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bpanther15 · 10 October 2010, 09:49 PM

Hello all, and apologies if I'm posting in the wrong board!

I've finally decided it's time to own a beautiful Rolex, and I was looking for some advice on where to buy on in England.

I've been doing some research, and while it seems that authorised dealers are the best place to purchase, a lot of owners find really good deals (and get warranties) buying from grey market dealers.

Can any UK users recommend some reputable dealers out there? I would preferably want one that accepts deposits with full payment a few weeks later (unfortunately, I can't buy a rolex with 1 paycheque but I can with 2!)

I am after a submariner like the one below, and my budget is around £2,500-£3,000 (is that the right sort of price for an entry level Submariner?)

Any help would be much appreciated!

Alan G · 10 October 2010, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bpanther15

Hello all, and apologies if I'm posting in the wrong board!

I've finally decided it's time to own a beautiful Rolex, and I was looking for some advice on where to buy on in England.

I've been doing some research, and while it seems that authorised dealers are the best place to purchase, a lot of owners find really good deals (and get warranties) buying from grey market dealers.

Can any UK users recommend some reputable dealers out there? I would preferably want one that accepts deposits with full payment a few weeks later (unfortunately, I can't buy a rolex with 1 paycheque but I can with 2!)

I am after a submariner like the one below, and my budget is around £2,500-£3,000 (is that the right sort of price for an entry level Submariner?)

Any help would be much appreciated!

Try Blowers, I see you have found them already also Ancient & Modern www.ancientandmodernjewellers.co.uk/ I purchased from them after Credit checking the company looking at feed back on ebay, they have been around over 50 years being a bit cynical I check the serials with lost & stolen at rolex for a safe guard and looking at the value of their recent sales I considered them well safe to deal with, hope this helps

MikeJaye · 10 October 2010, 10:58 PM

Rolexroz...no one out there can beat this guy for prices!

Not a bricks and mortar dealer, more of a one man band but he's been around for ages and a top guy. Basically go to an AD to try the watch on then give Rolexroz a call.

PM me for details.

Mike

Puffy · 11 October 2010, 12:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeJaye

Rolexroz...no one out there can beat this guy for prices!

Not a bricks and mortar dealer, more of a one man band but he's been around for ages and a top guy. Basically go to an AD to try the watch on then give Rolexroz a call.

PM me for details.

Mike

Is Rolexroz on TURF?

MikeJaye · 11 October 2010, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Puffy

Is Rolexroz on TURF?

Yep, think he's on here sometimes but TURF is his home ground.

bpanther15 · 11 October 2010, 01:01 AM

Thanks for the replies so far guys - really appreciate it

EchoBlueUK · 11 October 2010, 03:50 AM

Blowers have HUGE selection put the prices are quite high. You can sometimes get discounts on a new watch form a AD cheaper than the preowned prices as adverised.

MrTito · 11 October 2010, 04:24 AM

I'd also recommend www.watches.co.uk I sold my seadweller to them and they were superb - informed, knowledgable and very efficient. They also paid an extremely fair price. Much like Blowers they aren't that cheap but usually have a good selection. As already highlighted Blowers are superb.

kermit · 11 October 2010, 04:27 AM

X2

BH13GMT · 11 October 2010, 04:43 AM

I have used Blowers for my SD, get yourself on the email bulletins, they have discount codes which can be used against watch purchases. Watches of Distinction in Lymington have a good stock on sports models. I bought my GMTC there and the guys there were very helpful. their stock can be viewed online on their website and on chrono24.com

ibramr · 11 October 2010, 06:42 AM

Bpanther15. Greetings. Notwithstanding some logistical issues related to importing from the US, there are excellent used 14060 (both pre M and M) from several superb TRF members here that are well in your pirce range, including another 20% VAT/duties, and then some. I am sure that you have considered it, but just in case. Best of luck, and enjoy in good health.

Colnago · 12 October 2010, 07:17 AM

I've been waiting for this thread for a long time......to allow me to get something off my chest....be wary of Blowers....be very wary...

They pulled a fast one on a friend of mine by fitting non-Rolex parts to an Explorer II during a service - I subsequently bought the watch from him and had it sorted out at Bexley....they were caught bang to rights and refused to answer any e-mails or put anything straight.....I use them as a reference page but that's it....I would never deal with them ever.....my opinion but it's first hand.....

BH13GMT · 12 October 2010, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Colnago

I've been waiting for this thread for a long time......to allow me to get something off my chest....be wary of Blowers....be very wary...

They pulled a fast one on a friend of mine by fitting non-Rolex parts to an Explorer II during a service - I subsequently bought the watch from him and had it sorted out at Bexley....they were caught bang to rights and refused to answer any e-mails or put anything straight.....I use them as a reference page but that's it....I would never deal with them ever.....my opinion but it's first hand.....

Bloody Hell, that is out of order. The watch I bought was BNIB thankfully untouched by their service dept.

andy tims · 12 October 2010, 07:59 AM

http://www.secondtimeround.com/ for pre-owned

http://www.hackettwatches.com/ for pre-owned or new. Ask for Dominic & feel free to mention my name.

Nairn1980 · 12 October 2010, 07:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeJaye

Rolexroz...no one out there can beat this guy for prices!

Not a bricks and mortar dealer, more of a one man band but he's been around for ages and a top guy. Basically go to an AD to try the watch on then give Rolexroz a call.

PM me for details.

Mike

Agree with this.
I am fortunate to know Rolexroz personally and he is an absolute gentleman and utterly trustworthy.

cannot recommend him enough!

chazha · 16 October 2010, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by andy tims

http://www.secondtimeround.com/ for pre-owned

http://www.hackettwatches.com/ for pre-owned or new. Ask for Dominic & feel free to mention my name.

I had a deal with Hackettwatches.com

Went to his office in the city area I believe. Great guy!!

Iamdisturbance · 11 January 2015, 01:16 AM

Has anyone got contact details for RolexRoz? I PM'd back in December to no avail.

m-abz-t · 2 November 2015, 07:29 AM

Anyone else had experience buying from watchesofdistinction.com ? Some good range there but abit pricey compared to other places.

10 October 2010, 09:49 PM	#1
bpanther15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: London Posts: 5	Best "grey market" dealers in England? Hello all, and apologies if I'm posting in the wrong board! I've finally decided it's time to own a beautiful Rolex, and I was looking for some advice on where to buy on in England. I've been doing some research, and while it seems that authorised dealers are the best place to purchase, a lot of owners find really good deals (and get warranties) buying from grey market dealers. Can any UK users recommend some reputable dealers out there? I would preferably want one that accepts deposits with full payment a few weeks later (unfortunately, I can't buy a rolex with 1 paycheque but I can with 2!) I am after a submariner like the one below, and my budget is around £2,500-£3,000 (is that the right sort of price for an entry level Submariner?) Any help would be much appreciated!

11 October 2010, 04:43 AM	#10
BH13GMT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Paul Location: UK, Dorset Watch: and learn Posts: 2,636	I have used Blowers for my SD, get yourself on the email bulletins, they have discount codes which can be used against watch purchases. Watches of Distinction in Lymington have a good stock on sports models. I bought my GMTC there and the guys there were very helpful. their stock can be viewed online on their website and on chrono24.com __________________ Rolex Sub 1680, Rolex GMT 116710LN, Rolex Datejust 16220 Salmon Dial (the Mrs), Tudor BB58, Tudor Pelagos Blue and Several Seiko's ************************************************ *************** "last one in the chopper is a rotten egg" Jonathan Quayle Higgins III

12 October 2010, 07:17 AM	#12
Colnago "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Bill Hart Location: Richmond, NY, UK Watch: Rlx=3, Tdr=3, Om=3 Posts: 3,053	I've been waiting for this thread for a long time......to allow me to get something off my chest....be wary of Blowers....be very wary... They pulled a fast one on a friend of mine by fitting non-Rolex parts to an Explorer II during a service - I subsequently bought the watch from him and had it sorted out at Bexley....they were caught bang to rights and refused to answer any e-mails or put anything straight.....I use them as a reference page but that's it....I would never deal with them ever.....my opinion but it's first hand..... __________________ Bill "There's only three kinds of people in this world....those that can count....and those that can't" TRF's "JJ's" Bar & NightClub Patron

10 October 2010, 10:58 PM	#3
MikeJaye Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: London Posts: 675	Rolexroz...no one out there can beat this guy for prices! Not a bricks and mortar dealer, more of a one man band but he's been around for ages and a top guy. Basically go to an AD to try the watch on then give Rolexroz a call. PM me for details. Mike

11 October 2010, 01:01 AM	#6
bpanther15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: London Posts: 5	Thanks for the replies so far guys - really appreciate it

11 October 2010, 03:50 AM	#7
EchoBlueUK "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: UK Posts: 1,543	Blowers have HUGE selection put the prices are quite high. You can sometimes get discounts on a new watch form a AD cheaper than the preowned prices as adverised.

11 October 2010, 04:24 AM	#8
MrTito "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: UK Watch: BLNR, JLC Deep Sea Posts: 164	I'd also recommend www.watches.co.uk I sold my seadweller to them and they were superb - informed, knowledgable and very efficient. They also paid an extremely fair price. Much like Blowers they aren't that cheap but usually have a good selection. As already highlighted Blowers are superb.

11 October 2010, 04:27 AM	#9
kermit Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: london uk Posts: 31	X2

11 October 2010, 06:42 AM	#11
ibramr "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: usa Posts: 173	Bpanther15. Greetings. Notwithstanding some logistical issues related to importing from the US, there are excellent used 14060 (both pre M and M) from several superb TRF members here that are well in your pirce range, including another 20% VAT/duties, and then some. I am sure that you have considered it, but just in case. Best of luck, and enjoy in good health.

12 October 2010, 07:59 AM	#14
andy tims "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Andy Location: Surrey, UK Posts: 45	http://www.secondtimeround.com/ for pre-owned http://www.hackettwatches.com/ for pre-owned or new. Ask for Dominic & feel free to mention my name.

11 January 2015, 01:16 AM	#17
Iamdisturbance "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: London, UK Posts: 37	Has anyone got contact details for RolexRoz? I PM'd back in December to no avail.

2 November 2015, 07:29 AM	#18
m-abz-t "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: UK Watch: DJ,Sub,Speedy Posts: 132	Anyone else had experience buying from watchesofdistinction.com ? Some good range there but abit pricey compared to other places.

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