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kelv_w · 19 May 2018, 08:20 PM

Was invited to the Baselworld preview evening organised by our local ADs. The venue was at the Botanical Gardens this year although I did much prefer last years as it was more intimate.
There were free flow of canapes and champagnes whilst trying on the new watches. I was really looking forward to the GMT Jubilee, despite seeing and trying on the older WG model a couple times previously.

It was an interesting evening to see what others are wearing on the night. I saw plenty of AP, Patek, Gold Datejusts, Yatchmasters, Daytonas, Greensubs.

A nice refreshing change no pun, surrounded by exotic plants.

Venue was held in a large-ish hall.

We were given wristband as we enter, I guess everyone could try an Augmented Reality watch of your choice instead. TBH it was a bit fiddly and I rather check out the real thing instead.

Cabinets of watches on sale on the night, sadly non of the popular models are available.

Although the New Rosegold GMT is available for purchase on the spot. I'm surprised it wasn't snapped up.

More for sale

Anyway I finally got to try on the pepsi and I really like it. My AD already knows I wanted it since day 1, hopefully the wait isn't too long.

I tried to capture the bracelet from a couple of angles

I’ve even tried to compare it to a BLNR, I can’t tell the lug difference or if the lug holes were moved. It could be a very small change to prevent bracelet swap?

Yes or no? I quite like it

The new Yatchmaster. A bit too much bling for me lol. Was told there's about 400+ diamonds on the 40mm dial.

No giveaways this year unlike last year with a box of Rolex chocolates. But the catalogues and wristband would do haha

tyler1980 · 19 May 2018, 08:21 PM

nice... a little over 3 weeks to go until i get to see them

Timrolexnl · 19 May 2018, 08:30 PM

Thanks for sharing. can't wait for my Pepsi

037 · 19 May 2018, 08:42 PM

Everything looks great! Can't wait to finally see them in person.

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Originally Posted by tyler1980

nice... a little over 3 weeks to go until i get to see them

Be thankful your AD is having an event. Mine is too small.

tyler1980 · 19 May 2018, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 037

Be thankful your AD is having an event. Mine is too small.

mine isn't AFAIK... they are sending me to Rolex St. James Square in London instead.

MP5 · 19 May 2018, 08:48 PM

Those links overhanging the lugs is really the epitome of bad design. All Rolex know how and they cant find a solution to the lug and ill fitting links? Heck the aftermarket Seiko Jubilee guys are able to do it. Looks like a beautiful watch with a bracelet from another watch slapped on. I could not handle it.

PS. I question my sanity, that YM is the only diamond dial I have loved, much less instantly loved.

037 · 19 May 2018, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by tyler1980

mine isn't AFAIK... they are sending me to Rolex St. James Square in London instead.

Ahh, that makes sense. We don't have a similar venue here in the US. Only boutique and large ADs are getting watches on tour.

I suppose I could crash someone's party but I'll err on the side of patience. Supposedly it pays off.

tyler1980 · 19 May 2018, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by 037

Ahh, that makes sense. We don't have a similar venue here in the US. Only boutique and large ADs are getting watches on tour.

I suppose I could crash someone's party but I'll err on the side of patience. Supposedly it pays off.

its different this year as far as i can tell. No random AD's even sent me a notification of the public viewings. They always do that.

The private dinners/drink receptions are one thing but the general viewings are usually pretty sandard at big AD's. They dont like me anymore i guess

1William · 19 May 2018, 09:17 PM

Very nice review and pictures. Thank you for sharing.

Yeldraw · 19 May 2018, 11:14 PM

I was there too.

Took this little beauty home with me on the night.

The first one that my local AD had received.

Cru Jones · 19 May 2018, 11:21 PM

Great pics, thanks! Looks like a nice event.

MP5 · 20 May 2018, 05:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Yeldraw

I was there too.

Took this little beauty home with me on the night.

The first one that my local AD had received.

Amazing, congrats

watchmework · 20 May 2018, 06:01 AM

Cool photos, thanks for sharing...looks like it was a fun event.

At first I was like ah man they only got to try the watches "virtually" on...but then I scrolled down to where the wrist shots were!

19 May 2018, 08:20 PM	#1
kelv_w "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: UK Posts: 307	Midlands Baselworld Preview (Botanical Gardens) Was invited to the Baselworld preview evening organised by our local ADs. The venue was at the Botanical Gardens this year although I did much prefer last years as it was more intimate. There were free flow of canapes and champagnes whilst trying on the new watches. I was really looking forward to the GMT Jubilee, despite seeing and trying on the older WG model a couple times previously. It was an interesting evening to see what others are wearing on the night. I saw plenty of AP, Patek, Gold Datejusts, Yatchmasters, Daytonas, Greensubs. A nice refreshing change no pun, surrounded by exotic plants. Venue was held in a large-ish hall. We were given wristband as we enter, I guess everyone could try an Augmented Reality watch of your choice instead. TBH it was a bit fiddly and I rather check out the real thing instead. Cabinets of watches on sale on the night, sadly non of the popular models are available. Although the New Rosegold GMT is available for purchase on the spot. I'm surprised it wasn't snapped up. More for sale Anyway I finally got to try on the pepsi and I really like it. My AD already knows I wanted it since day 1, hopefully the wait isn't too long. I tried to capture the bracelet from a couple of angles I’ve even tried to compare it to a BLNR, I can’t tell the lug difference or if the lug holes were moved. It could be a very small change to prevent bracelet swap? Yes or no? I quite like it The new Yatchmaster. A bit too much bling for me lol. Was told there's about 400+ diamonds on the 40mm dial. No giveaways this year unlike last year with a box of Rolex chocolates. But the catalogues and wristband would do haha

19 May 2018, 08:21 PM	#2
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	nice... a little over 3 weeks to go until i get to see them __________________ Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition)

19 May 2018, 08:30 PM	#3
Timrolexnl "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Tim Location: Holland Watch: Patek Posts: 177	Thanks for sharing. can't wait for my Pepsi

19 May 2018, 08:48 PM	#6
MP5 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: ATX Posts: 2,886	Those links overhanging the lugs is really the epitome of bad design. All Rolex know how and they cant find a solution to the lug and ill fitting links? Heck the aftermarket Seiko Jubilee guys are able to do it. Looks like a beautiful watch with a bracelet from another watch slapped on. I could not handle it. PS. I question my sanity, that YM is the only diamond dial I have loved, much less instantly loved.

19 May 2018, 09:17 PM	#9
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,595	Very nice review and pictures. Thank you for sharing.

19 May 2018, 11:21 PM	#11
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,254	Great pics, thanks! Looks like a nice event.

20 May 2018, 06:01 AM	#13
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	Cool photos, thanks for sharing...looks like it was a fun event. At first I was like ah man they only got to try the watches "virtually" on...but then I scrolled down to where the wrist shots were!

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