatnot, yet a number of trusted TRF sellers can get most anything within days. What's the deal???

just one of many things we get shafted on in the UK, although i'm still pretty sure if you went round a few AD's with cash in pocket the safe door may well open swiftly....and i'd happily take a Black dial

ratty · 1 May 2011, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Tunacan26

I must be missing something. All this talk of waiting lists and whatnot, yet a number of trusted TRF sellers can get most anything within days. What's the deal???

Some people still prefer to buy for ADs even if they have to wait longer and spend more!

moviefreak · 28 April 2011, 01:03 AM

You have to know the VP of Sales to get one..fairly easy...

thewatchguy93 · 28 April 2011, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by moviefreak

You have to know the VP of Sales to get one..fairly easy...

Forgive me, whats the VP?

Dino

moviefreak · 28 April 2011, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Dingoo93

Forgive me, whats the VP?

Dino

Vice President of Sales...

GOLFDAYTONA · 28 April 2011, 05:29 AM

A certain AD with an outlet in Lancaster will be able to quote you a lot less than 10 years

TopNotchChach · 28 April 2011, 03:13 AM

someone please post a pic of said watch.

thanks. might as well put someone money in the bank and let the interest pile up ahhaha

RJC · 28 April 2011, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by TopNotchChach

someone please post a pic of said watch.

thanks. might as well put someone money in the bank and let the interest pile up ahhaha

One or two shots of mine.....

moviefreak · 28 April 2011, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by RJC

One or two shots of mine.....

is that a Random serial number?

RJC · 28 April 2011, 05:26 AM

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Originally Posted by moviefreak

is that a Random serial number one?

It's a 'V' Eduardo!

moviefreak · 28 April 2011, 05:52 AM

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Originally Posted by RJC

It's a 'V' Eduardo!

Interesting...

esm · 28 April 2011, 05:29 AM

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Originally Posted by RJC

One or two shots of mine.....

nice one. the black dial is starting to grow on me

srgriff · 29 April 2011, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by RJC

One or two shots of mine.....

What camera and lens did you use?

RJC · 30 April 2011, 03:08 AM

Nikon D700 with 105mm MACRO

mjm800 · 28 April 2011, 03:37 AM

Sure they will say 5, 10, 15, 20 years if you call and they do not know you.

Do you have a relationship with the AD? Have you bought from them before?

My AD has called me three times asking if I wanted an SS Daytona and I am not even on a list nor have I ever asked to be on one.

Buy a watch, get to know the people in the store and you will be surprised at how short the list really is.

barters · 28 April 2011, 03:42 AM

I turned down a stainless white dial in Geneva last summer. With the exchange rate at the time it would have worked out at £5900. Still kicking myself over that one!

27 April 2011, 11:41 PM	#1
thewatchguy93 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: thewatchguy Location: UK Watch: me buy gold.. Posts: 7,441	I spoke to the AD, SS Daytona waiting list.... I have spoken to an AD in Manchester (UK) today and the lady at the other end of the phone told me the waiting list for the SS Daytona's is...... Wait for it...... 10 YEARS!!!!!!! Seriously! You just CAN'T buy them here, the lady said they have even stopped taking names for them, there is about 40/50 people on there waiting list I guess I'm gonna have to speak to DavidSW sometime soon Dino __________________ Instagram.. @thewatchguy www.thewatchguyofficial.co.uk Got a GREEN Submariner 116610LV.. Visit the official thread here! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=179580 Don't forget to visit the Rolex & Attire thread too! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=215077

27 April 2011, 11:53 PM	#4
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	Thats CRAZY Out of the 3 Ad's I visit they have ALL had Daytona's in stock this year and for sale to anyone that will pay full MSRP for them __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

28 April 2011, 12:02 AM	#12
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Wow, I don't get it. I could get one of each today if I wanted. __________________ member#3242

28 April 2011, 01:03 AM	#17
moviefreak "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: in my house... Posts: 5,524	You have to know the VP of Sales to get one..fairly easy... __________________ Cheers, Eduardo Be a WIS not a WUSS... and remove all the stickers..

30 April 2011, 03:08 AM	#28
RJC "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Cheshire, UK Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 1,125	Nikon D700 with 105mm MACRO __________________ Current - DSJC 136660 - Sea-Dweller 126600

27 April 2011, 11:42 PM	#2
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	Doesn't surprise me - there are about 40 names on our list at work, which works out at about 5-8 years. Realistically, though, quite a lot of people just aren't interested in buying right now, especially black dials. Might want to take a look at Blowers, they've got loads of Daytonas in stock right now

27 April 2011, 11:57 PM	#6
roleyrolz Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: us Posts: 144	10 years i think she has to be lieing to u it thats longer then the waiting list for a ferrari or Bugatti or even to get a phd from the time you finish High School. I think She is just trying to jack the price up beyond msrp.10 years wow i hope u laughed in her face.

28 April 2011, 12:01 AM	#11
Paulie 50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Lancs. England Posts: 999	Wait for it...... 10 YEARS!!!!!!! Seriously! You just CAN'T buy them here, the lady said they have even stopped taking names for them, there is about 40/50 people on there waiting list I guess I'm gonna have to speak to DavidSW sometime soon Dino[/QUOTE] I also live in the North West and i can tell you its absolutely true.

28 April 2011, 12:27 AM	#13
Tunacan26 Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Chuck Location: Florida Watch: Hulk, DJ, Bluesy Posts: 1,890	I must be missing something. All this talk of waiting lists and whatnot, yet a number of trusted TRF sellers can get most anything within days. What's the deal???

28 April 2011, 05:29 AM	#20
GOLFDAYTONA "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: UK Posts: 7	A certain AD with an outlet in Lancaster will be able to quote you a lot less than 10 years

28 April 2011, 03:13 AM	#21
TopNotchChach "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Near the Ocean! Watch: 116610 Posts: 1,299	someone please post a pic of said watch. thanks. might as well put someone money in the bank and let the interest pile up ahhaha

28 April 2011, 03:37 AM	#29
mjm800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Posts: 1,950	Sure they will say 5, 10, 15, 20 years if you call and they do not know you. Do you have a relationship with the AD? Have you bought from them before? My AD has called me three times asking if I wanted an SS Daytona and I am not even on a list nor have I ever asked to be on one. Buy a watch, get to know the people in the store and you will be surprised at how short the list really is. __________________

28 April 2011, 03:42 AM	#30
barters "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Pete Location: Geneva,CH Posts: 296	I turned down a stainless white dial in Geneva last summer. With the exchange rate at the time it would have worked out at £5900. Still kicking myself over that one!

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