I USED TO WORK FOR ROLEX (PART 2) When does new Inventory arrive? How much does Rolex pay?

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  • Опубликовано: 3 май 2024
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    My experience working for Rolex - inside scoop on how much a Rolex Salesperson earns.
    Best days to find new Inventory..
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  • @jordan771
    @jordan771 19 дней назад +60

    I was thinking of applying for a sales position at Rolex. All I have to do is look arrogant, and say “it’s for display only” and “we have the Datejust and Yacht-Master II available” easy job.

  • @chtiinusacroireetoser.1200
    @chtiinusacroireetoser.1200 9 дней назад +11

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  • @TheJMedia
    @TheJMedia День назад +2

    Love the stories! Please share more! Got my first rolex from my AD last year and its been slightly over a year and waiting for my next piece!

  • @johnrolfe4107
    @johnrolfe4107 День назад +2

    Now in my '70's, lusted after the Presidential Day Date in the '1960's and loved the brand. I became a true horological fan during the Pandemic and became very interested in other brands, simply because Rolex was so difficult to get. In a way I'm thankful nature took me to other manufacturers with equal or better movements. Even revolutionary movements like GS spring drive! Fascinating Hobby.

  • @jeffersonexotic2486
    @jeffersonexotic2486 23 дня назад +35

    Hi, I’m enjoying this series of videos offering a view into the world of authorized dealers. Please keep the stories coming. 👍

  • @billyjack5957
    @billyjack5957 19 часов назад +1

    I was born and raised on Oahu our family were family friends with a local AD and my Father was heavy into Rolex this was in the early 80's into the 90's back then blank papers were the norm and a stainless Daytona was under 3,500 in 88 simpler times. Back then the Japanese tourists wanted every Rolex they could get.

  • @tizombie
    @tizombie 23 дня назад +25

    Thank you for sharing you experiences working for an AD. Very educational.

  • @mik3ymomo
    @mik3ymomo 22 дня назад +5

    I always enjoy hearing the inside info on how the business model works. I agree. Upper middle class are buying most of these watches.

  • @Elliott23232323
    @Elliott23232323 22 дня назад +7

    thank you for your honesty, great insight into the Rolex marketing machine

  • @drjonathanrama
    @drjonathanrama 14 дней назад +6

    I needed this video for the last bit “those wanting to look rich”. That put it in perspective for me - why do I really want this?

  • @Veagle1319
    @Veagle1319 20 дней назад +8

    I have 5 Rolex..2 gifts from my parents: wedding and medical degree, other 3 got myself from same AD for life accomplishments. Before Covid hype, it was somewhat easy, the first Rolex 2009 parents got $700 discount,,, 😅.. still have the receipt. Strangely, now it seems more rewarding, more genuine, the waiting, the journey, the Internet scrolling of the time piece you want, then getting that call from AD… memory 💯.. for me, nothing else but the Crown for sentimental value. the high quality craftsmanship and timeless design is just unmatched. Continue to keep in touch with your AD, and be realistic with your request, be patient, you’ll get the call. Cheers! Great video.

  • @user-ok3yt6yu4u
    @user-ok3yt6yu4u 18 дней назад +7

    Thank you for sharing. I got my two Rolex watches back in the early 2000's, when you could still get a nice Rolex from an honest seller and forged a long life relationship.
    Day-Date and SS Submariner. I keep things simple as I'm not seeking validation.

  • @PhillipBriscoe27
    @PhillipBriscoe27 21 день назад +27

    It’s so frustrating to be a fan of Rolex. I went into my AD three years ago for a submariner date and/or Daytona and after the three years was up, I still didn’t have one. The sales lady I initially met with never helped me and then retired. Now I’m told I have to start the whole process over again. I’ve never wanted to spend $15k+ more in my life. For the first time I’m considering moving away from the brand.

    • @rayneuy3273
      @rayneuy3273 21 день назад +1

      Wow, three years is a long time.

    • @user-cx9bk3ym5n
      @user-cx9bk3ym5n 20 дней назад +3

      Literally got a Wimbledon 41 jubilee from my AD 5 months after meeting them. After I bought that I waited 7 months went there to look at jewelry. Told the sales person I had the money in a special account for the blue two tone sub. 7 minutes after I left they called me back to sell me the watch.

    • @user-cx9bk3ym5n
      @user-cx9bk3ym5n 20 дней назад +1

      Try going to a different ad , I had a terrible experience with one in Tampa Florida. Then moved to Colorado they hook it up out here!

    • @210033032
      @210033032 20 дней назад +2

      Spent 2 years on the wait list for my GMT Master 2 in Tulsa OK before I hit the call last November.

    • @avarmauk
      @avarmauk 19 дней назад +3

      It’s frustrating I know. It’s why so many are moving away from Rolex. I ended up buying my Pepsi from a grey market reseller and paid a hefty premium. I justified it because I got a huge bonus at work, but really it left a sour taste in my mouth. But it’s a treasured watch of mine and I’ll never part with it. I bought it around the birth of my son and one day it will be his. But 🤫 don’t tell him 😂
      I also have two Tudors and I feel I’ll probably buy more Tudor and not Rolex in the future. They have a similar feel albeit inferior in quality, and but enjoy wearing them.

  • @VMIyanks04
    @VMIyanks04 18 дней назад +1

    Thank you for sharing your experiences! Very helpful!

  • @kevinchan8836
    @kevinchan8836 19 дней назад +2

    Thanks very much for sharing your experiences! Very useful.

  • @crazedgreek
    @crazedgreek 23 дня назад +53

    That line at the end the upper middle class want it to look at themselves in the mirror and show their friends, that hit home thank you

    • @Ross-fo2vw
      @Ross-fo2vw 10 дней назад +2

      lol Rolex isn't a brand to look rich. the super rich wear hand crafted pieces from the holy trinity/independent or just don't care. Rolex is mostly tied to an achievement in my opinion. Oh I finally got a job promotion I always wanted. 10 years sober, my kid was born, I finally run my own company so it makes sense it's middleclass/upper class. Its a do it all watch that's a reward for success. I believe that's how Rolex always marketed. That's not to say there aren't people who strictly do that to appear "successful" and don't know movements or models etc. People do be crazy and you would def know better so i'll take your word lol.

    • @UrbanEric
      @UrbanEric 5 дней назад

      @@Ross-fo2vw The super rich don't wear watches. If they do, it's a $30 casio, $300 garmin running watch, or $500 Apple watch that monitors their blood pressure. They have 2 or 3 personal assistants to tell them what time it is.

  • @DecemberNames
    @DecemberNames 22 дня назад +10

    super interesting, thx for sharing.

  • @stevethompson7910
    @stevethompson7910 22 дня назад +2

    Great videos, thanks braddah! 🤙🏼

  • @SM-od2jh
    @SM-od2jh 11 дней назад +2

    Good information

  • @mattbrown2701
    @mattbrown2701 5 дней назад +1

    Interesting thanks for sharing

  • @erichwlim
    @erichwlim 22 дня назад +1

    Thanks so much for sharing the information. I learned a lot. Cheers!

  • @Stanza21588
    @Stanza21588 15 дней назад +5

    Yeah…….. I’m a truck driver at the post office and I did not “wanna look rich” lol It’s people out here who just love to wear good and/or great quality watches, who treat themselves after certain successes, who are collectors. Not to take it there but as a black man from an urban area most of us aren’t left with homes, jewelry, furs, designer bags, shoot most of us don’t even have insurance policies. It’s definitely people who do it the right way.

  • @Odat
    @Odat 18 дней назад +5

    Thanks for the video. I deal with many wealthy people in real estate and I would say almost most wear Rolexes with the occasional AP or Patek. Everyone buys Rolex…middle class, upper middle class and rich. They are timeless and appeal to everyone.

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  18 дней назад +4

      Ok thanks. I could only share my experience at my location.

    • @ssing7113
      @ssing7113 9 дней назад +1

      Exactly. People thinking every class does this or that.
      There’s poor who wear them to the Uber wealthy… I mean some sell for $90k. That’s not an average joes watch. That’s a top baller who just wanted to to add to his collection
      I wish people who stop trying to categorize people. I’m rich and I buy rich ass things 😂. I know other rich people who buy target and ones who have 40 million yachts…. There is no one size fits all………….

  • @raydollerz
    @raydollerz 21 день назад +2

    Exhibition are sold as brand new pieces as well and sometimes converted to walk in purchase pieces. Along with sometimes being allocated to fullfill request.

  • @viktrancestudio6398
    @viktrancestudio6398 14 дней назад +4

    Love the ending. Something I which I knew all along. Most people who buy these watches are the ones who can barely afford them. No different than departmental store employees saving up to buy a Louis Vuitton bag with their annual savings at the end of the year

  • @kofiofosu9051
    @kofiofosu9051 2 дня назад +2

    I used to feel lucky to get a Rolex at retail. I now buy much cheaper watches that I enjoy even more because they’re less stressful to obtain and afford.

  • @judywelch5387
    @judywelch5387 17 дней назад +3

    Love these keep them coming !

  • @CeeJay591
    @CeeJay591 День назад +1

    Thanks for posting this follow-up - while you provide a lot of great information I think the best tip I heard was when you described the typical Rolex buyer - someone who really isn’t that rich but wants to impress his friends and look rich. This is what makes Rolex so popular - sure it’s a good watch but is it really so much better than other brands? Safe to say it isn’t, but that doesn’t matter to the typical Rolex buyer who doesn’t know anything about movements or to how operate or take care of his watch. He just cares about his rich he looks with it.

  • @gregoryenright4544
    @gregoryenright4544 22 дня назад +2

    Great help

  • @bottomoftheglass
    @bottomoftheglass 22 дня назад +19

    Astonishing to hear they're paying so little in such an expensive area and doing that kind of volume. I work at an AD in a suburban area and sold just over $900k last year. I've been there 3 years and made just about $60k

    • @KaayJaay
      @KaayJaay 20 дней назад

      Thanks for sharing

    • @tosinn364
      @tosinn364 19 дней назад

      No way you guys make 60k. That’s sounds so unbelievable

    • @bottomoftheglass
      @bottomoftheglass 19 дней назад

      @@tosinn364 I know of a store 45min away that supposedly pays a bit more, but I'm currently less than 5min away from work. I like my schedule as well. It's not worth leaving. Also 60k where I live isn't a bad wage. My wife makes about the same and we're by no means loaded but we don't really worry about bills and have a comfortable life.
      This job just makes me look rich because I've got tens of thousands of dollars in jewelry, but most of that I got for free.

    • @VectorSearch
      @VectorSearch 18 дней назад +1

      60k seems very low

    • @bottomoftheglass
      @bottomoftheglass 18 дней назад +2

      @@VectorSearch The only other jewelry store in the general area that would be worth working at and pay more would be 45min away. I'm currently about 5min away and have a good schedule. It's not worth it. I'm in an area where that's a descent wage. My wife makes about the same, and we're by no means loaded but we don't worry about bills and live comfortably. The tens of thousands of dollars I've accumulated in jewelry make me look rich, but most of it was free.

  • @beardog1963
    @beardog1963 17 дней назад +3

    Great Video! I watched your Part 1 video and decided to take your advice! Our 30th wedding anniversary was coming up and we decided to visit our local AD. It worked! I was offered a DateJust to purchase! I think the keys are to be a nice guy, be sincere with your intentions and treat your sales associate with respect. Thanks again for the fine video.

  • @cjsmith8319
    @cjsmith8319 8 дней назад +2

    I must be an exception to the rule. I walked in to my local AD and had no purchase history. I talked to the salesperson and they asked why I was in the store. I told them that I had been saving up for years to buy my first Rolex. Walked out with my first luxury watch.
    Probably won’t be getting another one anytime soon, but I had no idea that it was THIS bad.

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  8 дней назад +1

      Congratulations

    • @cjsmith8319
      @cjsmith8319 8 дней назад +1

      @@hawaiihardy7285 Thank you very much. I loved listening to your videos.

  • @WatchTrader-REI-Acquisitions
    @WatchTrader-REI-Acquisitions 18 дней назад +1

    Thank you for sharing!

  • @emmanuelrodriguez5044
    @emmanuelrodriguez5044 22 дня назад +2

    Great video!!! Thanks for sharing, you have a new subscriber 👌

  • @RB-jw8ff
    @RB-jw8ff 22 дня назад +12

    The last thing you said will really stick with me. Middle class people are buying and aspiring to this brand. This is also consistent with the comments on your first video.
    The only thing affluent consumers really care about is differentiating themselves from the middle class. Even if that means not caring at all. Rolex is a middle class brand.

    • @g43654
      @g43654 19 дней назад

      Yup, it's affordable luxury. Rich people start out with Patek, VC, AP or Richard Mille.

    • @connerregan9481
      @connerregan9481 14 дней назад +2

      Nothing wrong with being middle-class. Middle-class in America can mean that you are very successful.

    • @bikeman123
      @bikeman123 9 дней назад

      That's why the rich waste their money on RM.

    • @UrbanEric
      @UrbanEric 5 дней назад

      @@g43654 Real rich people buy books, stocks, and rental properties and drive 10 year old cars. Nothing you would ever notice. People trying to look rich buy watches or jewelry.

  • @rayneuy3273
    @rayneuy3273 21 день назад +2

    Great revealing video, thanks!

  • @logwind
    @logwind 4 дня назад +2

    Appreciate your honesty man! Interesting stuff.

  • @eduardovalentin1866
    @eduardovalentin1866 23 дня назад +3

    First time listening to your RUclips channels.👍🏻

  • @petewilson2314
    @petewilson2314 21 день назад +1

    Thanks so much for the insider info, explains a lot about the whole process

  • @gertdevries7192
    @gertdevries7192 18 дней назад +3

    Aloha from the Netherlands! Thanks for your insight. As a half century long watch collector I can state you hit the bell. I collect for the movement, the complication or sheer simple quality. When I tell people I collect, 90% will ask the question “do you own a Rolex?” It is the myth around the brand that owning a Rolex means you’re rich. Not for nothing it is the most replicated brand.

  • @OngoGablogian185
    @OngoGablogian185 6 дней назад +3

    The fact that they hold it against customers if they find themselves not in a position to buy a particular watch is disgraceful. Making people fly in to buy it or they get black-listed. Should be punishable.

  • @retiredslo
    @retiredslo 23 дня назад +11

    Was just in Vegas for a friend's B day. Walked into an AD on Sat morning as they unlocked the door and to my amazement a nice shiny Sky-Dweller in case for sale! I snagged it immediately.

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  23 дня назад +3

      Lucky Saturday. Congratulations

    • @retiredslo
      @retiredslo 23 дня назад +5

      @@hawaiihardy7285 Appreciate the video. Don’t agree about the statement that top 1% don’t buy Rolex. They do, they just also buy AP and P. Or they don’t buy watches at all. But I’m in LA so everyone is showboating, even the 1% haha.

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  23 дня назад +5

      @@retiredslo agree , yes of course in LA it’s different. Thank you 😊

    • @closer71
      @closer71 22 дня назад +3

      @@hawaiihardy7285 Its different in a LOT of places. Not just L.A. Look at Miami, Los Cabos, etc. Typical Americans never think about anything outside their own country. MOST of the Rolex watches in the world are located outside the United States...

    • @BLdontM
      @BLdontM 19 дней назад +2

      @@closer71 That's because the world revolves around the US and is the number 2 market for these things.

  • @yourbeardisnice
    @yourbeardisnice 11 дней назад +1

    Great example of 'you want what you can't have'
    Rolex does a fabulous job of creating demand through scarcity. Everything is perception. Love it

  • @SomeoneSmarter
    @SomeoneSmarter 22 дня назад +4

    Thank you so much for sharing your insights into Rolex ADs. There are lots of us wanna be customers with the cash waiting to buy a dream Rolex watch but we are getting increasingly frustrated with how they play games with us.

    • @sstanforddpt
      @sstanforddpt 6 дней назад

      What would you suggest they do?
      It sucks I can't go buy what I want, but there's excessive demand that wasn't there 3 years ago.

  • @MAV511
    @MAV511 23 дня назад +17

    Mind you, there are a lot of butlers around the world who are wearing Rolex watches, just as a little Christmas gift from their bosses.

  • @rolex517
    @rolex517 19 дней назад +3

    I waited over two years to get a Sprite GMT, I stopped in usually every month and tagged the AD a few times over the years. Don’t give a list of watches you want, find the watch you really really want and laser focus on that. I wear the Sprite every day, they are great quality watches and I use it every day.

  • @toshitominaga3911
    @toshitominaga3911 День назад +1

    It's a silly game to play to get high-end watches. I don't play it as I'd rather spend time more effectively. However, thanks to the little market you can usually make money when you want to sell a unit later. That's definitely a plus!

  • @demmolitionman9244
    @demmolitionman9244 20 дней назад +2

    Thanks for the video it was very informative. I did go to an AD and talked with a rep and currently stay in touch with her. I have always seen and heard of the brand and now at 70 I'm able to afford the watch I want and I have the means, and so I am waiting for a Day Date that I want. I just purchased a Classic 1926 Tudor and love it and I may go back and get the 2024 Black Bay or GMT..from the rep
    I'm dealing with .

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  20 дней назад +2

      Awesome thank you for sharing. Tudor is excellent. Good luck

  • @Greektourguide
    @Greektourguide 20 дней назад +3

    Very interesting videos! I live in Canada and there are 3 Rolex ADs near me. They all sell other brands and jewelry. One of the ADs took my info down a couple of years ago on an iPad but never contacted me. At another AD I managed to buy a stainless steel Datejust with no purchase history 3 years ago. I then bought a pen and a women’s necklace. When I went back last year they offered me a Yachtmaster 40 blue dial which I bought. Both of these ADs told me it helps when you buy other brands and items. I think it also helps if you walk in wearing a nice watch as it can start a conversation with the sales rep and show you are a collector.

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  20 дней назад +2

      Awesome congratulations. Thank you for sharing

    • @davyrao
      @davyrao 17 дней назад +1

      they wont sell you rolex until you have spend some money on other things

    • @Greektourguide
      @Greektourguide 17 дней назад +1

      @@davyraoa few years ago that wasn’t the case but now yes. When I bought my 1st Rolex you could walk in and buy a Datejust 41 or 36 and maybe a less desired two tone sports model

  • @PTCMan
    @PTCMan 22 дня назад +3

    Thanks for the insights & mahalo! As an enthusiast, I’ve been lucky enough to have been offered a few Rolex watches over the years, and they are incredible pieces, but the Rolex AD games are so frustrating. There’s so many other great brands out there like Omega, Grand Seiko, & JLC that can be purchased without the hassle. The past few years have me on the verge of moving on from Rolex for good. IMO, many of the AD’s out there have permanently damaged the brand’s reputation. Thanks again for the video!

  • @BN-jk6of
    @BN-jk6of 13 дней назад +3

    Hawaii ADs may be different, but ADs in my area "encourage" you to buy gold/silver to move up the list. The commission on jewelry is much higher, usually like 6%
    Also, agree with you on middle class folks buying Rolex's. The richest people I know, folks that own their own businesses or run public companies all wear Apple watches oddly enough

  • @UrbanEric
    @UrbanEric 5 дней назад +1

    Thank you for sharing these video. Incredibly helpful and insightful. It's like Glassdoor for consumers!

  • @bourbonlover2713
    @bourbonlover2713 23 дня назад +6

    Thank you for sharing the information. It was professional, easy to understand, and your honesty is impressive.

  • @toshitominaga3911
    @toshitominaga3911 День назад +1

    The two billionaires we recently met, both were not wearing watches. But pretty sure they had watch boxes.

  • @suttonmatthew
    @suttonmatthew 3 дня назад +1

    Mahalo for the inside scoop. I used to like visiting the store at Ala Moana. Recently (2024) I am getting a negative vibe from them. I’m,m not going back, although most of the employees are very good at representing the different brands. I see Patek Philippe pulled out, and Casio G-shock has moved in. Brieting just opened a new boutique in Ala Moana too.
    You would think the watch maker on the staff could do repairs, but even that seems to be a point of liability. Minor repairs are refused, and the watches must be shipped to the manufacturer for an overhaul, no matter how minor the actual repair might be. Even to change a watch battery. The luxury wristwatch industry is on a trajectory for hard times.
    The real wealthy or watch aficionado is not going to buy from a retail outlet, and Rolex will not be on the list of desirable watches.

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  3 дня назад +1

      Mahalo for Sharing . Have you tried Ben Bridge at Ala Moana? If not happy there, try Rolex at international market place. Good luck

  • @pa5482
    @pa5482 22 дня назад +3

    Hermes does the same, they want to control the customer. You have to go to the store, cant call and check inventory.

  • @Flights-gq8po
    @Flights-gq8po 18 дней назад +2

    Hi Hardy. Thank you very much for your empathy to all of us out here. I purchased a Yacht Master in a Certified Store in Mexico in 2001 for $7,000. Purchased one 36mm and one ladies at a Jared Jewelry in Florida, (they were closing the store). Paid $8,000 for the date just. As a fool I sold the Yacht and the Date Just for $5,500 and $6,500 respectively and later I realized I acted very foolishly. Now I am looking to buy one but.... I traveled to Singapore Shangi airport but missed the store.

  • @tonyabrego1
    @tonyabrego1 3 дня назад +1

    Value seems to be different from one person to another. You mentioned you had to quit for personal reasons. I pray that whatever that was has closure, peace and healing. Wow thanks for those amazing insights on your journey through the company.

  • @johndaly5782
    @johndaly5782 20 дней назад +2

    Aloha Brother! Great video!

  • @waynoh5229
    @waynoh5229 7 дней назад +1

    I was treated with borderline disrespect by an AD in Vancouver (guessing wrong nationality). While in Toronto I met with a lovely Rolex sales lady in an AD and 8 months later got a call from her for a gorgeous Skydweller. Flew in the next day and was treated like royalty in the store. As great as the SD is, I have a super new friend. Will never forget the wonderful experience in the Toronto.😀

  • @Soloseas
    @Soloseas 22 дня назад +7

    Top 1% don’t give a crap about Rolex. They buy Patek etc. look at the price point, almost anyone that makes decent money can save up for a Rolex if that’s what they wanted. Personally I never even looked into the brand until a friend dragged me into a store. Tried on a few of the sports models and began looking into the history of the brand and got interested. Ended up buying a Sub and GMT. I’m also interested in the explorer 2 one day. I’m far from wealthy and just like the watches. I’m also not someone who tries to look wealthy as I drive a modest car and live in a modest home.

    • @JTMarlin8
      @JTMarlin8 16 дней назад +1

      Plenty of the Top 1% buy Rolex. They just don't fight for stainless subs and GMTs.

  • @sluny1
    @sluny1 22 дня назад +4

    No bundling deals? I think that would make you unique in the industry!

  • @HaCkEr6662k7
    @HaCkEr6662k7 21 день назад +2

    Great follow up. Thank you. I am actually on my way to hopefully get another piece in Hong Kong or Japan. Got lucky twice last time just by being nice and normal.

  • @BANHMIZON
    @BANHMIZON 20 дней назад +48

    I wonder how many people would buy Rolex if they knew they play these stupid games with consumers.

    • @georgen26
      @georgen26 19 дней назад +3

      i left the brand a long time ago, put my name on a list for a few if they call they call. But purchases have moved to others.

    • @tm9184
      @tm9184 19 дней назад +2

      @@georgen26 If only everyone did that.

    • @bradrohrs7748
      @bradrohrs7748 19 дней назад +1

      I got a day date, Call me superficial, but I expected way more compliments on my watch than I got, it really doesn’t get noticed the way I thought it would.

    • @paulvon2378
      @paulvon2378 18 дней назад +3

      I got fed up with my local AD B.S. and passed on Rolex. Mostly paying for the he names anyway

    • @georgen26
      @georgen26 18 дней назад

      @@paulvon2378 agreed, wise minds think alike.

  • @rayhong777
    @rayhong777 17 дней назад +1

    Thanks for the insight!

  • @koreyb99
    @koreyb99 20 дней назад +1

    Great info, appreciate it!

  • @asdf4898
    @asdf4898 17 дней назад +2

    We’re going to Hawaii August, I’ll try to go on the days you’ve said and see if there are available watches to buy. Crossing my fingers

  • @walterrobertson3265
    @walterrobertson3265 22 дня назад +17

    The stupidity of gameplay. Rolex loves to play games and we play into it. Meeting quotas? What do you mean meeting quotes? And then you turn around and say that they’re not able to sell the watches to the public? I feel sorry for the sales reps. And also for the public. I think that Rolex should be blackballed.

  • @Alexander-xq1gr
    @Alexander-xq1gr 22 дня назад +7

    Top 1% does not wear Rolex. Definitely true. Same with all conspicuous "luxury" brands.

    • @g43654
      @g43654 19 дней назад +1

      I'm sure they do, but never in public since most of their watches are 6 figures at least.

  • @proonguice8386
    @proonguice8386 11 дней назад +7

    So the salesperson only makes $100 on a $13,000 watch? That’s crazy

    • @michaellau2544
      @michaellau2544 10 дней назад +1

      Crazy right? Very mean for such a rich charitable company like Rolex

  • @g43654
    @g43654 22 дня назад +17

    I don't want to look rich. I just think Rolex watches are so easy to wear, have a rich history, fun, sparkly, durable and precisely made, which tickle my OCD brain all the right ways. JLC is my other favourite brand.

    • @h-lover7158
      @h-lover7158 21 день назад +2

      Totally agree. And let's not forget about the excellent quality. Have my watch for over 20 years and never had it serviced 😅

    • @petewilson2314
      @petewilson2314 21 день назад +2

      For me it's about the never ending goal of excellence and quality

  • @michaellau2544
    @michaellau2544 10 дней назад +1

    Please do more inside scoops as a ex-Rolex salesman. Very intriguing 🤔

  • @rah5500
    @rah5500 4 дня назад +1

    I've been waiting 3 years for a BLNR with a spend history of $25k. Went in last week and the saleswoman told me I'd have to wait 4 years because i was only added to 'the list' 1 month ago. I went in again a few days later and spoke to a different salesperson and they said that they refresh the lists from time to time but that doesnt mean I fall to the bottom of the list. I added the OP 36mm Tiffany to my list which i was told could take 6 months to a year. Hopefully get a call soon

  • @frankthetank5013
    @frankthetank5013 19 дней назад +4

    My AD got me a submariner in 2019 then It took exactly 3 years to get a Batman.!

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  19 дней назад +3

      Congratulations on 2 great watches . Thank you for sharing

  • @thekoshertourist
    @thekoshertourist 5 дней назад +2

    Exactly what you said...."They want to look rich" the real rich know better 😄

  • @pingu.0211
    @pingu.0211 20 дней назад +2

    Love this content, I'd love to see if you have any tips on how prospective clients can stand out. I really just want one piece as a family heirloom, but have no history with the local AD. Definitely get the sense that the sales folks are tired, and it really sucks as a customer having to try and sell yourself every time you walk through the door. I'm sure the sales folks at the AD feel the same. Would love to know if you could shed light on this topic!

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  20 дней назад +3

      I heard the market is Changing for the better for first time buyers. Depending on your location try Ben Bridge or Airport Locations . If you come in the door and genuinely tell them it’s your dream to own a family heirloom, they will take the time and sit down with you and take your seriously. Compliment the staff, the store , say positive things about Rolex and don’t act pushy and upset , that should work. Good luck .

  • @brianwang7106
    @brianwang7106 18 дней назад +2

    Thank you so much for the nice video! How often you think should I follow up with my sales in AD? Would twice a month be much? Or just a once a month? Thanks!

  • @dannysimenauer5745
    @dannysimenauer5745 10 дней назад +1

    Total honesty from inside the Crown! Much appreciated. Out of curiosity, what does the Account Manager that works for Rolex earn annually? Since the watches literally sell themselves, what is the Account Manager's responsibilities working for Rolex?

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  9 дней назад +2

      Average salary for account managers was 150-175k annually. They would visit frequently, inspect the stores and share training time , new release Information and promotions.

  • @elite4124
    @elite4124 8 дней назад +1

    That’s the most informative video on RUclips

  • @ItsNeverTooHot4Leather
    @ItsNeverTooHot4Leather 2 дня назад +1

    So the customer is basically interviewing and going through a background check just to purchase a product. Rolex has inflated its luxury brand posturing, created artificial demand, restricted supply, and established a dependent psychology for its customers. Horrendous.

  • @BlakeAStoffel
    @BlakeAStoffel 21 день назад +3

    What watch was the most likely for a new owner to get without too much wait? I know in the previous video you said to have a specific model in mind when you go but if you like a few models is there one you should go for first?

  • @aussieexpatwatches
    @aussieexpatwatches 21 день назад +4

    True true. I love your description of the average rolex buyer, lol. 😅

  • @intesaralam2576
    @intesaralam2576 19 дней назад +2

    thank you for your insight! I really enjoyed your video. I'm saving for my first piece. My question is - how much more available do you think the watches are now that prices have gone down?. what is your advice to get a 41 DJ two tone or a yachmaster steel and platinum with grey dial or a no date sub? Thank you!

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  19 дней назад +2

      I heard inventory is way better now. Depends on where you live. DJ 41 and Sub no date should be available, Yachtmaster is very hard to get. Good luck

  • @theladder06
    @theladder06 11 дней назад +1

    Very interesting information given. Absolutely my favorite timepiece, even if I had unlimited funds.

  • @g43654
    @g43654 22 дня назад +2

    Here are my questions: do you get any discount working as a Rolex representative, especially as an assistant manager? Any perks? Can you buy a watch you have been allocated to sell? Who decides which watches you have to sell (from a shipment, does the store manager hands out watches in random)? How do you decide which client to call? Do you have to ask for approval on every sale, even though you have been allocated that watch to sell?

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  22 дня назад +5

      Yes there is an employee discount, however you have to be employed with Rolex for 1 year . I only worked 8 months so I didn’t qualify. Once you passed your 1 year you can put in an order for your favorite Rolex, but then still have to a wait a few more months to get it . Inventory cokes from Rolex , we don’t have major influence of what comes in . However we can order a few special request watches for vip clients . Takes a wile to get them . Approvals get pre screened by the Manager and Then presented to the District manager for final approval. We have so many potential clients that we always sell what little inventory comes in . Good luck

  • @paulmarkbaluyot6762
    @paulmarkbaluyot6762 16 дней назад +2

    The majority of people who are purchasing luxury items are middle class, not all want the attention of looking rich. Mostly like myself are saving hard earned money to purchase a Rolex as treat to oneself, an inspiration that iam at the right pathway to success. Rich people doesn't care because their energy are more focused on becoming more rich, and for some of them, they forgot the joy of saving a hard earned money and purchased something valuable and expensive bec for them in a snap they can have this Rolex

  • @TubeYouDSilvy
    @TubeYouDSilvy 9 дней назад +2

    I would disagree about the characterization of who buys/owns Rolex - however it’s perhaps more subtle.
    To someone fairly wealthy - a $10k submariner is not a big deal - but they may still like the watch because it is rugged, and attractive. And it will last a very long time and can be passed down from one generation to the next.
    To someone making $200k a year, that same submariner will be a huge status symbol.
    The rich person can afford a Nautilus or a Royal Oak - which are generally much more refined than Rolex - but less recognizable to most people.
    But if I’m just going to a bar with my mates or taking kids to playground, I’d probably rather wear the sub or a g-shock, regardless how much money I have. Not trying to impress anyone.
    Not everything is about displaying your wealth. Believe it or not, some people prefer to NOT display their wealth.

  • @dakotaxu4792
    @dakotaxu4792 10 дней назад +1

    WOW! Servers in restaurants typically make $40 in tips per hour not including the hourly wages.

  • @gtotalman
    @gtotalman 21 день назад +12

    That makes Rolex useless to me, what’s the point of making a product that’s not readily available for people who can afford it

    • @nejatia8745
      @nejatia8745 18 дней назад +1

      It’s cause they make a lot of money by having manufactured scarcity.

    • @drpepper3838
      @drpepper3838 2 дня назад

      The point is they still sell 1,5m watches

  • @andrewmunczenski3632
    @andrewmunczenski3632 23 дня назад +2

    i’d like to buy a rolex this year.

  • @messipist
    @messipist 13 дней назад +2

    Great insight, thank you. I agree with everything you said except for the fact that people only buy them to look rich. Not true at all, i tell people my rolex is fake because i don't want them to think i have money 😅

  • @Krrish85
    @Krrish85 21 день назад +2

    Very interesting! Do you think the long waittimes etc are authentic becuase they simply can't produce them fast enough. Or are they knowingly manipulating production to keep supply low?

  • @charlottejet4338
    @charlottejet4338 2 дня назад +1

    They wouldn't let me leave the store with the stickers intact but, they did let me remove them. I'd like a GMT for my next watch. My daily wearer is my two tone rose and steel Yacht Master with the chocolate dial. I didn't buy it to look rich, I bought it because I wanted it. My grandfather and my father were watchmakers, it was a family business in the last century. I guess horology is in my blood. Another watch I want and I rate above Rolex, is a Glashutta PanoMatic Lunar, I want one with a green dial so I can put it on a green Hersh strap.

  • @rockoutkids
    @rockoutkids 20 дней назад +2

    Aloha from Oahu, I live across the street from the Ala Moana location. I own an old omega my pops passed down from me and while I’ll always lust after a nice Daytona, I’m not willing to jump through all these hoops you mentioned. Appreciate the info.

  • @markbolton7561
    @markbolton7561 18 дней назад +2

    I called ahead nearly 3 months in advance a couple years ago, and Alberto at the Whaler's Village store hooked me up while he still there! It made my vacation.
    Who did you sell stainless Daytonas to?

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  18 дней назад +2

      Awesome, Alberto is amazing, he actually got promoted and transferred to California.

  • @alohatraveler
    @alohatraveler 19 дней назад +3

    Appreciate this video. I live on kaua'i and just visited the waikiki rolex store and got put on a wait list for a batman. Did i make a mistake? Curious what you think

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  19 дней назад +2

      Not at all, can't hurt.
      Also, if you have a chance try Ben-bridge at Ala Moana. Good luck

  • @SLCPunch
    @SLCPunch 6 дней назад +1

    Great insight! I’ve been on my AD list for a Submariner for over 2 years with monthly checkins with the salesman and keep getting the “hopefully later this year” regarding the status. Am I low on his priority list? I’ve purchased about $15K in watches from other brands in the past two years so they know I’m a serious buyer. Thanks again!

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  6 дней назад +1

      That sounds way too long for a Submariner. Especially since you have a purchase history. We would get Submariners weekly . Keep trying , good luck

  • @raymondho4821
    @raymondho4821 12 дней назад +2

    regarding the end mentioning the top 1% etc.... i agree they dont wear Rolex like normal people think they would, they wear really expensive watches which not really many people hear about like Parmigiani before it got famous or FP. Rolexes to them are like what G Shocks are to us

  • @off-roadingcars
    @off-roadingcars 18 дней назад +2

    If a person is a legit watch collector (and never flips), how often can one get another Rolex to add to the collection at a high volume store?

    • @hawaiihardy7285
      @hawaiihardy7285  18 дней назад +3

      Typically once a year , maybe once every 8 months, depending on the Model. Good luck

  • @Ryan40272
    @Ryan40272 14 дней назад +2

    One would think the company would come up with better lies. Every day of the week the sales people to you "We dont have any inventory". I told an AD in NY to come up with better line because they couldn't pay their lease if that was the case. Mind you I had a 116500ln on my wrist and was told "no inventory".

    • @eyeheartsushi2212
      @eyeheartsushi2212 11 дней назад

      LOL saying they have no inventory was definitely an outright lie. How did they take your comment to come up with a better line?