Rolex

We must keep our dignity

I admit I paid 15% higher to get this on the grey market. It is a small mark-up compared to the other pieces, but deep inside, I don't like the feeling that I'm being manipulated by artificial scarcity. I called the AD to enquire about getting the new Explorer 1 or 2, and they can get it for me within 4 weeks, but they are gonna charge me 50% more for it. And now I am thinking if I really like these pieces in the first place (for the sake of confidentiality I won't reveal the AD. But I bet, this practice is rampant and this is how they treat their VIPs as well). Thing is, Rolex steel pieces are not rare - they are just controlling supply.
There is no artificial scarcity with the cellini range. One can order one any day, and it will arrive in 4 weeks or so. I suspect Moser will reach a point where all their pieces will be "spoken for" at press release, similar to the situation with MB&F and FPJ. But why not look towards De Bethune - I think their pieces are truly spectacular, without that artificial scarcity problem.
I am happy I listened to Nico and got the AK. As you see, it imparts a rakish air to any outfit. One can almost imagine a fighter pilot wearing one.
In my frustration, I shall wear this piece truthful to it's main function - a tool watch. I'm not gonna sell this, so who cares about condition.=D

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Why Rolex makes me happy

By: Cookies : May 30th, 2021-11:52

On my off days, I enjoy taking the AK out, and going for desserts. Desserts give a much needed sugar-rush to the tired mind. How I look forward to more Rolex pieces - something which doesn’t happen much in my life. But if I could choose 1 piece only, perh...

Super cool the AK!

By: agyzace : May 30th, 2021-12:14

Your BP FF is wonderful too

By: Cookies : May 30th, 2021-12:32

Stunning piece.

If only I could drink that and still look like the guy sitting behind it!!!

My weight fluctuates a lot

By: Cookies : May 30th, 2021-12:31

This shot was taken 3 months back, when I swam 1.5 hours daily. Haven’t been exercising for 3 weeks now, and my weight went up 3-5kg. Life became so busy this month. The weight gain shows on the face and love-handles. Gotta get back to exercising. It keep...

Churros!!! And AK! you are my Hero! I fell in love yesterday with a watch I saw... A Rolex, another modern one. But the AK is very high and deep in my heart, too.

By: amanico : May 30th, 2021-13:16

I will try to guess

By: Cookies : May 30th, 2021-13:26

3 tries here: 1) Explorer 2 white dial (2021 edition) 2) Seadweller red text version 3) Milgauss Z-blue Pls let me know. I am very curious.

You are not that far... The Deep Sea Dweller James Cameron. Ok I would have loved to get the GMT Meteorite, but I think it will not be possible.

By: amanico : May 30th, 2021-13:42

Great choice

By: Cookies : May 30th, 2021-13:47

I have never seen a deepsea james cameron in real life. Nowadays the watches go grey as soon as they hit the ADs. I’m hoping for better days to get a Rolex again. It always feels good to purchase a Rolex.

I will only get it at the retail. If with a premium, without me, then. An uber cool watch, very convincing in the real despite its tuna can proportions.

By: amanico : May 30th, 2021-14:10

I wish i could get one too

By: Cookies : May 30th, 2021-14:21

Nothing beats getting it straight from the AD

Aaah, my friend, it is a poison watch. I feel it is close to the AK, in the spirit. Another crazy one.

By: amanico : May 30th, 2021-14:25

A dear friend of mine just picked up the GMT meteorite In white gold. Quite impressive

By: aperna : May 30th, 2021-15:31

Lucky man

By: Cookies : May 30th, 2021-15:50

That’s a stunning piece too Doctor’s Doctor.

He must be very lucky and happy!

By: amanico : May 30th, 2021-17:37

for a while, i thought you were eating 油条 😅

By: terbaboom : May 30th, 2021-13:42

my Air King says Hi it's the watch that has been on my wrist mostly for the past year ...

It does look like dough fritters

By: Cookies : May 30th, 2021-14:07

I miss Singapore. Buying watches there is so much easier.

hahaha... that'll depend on what watches are you buying, especially if you are buying from an AD

By: terbaboom : May 30th, 2021-14:29

even if you see the watch you like on the display window, it doesn't mean you can buy it 😒

Superb shot!

By: amanico : May 30th, 2021-14:33

thanks, Nico!

By: terbaboom : May 30th, 2021-14:34

Looks highly enjoyable.

By: Overwound : May 30th, 2021-14:36

They don't come easy to me but if I were to get a second Rolex then Cellini would be top of the list. Already have one Rolex in steel on bracelet and that's enough for me. Moser would also get my attention in that price category.

We must keep our dignity

By: Cookies : May 30th, 2021-15:23

I empathize with your thoughts on the AD and grey market games.

By: Overwound : May 30th, 2021-20:16

The same things are going on at dealers everywhere. Maybe not for every customer but it's a worldwide issue. If I were buying a new watch and the dealer who could order the Explorer gave me that as a sales pitch I'd pass. You're correct, it's an artificia...

Them are fighting words. But i do agree. This one looks and feels best on my wrist. 40mm with a case height of 13mm with just the right shaped lugs. Looks good on you as well!

By: Echi : May 30th, 2021-15:33

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so sexy

By: Cookies : May 30th, 2021-15:36

I bet them ladies check you out all the time, especially when you wear this piece. I might get another one, just in case I accidentally break my one and only piece.=) Wish you a great week, my friend. It's great to hear from you.

Hehe i wish. hard to check anyone out with a mask :p

By: Echi : June 1st, 2021-05:06

Superb, my friend. King Of Cool Shot!

By: amanico : May 30th, 2021-17:38

That it is. The railmaster is on active rotation now. Enough of these Rolexes. Lots of other fish in the pond :-)

By: Echi : June 1st, 2021-05:12

Totally agree!

By: amanico : June 1st, 2021-06:31

Yes this is wisdom

By: Cookies : June 1st, 2021-10:54

Echi, which watches haunt you in your dreams? I have occasionally been haunted by the following: 1) Omega seamaster tantalum titanium 2) Omega aquaterra worldtimer 3) Glashutte Original Seaq (the smaller version) 4) IWC Spitfire chrono in bronze 5) Panera...

Brands that I like to explore are not readily available here..

By: Echi : June 1st, 2021-11:46

Like Doxa for example. Or Zodiac. Tudor maybe a BB ETA version. The new chrono perhaps. Rolex maybe the 41mm bluesy. But that’s something that I need to try on first as I’m not exactly a 2 tone guy. So that’s a big maybe. The new Omega Seamaster 300s are ...

Nice selection. I recently saw the Omega Seamaster Bond SAS, not the LE. I quite like ti, too.

By: amanico : June 1st, 2021-20:30

That it is. Too much cream on that one though and from some accounts, the bracelet not too comfortable. Having said that, quite a photogenic watch!

By: Echi : June 2nd, 2021-02:34

I saw it on a Nato. I guess the first thing to do is to find a nice and good strap. ;)

By: amanico : June 2nd, 2021-06:58

Well chosen

By: Cookies : June 2nd, 2021-00:36

Yes Seikos are beautiful, especially the white birch. Does the bluey sub have a long wait list too? I don’t want to call the AD anymore because I’ve been bugging them for the entire inventory of sports rolex, and they said maybe they’d call me. Have a gre...

Not sure about waitlists with the bluesy. I only go to the AD if I’m gonna pick up something which is rare as it entails making a couple of calls which I hate doing.. Have a good day as well :-)

By: Echi : June 2nd, 2021-02:26

AK is beautiful!

By: Watch_This : May 30th, 2021-20:52

I have learned to love Rolex. I just gravitate towards them. It’s not that I am looking for status by owning them... they just speak to me. The shot of the AK is in fact my wrist. For some inexplicable reason, I didn’t buy it, and now the prices have run....

We must keep our dignity

Why Rolex makes me happy

Super cool the AK!

Your BP FF is wonderful too

Thanks!

That is certainly a sugar rush! Glad you are enjoying the Air King so much!

;) thanks buddy

Your moniker was well titled…

My weight fluctuates a lot

Churros!!! And AK! you are my Hero! I fell in love yesterday with a watch I saw... A Rolex, another modern one. But the AK is very high and deep in my heart, too.

I will try to guess

You are not that far... The Deep Sea Dweller James Cameron. Ok I would have loved to get the GMT Meteorite, but I think it will not be possible.

Great choice

I will only get it at the retail. If with a premium, without me, then. An uber cool watch, very convincing in the real despite its tuna can proportions.

I wish i could get one too

Aaah, my friend, it is a poison watch. I feel it is close to the AK, in the spirit. Another crazy one.

A dear friend of mine just picked up the GMT meteorite In white gold. Quite impressive

Lucky man

He must be very lucky and happy!

for a while, i thought you were eating 油条 😅

It does look like dough fritters

hahaha... that'll depend on what watches are you buying, especially if you are buying from an AD

Superb shot!

thanks, Nico!

Looks highly enjoyable.

We must keep our dignity

I empathize with your thoughts on the AD and grey market games.

Them are fighting words. But i do agree. This one looks and feels best on my wrist. 40mm with a case height of 13mm with just the right shaped lugs. Looks good on you as well!

so sexy

Hehe i wish. hard to check anyone out with a mask :p

Superb, my friend. King Of Cool Shot!

That it is. The railmaster is on active rotation now. Enough of these Rolexes. Lots of other fish in the pond :-)

Totally agree!

Yes this is wisdom

Brands that I like to explore are not readily available here..

Nice selection. I recently saw the Omega Seamaster Bond SAS, not the LE. I quite like ti, too.

That it is. Too much cream on that one though and from some accounts, the bracelet not too comfortable. Having said that, quite a photogenic watch!

I saw it on a Nato. I guess the first thing to do is to find a nice and good strap. ;)

Well chosen

Not sure about waitlists with the bluesy. I only go to the AD if I’m gonna pick up something which is rare as it entails making a couple of calls which I hate doing.. Have a good day as well :-)

AK is beautiful!

I like the Z-blue too

The AK would compliment your nice " Un-Rolex " Rolex collection in a great way!

Churros are great

The AK is a great and fun piece Mike. Looks good on you 👍