Finally pulled the trigger... 2 years later!

[scoot4nat]

Hi everyone,

It's been a couple of years since my last post. The picture below is of me trying on the BLNR and ultimately not buying it. Today I paid in full and now i await the phone call. I'm 6th on the list and the AD informed me that they had 3 last month so it could be as soon as February.

I've had on going concerns that 40mm would be too small for my 8 inch wrist however most members here have been supportive with the odd dissenting voice. I've put that out of my mind now and decided that there is no other watch that comes close to this (except maybe the BLRO but that's just not feasible).

I currently own a Tag Heuer Link Calibre S which is a watch I fell in love with long before I could afford it! I'm debating whether to keep it or not as it's unlikely to see much wrist time anymore.

As for the BLNR, my 2 year deliberation has cost me £600, but that's life I suppose.

As a first time Rolex owner, what can i expect when I collect the watch? I've been reading lots of posts about stickers, coffins, extra links, cloths even umbrellas! I'm keen to maximise the opportunity but less keen on embarrassing myself!



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[MaverickMP]

Great choice, congrats in advance!!!


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[The Libertine]

Better late than never, right?! Congratulations!!

[scoot4nat]

Should I expect to pay for the cost of an extra link or two? Given the cos t of the watch I was kinda hoping that they might be complimentary.

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[Steve36Efc]

Originally Posted by scoot4nat

Should I expect to pay for the cost of an extra link or two? Given the cos t of the watch I was kinda hoping that they might be complimentary.

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Massive congratulations you will not be disappointed, hopefully you won’t be waiting too long.
I’m not sure if you’ll have to stump up for a link or not it will depend on the AD.I picked up a Dblue earlier this year and AD sourced on FOC.

[Nikrnic]

I always thought that BLNR''s wore big, no worries.

[Canefan1]

Originally Posted by scoot4nat

Should I expect to pay for the cost of an extra link or two? Given the cos t of the watch I was kinda hoping that they might be complimentary.

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I have got 1 for free and also have had to buy one. Just depends on the AD/Seller.

[Busyboy]

" as a first time Rolex owner, what can i expect when I collect the watch?"


A price rise....
Not impossible, sorry to say

[ingoodtime]

I think youll be paying for the links. Just my 2 cents.

[kilyung]

Conhrats

[Grace]

Great looking watch and it will be worth the wait. I wouldn't regret not buying it earlier, because it is better to be sure before you commit.

[chrito]

Originally Posted by scoot4nat

Hi everyone,

It's been a couple of years since my last post. The picture below is of me trying on the BLNR and ultimately not buying it. Today I paid in full and now i await the phone call. I'm 6th on the list and the AD informed me that they had 3 last month so it could be as soon as February.

I've had on going concerns that 40mm would be too small for my 8 inch wrist however most members here have been supportive with the odd dissenting voice. I've put that out of my mind now and decided that there is no other watch that comes close to this (except maybe the BLRO but that's just not feasible).

I currently own a Tag Heuer Link Calibre S which is a watch I fell in love with long before I could afford it! I'm debating whether to keep it or not as it's unlikely to see much wrist time anymore.

As for the BLNR, my 2 year deliberation has cost me £600, but that's life I suppose.

As a first time Rolex owner, what can i expect when I collect the watch? I've been reading lots of posts about stickers, coffins, extra links, cloths even umbrellas! I'm keen to maximise the opportunity but less keen on embarrassing myself!



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conrats

[RW16610]

Congrats! Enjoy in good health

[ferrissteve11]

Nicely done & congrats !!

[jdojoby]

Red ceramic next year GMT

[sensui]

Congrats on a great watch. Better late than never?

[Nairn1980]

Bet you wish you’d been all over it 2 years ago. I got mine pre price increase and it’s a sensational Watch.

I notice you’re in Glasgow, what AD are you using?

[scoot4nat]

Originally Posted by Nairn1980

Bet you wish you’d been all over it 2 years ago. I got mine pre price increase and it’s a sensational Watch.

I notice you’re in Glasgow, what AD are you using?

Laings in the Arcade. That's where I tried it on for the first time and there been excellent. Watches of Switzerland weren't very enthusiastic when I called them and the place in Newton Mearns had closed their waiting list.

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[Nairn1980]

Originally Posted by scoot4nat

Laings in the Arcade. That's where I tried it on for the first time and there been excellent. Watches of Switzerland weren't very enthusiastic when I called them and the place in Newton Mearns had closed their waiting list.

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I’ve bought from Laings in the past and they’re very nice to deal with. I think ADs are fed up with the SS Sports situation too if I’m honest.

I hear they’re getting dozens (no exaggeration) of calls on Daytona and the Top steel models etc every single day.

[scoot4nat]

Originally Posted by Nairn1980

I’ve bought from Laings in the past and they’re very nice to deal with. I think ADs are fed up with the SS Sports situation too if I’m honest.

I hear they’re getting dozens (no exaggeration) of calls on Daytona and the Top steel models etc every single day.

The only sports they have is a Pepsi, which has been there for years, and a two tone GMT.

The other impact of the lack of sports models is that nothing really stands out in their displays because at a glance it's very hard to tell the difference between the many many DJ, OP and DDs.

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[yannis]

Congrats! Great watch!!

[Firex]

Congrats! Awesome watch!

[Rolex_Ry]

love this watch! Hope the watch comes sooner than expected.

[travisb]

You'll love it. Enjoy the incoming!

[WatchinMD]

Great watch! Congrats

[Mick8moses]

Congrats one of my favorites.

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[Swiss Mad!]

Congratulations - the wait will have been worth it.

Its reassuring to get the forum's positive opinions on any subject, but remember, that's all they are, opinions.

Regardless of what others may say, ultimately YOU have to do what's best for YOU.

The GMT looks fine on your wrist to me, but that's just my opinion! ... lol.

If I listened regarding watch sizes I would probably never have bought a 47mm Panerai - even I think its a little on the large side sometimes especially when compared to my 40mm Sub, but hey, so what, I like it that's all that really matters!

btw, the £600 extra it cost you while making up your mind will soon be forgotten. You will enjoy the GMT for far longer than you will remember the purchase price.

Regards

[brandrea]

Congratulations enjoy!!

[Roy Rolls]

Congrats in advance !

[Art 1]

Early congrats.