BUYING A WAIT-LISTED ROLEX PROFESSIONAL WATCH - MAY BE EASIER THAN YOU THINK! - ROOTBEER 126711CHNR
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- Опубликовано: 24 июл 2024
- In 2020 I decided I would make my official retirement from my life's career with a landmark watch. Sadly I could not financially run to the cliche of a gold watch, but I selected a Rolex GMT Master II (Rootbeer) as my timepiece to mark this major life transition.
Knowing the challenges of purchasing a desirable Rolex watch in the modern era I embarked upon my mission to reduce the Rootbeer into my ownership - this is my story.........
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So, basically i should order one now for my retirement in ten years.
Never expected to see the rootbeer be waitlisted... There was a time when most two tone would just sit in cases without any buyers... You could just walk in and buyit..
I think it is a sign of the times in respect to the explosion of interest in the Rolex brand. Although, I think the interest in bi-metal models is limited to the big three (Daytona, Submariner & GMT).
@@TheChapsGuide Congrats on getting the hard to get Root Beer and a enjoy it well!!
Enjoyed that, nice story. Have a happy and healthy retirement and enjoy the GMT.
Thank you sir
That's a fascinating story...and wonderfully told! Congratulations on your retirement! The GMT Root Beer is such an elegant watch...just timeless beauty.
Congratulations and incredible story. I too personally experienced only a 2 week wait for an incredibly hot watch for the precise reason of having a once in a lifetime event to celebrate.
A beautiful thing. Enjoy in good health. Hard earned - well deserved.
Great story! Well done, and congratulations on both your retirement and your new Rolex! I was very moved by your story, not only from your personal perspective, but reaffirming that there are some very honest and pleasant ADs around. I had occasion, finally, to see one of these Root Beer in real life, after two years. I was absolutely blown away with the watch. It was at a non-Rolex AD, however, pre owned and at quite a premium. But it did cause me to go straight to my local AD and put myself on the wait list, with whom I have a great history and rapport as well. Mind you, they are a family owned business here in Western Canada, so of course the volume of watches is not nearly as great as in your situation. Nevertheless, I am prepared to be patient, and I figure the longer I wait the more I will appreciate the watch. I did manage to get a Submariner stainless steel last year in just over a month, so perhaps there is hope! I recently turned 71, so I would like to get at least a few years' enjoyment out of the watch! :) Anyway, again I say well done and well deserved and thanks for your great review! Cheers, Carl
I am really enjoying the RB at the moment (I'm wearing it right now). It has lived up to my expectations and even surpassed it a little. Its very similar to a Sub in so many ways and they are strikingly similar to wear, but the gold does offer a touch of class and individuality in this age of fascination with steel watches. Good luck with your wait - I hope it will be short!
Enjoy your retirement. I retired (early) several years back, I recommend it ;-) I've owed a Rolex since 1986 . Look after it and it will serve you well.
Well said!
May I ask what model Rolex do you own
DJ36 in SS with blue dial, Sub (no date) Tudor GMT and the Root Beer GMT
I fell in love with this same watch two years ago and wanted it as a retirement gift to myself. I put my name on a wait list and was told it would be about 6-12 month wait. I was retiring 9 months later so the timing would have been perfect. Just less than a month after having my name on the list I got the call to pick it up. It is one of the best gifts that I ever gave myself:) I absolutely love it! Congrats on yours and your retirement!!
I'm wearing it right now and still enjoying it every day. In fact, it has fully converted me to being a gold watch fan.
Congrats on the root beer, and thank you for sharing your AD story. I also bought my first Rolex recently from an AD (currently the very in-demand yellow dial Oyster Perpetual 36mm) after a relatively short wait, but my story is a bit different.
I have a purchase history with my Rolex AD over three years, albeit with non-Rolex brands (TAG, Tutor, JLC and some accessories). I have tried on multiple Rolexes with them, some sport models, some DJs and OPs but never pulled the trigger. Something always felt a bit off with whichever model I tried. So the AD knew I just needed to find the right watch, and I'm not a flipper. Throughout these years, I would keep in touch with my sales rep. I'd text her when there was a shooting incident at the mall she works at; I asked her if she's ok during the Covid lockdown and she was on furlough. You know, just being a decent person and spreading some care. Then Rolex unveiled their 2020 releases, and I loved the yellow dial OP. I texted my rep to tell her this is the first Rolex that I want, and she knew this time I'm serious. She couldn't commit to how long my wait will be, but low and behold, I got the call after a 6-week wait. Quite happy to have finally gotten my first Rolex after having experienced a lot of other brands.
Congrats on that new OP, I very much like the new colours and particularly like the fact that they are all available in the 36mm (my preferred classic size for dressy watches). Your route to your purchase is a great example of building a positive relationship with an AD and then resulting in a watch of distinction. I hope you enjoy that beautiful watch is excellent health - best regards, Ash
I feel that your channel is growing at a comparatively faster rate...keep up the wonderful work...good luck for future efforts...great content and narration
So nice of you
Congrats and wonderful story. Enjoy your new timepiece. I am also impressed that you went and answered all these comments.
Its all part of the fun for me - watch is going well so far. Best regards
I just got the new cermit submariner, my first rolex and absolutely love it. I also like the idea (and try to enforce it myself) that watch purchases should mark life milestones/achievements, this gives the watch a element of sentimentality.
Loved the video BTW - subscribed!
Glad to have you aboard and congrats on that new watch. I have the 2019 model Sub, which I must admit, is my favourite watch of all time, simply because it's so tough. I've often explained my love of the sub by saying that, if there was a zombie apocalypse and I had to grab one watch to help me survive - it would have to be the Sub. So, I hope you enjoy your Sub journey - as I know you will!!
Nice. What purchase history do you have?
Just a brietling super ocean heritage 2, I did know the AD on the personal level though so no doubt that helped
I just bought this watch a month ago....Halloween to be exact. I purchased it from a smaller AD, similar to the one you initially described that only received between 3 to 4 Rootbeers a year. They knew I was a watch fan and not a flipper since I have purchased 2 other watches from them going back to August of 2019. I had to wait 5 months for mine, but finally got it and am super happy with it! Enjoy yours and thanks for the video! Looking forward to your review.
Great to hear you are enjoying your RB also - its quite a watch!!
Terrific video. I have contemplated purchasing a Rolex Submariner on several occasions. I am not a watch collector, but have owned some Tag Heuer and Tutima watches and currently wear a Tag Aquaracer as my daily watch. Congrats on your retirement!
The Sub is an amazing watch and good for just about any situation - just asj James Bond. Best regards.
Exactly correct Sir, I never owned a Rolex called my AD in August asking about an Explorer, Made an appointment to meet and in October they had one for me. I then asked about the new Submariner and the next month had one. I merely created a relationship and advised that I was intending to pass these on to my daughter. Congrats and nice piece!
Thank you for your comments - sounds like you have a nice little collection there sir. Enjoy them in god health.
Congratulations! I think it’s a great watch and unique too which isn’t something one can always say about a Rolex!
Couldn't agree more!
@@TheChapsGuide I am looking for a gmt Pepsi or the Batman but considering the wait is so long and not sure if i will get be able to get one do u suggest getting the Tudor gmt instead? Or so you think I will regret it and feel like I always missed out?
I would not suggest the Tudor instead of the Rolex GMT, they are very different animals and do not compare very well. I have both and the Tudor is a big beast of a watch, big, chunky and enigmatic. The Rolex is definitely more dressy and wearable with a wider range of attire. I would wait out for the Rolex if that is your desire, they are becoming a little more accessible now (thanks to CV19) and the period of 'hotness' of the Pepsi and Batgirl will soon cool off. The Tudor is a great watch, in fact, I only filmed an update review video yesterday and I love it - but it is very different to the Rolex (and a lot cheaper too).
Congratulations! a lovely piece. Just found your channel really enjoying the videos.
Welcome aboard!
Nice.. I waited a year for my ROOT BEER. It sounds like having a good purchase history, a genuine interest and a bit good timing paid off!
I'm really enjoying my RB and hope yours is going well too. I think being polite and personable, whilst displaying a strong interest in watches helps more than most people think. The sales agents are just human at the end of the day and will react to good manners and a humble attitude.
I was offered a root beer by an AD I had absolutely no relationship with not more than a month after it’s release I decided to pass because it’s not really my style point being I have no idea what peoples problem with AD’s are my experiences have always been wonderful, maybe because I’ve never approached them as entitled and showed genuine interest, you’d be surprised how far a bit of respect and a smile can get you. By the way after passing on the root beer the Ad asked what I preferred I said a steel sub less than a week later I got a call and I’ve had my sub ever sense.
These are the stories I love - you’ve earned it. 👍🏻👍🏼👍🏽👍🏾👍🏿
Well I’m still on the what is now called “preferred client list” with my local two tone Datejust dealer (Goldsmith’s) and despite having bought an Oyster Perpetual from them in the last 3 years i have waited 18 months for a submariner.lols
Congratulations on your choice Ash and your retirement, your over a thousand subs now and I’m sure your channel will blow up further as it deserves to. I’m a little surprised why you didn’t go for a dress watch on a leather strap as i think it would really compliment your outfits and be sufficiently different to your sub. Still a shrewd buy though with the potential to rise in value especially as you bought at list.
I generally wear my DJ36 as a dress watch, but I would love to add a JLC Reverso to my colle ction at some point (lottery win required). Good luck with that wait for a sub, things are looking up for the folks on the list who still have access to funds - may be worth checking in with your AD to consolidate your interest - keeps them on their toes/
Nonsense
Ash, great watch. Love it. You my good chap have a great watch collection. Excellent taste, cool watches. Very happy for you. You’ve given me the idea to start saving money to buy a very special watch when I retire. Love the story of dressing smart and knowing you were going to meet the store manager in advance. Very well planned. Thank you.
If you cant treat yourself to a nice watch when you retire - when can you ever do it!!
For someone saving up for a looking into how to aquire my first Rolex, this was a really nice video Ash. I like your new watch by the way.
Glad it was helpful!
Well done, the GMT root beer is two tone and generally more available, Batman or Pepsi would likely have taken quite a bit longer.
I bought my first Rolex in September. I contacted about 25 ADs in my area and also further away and was able to pick up an Explorer within a week.😁
You deserve that prize for displaying such amazing perseverance - congrats on the new watch - hope you're enjoying it!
Very nice watch and good to hear what actually goes on behind the scenes a bit with AD's
Thank you - its all a bit of a dance, but eventually it will end well.
I also have this timepiece and will be passed down to my sons. This timepiece gets so much attention from watch enthusiasts and i always get compliments on it.
I've really enjoyed mine so far, it's a fine watch and just enough bling for me. A perfect balance!
Congrats and wear it in good health in your retirement! 🍻
Beautiful watch. Wear it every day! I’ve found the ADs in airports are usually sister stores to local downtown ADs and rarely have any of the waitlisted watches as they stay downtown and go to their preferred customers. Also, the VAT or tax savings can be done at any downtown AD just like at the airport. COVID has twisted the market somewhat, and yet I’ve been surprised to see the demand and scarcity continue. Absolutely beautiful watch. Congrats on your retirement!
Loving it so far - best regards
I own the Root beer CHNR 126711 myself and I got to say that it is the most beautiful Rolex's around. I don't understand why the SS Pepsi is so hyped up as it doesn't come close to the majestic beauty of the Root Beer. Congrats on your purchase and retirement. Cheers from Seattle.
Many thanks - I absolutely agree, I think the rose gold adds a dimension to the Rootbeer that is lacking in the more clinical look of the SS models - Seattle is one of my favourite US cities, last visited 10-years ago, but hope to return soon.
Comparing the two side by side and the 126711 wins in my opinion. Something that isn't immediately obvious until u hold both in your hand is the lovely balanced heft of the 126711
I’ve bought an OP, a sub date, a Speedmaster and an Explorer from my AD all in the last 2 years and still didn’t get the call for a hulk after 18months waiting. You got a lucky break, so congratulations- but it’s certainly not a common happening . Generally you need to have spent 6 figures or more to get the really hot stuff. ✌🏼
I think I was lucky, although the global situation definitely played into my favour. Shame about the Hulk, I'm not so keen on the new green bezel Sub, it just doesn't have the charisma of the Hulk, its a pale imitation - can't fathom why it was discontinued!
Exact same experience, expressed interest (first over the phone and then in person) in a watch for my son’s graduation. I was called within ~ four months.
Excellent - what a wonderful graduation gift, I'm sure he was thrilled,.
Congratulations on you retirement and that lovely timepiece. I was originally considering purchasing a Grand Seiko, but having seen your two videos on Rolex sports watches I think I might stretch the budget and treat myself to a Submariner.
I have to say that would be a great choice. I have often considered the hypothesis - if I could only have one watch for the rest of my life, which would it be? - undoubtedly it would be the Submariner! Rugged, timeless, wearable with anything (even tuxedo - thanks James Bond) and utterly, utterly bombproof in all respects. I don't think you need ever look for anything else in a watch - in fact - I'm wearing one now!
- As regards to budget - just remember, as soon as you buy it (from an AD) its actually worth more money than you just paid for it! - a good argument to have with the budget holder (wife).
Congratulations on your retirement and beautiful time piece! Cheers 🍻
Thank you! Cheers!
Good morning! Not a comment but a question if may Sir. I am a proud owner of a Bristling watch. Now I need information on which service to use to find a replacement bracelet and to change a battery inside. Would you have any reliable service/ shop to use? Thank you for your help as always!!! Ivan
Congratulations..I also walked in an Ad last week to put my name on wait list for the new OP 41..told salesperson the story of me selling my Rolex 35 years ago which was a gift from my wife and that I had always regretted that..ask him the wait time..he said he would go check..he came back with my new silver dial OP 41 at MSRP.. My lucky day..merry Christmas to me..
It goes to show that a human connection can go. along way when sourcing one of the more desirable units from Rolex. I hope you really enjoy your new watch and treasure it always.
Remember when the root beer was in the ad display couple years ago , now resale is going up 👀 , got my batman oyster and sub for retail from ad
Great story, enjoy your retirement and the watch!
Thanks, will do!
My observation in my local AD is that any person walking in off the street gets ‘put on a mythical wait list’ while others who have a history (doesn’t seem to matter how much you spend for my AD at least) of purchasing puts you into a position to have special occasion watches get you a call. Many of these hot watches are in the vault of the store, and the AD selects who gets it and who doesn’t simply due to demand. Crazy times but I get it. Right now there are hundreds and hundreds of Pepsi’s on Chrono from flippers. A small % of those sell but otherwise they sit. It’s really sad actually.
I agree, any so-called desirable watch begins its own environment of buying and hoarding by the people who never actually wear them. I'm not too big a fan of the pepsi anymore, I used to like it, but the hype and market factors killed any interest I had (I also had a Tudor GMT pepsi which sated my hunger). I wonder how long it will be before the next zeitgeist watch appears and the pepsi becomes yesterday's watch?
The Chap's Guide great question. I still like the Pepsi personally, but I believe it’s only due to the historical significance of the colorway, nothing else. I’m trying really hard to not be a fan boy of Rolex but feel the pressure deviating to other brands simply because of the value retention. I feel REALLY good when I walk out of an AD and k ow the watch on my wrist didn’t just lose 15, 20, 30, or even 40% of its value even if I never intended to sell it. The Pepsi craze won’t die down anytime soon however, multi-year orders are being fulfilled and over time (1-3 years) we may see things begin to normalize economically where interests shift elsewhere in the Rolex catalog or other brands, maybe. Who knows, I’d still like my Pepsi!
Congratulations! I got my Pepsi 2 days ago after 2.5 years on the waiting list.Now I'm on the list again for a Submariner LB, let's see if it will be quicker
Well done - wear it in the best of health.
I’m in the exact same position as yourself. I’d resigned myself to buying second hand and paying above retail, but I’ll give my AD a go. I bought my wife a Rolex from them, so fingers crossed!
I'd definitely give it a go - my unexpected success took me by surprise, but I imagine situations like these must be more and more common. Since making this video, I have been contacted my the original store (the one that quoted me a 3-4 year wait) to tell me that they had a Rootbeer coming into stock for me (a wait of 2-months from my initial enquiry). I declined obviously, but it does show that the watch situation has become extremely fluid.
I’m on the list for GMT Master II with Mayors aka Watches of Switzerland here in FLA USA. I was told it would be at least a year, but Rolex ARE coming in more steadily now., but no telling which models. I’ve purchased several watches from them over past few years, as well as jewelry, so I trust their estimate. In the interim I picked up their last Tudor GMT yesterday and LOVE IT! Maybe forgo the Green Box? Nah, if I et the call I make the purchase 🤣. GREAT CHANNEL, my friend ✌️ 🇬🇧 🇺🇸
Congratulations!!! A lovely watch! A Pepsi in SS is still one of my dream watches.
The pepsi in SS in a grail for many!
I found out about this interesting video on Paul Thorpe’s channel😊 Rolex ADs are now (according to reports I have heard from several sources) now operating a preferred client model rather than waiting lists. It isn‘t clear exactly what tests they apply, but a person’s age, dress, and the watches he already owns very likely come into it? What they are ultra-keen to do is to weed out the track-suited spivs who are buying a steel Rolex watch on Monday and flipping it for a quick profit on Tuesday. Conversely they don’t want the right kind of buyer to have to wait a vast period of time. In your case the new system obviously worked - so kudos to Rolex, I guess!✌️
Some excellent points in your comments and I think you have hit the nail on the head.
By far my favourite Rolex. Congratulations and many thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Very elegant, a fine-looking watch. I was going to say how much I looked forward to your thoughts once you've given it a good thrashing, but then noticed the video was recorded in 2020. Haha!
If you're ever stuck for ideas Ash, perhaps you could update some of your very early, more 'chap basics', work for us latecomers. I've seen other RUclipsrs do such.
Glad you enjoyed it
Well done! And congrats on your retirement.
Thank you!
Very nice quality watch model and nice to mark a milestone with something you like. My thing is vintage 1960s, so a totally different story.
Thank you - I've not ventured into vintage as yet - best regards
Great video , newly subscribed to your channel , nice content. I retired in 2018 from a very operational occupation and that was my leaving present to myself a new Rolex Sub date , superb watch , keep your videos coming .
Welcome aboard! 1-week into my retirement and i'm loving it. Sadly it will not last long, as I have accepted another job offer in a similar profession. But I look forward to a less stressful and life-consuming future ahead.
@@TheChapsGuide
I retired took 3 weeks leave and began another job as a delivery driver for a local VW dealer in my area. Colleagues said to me give yourself time to adjust but I thought it was the right move . I gave it 16 months and moved on to a part time role . The tax I was paying at BR was the main reason, I was working when I worked it out for very little an hour . Good luck with retirement I highly recommend it .
I bought a Rolex OP 114200 for my wife at the end of august then put my name down on a 124300 in turquoise a month later and now I have it on my wrist could not believe that I managed to get one as the resell price is double. I believe that I came over to the AD as a watch lover having owned my omega seamaster since new from 1997 and passing my watches down to my son. All the best with the new watch
I like those brightly tinted OP models, they bring a long needed element of fun to the Rolex catalogue. The turquoise model is quite the star of the line-up too - many congrats on your new purchase.
Congrats on the beautiful watch and the retirement! Great taste in wrist wear!
Thank you kindly!
Interesting video. Here in Singapore ADs appear to have no stock of anything desirable, nor knowledge of when anything is expected to arrive so I've resorted to the grey market locally and in Hong Kong to buy DJ41 blue Dial and Submariner Starbucks in the last 2 months. Fascinating to see that your local AD couldn't help you despite your purchase history but Goldsmiths could.. beautiful watch you chose and I guess quite a lot easier to get at MRSP than a Pepsi.
Thank you for your comments - the GMT is performing well and I am delighted with the watch to date. I think the whole Pepsi market has gone a little nuts of late and will continue to do so for some time. Much as I like a GMT (I have a few in my collection), I would never get sucked into the very clever marketing of Rolex and buy any presently available watch for more than MSRP. Whilst nice, these are not remarkable timepieces and I consider them to be somewhat overpriced for the engineering at MSRP. I must say I dom like the look of the new Sub green, perhaps less so than the Hulk version, but its a really nice watch indeed - enjoy it in good health.
You got lucky!
I started collecting watches and now have 3 Rolex, rootbeer, hulk, both bought on grey market and I have just started a relationship with an local ad and just got my first watch a two tone bluesy, I now have to get a datejust and that will unlock a Pepsi or batgirl- I can choose, I have also bought the new snoopy omega which I will be getting early next year.
In September 2019 I bought a beautiful two tone datejust for my wife from goldsmiths who are part of watches of Switzerland group with the promise of a gmt within a year, when I have popped in to visit them they don’t even seemed bothered about the broken promise so I have now emailed their head office to complain as they shouldn’t make these promises to sell the less desirable products.
I know experiences vary from location to location and even then between the sales agents. Personally, I would never get involved with any arrangements around buying less popular watches to access trendy watches - when you add up the costs, you would be better off buying a Pepsi on the grey market. It sounds like you already have a really magnificent watch collection, especially that Bluesy, I have not even seen one of the new models in that configuration yet. Wear them in happiness & good health.
That's a real nice piece you got there. I just picked up my OP41 last week after four months on special order, some things are worth the wait Ash!
Very nice, I really like the Coral and Turquoise OPs - which colour did you go for?
@@TheChapsGuide I got the silver dial, I'm a bit old fashioned!
Great choice, that colour will be serviceable across the widest range of clothing styles and even has a sportyness that sets it apart from the coloured dials. Enjoy in robust health!!
@@TheChapsGuide I have heard that Rolex will change the dial on a service for any dial made for the model, but as it stands, i'm good with silver, I can't afford five of them!
Congratulations,
I am in waiting list. Don’t know how long. Lucky person!
Enjoy your Rolex.
Best of luck on the list - hope you get the call soon.
I'm on wait list for a year still no call from ad yet.
Wow! You just gave me a great idea, not to mention an excuse, to buy me a Rolex when I retire, which I’m not that far off.
Thanks !
The retirement is always a great excuse for a watch - its a tradition - well, thats what I told the wife anyway!
That's very interesting, well done Sir
Thank you kindly
The reality is you got good service because you are a rolex customer. I got my rootbeer call 4 months after picking up my datejust. The ADs provide customer service. That AD just earned your future business. And I would bet that you will give him some.
Indeed, if you can evidence you like the brand and have the money to invest they will treat you well. Same goes for all types of luxury goods. Hope you are enjoying your CHNR, I'm really bonding well with mine - I think it has edged my Sub as my favourite Roly.
@@TheChapsGuide Good to hear. Awesome watch!
Excellent story Sir, Congratulations for your new watch
I’d like to upgrade my minty 2010 16713LN (GMT Master II Two-tone) for the Root Beer. I wonder, now that I have a Rolex and can flash it in the local Mayors, if I can get on the express wait list for the Root Beer?
I think its all a case of striking a good impression/relationship with the sales agent in the store. All the factors you mention will play a part in that. Good luck in your quest!
@@TheChapsGuide it’s worth a shot! Thanks for the reply.
fantastic insight thankyou. Im currently on the waiting list with WoS for the new 2021 Explorer 1. Fingers crossed.
Good luck with your Exp 1 - I'm also on the list for that baby. I see they are currently selling for twice RRP, so there may be quite a long wait.
Great Watch. what is the daily accuracy in seconds you are getting? is it running fast or slow? I own the same watch and get +3 seconds per day
To be honest, I'm not really aware of the accuracy. I do occasionally test it on my Toolwatch app and it is within 3 secs per day.
Hi Ash, „I‘m not a rich guy by any means...“, haha, yes of corse, because you put all your money in your 3 Rolex, your Tudor, your wife‘s Rolex, your high quality shoes, suits and grooming products! 😂
Fantastic choice, I love the rose gold along with steel! 👍🏻
Have a great weekend, Dan
Thanks - have a great weekend too.
A wonderful story of your experience. Thanks for sharing, and congratulations!
Thank you so much!
Great story ! Congratulations on your retirement
Thank you!
That is exactly the watch I’m on the waiting list for. They game me 6 month wait from two days ago. Great buY !
I hope yours will come to you soon. I've had mine for 3-months now and its been a great watch so far.
I think I know the Goldsmiths AD you mention, I also have a good relationship with them that I have built over the years with 5 purchases, I have had some nice pieces from them, one being the Pepsi. I have also has the call to collect another piece, which I thought I would never get, but I believe these trying times are making these purchases possible. Happy retirement and good luck with getting the Pepsi
I would certainly go there again (CC). I'm not really looking for a Pepsi myself, the CHNR has taken me by storm and really become my favourite watch swiftly (I also already have a Tudor Pepsi). I'm waiting to see what Rolex bring out on 7th April. Pretty sure there will be an update to the Explorer 2, but unless it goes down to 40mm I'm not interested. I've become more than a little enchanted by gold of late - I really like the allure of genuine precious metal, opposed to the SS models.
Excellent and interest video, not that I will be taking up the opportunity any time soon, but I'm glad it worked out well for you.
Thanks 👍
Congrats 🎉 wear it in good health and many thanks for sharing ✌️
Thank you
Thanks for this video. I'm waiting on the list for a Rootbeer and hopefully I'll get the chance to get mine this year!
I wish you well on the list - my GMT is performing magnificently - I must admit I have been seduced by this beautiful watch. It's a keeper!!
@@TheChapsGuide thanks for the reply and I must say I'm really enjoying your channel content. We are currently in a tier 4 lockdown so I can't get over to see my AD (my local Goldsmiths branch) for a "catch up" but once they've open again I'll pop in and have a chat with the manager there.
I bought a Rolex GMT "Batman" from him a few years ago and he remembers me, so I'm hoping that it'll help. I had thought COVID might have slowed the supplies down but your comments make sense about the stock at airports being re-routed, so fingers crossed!
How long did it take to get a scratch or swirl on the rose gold bits.........24 hours?
Probably a few minutes, but thats all part of owning a watch, all those marks are part of my journey with the piece. I never sell my watches, so I'm not bothered about any imperfections caused through wearing.
Best blog of all! Thanks, congratulations!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Very interesting video. I’m really hoping to buy one to celebrate my wedding in July next year after it has been delayed so many times. Wish me luck!
Good luck and congratulations sir!!
Your a good story teller. I dont buy expensive watches but i listened anyway lol
Added this to my collection recently, such a beauty.
Still loving mine.
Beautiful watch Ash. I don't have a Rolex tend to spend more on shotguns but that's another story. I do own a Orient Mako Pepsi diver automatic. Good movement and keeps perfect time. I got it to replace my Bulova battery watch got tired of changing the barrerys. stay safe Cheers Ron
I think Orient watches are vastly underrated and look great, especially that pepsi model. God taste!
Congratulations. The root beer is growing on me, but absolutely love the Tudor.
The `Tudor is a nice, if somewhat large watch, but robust as a hammer and bombproof in most ways - I have full 12-month review video of my GMT Tudor coming out soon, just filmed it - warts and all.
I secured a Batman classic for my retirement. Wear it everyday and I love seeing the awe in the eyes of those who know the Rolex family.
No one has ever commented on any of my watches as far as I can recall, but perhaps that's a British thing. I do like a batman, nice colours and more understated than a Pepsi.
Very honest opinion, honest AD respect to manager.
A rare thing these days indeed.
Will never go wrong with Masterpiece Root Beer or Pepsi however I can't even get ONE from any Rolex AD in Malaysia, HK, Singapore and Middle East............You are super lucky bro..........Many Thanks for the info given
Hopefully things will look up in your area soon - fingers crossed.
Congratulations on your retirement and lovely story how you got your watch.
Glad you enjoyed it!
DJ36, Sub 114060 and the RB in this video, along with a Tudor GMT.
nice watch. I got a pepsi gmt recently . I was only able to get it because my brother had purchased a rose gold daytona . I was already offered 17k USD for it. I am thinking I like the look of the rootbeer a bit more now though. I will see if one is available from my AD.
They are certainly more available than the BLRO and BLNR models, so you should find one easily enough - best of luck.
Sensible grown up discussion.. I appreciate the information.
Thank you - best regards.
congratulations on your retirement and your new watch - just put your name down with as many AD's you can and take your chance that you may be honoured for them to decide to take your money
You are not wrong there - Rolex have truly mastered the art of marketing to a degree not previously seen in the watch industry.
I just purchased the same watch this week with no prior history with the AD. it's a nice watch!
Good choice!
Which ad did u buy it from? I have been on my local ad wait list for more than a year still no luck.
@@SSY86374 I was on the list with a local smaller AD in the US for a different watch. They called me out of the blue about the CHRN. After I saw it I knew I had to buy it. If I was you I would call around to all the AD's in your area. That was the 1st time I purchased anything from that AD, So you never know.😉
well done sir !! a fantastic timepiece
Thank you kindly!
A bit too chunky for me. I have the 36mm OP DJ with a black face with oyster bracelet. Love it.
Brilliant vid I like your approach!
I’m an admirer of a micro-brand called AnOrdain of Scotland. Pretty sure there’s a long waiting list for those too.
I have this piece -.one question - has anyone noticed a noisy rotor on this ? Noticeable when shaking
Yes - the noise of the rotor is noticeable. Not too bad really, but you can clearly hear it.
@@TheChapsGuide thank you - thought it might just be my piece.
Oooohhh ! I’m still waiting for my one... allegedly 2-3 weeks!!!! Looks stunning 👍🏻
Hope yours arrives soon - It's a very nice piece. Enjoy in good health.
They don’t get a list of incoming watches so how could they tell you that?
Watches of Switzerland are a huge watch retailer, the largest seller of Rolex watches in the uK. I imagine they get an allocation of stock and then subdivide this into individual store allocations based on orders etc.
Lol
very very nice story..good luck with your beautiful watch....beast regards from Baghdad-Iraq.
Many thanks العزاوي علي • great to hear from you - all the best.
Can't believe Rolex have mastered the marketing to the point where you are thrilled to get a call from a salesman and jump on almost anything they offer you from a professional range, where just 24 months ago you would get a heavy 15% OFF discount on just about anything they make.
I have to agree with you there wholeheartedly. Whilst I enjoy the brand and like the watches, it is truly beyond my comprehension that anyone would pay beyond MSRP for something like a watch. But, like all things, I have no doubt the current trend is cyclical and with crash & burn in the future. Personally, I purchase my timepieces to enjoy and own, so I'm happy to pay MSRP and have no intention to ever sell onwards, so resale prices are inconsequential. But you make a good point - Rolex marketing division should take a bow - they have sold the Rolex zeitgeist to the world absolutely!
Which AD would you say is the best in terms of not trying to make you buy other stuff before getting this watch?
No easy answer there, as they all differ in terms of relationships with customers. I always prefer independent stores, where the sales staff change infrequently and it’s easier to build a long term relationship
@@TheChapsGuide thanks for your swift reply Mr Chap! My former boss is coming back to the UK(he splits his time between here and overseas). He has over a million quid spend history with Harrods from various things like brand name stuff and furnitures(not watches) but it was prior to the pandemic. He's a top tier Harrods black card holder. Do you think his best chance will be with Harrods Fine Watch Room? He said he will buy me a Tag or Tudor if I can help get him info on how to get a platinum daytona at list(I know it's a long shot) but I wouldn't mind a free watch and he's a top bloke so any advice will be so appreciated!😄
Beautiful watch! I'd be interested to know how the gold part of the bracelet stands up to the punishment of day to day life? I'd be grateful if you could comment!
I'm wearing it now and have been wearing it on/off for 3 years with no issues. The gold looks better than ever, it does have a few stratches, but that is just part of having a gold watch and always has been.
Cheers Buddy!
Superb Taste! Thanks for sharing!
Lovely watch. I bought myself a submariner no date for my 50th and love it. Thank you for sharing.
A Sub is hard to beat, been wearing mine today. Although the GMT is a fancy watch, if there was a zombie apocalypse tomorrow, it's the Sub I would reach for, as I tried to evade the living dead. You just know that it will never let you down!!
@@TheChapsGuide haha,yes the sub is definitely the one for a zombie attack. I’m saving for a James Cameron deepsea for my next watch.
found this video by chance , very interesting , it just shows how one A.D can differ from another.. and I assume they will get your custom through being honest and helpful , I wish my A.D was the same , but some A.D's , I'm sure would rather sell to flippers..
The constant talk of scarcity of these pieces plays into the hands of the Rolex marketing department. I have never waited more than 2-months for any 'hot' Rolex and I am a very modest spender in all reality. Rolex have managed to perpetuate the zeitgeist around their watches, which feeds the desire to own them at all costs. I actually rather like their pieces for the rugged construction and masculinity, but I resent their cunning marketing practices.
@@TheChapsGuide Yes I agree , and the only Rolex I want is the new41mm green/silver dial OP , but I have just bought a new Omega speedy moon watch.. just as I hear they have discontinued them and AD's can't order anymore.. guess I was lucky.. they are putting co-axial movements in all there watches now... I will call or drop into my Rolex AD once more.. then leave it, and if I don't hear back I'll just forget the brand..
I called one ad regarding a sub date & didn’t get any joy whatsoever, however I thought it would be much better to do what you did , dress smart & go & have a chat face to face I got chatting to the Rolex sales rep & got on really well , I did my homework on a few different watches & was asking him a few questions all the time aware that he was doing his homework on me at the same time , am I a genuine buyer not just a time waster or going to flip the watch , anyway I left the shop a while later feeling much more positive about my chances , I know I’ll have to wait a while but I’m reasonably hopeful of a positive outcome, always better to open the lines of communication face to face !
There is no harm in playing the game required by the ADs. As long as you get the watch you want all is fair I say. Good luck with that Sub, should be a great watch.
Thank you. Love your style.Sláinte Patrick H