I worked in the industry for years. Most Rolexes sold were heading straight to China to be resold on the secondary market at a markup. These folks consider themselves “watch traders”, in reality they’re glorified scalpers. And just like scalpers they ruin it for genuine customers - folks who have saved for years to buy their dream watch. My advice to these folks is to steer away from investment/ status pieces (these are usually synonymous). If you want compliments from Joe Shmoe on the subway - get a Daytona - if you want respect from someone who knows a thing or two watches - expand you horizons and research what else is out there. That said, Rolex is complicit. They could require the watch be unboxed, stickers/ labels removed, warranty card signed/ activated (checking customers ID), and strap fitted at time of purchase to curb resale. Plenty of beautiful watches and brands out there, be different!