7 Things You Should NOT Do At The Rolex AD | Instant Disqualification!

In this video, I discuss in an entertaining but informative way 7 things you should NOT do at the Rolex AD. Remember the like, share and subscribe. Enjoy!
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[@WatchClyde]

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[@jasons_supra]

I like how we, the people making enough money to buy a Rolex, have to be worried about people who are working in a retail store judging us

[@reidelgonzalez8700]

This 👌

[@John_John121]

Exactly.

[@jamesgray853]

This is a brilliant point

[@lonnmoore5568]

You don’t. Most of these points are nonsense

[@CarlosRodriguez-yb8wu]

Facts.

[@Fatboylo1980]

Unbelievable that you have to beg to give a dealer thousands of dollars for a watch. This will end eventually.

[@rimtasvilnietis2991]

Yeah its nonsence, gen z wont tolerate that fud

[@metaparcel]

No you just don't understand the resale market or their marketing business.

[@Fatboylo1980]

@@metaparcel i understand it. People including myself want Rolex even though there are many brands that offer same or better quality watches because of their prestige. Rolex lost control of their product because of the AD selling watches out tye back door. The bottom line is you can have pretty much any Rolex you want. I look, there are literally thousands of subs and Daytonas on grey market.why so hard to get at an AD? These are mass produced

[@chunkjake]

Doubt it

[@johansantana547]

Yesterday I went to a Rolex boutiques Authorized dealers they had a few watches on display. I asked to see the new GMT master root beer two tone. As the ad handle it to me I notice it wasn’t a display watch it was actually working I told the ad I was interested in purchasing the watch she replied tha in order for me to buy this one watch I would First have to establish a relationship with the store and refuse to sell it to me 🤦🏽

[@paulrothbart244]

For me, there's one simple rule. Do not walk into a Rolex AD. Period. They are great watches, among the best of the best, but I'm not jumping through hoops to be "allowed" to buy something. Just the fact that you can be "disqualified" makes me never want to own a Rolex. I'll stick with my Omegas. This is a great video for those who do hope to own a Rolex someday and I hope you all get the watch you want.

[@sf9878]

just so you know, youre disqualified

[@L0NGRNGE]

Omega > Rolex anyway. Good call.

[@John-km9ju]

It's interesting how things appear to have changed over the years. I shopped stores that were ADs for Rolex and Breitling 20 years ago and brought the watch model (Breitling) that I wanted and the dealer wanted to sell me a Rolex as well (and I had never purchased a luxury watch before that). Now it sounds like Seinfeld's soup Nazi scenario. I guess if buyers are willing to go through this for a particular watch I hope it's worth the hit to their dignity in exchange.

[@jrgb9945]

I went to 5 ADs in Las Vegas in December 2023. None would sell me a RootBeer

[@lordcommander7551]

Until I can walk into an AD and buy a rolex I may never own one. I refuse to play these games with the AD, buy 17 different things first B.S. and I refuse to the pockets of the Grey market pay double to triple retail. I rather wear a replica than pay double or triple

[@WatchClyde]

Totally understandable..

[@Blownblackknight]

So which replica you getting??

[@lordcommander7551]

@@Blownblackknight sub to start

[@AndrewL31413]

I thought about it, grey market is just selling things at market value. They don’t ask you to kiss their asses and give up your dignity to buy a watch. You just get it at market value. What Rolex is doing is BS. I run several businesses and if the demand is higher than supply I either produce more to match the demand or raise the prices to lower demand. Rolex and other companies are artificially creating scarcity and making you play this BS. I’m going to go grey market. The opportunity cost of playing this game is more than going to the grey market a lot of times.

[@Tommy_ZM]

I got the batgirl gmt master ii as my first watch at the AD in March of 2021. I was 22 years old and I spent $300 before getting the call after a 4 month wait. I didn’t have any help from anyone. I dressed up, I spoke professionally, I had an explanation of why I needed a gmt function and why the only watch I was interested in was the 126710BLNR. I focused on a small market family owned AD. Won’t work for everyone but worked for me 👍

[@michele_]

Nice 😮

[@michele_]

Did you watch this video before?

[@Tommy_ZM]

@@michele_ no lol, I came up with my own strategy

[@JJones-nr2pl]

Wow, I have money, I want a watch, I go into the AD and wish to buy. What happens? I have to wait FOREVER for a watch! AMAZING! 🙄 What time is it? Time to shop the competition! 😂

[@mattkeating2657]

I did the same thing when buying my Yacht Master yesterday

[@BobLorrimer]

When you drive to your AD: don't ever put one hand on the steering wheel, never let go of your cell phone with the other (even during surgery), don't ever wear a Cartier, don't wear trainers the size of a landing craft, don't give your AD a box of chocolates, a kiss, a head-butt or a handshake incorporating more than 3 separate cultural stereotypes.... Just point at a watch you don't want.

[@charlesmagicien4330]

Hilarious! I love it!!!!🤣

[@faisolmfc8890]

Went to an AD in Glasgow in 2018 as a naive customer, got treated super politely and professionally, came out with my dream OP 39 black rhodium, gave me a Rolex catalog for free, brought me tea and chocolate. spent almost one and half hour. I was an international research student there…😟 Seems like I was super lucky!

[@WatchClyde]

Nice! Glad you had a pleasant experience.

[@OngoGablogian185]

That's Glasgow for you. We don't have much time for class snobbery.

[@Sabrermk42]

Was it Rolex on Buchanan Street or Laings? I've had good experiences in Edinburgh but not so much in Glasgow. Although I went in during the post pandemic boom

[@faisolmfc8890]

@@Sabrermk42 Laings on Buchanan.

[@garyjarvis2730]

You convinced me! Buy a good fake and avoid the Rolex BS.

[@WatchClyde]

😂

[@swae09]

😂😂

[@badbrad1564]

Hey man keep it up!!! This video was edited beautifully!! Keep it going!!

[@WatchClyde]

Thanks! Will do!

[@jg3_75]

I bought a Rolex at an upscale Rolex store in Providence and one in Boston and they can be a little stuffy, but you can 100 percent get what you want and walk out with a watch that day (unless you’re looking for a stainless Daytona with the white or black dial or something crazy that they don’t have. Even getting on the waiting list takes some doing.). But I walked out with a gmt anniversary. I walked out with a yacht master/black strap.

[@JacobSmith-hz2tr]

I have bought quite a few over the years and I find it almost impossible to hold back my rage when I meet some wealthy guy who can Jump the list when I can’t but you have to hold back that rage. Be cool, be chilled, it’s not a big deal, his thing is his thing, your thing is your thing. Patience is a virtue when it comes to rolex.

[@ekv]

Video starts here: 2:10

[@gabodds2221]

First i got in there I asked for the blue skyD when things weren’t this crazy; once the craze happened, I went for the day date 40 olive dial and then asked for sport models

[@darioserrano6106]

Spot on advise!💯Although the secondary market crashing does open up Opportunities

[@pauljorgedizon3828]

What about if I just want to get an entry level watch? Do i have to go through all of these hoops?

[@WatchClyde]

For an entry level watch most likely no hoops.

[@chrissullivan268]

I acquired my Datejust in march this year. I ordered last year in April. My wife and I AND our bulldog went in since we are family. Everyone could not walk past Koda and not say hi. Koda loved it and we talked to the manager for a while after the purchase. When you spend 11k, on a luxury item, I don’t care what people say. You better provide that deserved service. BTW I agree with 6 and 7 only.

[@WatchClyde]

Love it! Appreciate you sharing.

[@danielharris3180]

Can't say I've noticed any of this in the UK. I got added to an allocation list as a first time buyer, recently requested to add Sub Blusey to my faves list, got told next day they had one and sold to me at list.

[@WatchClyde]

Thanks for sharing!

[@23bamboosaclose]

#8 DO NOT BOTHER WITH ADs

[@WatchClyde]

😂

[@Cali_Texan]

Yep! Chrono24

[@Raptor178]

It’s funny AD’s don’t want you to buy from flippers but yet they don’t want to sell you what you want or sell to you at all. They kind of leave you with no choice.

[@itsdyl1031]

🌈Exclusivity🌈

[@Raptor178]

That’s not exclusivity, because you can go to any gray market dealer and find pretty much almost any style Rolex you can think of. You just would have to pay 2x if not more over retail. If you want to call it something you can call it shady business on the AD so called sale people. Pretty much hustle you into buying shit you don’t want to get what you truly want.

[@itsdyl1031]

@@Raptor178 I’m not a proponent for that practice. I’m just saying they want to make it hard to buy their watches to ween out certain buyers

[@Raptor178]

I’m all for that 100%, but me myself personally I can afford a Rolex with budgeting my finances with that said I can’t just walking in to an AD and spent 10,15,30 thousand on other items just to spend another 10- 20 thousand on a Rolex that I want. So the idea of trying to ween out certain buyers sounds great, but let’s be real what they are doing is weening out buyers like me who can’t help them meet their sales goal with other item. And selling to so call watch collectors who slide them a few hundred or thousand under the table, or buying other items to help their sale goals. I know for a fact that these AD sellers know that they are selling watches to gray market dealers just because one hand washes the other.

[@typischeric]

Once an AD literally pressured me to take pictures of a watch i wanted 😂

[@mariog7213]

Are you driving a VW? The door trim and the steering wheel look similar to my gti

[@WatchClyde]

BMW X5

[@michele_]

Thanks a lot for the video!

[@WatchClyde]

You are welcome!

[@lordcommander7551]

You can't buy that day if you are new because they won't sell you a watch until they research you. They will Google your name.

[@MrTimtam72]

I was in an AD a few weeks ago to register my interest in a date just. Was initially looking at the new breitling superoceans then made our way to rolex. After officially registering interest in 2 date just models the AD showed me a Pepsi GMT (exhibition model of course) I tried it on and we were talking about how rare they are etc and he told me to take a pic of it on my wrist if I wanted to. I did take the photo, I’m wondering what your thoughts are on that interaction? Would you think that disqualified me since I never asked about the GMT nor did I even register my interest in it. Was dressed in a nice pair of shorts + polo and was with my partner.

[@WatchClyde]

That interaction tells me that the salesman liked you and I would suggest going in again just to chat with him…

[@MrTimtam72]

@@WatchClyde cheers for the reply, unfortunately the store is out of state so i won’t be able to pop in very easily; he did know that though as I explained to him my partner and I were in town for our anniversary. He also asked if I would be willing to drive back up for the watch and I said of course. So it seems like it’s a waiting game from now. I’d love to email him but it’s hard to workout what to email him without talking about the watch and coming off like every other person who is kissing ass to get a rolex.

[@jeffb321]

@@MrTimtam72 I am in the same situation as you....out of state. This might be a good blueprint for you as this is how I followed up with my out of state AD Hi AD! I hope all is well your way. First I would like to thank you for taking the time to show name and myself a few watches from your Rolex inventory. We greatly enjoyed both the experience as well as your professionalism and knowledge about the line. Name and I will be back to the cities this weekend for a family function and we were wondering if you would be available Sunday (or possibly Saturday) for us to stop by? Again, we thank you for your time. We are so excited to possibly have the opportunity to both aquire matching Rolex Oyster Perpetual watches! Sincerely, Me Owner, of company Phone #

[@zyzzuschrist3410]

Whats the exhibition model?

[@mattthompson3656]

@@zyzzuschrist3410 just a display model

[@laurencefahey2085]

Good sound advice , but if I’m gonna be honest this advice is for the people who are just starting out on this addiction we all have , but everyone has to start at the beginning at some point 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@TheEchelon]

Of course it's for " beginners". Experts wouldn't need advice like this.

[@snapascrew]

I’ve been in multiple ADs that encourage you to take pics. They are all different.

[@thehappywristchannel]

New subscriber here, great video!

[@WatchClyde]

Appreciate it..glad you enjoyed.

[@hangtimedangjang]

The only way this "game" they make you play for the steel sports models makes sense to me is if they were so exclusive, they weren't for sale anywhere, for any price. The only way to get one would be after X amount of $ spent, they'd eventually offer you the one you want for free. This makes sense because everyone knows what the rules of the game are; simply spend the $. And people would do it because there's a real incentive - you get your grail watch for free. The prestige in owning one would go through the damn roof.

[@nayanshankar755]

The most important thing that should be added is you must have knowledge on the watches and show them that you are passionate about all watches. Not just only Rolex. That will get them to offer you pieces you never thought you would be able to see in an ad much less buy. Knowledge and confidence gets you everything in this life. Display that you will be fine. Awesome video😎

[@PappaGiorgio87]

Looking at your empty wrist you definitely know what NOT to do at your Rolex AD :)

[@jimmymcgill5572]

What’s the most in demand dials for datejust currently

[@WatchClyde]

Currently for the modern Datejust the wimbledon or blue dial are in demand. Also I believe with the new releases, dials with patterns like the palm dial is a sleeper.

[@jimmymcgill5572]

@@WatchClyde I don’t see palm dial as an option for build on the site?

[@WatchClyde]

Oh maybe they were limited.

[@jimmymcgill5572]

@@WatchClyde I’m walk-in into Rolex bumpin arm and hammer by Kevin gates let’s really see what’s what

[@paulchislett902]

Palm dial only available in 36mm that’s why they’re not popping up on the 41mm build section

[@americanpaisareturns9051]

🤦🏻‍♂️ Allowing a store to judge you 😂

[@Zenny89]

Does this apply to US only?? Cause I got my Rolex when I was in Switzerland on vacation and None of these matter.

[@WatchClyde]

It’s different from AD to AD, I’m sure in most countries there’s some stores that’s pleasant and others that’s difficult.

[@jermainebuster3955]

I remember when I asked to take a picture of my self had the Rolex symbol told me that though lol the logo

[@patchesohoulihan9826]

Was offered a 36 DD in yellow gold and stated that I'm not a yellow gold guy. Do not bring up nicknames or even look at any pre-owned Rolexes they have in stock. They had a few Langes in the case and made it clear I was looking at them only. Got on the list for a blue dial OP and left-handed GMT and purchased a Tudor Pelagos and a Grand Seiko as my buy in to say. Within a week had both Rolexes and they put me on the list for a Daytona white dial and he emailed me to let me know I'm on the Titanium Yachtmaster list also. Call and stop in occasionally as that helps build a relationship with your AD. But all the advice in the video is spot on.

[@WatchClyde]

Wow! Congrats on your pieces.

[@motaz1975]

funny, the sales rep at my rolex ad actually encouraged me to try one the model i was interested in and take a picture on my wrist.

[@alexBb1999]

Thanks for the video. Overall it sounds like it'll be easier to get an entry level Datejust, Oyster, or Air-King from an AD than something like a GMT when you're just starting out, especially if you're open to different models. Would you agree

[@Tommy_ZM]

Historically, it was the non-professional models that were easy to get. Datejust’s, precious metals, two tone pieces etc. The best Rolex’s to get in terms of value and prestige will always be the Submariner (preferably not the standard all black one), the GMT, or the Daytona. These watches are in demand in the entire world, and of course an AD is going to sell to their high spend trusted clients who buy jewelry and lesser in demand watches rather than a random person who is only interested in the hardest to get watches. Anyone who owned an AD would be doing the same. Therefore you either need help from someone, you need to buy other stuff before going after a hard to get piece, or you simply buy what you want on the secondary market for a premium. A yacht master, air king, explorer, or milgauss are lesser Rolex’s that aren’t nearly as popular. They’re not flagship models, but they have their unique history and some people like the understated look. You may have to wait to buy these but it shouldn’t be that long

[@renefuentes3143]

Shit if I was spending that kind of money They better pull out a Red Carpet and ask me for a drink

[@BrandonClark-StocksPassports]

This has not been my experience at all. I go in there talking loudly, talking alot and I get any watch I want as long as I pay for it. I record all the time. Money is all you need for Rolexes, Lamborghini and Bugatti. ....Rare Ferraris are different. Ferrari is stuck up

[@rich2579]

3:32 this a double-edged sword. You obviously don’t want to ask for the most hyped/wanted pieces with no purchase history, but I’m gona ask for a piece(s) that I want 100

[@austinshields8466]

You are actually 100% right, well said.

[@carollutton3340]

I have purchased two watches from a AD a year apart and it was nothing like you are describing I told them right away what I wanted and because it wasn’t in the store it was ordered for me right away both times. I did have to wait awhile to get them but that is a given. If the watch is not just available it takes Rolex a year to make one and others may be waiting ahead of you for the same watch but your wait is shorter if the one you want doesn’t have as many people wanting that particular style. I just ordered my third one yesterday easy as can be. Never did they try to tell me what they think I should do.

[@WatchClyde]

Congrats! Glad you had a great experience…some people get what they want on their first visit and some have to wait, some receive poor customer service others don’t. I just wish the service can be consistently high quality for such a high-end brand.

[@badbrad1564]

Man that boosie part had my laughing

[@losanti555]

don’t breath too hard.. dont touch anything.. don’t look at anything.. eyes forward.. head straight.. shoulders back.. 30 inch steps.. only speak when spoken to.. one way in one way out..

[@BennyCZ]

Thank You for the great advices. Seriously. Now I just gotta get me 10 grand and I'm good to go.

[@galipvictorsanliturk4865]

Just buy a two tone. Less demand for one thus easier to get and honestly, two tones are baller af.

[@elinaerni328]

How difficult it is in your area. I thought this was possible only in a Hermes boutique..... I live in Switzerland and in my city in the center there is a huge 6-storey luxury watch boutique BUCHERER with a huge ROLEX logo on the roof. If you have money, you can just go there and buy whatever you want.

[@WatchClyde]

To my knowledge all Rolex boutiques make it difficult, some more than others. Also it’s only specific models they make difficult to get…

[@gipsymelody1268]

I think everywhere else except USA is hard… 🧐😂😅 i mean in europe and Asia the peoples happy if they can sell a very expensive thing…

[@Infamous_wu13]

What if I told u I did 3 things on here and got my first watch day 1

[@WatchClyde]

Nice

[@jjreal9910]

I stopped at my local Rolex AD, They didn't have it, I said, put me on the list for this, I left, they called me months later, I tried it on, I liked it, paid for it, they sized it, then I left. End of story. I didn't have any issues at all, but I wasn't looking at everything there either.

[@WatchClyde]

Nice, congrats!

[@garyguest1885]

Pretty good advice 👍🏻

[@WatchClyde]

Glad you think so!

[@kyleh3207]

This isn't always true. I just got the sport model that I wanted as my first Rolex after a 3 month wait. I spoke a lot and explained my situation to the salesperson, I told them about the watches that I really want and said I was only interested in a sport models and also hope for a Daytona one day, I tried a few models on and took pictures of various models on my wrist, I spoke to the AD like I would speak to anyone else I do in life. I did most of the things here that were listed as don't and I got exactly what I wanted with a short wait. In my opinion buying what you want shouldn't feel like you have to pretend to be someone that your not, I think being genuine is the most important thing, trying to build a personal connection with a salesperson helps. I do agree that you need to do what you can to make sure you don't appear to be a flipper.

[@haritashmalekani32]

What shades are u wearin? They fire🤯

[@WatchClyde]

Oliver People’s🤝

[@haritashmalekani32]

@@WatchClyde 🙏🏻☺️

[@user-wo7rn3uv4f]

An apartment produces at least 5%/year in rent and another 5% (min) in value. I have 5 replicas - 2 Pateks (1 a complication), Rolex, Breitling and a Cartier. About US1K each. Everyone says -"Great watch you have there, expensive eh?". Yes I say. "This one (the complicated Patek) I bought when I made the 1st million". Been making anywhere from 500k to 1M every year for the last 5 years trading sovereign bond futures. 😅🤣😂

[@FBi_.]

Hey man you look familiar were you on a podcast called fresh and fit???

[@WatchClyde]

No

[@johnathonmullis4234]

Been buying Rolex’s since the early nineties. Bought my first one because I noticed a pretty girl working at the AD in the mall where I was shopping and getting lunch. The transaction took only a few minutes and she was happy she’d made a sale. The AD’s are running a game because they control the supply. There’s no shortage of watches and if everyone would hold off on buying for 1 year the AD’s would stop playing games and things would normalize. The AD’s created the gray market with straw men. The grey market dealers are associates of the AD’s. So don’t buy from them. Just don’t buy. All these scumbags will starve together. The ADs won’t be able to stay in business and will be forced to into a situation where they’re not in control. They’re watches nothing more. Don’t let some scammers take advantage of you. That’s what AD’s are nowadays, they’re scammers.

[@WatchCollector101]

Great video!

[@WatchClyde]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Downtime_videos]

Thats only at your AD that you deal with , cause ive walked into Rolex and got the exact one i want , maybe they dont take you seriously but they know i meant business

[@Jhans-wj5pl]

The market is coming down so fast that I think in a few months you should be able to buy most on gray market for subs and gmt within 20 percent of what it’s msrp is. I will support the high end resellers if I can buy and only be charged 10-20 percent markup. In about a year the used worn Rolex on at least half of the models will be under msrp. Supply will catch demand now that so much demand is falling and so many of the buyers over last 12 months only bought to sell so there is a huge supply that will start selling.

[@aleks9014]

This didn’t age well

[@gearhigher2027]

Everything @watchclyde stated is a fact, except for one thing: 99.9% of those who walk through the door will never purchase the watch from an authorized dealer. This is the sole way ROLEX controls branding PERIOD.

[@kenpoultonjr]

great video

[@WatchClyde]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@tch.sky1314]

I don't have that problem in Hong Kong or Japan....is it just the US?

[@gipsymelody1268]

Of course only in USA… 😅😂 i am sure in europe is not problem…

[@4symbols78]

“Don’t ask for the watch you want” doesn’t make sense. I asked for the specific reference I was interested in. The next one makes more sense with asking for a professional model. But I asked for what I wanted and have received every reference I asked the salesperson for.

[@wayneguy6043]

It’s that ez….😊

[@johansantana547]

Yesterday I went to a Rolex boutiques Authorized dealers they had a few watches on display. I asked to see the new GMT master root beer two tone. As the ad handle it to me I notice it wasn’t a display watch it was actually working I told the ad I was interested in purchasing the watch she replied tha in order for me to buy this one watch I would First have to establish a relationship with the store and refuse to sell it to me 🤦🏽

[@WatchClyde]

That’s how it is unfortunately…that Root Beer is beautiful too it’s in high demand.

[@Remon473]

That's why I wear a Patek Philippe😉😁

[@WatchClyde]

Definitely a fortunate position you’re in…if I could I would lol…one day🙏🏾

[@Remon473]

@@WatchClyde Thank you for your response. It is the steel Aquanout 5065 with navy blue rubber strap. I also have a steel Cartier Tank Solo XL and a steel Breitling Navitimer, both with a leather strap. I would also love to have the rose gold Calatrava 5119R. With the ribbed basel and white dial. Rolex has beautiful watches. There are so many watch brands that are so beautiful.

[@Ed-vi4rx]

Told them right away what i wanted with succes. Second Rolex in en years. Just be HONEST. But hey, iam just 1 person.

[@jimrylander9143]

You buy a Grand Seiko for less and is a better watch no strings attached.

[@WatchClyde]

Agreed!

[@johnjon5448]

not doing 3, pointless buying shit I don't want. better off buying nothing

[@JustinRothberg]

I walking in with a high quality rep and the AD thought it was real. I told her I got it used. Gave me a look. Lol

[@WatchClyde]

😂

[@jakegutierrez2323]

I’ve taken pictures of items on my AD and have purchased a Rolex from them and many other items

[@airborneranger-ret]

Liked and subbed

[@WatchClyde]

Appreciate it🤝

[@lindsayb7509]

Is this FL?

[@WatchClyde]

Yes it’s FL🤝

[@lindsayb7509]

@@WatchClyde me too!!

[@c1pher428]

I’m planning on building up my buying history with a particular AD here in the UK. I plan on picking up 1 or 2 tudors, then asking if they get any OP’s in that I would really appreciate a call. Planning to start at the lower end then build the collection up.

[@WatchClyde]

Sounds like a good plan.

[@GhostTraderz]

Never play that game, it’s a waste of money. Better off wearing quality Swiss brand watches that are readily available.

[@WatchClyde]

Like a Tudor…new video coming this week where I’m showing my Tudor Black Bay.

[@GhostTraderz]

@@WatchClyde Nice! Can’t go wrong with a nice Zenith aswell 👍

[@dorsehick3034]

The don't tell them you sold a watch isn't true. I have sold watches after 1-2years of ownership and my AD knows this. I still get given watches. I think problem arises when you don't have a relationship built with your AD and/or sell the watch very soon after purchasing it.

[@WatchClyde]

You hit the nail on the head..if you have a relationship with a salesperson sure they’ll possibly overlook it if you mentioned you sold the Submariner you bought from an AD 4 years ago for example. But a new customer doesn’t have that luxury.

[@RobinsM]

Awful advice simply shop around to as many dealers as you can or put your name down and wait that’s it. They make a million watches a year you’re acting as if you’re trying to get a platinum Daytona or rainbow. Most people are stopping in for a submariner go 2-3 times and just keep asking and checking for the same thing and then when it comes it comes and you’re next in line/ list that’s it.

[@WatchClyde]

My friend the main point of the video was to bring humor to the ridiculous process the majority of first time buyers have to go through…sure there’s some exceptions where some people get what they want on the first or second visit…and about the list do you really want to wait 1-2 years for a steel submariner? Some of the watches aren’t impressive and worth the wait…if it was a Patek then that’s a different story…

[@Remon473]

@@WatchClyde I I bought the Aquanout 5065 by Chrono24.

[@WatchClyde]

That’s a nice piece…is it on the metal bracelet or rubber strap?

[@Remon473]

@@WatchClyde I have a rubber dark blue navy strap.

[@drknight27]

Anytime you have to give a serious buyer advice on “how” to shop at a retailer, there is a problem with the retailer. *Forget them and their watches.

[@WatchClyde]

Definitely.

[@as10076]

But I feel like that’s what makes them special. The story you have on how you got it is half the fun of owning it. Everyone loves a good story. I’m currently attempting to purchase an oyster perpetual at an AD so will see how that story ends.

[@drknight27]

@as10076 - Good luck on your purchase! Hopefully they are treating you with respect. Supply shortages on a model you want for MSRP that results in a waiting period is fair. However, an AD requiring you to have a “relationship” with them and kissing their ass, promising to them you won’t resale, and buying what ever they suggest, etc.. because that’s just “how they roll” is bullshit. An iconic brand like Rolex should take lessons from Louis Vuitton. I reluctantly went shopping there while in Paris with my fiancé. We waited in line to get in, but were treated like royalty during our shopping experience. Champagne, espresso, jokes, laughter, free perfume and cologne samples, pictures etc. It was a true shopping experience, so much so, I actually ended up buying a “sling” lol. High end retail should cater to their customers needs and make them feel appreciated, not the other way around.

[@as10076]

My experience at the AD was very positive. I was dressed in t shirt cargo pants with no expensive watch on my wrist but was still treated as if I walked in with a suit. I have since went back to show my wife the watch I want and again treated very respectively by a different sales person. I told him about my prior trip and about being placed on a list. He pulled out an iPad and asked for my name. He then ran it, found my name on the list, the watch I wanted, and the special meaning behind the purchase. All written down by the prior salesperson. Also I have never step foot in this store as I don’t purchase jewelry. Maybe I get it maybe I don’t. Rolex may determine if I get watch but they do not determine the value of who I am. Period.

[@ayo9703]

@@drknight27 LV is not a luxury brand. It`s a brand that focuses on making poor people feel rich. They are owned by LVMH which is a publicly traded company. This means their focus is more on making a profit for their shareholders. No true luxury brand is publicly owned. Especially watches, they are thinking 50 - 100 years ahead, not the next earnings cycle.

[@TheMonkini]

Why want a Rolex if having to feel like an idiot while spending thousands?

[@WatchClyde]

Hey I feel like a idiot getting my lady things on Valentines Day bc I hate VD but there’s benefits if I do lol

[@Lewis....]

Good to hear this, you've put me off wanting to ever purchase a Rolex for life! Why on earth should I have to jump through all these hoops to buy a f*cking watch. I worked hard for my money, saved up, did my research on what I want.. now I need to go in their and pass all of Rolexes tests before they'll even consider putting me on a waiting list to purchase one of the damn things. Thanks but no thanks! There's millions of other watch brands out there that won't dangle a carrot in front of my face to see if I'll play their stupid game. Snobbery at it's finest.

[@WatchClyde]

Yeah it’s not worth it but I have to say Rolex did something impressive to have so many people that are willing to put up with their nonsense. There’s better options with brands like IWC, Omega, JLC, Longines, Breitling…etc

[@Lewis....]

@@WatchClyde Thank you for the video, you saved me a a lot of time that would clearly have been wasted and quite frankly a headache.. lol. It's a shame because I had no intention of purchasing a Rolex in the hopes of selling the watch or buying it for investment purposes.. just something I would of purchased to wear and pass down from generation to generation. Nowadays it seems they're more of a status symbol for overnight celebs and Rolex are catering to that market, sadly. Omega/Tudor/Breitling would be my next go-to's! Have a good one CEO!

[@Tommy_ZM]

@@Lewis.... you have a large ego and clearly don’t understand economics. Go buy your breitlings and omegas and enjoy yourself lol

[@ryanjones7202]

Or just walk into omega and buy whatever you want instead of supporting rolexs business and business practices 😂

[@ganonymous6997]

Nah I would love to disagree about taking pictures lol you can definitely take photos and this won't affect you buying rolex piece. What I would love to say and this is 100% true, is don't go there if you can't afford it. 👌

[@WatchClyde]

Agreed lol don’t go taking pics if you’re not a serious buyer.

[@Steve-ik3qo]

Taking pics is also important to see how the watch looks on your wrist. Can’t just go off of memory

[@jeffb321]

What term do ADs use? Watch or timepiece?

[@WatchClyde]

I’ve heard both, depending on the individual sales person.

[@sneakpeak3855]

kind of agree with some of these points but kinda not... me and my Ad are very open honest.. weve had convos about selling them in the future and what are the rules etc..? were only human were aloud to ask Qs.. I now dont have to be on a ''list for certain models'' such as DJ41 OP41 and few others they just call me up lol.. currently on the list for mint green SkyDweller, CHNR which is coming few months and TORQOISE OP36 already bought 4 rolexes from this AD.. have spoken too much at times and have been honest and asked genuine questions.. ( Take this from a true investor in watches / trading cards / some i don't wear as much and i tell my AD that ) all circumstances are different.. depends on the person you deal with doesnt it really.. some are open some arn't some have more clients for models some don't its lottery

[@jacstoneu]

Never go to an AD that sells jewelry got to watch only even better go to an exclusive Rolex AD

[@jermainebuster3955]

What does ad mean

[@WatchClyde]

Authorized Dealer

[@jermainebuster3955]

They use the same rule at a Rolls-Royce Ad as well

[@JohnnyDouchbag-nr5yf]

I asked an AD if they took invictas on trade in

[@WatchClyde]

😂what was their response?

[@JohnnyDouchbag-nr5yf]

@@WatchClyde I was escorted outside to the back near the dumpster. I was then throughly manhandled and thrown in said dumpster. I'm going Omega next time

[@user-gv2qx1je1m]

They're doing me a favor by selling me a watch... I don't care a bit about Rolex now and it's no longer a measure of wealth.

[@fjones1914]

I refuse to play these games in order to buy a watch. I bought my Submariner w/date from a reseller after years of trying to wait for numerous AD's to allow me to buy from them.

[@seanferres]

starts at 1:35. great tips tho

[@mkphilly]

Like Hermes

[@NA-me6sh]

Thank you sir

[@lx95020]

Buying a Rolex should come with free BJ for the prices they charge!!. Buy a Grand Seiko, higher quality and way better customer service. GS is proving they are high-quality one customer at a time.....

[@javierpineda3365]

Just go with Breitling

[@javierpineda3365]

Im not begging no one breitling in Houston at the galleria you can walk in and walk out with a nice watch

[@lazex3459]

My dad walked in and bought the one he wanted within less than 30 minutes he got no resistance whatsoever I think this isn’t as accurate as u say

[@WatchClyde]

Nice! Which piece did he get? Everyone has different experiences depending on a few variables.

[@MohammedZain2390]

video starts at 1:32

[@demistoclesps5465]

Cceo i Will day that IS dificult , good dreeses at a app ,and day Jeep thse ,right do un you tune , thenks get good avices

[@isaac_bear]

Video starts at 1:35

[@elite4124]

Number 1 never go to a rolex AD just wait until the market drops then buy it from the gray market which is ROLEX ADS THEMSELVES. With Dignity. Don’t give them the satisfaction. These kids make $20 an hour the most with commission

[@slr-streetlegalrevenue899]

I buy mine from Cancun and they don’t care as much