Great video. At 10:23, my biggest gripe about Grand Seiko boutiques: They'll show you their beautiful collection... wrapped in plastic! Same presentation at Grand Seiko boutiques in Beverly Hills and Manhattan.
Purchase of same reference number models (ex. Daytona, Sea-dweller and Deepsea) is also limited to 1 piece per 5 years. If you buy SS black dial Daytona (116500LN), you can’t buy SS white dial Daytona (116500LN) for 5 years.
I own 2015 116610LN Submariner, 2017 116622 Yachtmaster & 2018 116500LN Daytona. I think I bought at the right time in the UK. The Grand Seiko beat all those Datejusts in my opinion.
Enjoyed the video and seeing some of the shops I visited while in Tokyo. Pretty interesting regarding the rules to not sell to non-domestic buyers and the limitations on sales (i.e., waiting 1 year) before you could buy another watch). In effect they are selectively rationing and setting up criteria for purchase certain high demand Rolex professional models. I wonder if this practice will find its way to other countries in Asia.
Hey Austin, I bought an OP39 blue dial at the Takashimaya in Tamagawa - apparently this has become quite a rare sight in Japan recently! They also had the 3-6-9 blue OP. Was surprised that the papers would be mailed out in the month following purchase.
Great vid and info! I guess if I go to Japan next year I can skip Rolex! It was the same thing in Italy this past summer, I had the feeling they had the Sub I was asking for in the back but wouldn't sell it to a tourist. It wasn't with all the models, just the really hard to get ones but not the explorer's, yacht master, those were around in the less busy small town stores. It is all done via call these days (in NY anyway) and they decide who to sell the watch to. It is a waste of time to just going into AD's hoping to get lucky. It will be nice when things get back to normal!
Nice! I did the Tokyo AD tour too hitting the same ones as you did before I left Japan. Noticed that you didn't go to the one in Roppongi & Shibuya. I bought my DJ41 from the Mitsukoshi Mae store. Disappointed to hear about the new rule esp now that I've moved out of Japan. W.R.T. developing a relationship with the some of the sales reps, I found the Lexia Rolex in Ginza Six, Mitsukoshi Mae, and the Roppongi ones to be easier. Also glad to see a Grand Seiko on your wrist finally :D. I do love them and used walk into the one in Ginza often as they had their limited store versions. However, still just can't get myself to picking up a GS yet...maybe after owning a few other Rolexes, then maybe. I find the gritty winding of the Spring Drives though a little bit of a turn off.
AD’s selling steel sports models to locals is imo happening in the USA 🇺🇸 right now!! They keep the “good “ stuff in the back room vault and only take them out for their customers who have purchased from them already. My Rolex rep practically told me as much. In the end it comes down to the fact that they can sell to who they want to.
A friend of mine ordered 2 2-tone DJs for his wedding from a AD in Ginza. Just a few days later, when he paid for them, a manger of the shop offered him a SS Daytona. The manager knew he wanted a Daytona and told(lied) him that it just arrived. I think paying 3-5 million yen is required to be a customer In Ginza.
maybe the most collectible current model watch in the world right now, basically guaranteed to double your money if you can get one at retail, this is just reality
I personally really like the blue-dial Datejust(s)/OPs. Although I LOVE a white dial datejust with fluted bezel+jubilee bracelet, and preferably cherry on the top is big roman numerals but batons great as well.
@@watchsymposium Buckley Dials are named after collector John Buckley! A true Buckley dial must be: Painted black,champagne or white roman markers on white, black, blue or the very rare grey background! Black or white Buckley hands make the look complete! These dials were available on non quickset models from the mid 1970's to the quickset models of the 1980's. These were the very first "exotic" datejust dials and laid the groundwork for the later: Applied small roman dial Applied big roman dial Pyramid big roman dial First generation jubilee dial, also known as the potato chip dial. Remember, these Buckley dials were also made for non quickset presidents, early Oysterquartz and ladies models!
Buy 5 digit serial number sub ... you wont loose with it... the new ceramic might dip but the pre ceramic can still be had at a good deal and wont dip they dont make em any more
Even though I know a watch can be an investment and I can guess what would makes sense to find, I like some of the unpopular Rolex versions. I would be fine finding a used Oyster Perp in an odd color knowing it will loose some value or stagnate over time. Im looking at a 39mm grape red dial lol.
Austin do you think it is better to buy a Rolex out of the case at RSC to get access to the top 12 stuff, or just overpay for the exact watch you want?
I bought a steel datejust (the white roman dial, smooth bezel, jubilee which happened to be just what I wanted) at Ginza/Lexia about a month ago and the salesperson there was very cool. I've stopped in once since to say hello and plan try to develop the relationship & see what happens. Good thing I have a gaijin card :-)
Coming back to Tokyo in 3 weeks! Been watching your channel since before my first trip to Tokyo last year and guided me through my first purchase in Nakano. Sad to see Rolex Japan’s policy on holding hot models for locals. You recommend a local friend coming with me when I go around the Rolex stores? Also cool if you could talk about the exchange rates in Japan and if it’s worth it buying there as opposed to the US. I know you had a video on this but it was way back.
"You recommend a local friend coming with me when I go around the Rolex stores?" Well, they would be able to get you one of the top 12 models, IF - and that's a massive IF - you were to stumble upon one. That said, the card would be registered to the local, and be sent to their address within a month. And the local would have to wait a full year before being able to get another top 12 model. So, it's super messy to say the least. This is the place for vintage though - visitors don't have to pay tax.
John Bennett I went there last year and going there in 3 weeks, usually the 2nd hand stores have 2 prices the price with tax locals pays and price without tax that foreigners pay. Just be sure to bring your passport. They need it to give you the no tax price.
@@johnbennett2744 Mico said it - just bring your passport and you won't have to pay tax when you buy the watch. There are several good areas, but I'd be sure to go here: th-cam.com/video/7m6MLpb17XY/w-d-xo.html
Wow that awesome pilgrimage around Tokyo center ! I tried that too but I covered the southern part of Tokyo around Roppongi, Shibuya, Setagaya.. I was kind of lucky enough to get a OP 39mm white dial (2018) right out of the case which is becoming rarer now and then. The store attitude is cold and all but it is the first step to get yourself into the waiting list for SS models
Bubble hasn’t burst, but it supposedly is a little riskier now buying certain models with intentions of immediately flipping it, the markup isn’t as high on some websites.
Ben Pollard correct- the inflated prices have dropped and slightly corrected. However prices are STILL unreasonably high. Daytona and Skydweller are still through the roof and the ss models are still NEVER on display and still command a premium. They just simply reached a ridiculous high with the inevitable drop. When I can walk into AD and get at least ONE ss model Rolex at retail in the display window- I’ll know the bubble has burst for the most part (excluding the ever elusive Daytona)
@@SHONUFF772 should have bursted before but its happening now, its ironic for those people who bought the stuff over retail and thought those would retain the value,smh
Where abouts do you live ? There is alot of them on chrono24 ... there are selling over retail tho but if your willing to pay theres lots to be had. Think this is s good watch to invest in... it's a anniversary dial and Daytona... good choice ying
Daniel pererira I live in NY . Some of them are stated custom green . At the end of the day if I were to buy a very expensive watch . I prefer all original . 98% is not from AD . They are from jeweler .i spoke am with a AD yesterday and what they told me is , they sold a watch to a customer then came back within a week for exchange and they find out the inside watch have been change . Very scary . I know AD have them but they are not selling it . Maybe for VIP if there own . I would not mind buying a use , but knowing they brought it from AD which they want to flip and make money .
Oh yes that is abit of a worry... if I was you then I would keep trying all the ads in America... your lucky you live there ... hear in Australia stock is so much more limited and gray markets are so expensive... all the best bud would love to have a soild gold Daytona ... but will have to stick to my 16610T
The not selling to foreigners thing definitely wouldn’t fly in the US. Businesses can refuse to do business with anybody for any or no reason EXCEPT a wrongful reason- meaning discriminating against a protected class. National origin is indisputably protected class.
@@treedillinger5801 Welcome to a country that puts itself first. In fact, America is the only country I've been to where saying "America First" or " First" is even a tiny bit controversial.
BC Drummer ...I’m not here to discuss politics- but there’s a whole history in this country of signs reading “whites only” “no Irish need apply” etc. I don’t look at those as the good old days.
@@treedillinger5801I'm American living in Japan dude; I'm a jazz musician. The US history you speak of is neither more nor less horrible than a hundred histories around the world where various oppressions took place in the historic past - between various peoples of color and each other, between whites and other whites, and any permutation you care to think of. Historical racial injustices from around the world, including the US, have nothing to do with this conversation. The fact is that currently around the world many (most) major countries have controlled borders, controlled immigration, and they look after their legal residents first. And, they all put their country "first". As they should. That's it bro.
6:44 OH SHIT! THAT'S MY DREAM DATEJUST!!! Love it. Thy perfect beautiful DateJust. Oh you saw three of those dream DJs of mine... The only problem is, it's 36mm so (probably) a bit too small for my large wrist(s). But otherwise, lovely. I love a white dial DJ, 41mm too.
That red-dialed Day-Date and the red GS Hi-beat were definitely the best! That gold, brown-dialed Day-Date was also pretty sexy! There were two more people with you? Residents of Japan?
You know what Austin, I find nearly all AD’s cold. I don’t like the experience of shopping in any of them (Australia), hence I take the risk online. Shame really. Great video by the way 👍
Bruce, I have found J Farrer Price in Sydney fabulous to deal with. Been buying watches there for over 15 years. Sadly, like all Rolex dealers, they lack stock. But great people.
All these rules and regulations on purchasing a Rolex, pure madness that people are still prepared to put up with this nonsense, it really just goes to show how easily the public with sheep mentalaty can be manipulated and keep coming back for more.
@@mattesquivel6538 def the best. The best accuracy. The best brand image and recognition. Cheap. Good durability. Amazing bracelets .. the design is also good. Like they are by far the best. Nothing comes even close as the whole package.
Thanks for doing the leg work. It was a pretty depressing video. Anyway, I can confirm this new rule from Rolex. Was on holiday in Australia, the AD asked if I was local. They can't sell the popular models to tourist.
Yes, I think that would be a lot easier to get than the top 12. I even think some AD's might actively try to get that watch for you, while they wouldn't even consider taking your name down for a steel pro model.
Rolex needs to implement the region and period lock for all countries and hopefully that will eradicate the pesky grey market dealers who get their stock directly from shady AD dealings
Color dials on day/date seem passé, just me. I can see why the AD's have all the same type of watches available for sale. Just kind of bland. If you like that line of Rolex, you in luck with a purchase. But, those stainless steel sports you mention are timeless investments. Hard to buy in major market AD shops.
The money you spent before you able to access the professional models is totally uncertain. I would just go grey right off (could be cheaper in the sense that you don’t need to feed the AD), save my time and all sort of AD nonsense.
Austin, Thank you for taking the time to visit AD in Tokyo. I didn't realize there is new restrictions and saved me a trip to visiting multiple AD in Tokyo (will visit JPN March 2020).
I'm watching this and wearing an Invicta grand diver. Yeah 47 mm is huge for a watch but damn Rolex is too controlling, don't forget Rolex is mass produced watches not custom
You realize that the average Joe or Jane notices an Omega planet ocean just as well as any steel Rolex. Shopping for an Omega generates none of the aggravation shopping for a Rolex gives you. I think shopping for a Rolex steel professional model is for masochist....10 stores in one day.
I've seen a few if your videos. You sure do have a lot of opinions. But you never buy a watch in any video? You might as well name the videos to "Harassing the AD's around the world".
These “rules” stating that no tourists may buy certain watches and locals may only buy them once every five years are a bit Orwellian. You should have picked up the Speedy. Better bang for your yen and no big brother tactics.
Rolex isn’t stupid they know what the consumer wants……So why are they not giving it to us???…… Time to boycott until they release the watches we want to purchase
If everyone could just go in and buy what Rolex they wanted off the shelf at AD's no one (majority) would want them. People tend to want things that are rare or hard to attain. Just think about some patek owners who don't know shit about watches but turn their nose at other brands, with price their only benchmark in quality and renown. Pre ceramic sport rolex's are tacky in quality but people want it as a status symbol not for the craftmanship.
That’s ridiculous, over the last year I’ve been at least 15 a D’s and I have not seen even one desirable sports model Rolex, including the boutique in Manhattan fifth Avenue, that’s very over the top and there should be some consumer backlash
Although it's very modern and aware, Northeast Asia is still one of the strangest places in the world. You live in Japan, I live in South Korea. Natives will usually get preferential treatment although wealth seems to trump that. I once drove to a business meeting in a new BMW 750Li (not my car). This was in 2006. The people in the parking garage were bowing to the car. So I think wealth combined with nativism dictates who gets the Rolexes. And they see nothing wrong in this kind of discrimination. It's a different way of thinking.
I have bought several Seiko 5 watches over the years and never had a problem with supply or demand! I currently wear an SNK357K1, which has a dark blue dial embossed very subtly with little 5 emblems. I love it, and it cost £70 brand new. I just don't understand Rolex. If you're selling like hot cakes, make more cakes!
I refuse to buy a watch from a company that refuses to sell me one. Plenty of other manufacturers to spend my thousands with that will gladly take my credit card.
Good informative video, glad your not jumping on the sensationalist , click bait , antics of other watch youtuber's . I appreciate that.
Very informative. Thanks for putting it together.
Great content Austin! Really liked it. Also I hope to see more windowshopping videos in the future.
Another great watch shopping video Austin. Keep them coming!
Best video to date! Good job Austin.
Thanks for the SS availability and situation in Japan. Very informative
1:34 That Day Date on the leather strap is perfect.
Great video. At 10:23, my biggest gripe about Grand Seiko boutiques: They'll show you their beautiful collection... wrapped in plastic! Same presentation at Grand Seiko boutiques in Beverly Hills and Manhattan.
Thank you very much for the reviews and showing us around the Rolex AD's in Tokyo. I like the white dial Datejust.
Purchase of same reference number models (ex. Daytona, Sea-dweller and Deepsea) is also limited to 1 piece per 5 years.
If you buy SS black dial Daytona (116500LN), you can’t buy SS white dial Daytona (116500LN) for 5 years.
Amazing Rolex and other watches video . I want to know if you know where can I get my hands on a all gold Daytona with green dial .please help
🤣🤣🤣
What an excellent video, really highlights availability of rolex watches in stores nowadays (or lack of it), really ridicilous if you think about it
Time well spent ! Thx AD
I own 2015 116610LN Submariner, 2017 116622 Yachtmaster & 2018 116500LN Daytona. I think I bought at the right time in the UK.
The Grand Seiko beat all those Datejusts in my opinion.
Great video Austin.
Enjoyed the video and seeing some of the shops I visited while in Tokyo. Pretty interesting regarding the rules to not sell to non-domestic buyers and the limitations on sales (i.e., waiting 1 year) before you could buy another watch). In effect they are selectively rationing and setting up criteria for purchase certain high demand Rolex professional models. I wonder if this practice will find its way to other countries in Asia.
Hey Austin, I bought an OP39 blue dial at the Takashimaya in Tamagawa - apparently this has become quite a rare sight in Japan recently! They also had the 3-6-9 blue OP. Was surprised that the papers would be mailed out in the month following purchase.
Buckley dials are painted on Austin hope this helps!
Thanks for clarifying - I didn't know that!
Great vid and info! I guess if I go to Japan next year I can skip Rolex! It was the same thing in Italy this past summer, I had the feeling they had the Sub I was asking for in the back but wouldn't sell it to a tourist. It wasn't with all the models, just the really hard to get ones but not the explorer's, yacht master, those were around in the less busy small town stores. It is all done via call these days (in NY anyway) and they decide who to sell the watch to. It is a waste of time to just going into AD's hoping to get lucky. It will be nice when things get back to normal!
Nice video and well made.
Great video man. Also no datejust 41 black dial, smooth bezel on oyster. It’s the next sports model
Buckley dials are specifically painted roman numerals.
Thanks for clarifying that!
Nice! I did the Tokyo AD tour too hitting the same ones as you did before I left Japan. Noticed that you didn't go to the one in Roppongi & Shibuya. I bought my DJ41 from the Mitsukoshi Mae store. Disappointed to hear about the new rule esp now that I've moved out of Japan. W.R.T. developing a relationship with the some of the sales reps, I found the Lexia Rolex in Ginza Six, Mitsukoshi Mae, and the Roppongi ones to be easier.
Also glad to see a Grand Seiko on your wrist finally :D. I do love them and used walk into the one in Ginza often as they had their limited store versions. However, still just can't get myself to picking up a GS yet...maybe after owning a few other Rolexes, then maybe. I find the gritty winding of the Spring Drives though a little bit of a turn off.
Austin, I have an OP39 white and it’s silvery white. Is the Datejust white as white as your EX 2?
Randy
Nice video again Austin.
Will be there for a few months again soon.
Great piece. Thanks for the hard miles.
AD’s selling steel sports models to locals is imo happening in the USA 🇺🇸 right now!! They keep the “good “ stuff in the back room vault and only take them out for their customers who have purchased from them already. My Rolex rep practically told me as much. In the end it comes down to the fact that they can sell to who they want to.
And you think this is right ? Omg
@@davidcoleman2463 it's just accepting reality
You may be right. But it would take an insider to reveal if this is a fact. 👍
Fast track exploration of Rolex ADs, with some expectesd and some totally unexpected outcomes. Well done !!!
I like the white dial Datejust. But 36mm looks silly on me imo. That dial on the GS is awesome. Cool video Austin, thanks.
That leather band yellow gold day date was gorgeous.
Great Job.. very entertaining video
Thanks!
A friend of mine ordered 2 2-tone DJs for his wedding from a AD in Ginza.
Just a few days later, when he paid for them, a manger of the shop offered him a SS Daytona.
The manager knew he wanted a Daytona and told(lied) him that it just arrived.
I think paying 3-5 million yen is required to be a customer In Ginza.
sad
maybe the most collectible current model watch in the world right now, basically guaranteed to double your money if you can get one at retail, this is just reality
That’s how most ad are
Rolex is
getting plan weird in there dealings, not even money is enough.
Nice vid Austin! Way to go with boots on the ground. Cool news on the new rule.
Great vid Austin really enjoy the shopping vlogs, I hope you also have used content. That meteorite dial with diamonds is something special.
Went to a Rolex Ad in miami and they have the Tudor BB 58
mario siaven which AD in Miami?
@@jmiamiflorida like hes going to tell you numpty
I personally really like the blue-dial Datejust(s)/OPs. Although I LOVE a white dial datejust with fluted bezel+jubilee bracelet, and preferably cherry on the top is big roman numerals but batons great as well.
That isn't the Buckley dial on that Datejust, those are applied Roman numerals in gold. Buckley dials are painted with black hands!
Right on; so I've come to learn. Cheers!
@@watchsymposium Buckley Dials are named after collector John Buckley! A true Buckley dial must be: Painted black,champagne or white roman markers on white, black, blue or the very rare grey background! Black or white Buckley hands make the look complete! These dials were available on non quickset models from the mid 1970's to the quickset models of the 1980's. These were the very first "exotic" datejust dials and laid the groundwork for the later:
Applied small roman dial
Applied big roman dial
Pyramid big roman dial
First generation jubilee dial, also known as the potato chip dial.
Remember, these Buckley dials were also made for non quickset presidents, early Oysterquartz and ladies models!
Excellent information - thank you!
Hi Austin, great vid. Where is the Omega AD with the Speedy Panda? I'm here in Tokyo and might want to get it
That was the single one that was NOT for sale. It was a display model. You could buy one of the other 4 though. It was Isetan in Shinjuku.
Can you stear me in the right direction to purchase my first Rolex, any suggestions?
Buy 5 digit serial number sub ... you wont loose with it... the new ceramic might dip but the pre ceramic can still be had at a good deal and wont dip they dont make em any more
Even though I know a watch can be an investment and I can guess what would makes sense to find, I like some of the unpopular Rolex versions. I would be fine finding a used Oyster Perp in an odd color knowing it will loose some value or stagnate over time. Im looking at a 39mm grape red dial lol.
Austin do you think it is better to buy a Rolex out of the case at RSC to get access to the top 12 stuff, or just overpay for the exact watch you want?
Hi Austin, can you let me know is there a Rolex AD in Yokohama. I will be over there in February and would like to see what is available. Cheers David
There're two. If you go to the Rolex website, and go to the store locator, you can see them.
did any of the AD's had the 36mm datejust black face with jubilee bracelet? (not the roman numerals, the original one)
I can't remember if I saw that configuration. But I don't think it would be too hard to find it.
@@watchsymposium Thanks Austin, great post as always
Any source of second hand market of Rolex in Tokyo you can recommend? Thanks
Great job Austin 👍
I bought a steel datejust (the white roman dial, smooth bezel, jubilee which happened to be just what I wanted) at Ginza/Lexia about a month ago and the salesperson there was very cool. I've stopped in once since to say hello and plan try to develop the relationship & see what happens. Good thing I have a gaijin card :-)
this is great, that godzilla!!!!! subbed!!!!!!!!
Wait were those people (0:45) really lining-up to hit Rolex? Or just Daimaru in general?
Just Daimaru in general. :)
Coming back to Tokyo in 3 weeks! Been watching your channel since before my first trip to Tokyo last year and guided me through my first purchase in Nakano.
Sad to see Rolex Japan’s policy on holding hot models for locals. You recommend a local friend coming with me when I go around the Rolex stores?
Also cool if you could talk about the exchange rates in Japan and if it’s worth it buying there as opposed to the US. I know you had a video on this but it was way back.
"You recommend a local friend coming with me when I go around the Rolex stores?"
Well, they would be able to get you one of the top 12 models, IF - and that's a massive IF - you were to stumble upon one. That said, the card would be registered to the local, and be sent to their address within a month. And the local would have to wait a full year before being able to get another top 12 model. So, it's super messy to say the least.
This is the place for vintage though - visitors don't have to pay tax.
John Bennett I went there last year and going there in 3 weeks, usually the 2nd hand stores have 2 prices the price with tax locals pays and price without tax that foreigners pay. Just be sure to bring your passport. They need it to give you the no tax price.
@@johnbennett2744 Mico said it - just bring your passport and you won't have to pay tax when you buy the watch. There are several good areas, but I'd be sure to go here: th-cam.com/video/7m6MLpb17XY/w-d-xo.html
@@johnbennett2744 Oh ya, they'll certainly be a premium.
Do you know the ref. number for the panda Speedmaster. I cannot find it on omegas website.
It's probably only on the Omega Japan site. But it's 522.30.42.30.04.001
Wow that awesome pilgrimage around Tokyo center ! I tried that too but I covered the southern part of Tokyo around Roppongi, Shibuya, Setagaya.. I was kind of lucky enough to get a OP 39mm white dial (2018) right out of the case which is becoming rarer now and then. The store attitude is cold and all but it is the first step to get yourself into the waiting list for SS models
Can someone tell me what is oister perpetual and there is no date in the watch
Interesting info! Is it still far game at the grey market dealers! Love the videos!
Just came across your channel. Thanks for sharing.. u look like the PPAP guy tho...
Thanks!
Fun video, thanks for doing all the heavy lifting 💪😎
Are these AD rules still apply now ?
So basically.......nothing has changed. Anyone still think that the Rolex bubble has burst????
Bubble hasn’t burst, but it supposedly is a little riskier now buying certain models with intentions of immediately flipping it, the markup isn’t as high on some websites.
Ben Pollard correct- the inflated prices have dropped and slightly corrected. However prices are STILL unreasonably high. Daytona and Skydweller are still through the roof and the ss models are still NEVER on display and still command a premium. They just simply reached a ridiculous high with the inevitable drop. When I can walk into AD and get at least ONE ss model Rolex at retail in the display window- I’ll know the bubble has burst for the most part (excluding the ever elusive Daytona)
its bursting now lol
kevin xue lol yeah....4 months later because of a worldwide pandemic
@@SHONUFF772 should have bursted before but its happening now, its ironic for those people who bought the stuff over retail and thought those would retain the value,smh
I think I'm lucky, at Japan atm, found a datejust 41 blue dial ss/wg and omega Speedmaster panda, I bought the panda!
Can you help ? Looking for a all gold Daytona with green dial ?
So am i
Daniel pererira this is the hardest find . This watch is one of the most iconic watch . I think .
Where abouts do you live ? There is alot of them on chrono24 ... there are selling over retail tho but if your willing to pay theres lots to be had. Think this is s good watch to invest in... it's a anniversary dial and Daytona... good choice ying
Daniel pererira I live in NY . Some of them are stated custom green . At the end of the day if I were to buy a very expensive watch . I prefer all original . 98% is not from AD . They are from jeweler .i spoke am with a AD yesterday and what they told me is , they sold a watch to a customer then came back within a week for exchange and they find out the inside watch have been change . Very scary . I know AD have them but they are not selling it . Maybe for VIP if there own . I would not mind buying a use , but knowing they brought it from AD which they want to flip and make money .
Oh yes that is abit of a worry... if I was you then I would keep trying all the ads in America... your lucky you live there ... hear in Australia stock is so much more limited and gray markets are so expensive... all the best bud would love to have a soild gold Daytona ... but will have to stick to my 16610T
You're a man on a "Rolex AD" mission
What about the new panda seamaster 300m?
The not selling to foreigners thing definitely wouldn’t fly in the US. Businesses can refuse to do business with anybody for any or no reason EXCEPT a wrongful reason- meaning discriminating against a protected class. National origin is indisputably protected class.
The Japanese are laughing at you now
Horace Phistbump ...I don’t even know where I’d start, so I won’t bother.
@@treedillinger5801 Welcome to a country that puts itself first. In fact, America is the only country I've been to where saying "America First" or " First" is even a tiny bit controversial.
BC Drummer ...I’m not here to discuss politics- but there’s a whole history in this country of signs reading “whites only” “no Irish need apply” etc. I don’t look at those as the good old days.
@@treedillinger5801I'm American living in Japan dude; I'm a jazz musician. The US history you speak of is neither more nor less horrible than a hundred histories around the world where various oppressions took place in the historic past - between various peoples of color and each other, between whites and other whites, and any permutation you care to think of.
Historical racial injustices from around the world, including the US, have nothing to do with this conversation. The fact is that currently around the world many (most) major countries have controlled borders, controlled immigration, and they look after their legal residents first. And, they all put their country "first". As they should. That's it bro.
6:44 OH SHIT! THAT'S MY DREAM DATEJUST!!! Love it. Thy perfect beautiful DateJust. Oh you saw three of those dream DJs of mine... The only problem is, it's 36mm so (probably) a bit too small for my large wrist(s). But otherwise, lovely. I love a white dial DJ, 41mm too.
That red-dialed Day-Date and the red GS Hi-beat were definitely the best! That gold, brown-dialed Day-Date was also pretty sexy!
There were two more people with you? Residents of Japan?
MainerInJapan I tagged along for company. Resident of Japan.
Great video! But it reinforces where we are at 😕
You know what Austin, I find nearly all AD’s cold. I don’t like the experience of shopping in any of them (Australia), hence I take the risk online. Shame really. Great video by the way 👍
Bruce, I have found J Farrer Price in Sydney fabulous to deal with. Been buying watches there for over 15 years. Sadly, like all Rolex dealers, they lack stock. But great people.
They are Not Buckley dials,they are Buckley style dials.
Genuine Buckley dials are much sought after and sell for a healthy premium
All these rules and regulations on purchasing a Rolex, pure madness that people are still prepared to put up with this nonsense, it really just goes to show how easily the public with sheep mentalaty can be manipulated and keep coming back for more.
Best swiss watch in the world ? Maybe that had something to do with it?
@@sergeyzerkin8029 correction most famous swiss watch brand in the world, doesn't mean the best swiss watch in the world there is a difference.
@@marcocastagnetti7086 explain
In the top 5 but not the best
@@mattesquivel6538 def the best. The best accuracy. The best brand image and recognition. Cheap. Good durability. Amazing bracelets .. the design is also good. Like they are by far the best. Nothing comes even close as the whole package.
Rolex is ridiculous but I still love them
Apparently Rolex bubble has not burst in Japan yet...
It hasn’t burst in the U.S. either.
It hasn’t burst anywhere in planet earth.
Thanks for doing the leg work. It was a pretty depressing video. Anyway, I can confirm this new rule from Rolex. Was on holiday in Australia, the AD asked if I was local. They can't sell the popular models to tourist.
That would never fly in the US as it is clearly discrimination based on national origin, which is blatantly unconstitutional.
That red Grand Seiko you tried on is incredible.
Steven The T I picked up the new grand seiko Godzilla wirh is stunning
Hi Daniel, according to your research on those ADs, do you think datejust 41 is also hard to get ?
Yes, I think that would be a lot easier to get than the top 12. I even think some AD's might actively try to get that watch for you, while they wouldn't even consider taking your name down for a steel pro model.
The Moonphase complication 🔥🔥🔥
Rolex needs to implement the region and period lock for all countries and hopefully that will eradicate the pesky grey market dealers who get their stock directly from shady AD dealings
even though Daniels is creepy in his own way, this channel is more informative than Archie fat boy's one.
I know that I chose right model when I got 2019 Batman!!!
My favorite model among the current ones!
It's funny, literally the only two colors for a dial is white and black.
Rolex is really fucking up the market by not increasing qty or prices.
Stop saying this watch has a buckley dial and go read what a buckley dial is... It was last made in the 80’s!!!
There’s a P-01 in a window in Auckland
Color dials on day/date seem passé, just me. I can see why the AD's have all the same type of watches available for sale. Just kind of bland. If you like that line of Rolex, you in luck with a purchase. But, those stainless steel sports you mention are timeless investments. Hard to buy in major market AD shops.
The money you spent before you able to access the professional models is totally uncertain. I would just go grey right off (could be cheaper in the sense that you don’t need to feed the AD), save my time and all sort of AD nonsense.
Fun day!
Japan has only Japanese imports that are for only the Japanese market. Even they know Rolex is better than most Seikos.
They sell to people who appreciate watch and not for those who flip it.
AND have bought something in the display cases.
Austin, Thank you for taking the time to visit AD in Tokyo. I didn't realize there is new restrictions and saved me a trip to visiting multiple AD in Tokyo (will visit JPN March 2020).
Thanks - glad you found it useful!
Gai jin card??
I'm watching this and wearing an Invicta grand diver. Yeah 47 mm is huge for a watch but damn Rolex is too controlling, don't forget Rolex is mass produced watches not custom
You realize that the average Joe or Jane notices an Omega planet ocean just as well as any steel Rolex. Shopping for an Omega generates none of the aggravation shopping for a Rolex gives you. I think shopping for a Rolex steel professional model is for masochist....10 stores in one day.
I've seen a few if your videos. You sure do have a lot of opinions. But you never buy a watch in any video? You might as well name the videos to "Harassing the AD's around the world".
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These “rules” stating that no tourists may buy certain watches and locals may only buy them once every five years are a bit Orwellian. You should have picked up the Speedy. Better bang for your yen and no big brother tactics.
Rolex nerd isn’t watch nerd.
A Rolex nerd is logically a subset of watch nerds.
What’s mean by AD ?
Short for Authorized Dealer.
Hmm, getting tired of these "available" Rolex models.
Only shit out there is Datejust.. Milgaouss.. forget about it
Rolex isn’t stupid they know what the consumer wants……So why are they not giving it to us???…… Time to boycott until they release the watches we want to purchase
If everyone could just go in and buy what Rolex they wanted off the shelf at AD's no one (majority) would want them. People tend to want things that are rare or hard to attain. Just think about some patek owners who don't know shit about watches but turn their nose at other brands, with price their only benchmark in quality and renown. Pre ceramic sport rolex's are tacky in quality but people want it as a status symbol not for the craftmanship.
That’s ridiculous, over the last year I’ve been at least 15 a D’s and I have not seen even one desirable sports model Rolex, including the boutique in Manhattan fifth Avenue, that’s very over the top and there should be some consumer backlash
Although it's very modern and aware, Northeast Asia is still one of the strangest places in the world. You live in Japan, I live in South Korea. Natives will usually get preferential treatment although wealth seems to trump that. I once drove to a business meeting in a new BMW 750Li (not my car). This was in 2006. The people in the parking garage were bowing to the car. So I think wealth combined with nativism dictates who gets the Rolexes. And they see nothing wrong in this kind of discrimination. It's a different way of thinking.
I have bought several Seiko 5 watches over the years and never had a problem with supply or demand! I currently wear an SNK357K1, which has a dark blue dial embossed very subtly with little 5 emblems. I love it, and it cost £70 brand new. I just don't understand Rolex. If you're selling like hot cakes, make more cakes!
I refuse to buy a watch from a company that refuses to sell me one. Plenty of other manufacturers to spend my thousands with that will gladly take my credit card.