I realize that Apple is highly pushing for online sales, however, if I am understanding it correctly, it will be available, at least in select stores on the 24th:
https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2015...e-Preview-Online-Pre-Order-Begin-Friday/#mn_p
Personally I hate waiting in lines, regardless of reason, so I will avoid it. What about you?
Beginning April 24, Apple Watch will also be available at boutiques in major cities including colette in Paris, Dover Street Market in London and Tokyo, Maxfield in Los Angeles and The Corner in Berlin, and select Apple Authorized Resellers in China and Japan.
https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2015...e-Preview-Online-Pre-Order-Begin-Friday/#mn_p
Personally I hate waiting in lines, regardless of reason, so I will avoid it. What about you?