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freebo · 26 April 2017, 09:01 AM

Hi,
I'm travelling between two of the most Rolex-scarce markets in the world (Australia and the UK), I've been trying to buy a BLNR for a few months now and have had no luck, I just missed one when I visited the US earlier this year. Does anyone know if the AD in Abu Dhabi is likely to have more stock? I'm there for a 2 hour connection so no time to leave the airport.

Understand I'd have to pay list-price, happy with that but not significantly more.

Thanks!

MJaber · 26 April 2017, 10:13 AM

Call them!

Abdullah71601 · 26 April 2017, 10:17 AM

They are iffy. Sometimes their stock is good, other times they aren't worth visiting. Ring them up to know for certain.

FWIW, the DOH boutique usually has the best prices of the ME3 hubs. They are usually better priced than any of the boutiques in the UAE.

freebo · 26 April 2017, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MJaber

Call them!

I might, but I'm actually flying tomorrow so with the time difference I may not get to it, I had misunderstood the Rolex AD website and only just realised they're inside the terminal, hence asking if anyone had direct experience.

Of course I'll just visit and ask.

oldsalt · 26 April 2017, 02:02 PM

Good luck with your hunt....

cheers

Danny83 · 26 April 2017, 02:14 PM

They usually have most of the sports models in stock, pretty sure you will find a BLNR. If not call Sadiqqi and Sons im sure they will bring you one to the airport.

emkwan · 26 April 2017, 02:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by freebo

Hi,
I'm travelling between two of the most Rolex-scarce markets in the world (Australia and the UK), I've been trying to buy a BLNR for a few months now and have had no luck, I just missed one when I visited the US earlier this year. Does anyone know if the AD in Abu Dhabi is likely to have more stock? I'm there for a 2 hour connection so no time to leave the airport.

Understand I'd have to pay list-price, happy with that but not significantly more.

Thanks!

word of advice... call way in advance near middle to end of month... also venture out from the airport - 10% in stores outside the airport which they wont give at the airport.. trust me ;-) I know. Just got BLNR recently check it out HERE

armen34 · 26 April 2017, 02:49 PM

Let us know how it goes.

freebo · 26 April 2017, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by armen34

Let us know how it goes.

I did call them & was told they could get me a BLNR in 15 days if I paid in full up front, guy was very keen to connect with me on what's app & for me to call him when I arrived.

I'm flying tomorrow so no-go, will call in & see them just in case.

freebo · 26 April 2017, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emkwan

word of advice... call way in advance near middle to end of month... also venture out from the airport - 10% in stores outside the airport which they wont give at the airport.. trust me ;-) I know. Just got BLNR recently check it out HERE

Thank you, however I'm transiting on Ethiad and only have 1.5 hours (wanted some lounge time too) so I'm stuck with the airport.

jaydav2306 · 26 April 2017, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emkwan

word of advice... call way in advance near middle to end of month... also venture out from the airport - 10% in stores outside the airport which they wont give at the airport.. trust me ;-) I know. Just got BLNR recently check it out HERE

Hi mate I am travelling in July and am going to want a BLNR how far ahead should I call to guarantee me a BLNR?

mikeyyn · 27 April 2017, 01:25 AM

I picked up a sub date at AbuDhabi airport, they also had a DSSD and a black GMTII when I was in, but no BLNR, just before and just after the New Year ( I popped in twice). The BLNR that they had earlier had sold but they said that they would have been able to get me one from downtown if I gave them notice. It might be worth asking them to get one but the prepayment would put me off, what if your plane was late and you didnt have the 90mins layover? I suppose they would refund it but exchange charges would be a bit of a hit. Security can be really slow even for transit passengers too.
You might be lucky though and they might have one in.

They are open 24hrs a day so you could even call them from your departure airport lounge and they then have 14 hours to get one.

Amex4711 · 17 August 2017, 07:12 PM

I will be in Abu Dhabi in September for six days. Do you have any news or updates regarding rolex sport models or Vintage Rolex Models in Abu Dhabi ?

I'm looking for a BNIB BLNR and SS Daytona

and GMT1675 in perfect condition

Abdullah71601 · 17 August 2017, 07:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Amex4711

I will be in Abu Dhabi in September for six days. Do you have any news or updates regarding rolex sport models or Vintage Rolex Models in Abu Dhabi ?

I'm looking for a BNIB BLNR and SS Daytona

and GMT1675 in perfect condition

Call the head office, they'll advise you which boutique has what you want.

Marinelife · 17 August 2017, 07:55 PM

If you're in Sydney Farren Price has one or if you want I can call my guy at the hour glass

Amex4711 · 17 August 2017, 08:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

Call the head office, they'll advise you which boutique has what you want.

thanks Abdullah

Amex4711 · 17 August 2017, 08:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marinelife

If you're in Sydney Farren Price has one or if you want I can call my guy at the hour glass

thanks

but I'm only in Abu Dhabi

rodo · 17 August 2017, 08:40 PM

Iw was there July of last year and they had one. I think at that time it was $8500 usd

rodo · 17 August 2017, 08:41 PM

Iw was there July of last year and they had one. I think at that time it was $8500 usd

Sam Philip · 17 August 2017, 10:48 PM

I got my first Rolex a Sea Dweller 12 years ago from Abu Dhabi airport. At that time they had every Rolex sports model in stock art from the Daytona. Duty free price was similar to AD prices (after discount)in the Abu Dhabi and Dubai and cheaper than UK price.

I was in Dubai recently they had a no date sub, Explorer I and II, Yachtmaster and few TT and gold models. They didn't have SS Sub C with date (green or black), BLNR or Daytonas. I was told they get Subs and BLNR but they get sold within an hour. The prices were higher compared to the UK high street prices

Chromosome · 9 July 2018, 09:04 PM

Anyone visited the Rolex AD in Abu Dhabi airport recently? I will be transiting through there this week and wondering how their stock is?

nicoula91 · 21 July 2018, 01:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Chromosome

Anyone visited the Rolex AD in Abu Dhabi airport recently? I will be transiting through there this week and wondering how their stock is?

Did you find any SS Rolex?

26 April 2017, 09:01 AM	#1
freebo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Australia Watch: BLNR Posts: 63	Abu Dhabi Airport AD stock? Hi, I'm travelling between two of the most Rolex-scarce markets in the world (Australia and the UK), I've been trying to buy a BLNR for a few months now and have had no luck, I just missed one when I visited the US earlier this year. Does anyone know if the AD in Abu Dhabi is likely to have more stock? I'm there for a 2 hour connection so no time to leave the airport. Understand I'd have to pay list-price, happy with that but not significantly more. Thanks!

26 April 2017, 02:02 PM	#5
oldsalt "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Peter Location: Australia. Watch: ????? Posts: 1,015	Good luck with your hunt.... cheers __________________ EXP II - DSSD (blue) - PAM 643 - PAM 724 - PAM 424 - PAM 1499 - GRUPPO GAMA - PAM 1305 - Breguet XXI - 116500LN & BLNR....gone

17 August 2017, 07:12 PM	#13
Amex4711 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Thomas Location: Germany Watch: yes of course Posts: 1,889	I will be in Abu Dhabi in September for six days. Do you have any news or updates regarding rolex sport models or Vintage Rolex Models in Abu Dhabi ? I'm looking for a BNIB BLNR and SS Daytona and GMT1675 in perfect condition __________________ current Rolex collection: to much......

26 April 2017, 10:13 AM	#2
MJaber "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Toronto Watch: Romain Gauthier Posts: 141	Call them!

26 April 2017, 10:17 AM	#3
Abdullah71601 Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Calumet Harbor Watch: ing da Bears Posts: 13,568	They are iffy. Sometimes their stock is good, other times they aren't worth visiting. Ring them up to know for certain. FWIW, the DOH boutique usually has the best prices of the ME3 hubs. They are usually better priced than any of the boutiques in the UAE.

26 April 2017, 02:14 PM	#6
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,302	They usually have most of the sports models in stock, pretty sure you will find a BLNR. If not call Sadiqqi and Sons im sure they will bring you one to the airport.

26 April 2017, 02:49 PM	#8
armen34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: OC Posts: 1,466	Let us know how it goes.

27 April 2017, 01:25 AM	#12
mikeyyn "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Michael Location: UK Watch: SSDJ Sub PP5711 Posts: 52	I picked up a sub date at AbuDhabi airport, they also had a DSSD and a black GMTII when I was in, but no BLNR, just before and just after the New Year ( I popped in twice). The BLNR that they had earlier had sold but they said that they would have been able to get me one from downtown if I gave them notice. It might be worth asking them to get one but the prepayment would put me off, what if your plane was late and you didnt have the 90mins layover? I suppose they would refund it but exchange charges would be a bit of a hit. Security can be really slow even for transit passengers too. You might be lucky though and they might have one in. They are open 24hrs a day so you could even call them from your departure airport lounge and they then have 14 hours to get one.

17 August 2017, 07:55 PM	#15
Marinelife "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Sydney Posts: 7	If you're in Sydney Farren Price has one or if you want I can call my guy at the hour glass

17 August 2017, 08:40 PM	#18
rodo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 640	Iw was there July of last year and they had one. I think at that time it was $8500 usd

17 August 2017, 08:41 PM	#19
rodo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 640	Iw was there July of last year and they had one. I think at that time it was $8500 usd

17 August 2017, 10:48 PM	#20
Sam Philip Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK Posts: 4,345	I got my first Rolex a Sea Dweller 12 years ago from Abu Dhabi airport. At that time they had every Rolex sports model in stock art from the Daytona. Duty free price was similar to AD prices (after discount)in the Abu Dhabi and Dubai and cheaper than UK price. I was in Dubai recently they had a no date sub, Explorer I and II, Yachtmaster and few TT and gold models. They didn't have SS Sub C with date (green or black), BLNR or Daytonas. I was told they get Subs and BLNR but they get sold within an hour. The prices were higher compared to the UK high street prices

9 July 2018, 09:04 PM	#21
Chromosome "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Sydney Posts: 273	Anyone visited the Rolex AD in Abu Dhabi airport recently? I will be transiting through there this week and wondering how their stock is?

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