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HDHNTER · 10 February 2007, 04:25 AM

Just bought my first while down in Aruba last week. Picked it up from Gandelman's for $6691 out the door. How did I do? Looking forward to picking up the TT Daytona on next years trip (that was 11,600 or so)

GerardoG · 10 February 2007, 04:28 AM

Welcome to the club! I believe you did pretty good.

Rockrolex · 10 February 2007, 04:30 AM

Welcome to TRF, Allen. And welcome to the world of Rolex. Enjoy both and stick around and have fun here.

P.S. JJ's going to drool all over that pic when he logs on.

GerardoG · 10 February 2007, 04:33 AM

Yup, he will. And this post will start the 'blue vs black dial 2T sub' war again.....

padi56 · 10 February 2007, 04:40 AM

Welcome to TRF Allen great picture

Ragu · 10 February 2007, 04:45 AM

Welcome Allen,
your first is a "beauty"

as others have said JJ will spit all over his keyboard after seeing your watch

HDHNTER · 10 February 2007, 04:51 AM

Thanks guys, price wise did I get a deal or is that about the norm for this model. Here at home this watch is $8100 before tax and very difficult to get. Is this the case across the board CONUS or just in my area? It's a beautiful watch, unfortunately I just bought a Movado Fiero (Tungsten) no more then 2 months ago and I highly doubt it will ever leave my safe after buying the Rolex. The TT Daytona was very impressive as well but I liked this sub better, I like the price of the sub better as well, lol. Definitely getting the Daytona next year though if it's still available when I'm back in Aruba.

JJ Irani · 10 February 2007, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by HDHNTER

Thanks guys, price wise did I get a deal or is that about the norm for this model. Here at home this watch is $8100 before tax and very difficult to get. Is this the case across the board CONUS or just in my area? It's a beautiful watch, unfortunately I just bought a Movado Fiero (Tungsten) no more then 2 months ago and I highly doubt it will ever leave my safe after buying the Rolex. The TT Daytona was very impressive as well but I liked this sub better, I like the price of the sub better as well, lol. Definitely getting the Daytona next year though if it's still available when I'm back in Aruba.

Hi Allen, welcome to TRF!!

Great choice the TT Blue Sub and that's a nice picture too. The actual list price of that watch is $7825. I guess you can say you did get a fair discount on the list price although much better prices are available in places like Hong Kong and Auckland where I live.

The important thing is you are as happy with yours as I am with mine!!

Here's mine!!

Cheers - JJ

HDHNTER · 10 February 2007, 05:05 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Hi Allen, welcome to TRF!!

Great choice the TT Blue Sub and that's a nice picture too. The actual list price of that watch is $7825. I guess you can say you did get a fair discount on the list price although much better prices are available in places like Hong Kong and Auckland where I live.

The important thing is you are as happy with yours as I am with mine!!

Here's mine!!

Cheers - JJ

Is it possible to order from dealers in foreign countries and have a watch shipped to me to take advantage of stronger discounts?

Thanks in advance!

JJ Irani · 10 February 2007, 05:07 AM

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Originally Posted by HDHNTER

Is it possible to order from dealers in foreign countries and have a watch shipped to me to take advantage of stronger discounts?

Thanks in advance!

As far as I know, most ADs will not deal over the internet or entertain orders from overseas. I know for a fact that the 2 ADs I have here in Auckland will not do it.

Not sure about the guys in Hong Kong though. There are a number of great guys on this forum with some fantastic contacts in HKG and they might be able to help you out.

Good luck - JJ

Scooby · 10 February 2007, 05:08 AM

Howdy neighbor! Welcome to TRF. Great looking sub you got there. My wife's favorite.

As to the question about buying overseas, I'm not sure. There's a thread about another AD in Hawaii that won't do it because Rolex wants them to cultivate relationships with customers, but that doesn't mean all won't. Also, most gray market dealers will ship out of town. Of course, otehrs will be able to answer better than I.

Enjoy the Blue Sub.

tonelar · 10 February 2007, 05:19 AM

You got a great deal, the TT Blue in SF NEW retails for around $8K (give or take). So Aruba was kind to you.

I know of a dealer here who routinely gives 20% on gold and some tt models so even that would still balance out to a $6400 price and then you'd have to show your out of state ID to escape the 8.5% Cali Sales Tax...

Welcome to the forum, it's nice to have another Blues Brother about... If you'd gotten here a few days earlier that poll would have most likely been a tie, huh?

HDHNTER · 10 February 2007, 05:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Scooby

Howdy neighbor! Welcome to TRF. Great looking sub you got there. My wife's favorite.

As to the question about buying overseas, I'm not sure. There's a thread about another AD in Hawaii that won't do it because Rolex wants them to cultivate relationships with customers, but that doesn't mean all won't. Also, most gray market dealers will ship out of town. Of course, otehrs will be able to answer better than I.

Enjoy the Blue Sub.

Are there any perks of going through an AD as I did on my Sub vs buying through Gray Market (besides piece of mind) Are Gray market Rolex's "2nds" that were not good enough to be sold via an AD? I've seen greatly reduced supposedly real Rolex's listed on Ebay at significant discounts. I would venture to guess that these are the Gray market watches you refer to. Will Rolex service a watch bought from non AD's. That's a lot of coin to risk.
Thanks for the info

JJ Irani · 10 February 2007, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by tonelar

If you'd gotten here a few days earlier that poll would have most likely been a tie, huh?

He can still go there and vote!!

JJ Irani · 10 February 2007, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by HDHNTER

Are there any perks of going through an AD as I did on my Sub vs buying through Gray Market (besides piece of mind) Are Gray market Rolex's "2nds" that were good enough to be sold via an AD? I've seen greatly reduced supposedly real Rolex's listed on Ebay at significant discounts. I would venture to guess that these are the Grey market watches you refer to. Will Rolex service a watch bought from non AD's. That's a lot of coin to risk.
Thanks for the info

Ebay is very dangerous unless you really know the seller well and have some positive feed back from others about him.

Gray market is safe, but once again, you should know the seller. Here in Auckland we have a Gray market dealer with a proper shop and he deals in just about any watch you want.

Yes, his prices would be a wee bit better than the AD, but I'd still rather buy from an AD. You did the right thing by buying that beauty from your Rolex dealer. It's the safest way to go!!

And NO, Rolex will NOT touch a watch bought over the internet or through the gray market.

Cheers - JJ

GerardoG · 10 February 2007, 05:30 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Hi Allen, welcome to TRF!!

Great choice the TT Blue Sub and that's a nice picture too. The actual list price of that watch is $7825. I guess you can say you did get a fair discount on the list price although much better prices are available in places like Hong Kong and Auckland where I live.

The important thing is you are as happy with yours as I am with mine!!

Here's mine!!

Cheers - JJ

...here we go again......

HDHNTER · 10 February 2007, 05:30 AM

One more question (for now, lol) Is there anyway to ascertain how many TT Blue subs are produced annually? Just curious as to how "rare" my watch is.

HDHNTER · 10 February 2007, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

And NO, Rolex will NOT touch a watch bought over the internet or through the gray market.

Cheers - JJ

Great info, thanks!!
I'll just wait for my trip next year to pick up the Daytona then.

JJ Irani · 10 February 2007, 05:35 AM

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Originally Posted by HDHNTER

One more question (for now, lol) Is there anyway to ascertain how many TT Blue subs are produced annually? Just curious as to how "rare" my watch is.

Now there's a question, Allen, which I betcha even the guys at Rolex will NOT be able to answer!!

One thing's for sure: Your TT Blue Sub is certainly NOT rare. Millions of them floating around. Wear the watch with the same PASSION and ENERGY that I do and you will enjoy it more than anything else in the world!!

Congrats on a superb acquisition, pal!!

GerardoG · 10 February 2007, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Now there's a question, Allen, which I betcha even the guys at Rolex will NOT be able to answer!!

One thing's for sure: Your TT Blue Sub is certainly NOT rare. Millions of them floating around. Wear the watch with the same PASSION and ENERGY that I do and you will enjoy it more than anything else in the world!!

Congrats on a superb acquisition, pal!!

...and as we have mentioned before; you can always upgrade to the 'real deal'; the BLACK dialed 2T sub!

Scooby · 10 February 2007, 05:40 AM

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And NO, Rolex will NOT touch a watch bought over the internet or through the gray market.

JJ - I'm curious as to what you mean by this. They will certainly repair and service any legit Rolex, will they not? Do you mean they won't honor the warranty from a non AD? Or are you saying you have to show proof that you boght your Rolex from a legit AD before they will touch it?

JJ Irani · 10 February 2007, 05:40 AM

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Originally Posted by GerardoG

...and as we have mentioned before; you can always upgrade to the 'real deal'; the BLACK dialed 2T sub!

Leave the man alone, you tosser!!

Can't you see he's in love with BLUE!!!

HDHNTER · 10 February 2007, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by GerardoG

...and as we have mentioned before; you can always upgrade to the 'real deal'; the BLACK dialed 2T sub!

lol, thanks for the tip... I did consider the black...... for 2 seconds or so

The blue just did it for me but if you would like to buy me a black I'll happily accept

JJ Irani · 10 February 2007, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Scooby

JJ - I'm curious as to what you mean by this. They will certainly repair and service any legit Rolex, will they not? Do you mean they won't honor the warranty from a non AD? Or are you saying you have to show proof that you boght your Rolex from a legit AD before they will touch it?

Well, when you go onto the website of any reputed Swiss watch manufacturer, the first thing you see is a Disclaimer clearly stating that they do not sell their watches over the internet, but only though authorised dealers.

I'm pretty sure that a proper Rolex centre will not honour the warranty if you have problems within the first TWO years of your purchase.

After that, I guess, it really doesn't matter. All you do is produce the watch and a service will be carried out. Only pray that the serial number has not been deleted as some gray market guys do.

GerardoG · 10 February 2007, 05:48 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Leave the man alone, you tosser!!

Can't you see he's in love with BLUE!!!

Yup. He is new w/Rolex. Once he gets experience, he will go for the real deal. BLACK

Scooby · 10 February 2007, 05:49 AM

I think that's what I was getting at. They won't honor the warranty, but as long as it's legit, they'll service it (for a fee, of course).

Thanks.

GerardoG · 10 February 2007, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by HDHNTER

lol, thanks for the tip... I did consider the black...... for 2 seconds or so

The blue just did it for me but if you would like to buy me a black I'll happily accept

Now you are part of this family!!!! WELCOME!!!!

President · 10 February 2007, 05:50 AM

Welcome!

JJ Irani · 10 February 2007, 05:52 AM

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Originally Posted by President

Welcome!

Hey tosser,

Do you find that every post "SUCKS"?

GerardoG · 10 February 2007, 05:53 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Hey tosser,

Do you find that every post "SUCKS"?

10 February 2007, 04:25 AM	#1
HDHNTER "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SC Posts: 2,766	New to the board and Rolex ownership Just bought my first while down in Aruba last week. Picked it up from Gandelman's for $6691 out the door. How did I do? Looking forward to picking up the TT Daytona on next years trip (that was 11,600 or so)

10 February 2007, 04:30 AM	#3
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,948	Welcome to TRF, Allen. And welcome to the world of Rolex. Enjoy both and stick around and have fun here. P.S. JJ's going to drool all over that pic when he logs on. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

10 February 2007, 04:40 AM	#5
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10 February 2007, 05:19 AM	#12
tonelar "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Tony Location: san francisco Watch: Seadweller Posts: 1,368	You got a great deal, the TT Blue in SF NEW retails for around $8K (give or take). So Aruba was kind to you. I know of a dealer here who routinely gives 20% on gold and some tt models so even that would still balance out to a $6400 price and then you'd have to show your out of state ID to escape the 8.5% Cali Sales Tax... Welcome to the forum, it's nice to have another Blues Brother about... If you'd gotten here a few days earlier that poll would have most likely been a tie, huh? __________________ It's a rarity that something popular is actually right... Wear 'em with PRIDE, y'all.

10 February 2007, 04:28 AM	#2
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Welcome to the club! I believe you did pretty good.

10 February 2007, 04:33 AM	#4
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Yup, he will. And this post will start the 'blue vs black dial 2T sub' war again.....

10 February 2007, 04:45 AM	#6
Ragu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Ragu Sauce Location: Southern, FL Watch: the Sauce ;) Posts: 782	Welcome Allen, your first is a "beauty" as others have said JJ will spit all over his keyboard after seeing your watch

10 February 2007, 04:51 AM	#7
HDHNTER "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SC Posts: 2,766	Thanks guys, price wise did I get a deal or is that about the norm for this model. Here at home this watch is $8100 before tax and very difficult to get. Is this the case across the board CONUS or just in my area? It's a beautiful watch, unfortunately I just bought a Movado Fiero (Tungsten) no more then 2 months ago and I highly doubt it will ever leave my safe after buying the Rolex. The TT Daytona was very impressive as well but I liked this sub better, I like the price of the sub better as well, lol. Definitely getting the Daytona next year though if it's still available when I'm back in Aruba.

10 February 2007, 05:08 AM	#11
Scooby Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Darren Location: Virginia, USA Watch: GMT Posts: 923	Howdy neighbor! Welcome to TRF. Great looking sub you got there. My wife's favorite. As to the question about buying overseas, I'm not sure. There's a thread about another AD in Hawaii that won't do it because Rolex wants them to cultivate relationships with customers, but that doesn't mean all won't. Also, most gray market dealers will ship out of town. Of course, otehrs will be able to answer better than I. Enjoy the Blue Sub.

10 February 2007, 05:30 AM	#17
HDHNTER "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SC Posts: 2,766	One more question (for now, lol) Is there anyway to ascertain how many TT Blue subs are produced annually? Just curious as to how "rare" my watch is.

10 February 2007, 05:49 AM	#26
Scooby Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Darren Location: Virginia, USA Watch: GMT Posts: 923	I think that's what I was getting at. They won't honor the warranty, but as long as it's legit, they'll service it (for a fee, of course). Thanks.

10 February 2007, 05:50 AM	#28
President Banned Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: M.Thatcher MP Location: Le Locle Watch: Bear Grylls Posts: 2,913	Welcome!

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