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Rainking · 27 April 2008, 09:00 PM

Hello everyone,

I am now in the market for my next Rolex. I think I've decided on the DateJust Turn-o-Graph pictured. Now I just need to decide where to buy ... I bought my first Rolex back in 1996 in Singapore, duty-free, at the Rolex Centre on Orchard Road.

I am currently living in London, but travel frequently. I am in Germany every week these days, will be in Italy next month, Mexico too, then USA in July.

My preference is for new, but I'd consider pre-owned also.

Any suggestions on where to get the best price are greatly appreciated.

Many thanks,

RK

Rockrolex · 28 April 2008, 02:06 AM

Sorry, Rainking, your post got hung up for a while. Hopefully, someone will be along to answer your question.

Jedi · 28 April 2008, 02:13 AM

Hiya Rainking and welcome to TRF!!

if you're in Germany and Italy, why not pop over to Geneva?? It's only a 3 hour train ride from Paris, or a few hours more from Milan, and from Germany, especially Bavaria, not far at all.

You'll get to see loads of watches without fluffling around plus there's the VAT refund at the airport when you get out of Switzerland... yes, train in, fly out...

SPACE-DWELLER · 28 April 2008, 02:26 AM

Welcome to TRF!

Nice choice! Luckily, TT watches are generally to be had with a nice discount (15 %+), too, so use your negotiation skills. If you also buy it in the States, you can get the ToG at an attractive price since firstly MSRP's are still lower than in Europa and secondly the Dollar is weak for the time being. Just be sure to wear the watch on your wrist through customs and have the box in your (large) luggage.

Rainking · 28 April 2008, 02:45 AM

Hmmm ... never thought of Geneva. I've been there once ... long time ago. I remember thinking it was such a boring town, that I'd never have a reason to go back!

I am working in Koln every week (commuting from London) so Geneva is a bit far away. But May 1 is a holiday in Germany, and I've really got nothing to do - I'll have to check that it's not also a holiday in Switzerland.

Chris B · 28 April 2008, 02:54 AM

Welcome to TRF Rainking, best of luck & let us know how it goes

SPACE-DWELLER · 28 April 2008, 03:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Rainking

(...)I am working in Koln every week (commuting from London)(...)

In that case, I suggest you buy the Rolex from an AD in Köln (Cologne). The RSC Cologne is renowned for the work and would be handy to have nearby now you're in Cologne so often.

Rainking · 28 April 2008, 04:31 AM

Thanks, Space-Dweller.

I'll check it out when I go this week.

Given that prices are much better in the US, though ... but maybe selection not as good? I'll be in Las Vegas in July - should I wait until then??

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Jedi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Lee Location: Malaysia Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,534	Hiya Rainking and welcome to TRF!! if you're in Germany and Italy, why not pop over to Geneva?? It's only a 3 hour train ride from Paris, or a few hours more from Milan, and from Germany, especially Bavaria, not far at all. You'll get to see loads of watches without fluffling around plus there's the VAT refund at the airport when you get out of Switzerland... yes, train in, fly out... __________________ Lee This is my watch. There are many like it but this one is mine... Flickr Blog

28 April 2008, 02:26 AM	#4
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Welcome to TRF! Nice choice! Luckily, TT watches are generally to be had with a nice discount (15 %+), too, so use your negotiation skills. If you also buy it in the States, you can get the ToG at an attractive price since firstly MSRP's are still lower than in Europa and secondly the Dollar is weak for the time being. Just be sure to wear the watch on your wrist through customs and have the box in your (large) luggage. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

28 April 2008, 02:45 AM	#5
Rainking "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: London Posts: 5	Hmmm ... never thought of Geneva. I've been there once ... long time ago. I remember thinking it was such a boring town, that I'd never have a reason to go back! I am working in Koln every week (commuting from London) so Geneva is a bit far away. But May 1 is a holiday in Germany, and I've really got nothing to do - I'll have to check that it's not also a holiday in Switzerland.

28 April 2008, 02:54 AM	#6
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Welcome to TRF Rainking, best of luck & let us know how it goes

28 April 2008, 04:31 AM	#8
Rainking "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: London Posts: 5	Thanks, Space-Dweller. I'll check it out when I go this week. Given that prices are much better in the US, though ... but maybe selection not as good? I'll be in Las Vegas in July - should I wait until then??

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