You might say that every Rolex is hard to come by — the famous Swiss watchmaking brand makes only a limited number of Rolex watches each year, and even the cheapest watches sell for a few thousand dollars. However, there are some Rolex models that are a source of real difficulty. 
While getting your hands on brand new, in-production replica Rolex watches often requires a waitlist at retailers, tracking down a specific discontinued or vintage model can sometimes feel impossible. This situation is exacerbated by the fact that you may not be the only one looking for such hard-to-find models, which makes it more difficult to keep track of available examples.
Given all this, it is perhaps not surprising that one of the most frequently asked questions by collectors is how they can buy the Rolex that everyone wants. Today, we’re going to break down all your options, along with some of the things you should avoid to ensure that you get the Rolex model you want without getting scammed. 
For desirable current-production Rolex watches, you are required to put your name on a waiting list at a Rolex boutique or an authorized retailer. These lists can be years in length, and they don’t always ensure that you will even get one before Rolex stops making the model altogether – which you know can happen without any warning. But, if you want a brand-new model with the full fake Rolex factory warranty, this is still the only way to do it.
Before the internet, local dealers were the go-to way to track down the hard to find Rolex models, mostly because they were the most trusted and connected. And if you have an especially good relationship with your local dealer who sells pre-owned Rolex models, it can still be a good option. However, you need to be at the top of the list for a unique model to ensure you get your hands on one – and chances are you’re not the only one waiting to buy it. What’s more, you can sit on a relatively short local dealer list for years and never receive the watch you want, it totally just depends on what your dealer can source.
Now, the best way to shop for a hard to find Rolex model is through a digital dealer. First and foremost, you’re not banished to a long waiting list with others who are looking for the exact same model. Everyone who can view the website and digital catalog can snap up the watch they want as long as it is available. Secondly, it removes the barriers of borders, allowing you to buy from a trusted dealer you otherwise may have never had access to in your region. In addition, we sometimes buy fake Rolex watches that are completely unworn, complete with original packaging, boxes, and paper, which is a good way to get around long retail waiting lists.
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