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Massive Stainless Steel Unavailability
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Just got mine two days ago at a Bestbuy in MA. 44 MM SS Gold
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Same here!
The stores near me had a big influx it seems. I was surprised to see availability at two stores on Tuesday. Then early yesterday morning I noticed many stores had the 40mm SS with sport band in stock but thought they'd sell out fairly quickly. At 11:30am I went online (Apple Store) and they were still available so I ordered one for in store pick up, got it that afternoon. I'm not sure about the 44mm but after there being zero stock the past while near me every time I checked I was surprised to find the 40mm suddenly in stock and enough quantity to still be available mid-day.
Considering supply versus demand, I would agree with this. The aluminum model is far more in stock also in third-party retailers over stainless as well.
I think there’s definitely been some level of stock received this week for certain areas for the stores and for the carriers as well (at least Verizon). It may be worth the gamble to walk-in or call-in to see what is in stock for purchase.
Not only was I able to find the GSS Milanese Loop 40mm (non-existent in my area since launch) by walking into the Apple store on Tuesday, but Verizon has shipped the pre-order I had in with them 5 weeks early! Yes, I canceled the order, but it shipped anyway and will be here Friday. Point being, if Verizon is suddenly able to fulfill on a product that is showing backordered until early to mid-November, this may be the time to do some stalking and hunting.
May the odds be ever in your favor and I’ll certainly post if I see anything pop up that can help anyone here.
My guess is tomorrow along with the Nike+ stock. Maybe it arrives in store today. Keep a look out.
Another day lurking istocknow.com
I have a SBSS but I have this special feeling for the Silver. Have to decide to return my SB my Saturday.. ugh. I do love it too but that SS Silver can't get outta my head
I have a SBSS but I have this special feeling for the Silver. Have to decide to return my SB my Saturday.. ugh. I do love it too but that SS Silver can't get outta my head
Much like the Max everyone wants the biggest one abailable.
Let me know if you'd be interested in working something out! My return period ends tomorrow so I'll make my decision then.
It's really bad, I agree. I would have THOUGHT there would be at least some 44mm Silver Stainless someone near me by now (Philly area). The stores all around here and NJ are just not getting stock (I check that iStockNow page every morning, few times a day.) Im not sure if it's 100% accurate or what.
Few 40mm Silver SS with the milanese loop, that's about it. Bigger selection in Manhattan of 44mm SS Silver - BUT these are Hermes watches. I don't need that
I'm STILL tempted to simply exchange my 44 SG Alum. Few more days until I can return it...then just place an order on Apple for the SS Silver - then wait the long 4-5 weeks until it arrives.
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Heck, I tend to believe you. I have an Apple Store just a few miles away, I'll stop in and just ask if they have one. Maybe call around at the others. The Apple site - even if I wanted to order it now for pick up..I can't that site shows "Unavailable" as well for the stores in my area.
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LOL, I hate this. And I'm leaning towards when your thinking also. I have until Sat to return mine...get the full refund back. I SWEAR if I don't return it, and I DO see 44mm Steels pop up my this coming Monday - past my 14 day return, it would upset me
Even though I have the 44m alum, I love the watch, seeing the photos of the SS...I'm obsessed with it, I even think about it while 1/2 asleep. It's really starting to bug me. (I may need therapy!) lol
Few 40mm Silver SS with the milanese loop, that's about it. Bigger selection in Manhattan of 44mm SS Silver - BUT these are Hermes watches. I don't need that
I'm STILL tempted to simply exchange my 44 SG Alum. Few more days until I can return it...then just place an order on Apple for the SS Silver - then wait the long 4-5 weeks until it arrives.
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Heck, I tend to believe you. I have an Apple Store just a few miles away, I'll stop in and just ask if they have one. Maybe call around at the others. The Apple site - even if I wanted to order it now for pick up..I can't that site shows "Unavailable" as well for the stores in my area.
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LOL, I hate this. And I'm leaning towards when your thinking also. I have until Sat to return mine...get the full refund back. I SWEAR if I don't return it, and I DO see 44mm Steels pop up my this coming Monday - past my 14 day return, it would upset me
Even though I have the 44m alum, I love the watch, seeing the photos of the SS...I'm obsessed with it, I even think about it while 1/2 asleep. It's really starting to bug me. (I may need therapy!) lol
It's all part of the fun I guess...It's really bad, I agree. I would have THOUGHT there would be at least some 44mm Silver Stainless someone near me by now (Philly area). The stores all around here and NJ are just not getting stock (I check that iStockNow page every morning, few times a day.) Im not sure if it's 100% accurate or what.
Few 40mm Silver SS with the milanese loop, that's about it. Bigger selection in Manhattan of 44mm SS Silver - BUT these are Hermes watches. I don't need that
I'm STILL tempted to simply exchange my 44 SG Alum. Few more days until I can return it...then just place an order on Apple for the SS Silver - then wait the long 4-5 weeks until it arrives.
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Heck, I tend to believe you. I have an Apple Store just a few miles away, I'll stop in and just ask if they have one. Maybe call around at the others. The Apple site - even if I wanted to order it now for pick up..I can't that site shows "Unavailable" as well for the stores in my area.
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LOL, I hate this. And I'm leaning towards when your thinking also. I have until Sat to return mine...get the full refund back. I SWEAR if I don't return it, and I DO see 44mm Steels pop up my this coming Monday - past my 14 day return, it would upset me
Even though I have the 44m alum, I love the watch, seeing the photos of the SS...I'm obsessed with it, I even think about it while 1/2 asleep. It's really starting to bug me. (I may need therapy!) lol
Stainless is definitely the way to go. I just don't trust myself and the Ion-X Glass. The Sapphire is nearly unscratchable. 3.5 years with my Series 0 and not a single mark even after mashing it on brick walls, doors, and any number of other surfaces.
If you plan to keep it for at least 2 years, go for it
Same exact feeling. I had the Series 1 Sport, I was pretty good with it - few close calls but the fear in the back of my mind - one quick "bang" thats all it will take.
My Series 1 black Stainless steel is still in darn near mint condition., not a single scratch. The hunt is always exciting..and perhaps I get TOO excited and jump the gun too fast not thinking it through. When I saw the S4 in stock at the Apple Store STILL in stock about 20 miles from me on 9/22 around 1pmET, I headed there - didn't buy it online thinking (if its there, its mine. If its sold out..no big deal) It was, I got one.
But seeing the SS in person a few days ago, trying it on...the silver which would be a real nice change compared to my old black SS, and SG Alum. (Too many black watches, it would be nice to switch it up for a change)
No question I would keep it for 2 years+
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The hunt CAN be fun for us geeks (Im a geek I admit...lol) But yes the wait, low stock. Not being able to buy a 44 mm SS ANYWHERE (Best Buys, Apple, Verizon, ATT, etc etc etc) 2 weeks in, it's no ques. frustrating. With Xmas coming up real fast, this may become even harder to find, with a longer wait in online orders
The hunt CAN be fun for us geeks (Im a geek I admit...lol) But yes the wait, low stock. Not being able to buy a 44 mm SS ANYWHERE (Best Buys, Apple, Verizon, ATT, etc etc etc) 2 weeks in, it's no ques. frustrating. With Xmas coming up real fast, this may become even harder to find, with a longer wait in online orders
i'm definitely an apple geek.... and the hunt is no fun for me! (and if it were MY watch I was hunting for... i'd be a raving lunatic! i'm bad enough and it's just hubby's watch i'm searching for!)
i'm one of those that thinks it's the end of the world if I don't get my new toys ON REALEASE DAY!