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Steve Scotto-Lavino · 23 June 2012, 02:59 AM

Should I buy a Rolex from sellers on forum or AD?

tkerrmd · 23 June 2012, 03:03 AM

I like the whole AD experience. But can't beat prices here

Tan · 23 June 2012, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

I like the whole AD experience. But can't beat prices here

Not necessarily. Some BNIB prices can definitely be competitive for international customers because of import taxes, etc. I got my DJII at practically the same price from an AD as a trusted seller was selling here if I factored in shipping/customs/forex.

AD is the way to go, imo, if it is your first purchase.

TimeToGo · 23 June 2012, 03:21 AM

Welcome to the Forum!

Decide the watch you like/want and compare. No cost on doing that!

warren G. · 23 June 2012, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve Scotto-Lavino

Should I buy a Rolex from sellers on forum or AD?

You can't go wrong with the trusted sellers. Good luck and keep us updated

azguy · 23 June 2012, 03:45 AM

If you have bought othere items on-line, or are use to cash deals for cars, boats and motorcycles, then you can educate yourself and use a trusted TRF seller.

If you are going to chew your nails down to the cuticle because you just wired a months pay off to Florida, or anywhere else for that matter, go the AD route.

I personally buy nothing new and hate sales taxes...

rolexfan168 · 23 June 2012, 03:47 AM

ad

Sam Philip · 23 June 2012, 06:25 AM

Ad

nathaniel · 23 June 2012, 06:29 AM

I'm buying my first Rolex here. The money I save will let me buy my next Rolex sooner.

jchthe3rd · 23 June 2012, 06:52 AM

I was going to thru an AD originally when buying my sub c but loved the idea of saving on the watch and not having to pay taxes. So after much research I bought from a trusted seller here on TRF and all went as smooth as you can imagine. Went so well I recently just bought a datejust for my wife on TRF again bc the savings are so great!!!

mws222 · 23 June 2012, 07:06 AM

Trusted seller all the way!

Lamone · 24 June 2012, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by mws222

Trusted seller all the way!

x2 Yep!

Actsulb · 23 June 2012, 07:11 AM

It depends on what you are looking for and if having your name on the warranty card is a must. Most of the items sold here from trusted sellers come with time still left on the warranty card on the newer style of Rolexes.

Look around on the for sale section and also check out your local AD, see which one you prefer.

Best wishes on your search.

Rock · 23 June 2012, 07:19 AM

A Rolex-loving associate says that everyone should enjoy the AD experience at least once in their lives. I live 600kms from the nearest AD so I rather enjoy trolling through the listings from reputable sellers on TRF. I am happy with a second-hand or near new Rolex for my money so will almost certainly buy my next one (theres always a 'next' one) from here.

floater156 · 23 June 2012, 07:21 AM

I bought mine from an AD and got a 20% discount, plus no sales tax. Therefore; I got mine from an AD at about the same price it's being sold for on TRF. The cheapest version of my watch that I've seen on ebay is listed for $300 more than I paid at an AD.

train-time · 23 June 2012, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by steve scotto-lavino

should i buy a rolex from sellers on forum or ad?

DavidSW all the way

jimisaint · 23 June 2012, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Edward Arthur

DavidSW all the way

x1

Stonedcl · 23 June 2012, 12:20 PM

I also got a SUB-C from a AD for about what they are going for here and he shipped it out of state to save taxes

Hairdude1 · 23 June 2012, 12:21 PM

Depends what you are looking for and do you want your name on the warranty card?

ersnyder · 23 June 2012, 12:42 PM

It's kind of nice to establish a relationship (make a purchase) from an AD but you can sure save some $'s with a trusted TRF reseller. Welcome to TRF Steve!

rodrob59 · 23 June 2012, 12:44 PM

Purchased my first new from an AD, but can't see myself doing that again. Too many other good choices.

kilyung · 23 June 2012, 12:51 PM

Can't go wrong with either.

VICI · 23 June 2012, 02:54 PM

it's like buying a new car from a dealership and then finding out that there are other options.

I will never lease a car for a dealership again.

I order from David SW - look forward to a positive experience.

If all goes as well for me as it has for others, David SW will have many more orders and I will refer others.

It's all about a network of trusted professionals.

Speed · 23 June 2012, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve Scotto-Lavino

Should I buy a Rolex from sellers on forum or AD?

So what do you think?

Steve Scotto-Lavino · 24 June 2012, 01:41 AM

Thank You for all your advice.

z32turbo · 24 June 2012, 03:40 AM

Totally personal preferce. Do you want the experience or the savings?

DCgator · 24 June 2012, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by z32turbo

Totally personal preferce. Do you want the experience or the savings?

Ditto.

xseal · 24 June 2012, 10:07 AM

I bought a gold Daytona and DSSD and saved 22% on line. I can do without the card.

jackwebb · 24 June 2012, 05:57 AM

Depends on the model and the difference in price. My next watch will be preowned, I just can’t see paying the 5k price difference for new.

Kbrantle · 24 June 2012, 06:14 AM

I bought my first in November at an AD. Been kicking myself ever since because of the extra money I spent and the lack of any real benefit from the AD experience. I bought this week from a Trusted Seller with no regrets and a great experience. Will never do it any other way again. Whether you want BNIB or preworn, I think a Trusted Seller is the best route. But, that's just my opinion after experiencing both in 7 months. Either way, you will love the watch, so enjoy the hunt

23 June 2012, 02:59 AM	#1
Steve Scotto-Lavino "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: long island Posts: 3	Buying a Rolex Should I buy a Rolex from sellers on forum or AD?

23 June 2012, 07:11 AM	#13
Actsulb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Ali Location: California Watch: GMT II (Coke) Posts: 1,747	It depends on what you are looking for and if having your name on the warranty card is a must. Most of the items sold here from trusted sellers come with time still left on the warranty card on the newer style of Rolexes. Look around on the for sale section and also check out your local AD, see which one you prefer. Best wishes on your search. __________________ A Crown for Every Achievement

23 June 2012, 07:19 AM	#14
Rock 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rocky Location: Australia Watch: Grail:Bluesy Posts: 17,845	A Rolex-loving associate says that everyone should enjoy the AD experience at least once in their lives. I live 600kms from the nearest AD so I rather enjoy trolling through the listings from reputable sellers on TRF. I am happy with a second-hand or near new Rolex for my money so will almost certainly buy my next one (theres always a 'next' one) from here. __________________ Cellini 4112. Sub 14060M. DJ 16233. Rotherhams 1847 Pocket-watch. Foundation Member of 'Horologists Anonymous' "Hi, I'm Rocky, and I'm a Horologist..."

23 June 2012, 07:21 AM	#15
floater156 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Chris Location: Wisconsin Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,984	I bought mine from an AD and got a 20% discount, plus no sales tax. Therefore; I got mine from an AD at about the same price it's being sold for on TRF. The cheapest version of my watch that I've seen on ebay is listed for $300 more than I paid at an AD. __________________ Lead by example through production.

23 June 2012, 12:44 PM	#21
rodrob59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Rod Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: YG DD 18238 Posts: 1,540	Purchased my first new from an AD, but can't see myself doing that again. Too many other good choices. __________________ I ask you to judge me by the enemies I have made. -Franklin D. Roosevelt

23 June 2012, 03:03 AM	#2
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	I like the whole AD experience. But can't beat prices here

23 June 2012, 03:21 AM	#4
TimeToGo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: North Florida Posts: 16,713	Welcome to the Forum! Decide the watch you like/want and compare. No cost on doing that!

23 June 2012, 03:45 AM	#6
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	If you have bought othere items on-line, or are use to cash deals for cars, boats and motorcycles, then you can educate yourself and use a trusted TRF seller. If you are going to chew your nails down to the cuticle because you just wired a months pay off to Florida, or anywhere else for that matter, go the AD route. I personally buy nothing new and hate sales taxes...

23 June 2012, 03:47 AM	#7
rolexfan168 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: California Posts: 37	ad

23 June 2012, 06:25 AM	#8
Sam Philip Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK Posts: 4,345	Ad

23 June 2012, 06:29 AM	#9
nathaniel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Can you guess? Location: Texas Watch: 116610LV Posts: 409	I'm buying my first Rolex here. The money I save will let me buy my next Rolex sooner.

23 June 2012, 06:52 AM	#10
jchthe3rd "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: - Location: US of A Watch: Sub, GMT, DD Posts: 84	I was going to thru an AD originally when buying my sub c but loved the idea of saving on the watch and not having to pay taxes. So after much research I bought from a trusted seller here on TRF and all went as smooth as you can imagine. Went so well I recently just bought a datejust for my wife on TRF again bc the savings are so great!!!

23 June 2012, 07:06 AM	#11
mws222 Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Nowhere Posts: 2,103	Trusted seller all the way!

23 June 2012, 12:20 PM	#18
Stonedcl "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Nj Watch: 116200, 116610 Posts: 1,191	I also got a SUB-C from a AD for about what they are going for here and he shipped it out of state to save taxes

23 June 2012, 12:21 PM	#19
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Depends what you are looking for and do you want your name on the warranty card?

23 June 2012, 12:42 PM	#20
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	It's kind of nice to establish a relationship (make a purchase) from an AD but you can sure save some $'s with a trusted TRF reseller. Welcome to TRF Steve!

23 June 2012, 12:51 PM	#22
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Can't go wrong with either.

23 June 2012, 02:54 PM	#23
VICI "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Gotham City Watch: IG: Mr_Right_NYC Posts: 5,672	it's like buying a new car from a dealership and then finding out that there are other options. I will never lease a car for a dealership again. I order from David SW - look forward to a positive experience. If all goes as well for me as it has for others, David SW will have many more orders and I will refer others. It's all about a network of trusted professionals.

24 June 2012, 01:41 AM	#25
Steve Scotto-Lavino "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: long island Posts: 3	Thank You for all your advice.

24 June 2012, 03:40 AM	#26
z32turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sea Level Watch: Varies Posts: 6,877	Totally personal preferce. Do you want the experience or the savings? __________________ Instagram @z32turbo

24 June 2012, 10:07 AM	#28
xseal "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: VA Posts: 59	I bought a gold Daytona and DSSD and saved 22% on line. I can do without the card.

24 June 2012, 05:57 AM	#29
jackwebb "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: Louisville KY Watch: crazy Posts: 634	Depends on the model and the difference in price. My next watch will be preowned, I just can’t see paying the 5k price difference for new. __________________ Instagram is jackw3bb https://www.instagram.com/jackw3bb/

24 June 2012, 06:14 AM	#30
Kbrantle "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: California Watch: Milgauss and SD Posts: 132	I bought my first in November at an AD. Been kicking myself ever since because of the extra money I spent and the lack of any real benefit from the AD experience. I bought this week from a Trusted Seller with no regrets and a great experience. Will never do it any other way again. Whether you want BNIB or preworn, I think a Trusted Seller is the best route. But, that's just my opinion after experiencing both in 7 months. Either way, you will love the watch, so enjoy the hunt

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