You will have to join and be vetted to sell.
https://canwatchco.ca

 

Agreed. With Porsche, even if you're going after a higher end GT product that you can't get, there's still ways that people get around that without purchase history such as trading in a car and taking a bath on it, which is essentially your ADM. If the dealer sees profit in it, they'll figure out a way to move you up the list.

With Rolex, they don't even seem to be interested in me trading in a way that I'm willing to take a bath on to be able to get a 116500 Daytona and the likely reason for that is they have so many people spending $100k/yr at their store, which is probably generating $30k+ in profit (I'm not super familiar with jewelry margins) that me even giving them $10k in margin on a watch that I'm going to trade in doesn't interest them.

Luckily, these watches are in no way necessities and it's easy enough to simply go to the used market from one of the many trusted sellers (at least in the US) and get exactly what you want with none of the games.

 

I am looking for a 36mm datejust if anyone has, for the wife.

 

Easy to get from AD.

 

The local ADs wanted me to buy a few Glasshüte's and Tudors first before they would even want to talk about a 36mm DateJust.

 

Incorrect.

I bought $100k in watches from Van last year, they got nothing or so they tell me. Locally they have nothing either, they said at least 3-4 months. Likely full of ****, but this is what I am told.

 

Spending $100k on watches with an AD is nothing because there's guys who will spend that in one day. The thing with AD's is you need to get on their actual VIP list, not the "wishlist" and buy whatever they offer you to build a relationship and if you're from out of town, you're out of luck because they will always sell to local clients.

 

i am not a vip nor big spender but have been offered a datejust variation 3 months in a row from an AD

 

Must be your good looks and charm, Bud Fox.

 

Also, I recently came across a Patek Philippe replica that's eerily close to the original. It's amazing how replica technology has advanced. If you're weighing options or exploring alternatives, replicas like these can offer a similar look without the hefty price tag.

 

My understanding is that 36 DJ's are available to order again, but it may take 3-4 months to get exactly what you want. I wouldn't spend a penny on anything else to get a DJ. I was at Yorkdale a few weeks ago waiting for Dinner reservations and went into the Rolex store there. They were pushing pretty hard for me to make an appt to speak to a sales rep. They haven't done that for the last few years, so I suspect supply is opening up again. Try a Rolex only store and see how you make out.

 

They are apparently somewhat available, might take a bit of time. Depends on configuration.

If you like, a rep I deal with at a Toronto AD can give you guidance. PM me.

 

Rolex is opening up a new factory to increase production. Though not until 2029.

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/ro...le-switzerland

 

I had to smile when I read this.

Back in the mid-80s, I was in Hong Kong on business, and went wandering through the teeming streets of Kowloon. A street vendor offered me a Rolex for $20. US dollars, but still ..

I said, That's a fake Rolex." He replied, "Yes, but it's a genuine fake."

 

Some of these "super clones" are so good that it's nearly impossible to know if they're fake unless you open them up and check the movement. You also have fakes that use real parts, which is why it's always best to buy from an AD. Even some of these well-known resellers are getting duped.