Okay, so, I’ve been eyeing this Rolex Ref.86348 for a while now, and let me tell you, the journey to actually getting my hands on one has been quite the adventure. I’m not even talking about an official store yet, just getting close to the real deal.
I started by hitting up a bunch of online marketplaces, you know, the usual suspects. I found a few listings for the 86348SAJOR and 86348SABLV models on some platform called Chrono24, but honestly, the prices were all over the place. It’s tough to know what’s a fair price and what’s just someone trying to make a quick buck.
Then I stumbled upon this Japanese luxury watch auction site, Timepeaks. They had some authentic used 86348SABLV models listed. That got me thinking, maybe going the pre-owned route is the way to go? Still, I wasn’t 100% sure.
Digging Deeper
I decided to do some more digging. I learned that the Rolex Pearlmaster, which the 86348 is part of, was originally designed for women. Interesting, right? They introduced it back in 1992, and it’s basically a fancier version of the DateJust. Apparently, in 2015, they launched a “Fancy Orange” Datejust for the Pearlmaster line, and it became super popular.
But here’s the kicker: I couldn’t find any official Rolex stores in my area that actually had the 86348 in stock. They all said it was either out of stock or they simply didn’t carry that specific reference number.
The Official Store Experience
Finally, I managed to track down a Rolex flagship store a few hours away. I called them up, and the sales rep confirmed they had the 86348 in stock. I was ecstatic! I made an appointment to go see it in person.
- The store was impressive, to say the least. All polished glass and hushed tones.
- The sales rep was super helpful and knowledgeable.
- They let me try on the watch, and it was even more beautiful in person. The diamonds, the weight of it, the craftsmanship… it was all top-notch.
We talked about the price, and while it was definitely a splurge, I felt like it was worth it. After all, this is a Rolex, and it’s an investment piece. I ended up pulling the trigger and buying the watch. It was probably one of the most exciting purchases I’ve ever made.
So, yeah, that’s my story of how I scored a Rolex Ref.86348 from an official flagship store. It was a long journey, but definitely worth it in the end. The feeling of finally owning this watch is just amazing. I wear it everyday. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to go admire my new timepiece.
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