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NCD1979 · 20 May 2018, 05:54 AM

Nothing out of the ordinary...Zero selection of SS sport models and was told I’d have to spend 25k just to get on “the list” for Daytona. Business as usual, I suppose.

watchmework · 20 May 2018, 06:03 AM

Sorry to hear, that's a bummer. What are you looking for/to buy? I'm also curious which AD you went to since it looks like we are in the same area.

NCD1979 · 20 May 2018, 06:11 AM

Was browsing Finks in NoVa.

yhzdude · 20 May 2018, 06:12 AM

did you say fine, i will find another AD? and tell my friend to spend their money elsewhere?

NCD1979 · 20 May 2018, 06:18 AM

No, I just politely ended the conversation and moved on. I suppose it’s their prerogative to establish whatever business rules they so choose. I wasn’t offended, will just likely purchase elsewhere (like here).

watchmework · 20 May 2018, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by NCD1979

Was browsing Finks in NoVa.

Ah yeah I have been to their Sterling and MGM locations, the one at MGM has had some ok stock before but it’s pretty much hopeless to pick up a SS Daytona from them unfortunately.

NCD1979 · 20 May 2018, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by watchmework

Ah yeah I have been to their Sterling and MGM locations, the one at MGM has had some ok stock before but it’s pretty much hopeless to pick up a SS Daytona from them unfortunately.

Yup, he basically told me they have 10 stores and only established customers (25k +) can get on that list. I didn’t expect to find one sitting in the showcase, was just passing through and figured I’d take a look. Can’t get lucky if you don’t take a shot!

SWISSAHOLICS · 20 May 2018, 06:28 AM

Nick, I was planning on being in the DC area in June.....I shouldn't be wasting my time at the ADs?

Byrdguy · 20 May 2018, 06:32 AM

Went to my AD this past week just to see what they had. Was kind of looking for a Bluesy, but they only had the LN version. They had a no date Sub, a couple of SeaDwellers, SkyDwellers, a black GMTII. A SS/rose gold/chocolate dial Yachtmaster and some other TTs. I had kind of taken a liking to the TT/SS yachtmaster, but it didn't do a thing for me in the flesh. I asked the sales lady about a SS/Plat blue dial YachtMaster and was surprised to hear there was a waiting list for them. She did say she'd call me when they got a bluesy in. We'll see if the itch is still there when she calls.

Rose Gold · 20 May 2018, 06:33 AM

I purchased at finks in NC and had a great experience... probably because I purchased PM. :-)

Joe

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Originally Posted by NCD1979

Was browsing Finks in NoVa.

NCD1979 · 20 May 2018, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by SWISSAHOLICS

Nick, I was planning on being in the DC area in June.....I shouldn't be wasting my time at the ADs?

Never hurts to check but mostly chains around here and all seemingly want to deal exclusively with established customers. Not much love for the occasional buyer...

Bigblu10 · 20 May 2018, 06:41 AM

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Originally Posted by NCD1979

Never hurts to check but mostly chains around here and all seemingly want to deal exclusively with established customers. Not much love for the occasional buyer...

Did you visit the Dulles Town Center location?

NCD1979 · 20 May 2018, 06:47 AM

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Did you visit the Dulles Town Center location?

Yup, sure did. Have been in there before, nice folks. Nothing but good things to say, just minimal stock these days, like everyone else. I don’t blame them for reserving the Daytona list for established customers, there’s just not enough to go around.

Art 1 · 20 May 2018, 06:52 AM

Saw a SS GMT today at an AD.

chloebear · 20 May 2018, 08:04 AM

I really think you are at a disadvantage in a larger urban area. Seems like the smaller rural AD's get an outsized amount of inventory. Here in middle America Fort Smith, Arkansas (population 85,000) our local AD always seems to have a Submariner (with and without date), a couple of Milgausses, then the occasional GMT Master II (black only), the occasional Sea-Dweller and even the occasional Daytona.

After that it's the usual: Explorer, Explorer II (both colors), Air-King, OP's, and plenty of DJ's.

Don't bother calling them though. They will not sell over the phone. They are a really fantastic AD though if you live in the area.

NCD1979 · 20 May 2018, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by chloebear

I really think you are at a disadvantage in a larger urban area. Seems like the smaller rural AD's get an outsized amount of inventory. Here in middle America Fort Smith, Arkansas (population 85,000) our local AD always seems to have a Submariner (with and without date), a couple of Milgausses, then the occasional GMT Master II (black only), the occasional Sea-Dweller and even the occasional Daytona.

After that it's the usual: Explorer, Explorer II (both colors), Air-King, OP's, and plenty of DJ's.

Don't bother calling them though. They will not sell over the phone. They are a really fantastic AD though if you live in the area.

Agree 100%

RobearH · 20 May 2018, 08:07 AM

Come to Texas where Rolex sport models abound!

floraneg · 20 May 2018, 08:12 AM

Stopped by my AD today to pick up an order and they brought the Root Beer out. I was shocked to see it and shocked even more when they said it wasn't spoken for.

ericky7 · 20 May 2018, 08:23 AM

I rang around and Houston sounded most positive

fiendfx · 20 May 2018, 08:33 AM

Might as well get the PM Daytona if that's the pre-requisite.

20 May 2018, 05:54 AM	#1
NCD1979 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Posts: 1,044	AD visit today... Nothing out of the ordinary...Zero selection of SS sport models and was told I’d have to spend 25k just to get on “the list” for Daytona. Business as usual, I suppose.

20 May 2018, 06:28 AM	#8
SWISSAHOLICS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Here! Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,366	Nick, I was planning on being in the DC area in June.....I shouldn't be wasting my time at the ADs? __________________ 16610LN \| 16613LB \| 16710 Pepsi \| 118238 \| 116500 (White) \| 116500 (Black) \| 116710BLNR \| 116610LV "The one thing I fear most is time; time waits for no one and leaves no options."

20 May 2018, 06:03 AM	#2
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	Sorry to hear, that's a bummer. What are you looking for/to buy? I'm also curious which AD you went to since it looks like we are in the same area.

20 May 2018, 06:11 AM	#3
NCD1979 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Posts: 1,044	Was browsing Finks in NoVa.

20 May 2018, 06:12 AM	#4
yhzdude 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Nat E FL370 0.82 Posts: 715	did you say fine, i will find another AD? and tell my friend to spend their money elsewhere?

20 May 2018, 06:18 AM	#5
NCD1979 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Posts: 1,044	No, I just politely ended the conversation and moved on. I suppose it’s their prerogative to establish whatever business rules they so choose. I wasn’t offended, will just likely purchase elsewhere (like here).

20 May 2018, 06:32 AM	#9
Byrdguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Florida Panhandle Watch: Sub C LV, Posts: 490	Went to my AD this past week just to see what they had. Was kind of looking for a Bluesy, but they only had the LN version. They had a no date Sub, a couple of SeaDwellers, SkyDwellers, a black GMTII. A SS/rose gold/chocolate dial Yachtmaster and some other TTs. I had kind of taken a liking to the TT/SS yachtmaster, but it didn't do a thing for me in the flesh. I asked the sales lady about a SS/Plat blue dial YachtMaster and was surprised to hear there was a waiting list for them. She did say she'd call me when they got a bluesy in. We'll see if the itch is still there when she calls.

20 May 2018, 06:52 AM	#14
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Saw a SS GMT today at an AD.

20 May 2018, 08:04 AM	#15
chloebear Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: USA Watch: Explorer Posts: 2,902	I really think you are at a disadvantage in a larger urban area. Seems like the smaller rural AD's get an outsized amount of inventory. Here in middle America Fort Smith, Arkansas (population 85,000) our local AD always seems to have a Submariner (with and without date), a couple of Milgausses, then the occasional GMT Master II (black only), the occasional Sea-Dweller and even the occasional Daytona. After that it's the usual: Explorer, Explorer II (both colors), Air-King, OP's, and plenty of DJ's. Don't bother calling them though. They will not sell over the phone. They are a really fantastic AD though if you live in the area.

20 May 2018, 08:07 AM	#17
RobearH Banned Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Robear Location: Come and Take It! Watch: 126710 BLRO Posts: 1,632	Come to Texas where Rolex sport models abound!

20 May 2018, 08:12 AM	#18
floraneg "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Louisiana Posts: 223	Stopped by my AD today to pick up an order and they brought the Root Beer out. I was shocked to see it and shocked even more when they said it wasn't spoken for.

20 May 2018, 08:23 AM	#19
ericky7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: australia Posts: 20	I rang around and Houston sounded most positive

20 May 2018, 08:33 AM	#20
fiendfx "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: california Posts: 132	Might as well get the PM Daytona if that's the pre-requisite.

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