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RolexAuthority · 15 October 2015, 02:22 AM

I thought I'd take a walk through and look at some of the "offers" on display I think they have lost the plot completely they must be totally bonkers down there a few prices which defy belief only a total fool would look at these ...

Rolex 5513 maxi no band £12,000
Matte dial transitional sea dweller 16660 £18,000 !!!!
Tropical slightly GMT non chapter with crown guards £40,000 !!!
Rolex Daytona silver or black panda dial vintage £32,000 !!!
Rolex Radial GMT no band £10,000 !!!
My favourites are these two :
Paul Newman Daytona black face £250,000 !!!
Paul Newman Daytona tropical £400,000 !!!

And all the above can be had with no box papers or any history !!!
Totally, ridiculously, utterly, fully, badly overpriced.

travisb · 15 October 2015, 02:24 AM

That's just ridiculous.

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Psmith · 15 October 2015, 02:26 AM

I was there in July. Nice for window-gazing but that's about it. I noted that there were no customers in any of the stores.

Zingari · 15 October 2015, 02:28 AM

Dreamers who cater for the overseas tourists. Usually Far East/Japanese interest. Out of interest a few years ago I walked in to ask what they would give me for my 'mint' '90s YG DD. £3,500 was their 'offer'!

Walking to Royal Arcade Old Bond St and you get more 'realistic' prices.

Swearengen · 15 October 2015, 02:53 AM

Was there a while back and remember seeing an unremarkable red 1680 for £12k, wonder what their price would be now

SWISSAHOLICS · 15 October 2015, 02:58 AM

Wow

Rameez-Q · 15 October 2015, 03:04 AM

This is common with them and there have been multiple threads of how badly customers are treated.

Anyone in the know who appears to be knowledgeable is quickly shown the door. There prices are extortionate, I'm surprised their still open.

AK797 · 15 October 2015, 05:21 AM

BA is a tourist attraction so prices are a carnival!

roviw · 15 October 2015, 06:14 AM

Lots of bad press about that shop, I wont name them but better not, they have been mentioned before on this forum.
I did look in the window but it was dusty and not inviting, they also seemed to have a 30% sale as well haha.

I would like to add that I got my SS Daytona a couple of months ago from Armour Winston in the arcade, they were so very, very helpful in there, lovely choice of watches as well.
I was served by a chap called James and he could not have been more helpful, cant praise him enough. Take a look at their website, I would certainly go straight back again if I wanted another used watch.

Rockrolex · 15 October 2015, 06:18 AM

I've been past the David Duggan vintage Rolex shop in the BA many times. I've always thought their prices were out of line with reality. Consequently, I have never gone in to even sample their wares.

Dan Pierce · 15 October 2015, 06:32 AM

Thoroughly enjoyed my visit in 2008 but those prices had me scratching my head and hiding my wallet.
dP

dysondiver · 15 October 2015, 06:42 AM

asking is one thing ,,, getting is another.

crowncollection · 15 October 2015, 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dysondiver

asking is one thing ,,, getting is another.

X 2 exactly my thoughts

FTX I · 15 October 2015, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rockrolex

I've been past the David Duggan vintage Rolex shop in the BA many times. I've always thought their prices were out of line with reality. Consequently, I have never gone in to even sample their wares.

+1

Danny83 · 15 October 2015, 10:01 AM

Maybe hes early on the price increase

hbombkid · 15 October 2015, 10:04 AM

The best thing similar I have seen like this in the states was outside of Philadelphia at king of Prussia mall. They wanted 12,500 for a used BLNR. They had other rolexes too that were really over priced. The best part an AD is in the mall. Just to be kinda a jerk I asked about the price compared to brand new at an AD and the sales lady said it was a limited edition. The limited edition part was no papers hahaha

Rolex fan 61 · 15 October 2015, 06:23 PM

"A fool and his money are soon parted!"

gigoloaunt7 · 15 October 2015, 06:50 PM

BA=arab money.

strafer_kid · 15 October 2015, 10:55 PM

Yes, Burlington Arcade is quite an.............experience!

AK797 · 16 October 2015, 01:54 AM

When people ask are Rolexes a good investment we should show them this thread and how your Rolex will most likely at least double in value in no time!

padi56 · 16 October 2015, 02:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RolexAuthority

I thought I'd take a walk through and look at some of the "offers" on display I think they have lost the plot completely they must be totally bonkers down there a few prices which defy belief only a total fool would look at these ...

Rolex 5513 maxi no band £12,000
Matte dial transitional sea dweller 16660 £18,000 !!!!
Tropical slightly GMT non chapter with crown guards £40,000 !!!
Rolex Daytona silver or black panda dial vintage £32,000 !!!
Rolex Radial GMT no band £10,000 !!!
My favourites are these two :
Paul Newman Daytona black face £250,000 !!!
Paul Newman Daytona tropical £400,000 !!!

And all the above can be had with no box papers or any history !!!
Totally, ridiculously, utterly, fully, badly overpriced.

Yes agree crazy London prices but most all every day products if buying around London center they want to charge crazy prices even for a coffee or cup of tea afraid London can be the rip off capital of the world..

roviw · 16 October 2015, 04:30 AM

The dodgy shop I was referring to was up towards the other end on the opposite side. Mentioning Vintage in their name.
My Daytona from Armour Winston was more or less spot on by price

sea-dweller · 16 October 2015, 05:02 AM

Have also been there and was drooling at the window until I saw the prices!

15 October 2015, 02:22 AM	#1
RolexAuthority Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: London Posts: 1,233	Burlington Arcade unbeleivable or what I thought I'd take a walk through and look at some of the "offers" on display I think they have lost the plot completely they must be totally bonkers down there a few prices which defy belief only a total fool would look at these ... Rolex 5513 maxi no band £12,000 Matte dial transitional sea dweller 16660 £18,000 !!!! Tropical slightly GMT non chapter with crown guards £40,000 !!! Rolex Daytona silver or black panda dial vintage £32,000 !!! Rolex Radial GMT no band £10,000 !!! My favourites are these two : Paul Newman Daytona black face £250,000 !!! Paul Newman Daytona tropical £400,000 !!! And all the above can be had with no box papers or any history !!! Totally, ridiculously, utterly, fully, badly overpriced.

15 October 2015, 02:26 AM	#3
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	I was there in July. Nice for window-gazing but that's about it. I noted that there were no customers in any of the stores. __________________

15 October 2015, 02:28 AM	#4
Zingari "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Cheshire, UK Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 138	Dreamers who cater for the overseas tourists. Usually Far East/Japanese interest. Out of interest a few years ago I walked in to ask what they would give me for my 'mint' '90s YG DD. £3,500 was their 'offer'! Walking to Royal Arcade Old Bond St and you get more 'realistic' prices. __________________ IZW: From Darkness - Through Fire - Into Light

15 October 2015, 02:53 AM	#5
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15 October 2015, 02:58 AM	#6
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15 October 2015, 02:24 AM	#2
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,402	That's just ridiculous. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

15 October 2015, 03:04 AM	#7
Rameez-Q "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: UK Watch: Rolex Day Date, Posts: 666	This is common with them and there have been multiple threads of how badly customers are treated. Anyone in the know who appears to be knowledgeable is quickly shown the door. There prices are extortionate, I'm surprised their still open. __________________ Vintage, Vintage & more vintage!

15 October 2015, 05:21 AM	#8
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,368	BA is a tourist attraction so prices are a carnival!

15 October 2015, 06:14 AM	#9
roviw "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Ivor Location: Hampshire , UK Posts: 205	Lots of bad press about that shop, I wont name them but better not, they have been mentioned before on this forum. I did look in the window but it was dusty and not inviting, they also seemed to have a 30% sale as well haha. I would like to add that I got my SS Daytona a couple of months ago from Armour Winston in the arcade, they were so very, very helpful in there, lovely choice of watches as well. I was served by a chap called James and he could not have been more helpful, cant praise him enough. Take a look at their website, I would certainly go straight back again if I wanted another used watch.

15 October 2015, 06:18 AM	#10
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,940	I've been past the David Duggan vintage Rolex shop in the BA many times. I've always thought their prices were out of line with reality. Consequently, I have never gone in to even sample their wares. __________________ 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

15 October 2015, 06:32 AM	#11
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,166	Thoroughly enjoyed my visit in 2008 but those prices had me scratching my head and hiding my wallet. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

15 October 2015, 06:42 AM	#12
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	asking is one thing ,,, getting is another.

15 October 2015, 10:01 AM	#15
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,301	Maybe hes early on the price increase

15 October 2015, 10:04 AM	#16
hbombkid "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: VA Watch: Sub 116610 Posts: 1,082	The best thing similar I have seen like this in the states was outside of Philadelphia at king of Prussia mall. They wanted 12,500 for a used BLNR. They had other rolexes too that were really over priced. The best part an AD is in the mall. Just to be kinda a jerk I asked about the price compared to brand new at an AD and the sales lady said it was a limited edition. The limited edition part was no papers hahaha

15 October 2015, 06:23 PM	#17
Rolex fan 61 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: UK Posts: 1,262	"A fool and his money are soon parted!"

15 October 2015, 06:50 PM	#18
gigoloaunt7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: North of England Posts: 43	BA=arab money.

15 October 2015, 10:55 PM	#19
strafer_kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Kenny Location: northern ireland Watch: SDs, Subs & GMTs Posts: 5,136	Yes, Burlington Arcade is quite an.............experience!

16 October 2015, 01:54 AM	#20
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,368	When people ask are Rolexes a good investment we should show them this thread and how your Rolex will most likely at least double in value in no time!

16 October 2015, 04:30 AM	#22
roviw "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Ivor Location: Hampshire , UK Posts: 205	The dodgy shop I was referring to was up towards the other end on the opposite side. Mentioning Vintage in their name. My Daytona from Armour Winston was more or less spot on by price

16 October 2015, 05:02 AM	#23
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Have also been there and was drooling at the window until I saw the prices! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

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