First off, you’ve got the whole “where to buy” thing. I saw something about Phoenix Watch Company? They claim to have a “Rolex Submariner with Date 40mm Green Dial 116610LV watch.” Sounds specific, doesn’t it? Might be worth checking out, giving them a ring (that +852 number they listed) and seeing if they *actually* have it, and what kinda shenanigans they’re playing with the price. You know how *that* goes. “Price on request” usually translates to “gonna charge you an arm and a leg if you look remotely interested.”
Then there’s the whole Rolex Forum rabbit hole. Yeah, “Buying Submariner in Hong Kong” threads. Prepare to wade through a TON of opinions. Some people swear by AD’s (Authorized Dealers), saying they’re the only way to go to get a *real* deal…eventually. Others are all about the grey market, saying you can save a buck, but you gotta be *super* careful about fakes and dodgy sellers. Honestly, it’s a gamble either way, isn’t it?
Personally, I kinda lean towards hitting up a reputable grey market dealer, *if* you do your homework. I mean, seriously, *do your homework*. Check their reviews, ask for references, get everything in writing, the whole shebang. Think of it like buying a used car, but…way more expensive. And with the added risk of it being a really, really convincing fake. Scary stuff.
And that green dial Submariner? The “Hulk” (if it’s the one I’m thinking of)? That thing’s a unicorn. Prepare to pay a premium. People *love* those. It’s like, the “I have money and good taste (or at least *think* I do)” watch. So, yeah, expect to shell out some serious cash.
