Authorized Rolex Dealer in Shanghai?

[sportura]

I'm on my way to China and am wondering if anyone knows if there are authorized Rolex dealers in Shanghai?

Want to pick one up when I'm over here.

TIA

[Darkangel]

Hmm...I could't find it on the Rolex site.

[mbogo]

If you are in the USA, dial the toll-free number on Rolex' site. They will tell you the names and addresses of Official Rolex Retailers where you're headed.

George

[sportura]

Thanks guys.....I'm in China right now so can't call Rolex US.

Their website lists authorized service centers and not authorized sales showrooms.

Looking for a specific watch for the wife and am trying to track it down before hitting Shanghai and wandering under a tight timeline.

Any other ideas?

TIA

[Queen6]

Thanks guys.....I'm in China right now so can't call Rolex US.

Their website lists authorized service centers and not authorized sales showrooms.

Looking for a specific watch for the wife and am trying to track it down before hitting Shanghai and wandering under a tight timeline.

Any other ideas?

TIA

Why not call the RSC in Beijing (010 8518 8608) they will have information on all AD`s in China.

[cnmark]

Sorry, overlooked the post.
I lived in Shanghai for 5 years before moving to Zhuhai...

So:
Check out the Central Huaihai Road (淮海中路). From the Shaanxi South Road (陕西南路) subway station walk eastward on the left (northern) side of the road. You will find a large watchstore that carries Rolex and Tudor. Cannot confirm their AD status though, as i forgot the name.
Forget all stores you might find in the pedestrians zone of Nanjing East Road (南京东路) or further east on the same road towards the Bund. The Shanghaiese shop on Huaihai Road - Nanjing East Road is for the tourists.

But: Better forget it, due to price level. Price on the tags higher than in the US, your chances to bargain it down are directly proportional to your chinese language ability. If you're looking for a special piece and the dealer notices that you really want it then chances for a bargain are close to nil, you might get about 15% off the price tag - and this puts you to US MSRP.

If your tight timeline allows, or if it's already on schedule, check out Hong Kong or even better Macau.