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Old 3 November 2021, 03:17 AM   #1
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Just had a disheartening talk with my AD

Regardless of this being common knowledge, it just hurts when the message is directed at you

I reached out to say hello and remind them of my interest in a Rolex sports model or Patek Aquanaut. The response was "the watches are non existent right now and we have long wait lists. With the current shortages please understand it will not be any time soon". Ouch

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Old 3 November 2021, 03:26 AM   #2
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Yeah, its the way everything is right now dude, I'd recommend buying Patek grand comps, they're readily available, more complex and a better bang for your buck.

When the RM bubble bursts it may take stainless sports with it, so diversify as best you can!

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Old 3 November 2021, 03:27 AM   #3
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Buy a Tudor.
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Old 3 November 2021, 03:30 AM   #4
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Is this AD the same one you bought your PT Day Date at?
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Old 3 November 2021, 03:31 AM   #5
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Nice of them to sugar coat it.
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Old 3 November 2021, 03:32 AM   #6
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Go vintage. That’s what I’ve just done and couldn’t be happier, in fact, might be a new pathway for me altogether going forward.
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Old 3 November 2021, 03:43 AM   #7
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Go vintage. That’s what I’ve just done and couldn’t be happier, in fact, might be a new pathway for me altogether going forward.
I'm content with my collection. Is just fun to think someday the thrill of an AD calling you may happen... in about 10 or so years.
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Old 3 November 2021, 03:46 AM   #8
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Sounds like going to the high school disco and all the hot girls/ADs turning you down for the jocks/VVIPs. As old as you get, sometimes you can never leave.
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Old 3 November 2021, 04:12 AM   #9
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At least that particular AD was being honest about the current situation and not stringing you along with false hope.
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Old 3 November 2021, 04:12 AM   #10
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At least they didn’t say never!
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Old 3 November 2021, 04:34 AM   #11
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Old 3 November 2021, 04:35 AM   #12
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They have plenty of watches, just not for you. Time to change AD.
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Old 3 November 2021, 04:54 AM   #13
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Old 3 November 2021, 05:04 AM   #14
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There's soooo much more to typical timepieces than Rolex and PP.

Your job, should you choose to accept it, is to expand a bit :)
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Old 3 November 2021, 05:13 AM   #15
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Yes that is the world of today. In the meantime explorer others brands, I am sure lot of people will be regretting not buying some brands today that are more accessible.
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Old 3 November 2021, 05:16 AM   #16
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Haha, I gave up on ADs already or actually they gave up on me. Haha.
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Old 3 November 2021, 05:40 AM   #17
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Old 3 November 2021, 05:47 AM   #18
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Old 3 November 2021, 05:47 AM   #19
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Yes, there are no watches.....but grey continues to have inventory.......it is what it is
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Old 3 November 2021, 05:48 AM   #20
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Regardless of this being common knowledge, it just hurts when the message is directed at you

I reached out to say hello and remind them of my interest in a Rolex sports model or Patek Aquanaut. The response was "the watches are non existent right now and we have long wait lists. With the current shortages please understand it will not be any time soon". Ouch

Carry on
Customer Qualification Playbook - Does the prospect express vague interest (multiple references) or interest ONLY in hot flippable models?

If YES, proceed to SA Response 4B:

SA Response 4B: Rolex watches are non existent right now and we have long wait lists. With the current shortages please understand it will not be any time soon.
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Old 3 November 2021, 05:52 AM   #21
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Customer Qualification Playbook - Does the prospect express interest ONLY in hot models?

If YES, proceed to SA Response 4B:

SA Response 4B: Rolex watches are non existent right now and we have long wait lists. With the current shortages please understand it will not be any time soon.
All models are hot right now so it's tough to say I'm not interested in a hot model. I just want a damn sub date. Not asking for a platona.
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Old 3 November 2021, 06:24 AM   #22
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Buy a Tudor.
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This is exactly what they told me the other day. Granted, they did have 2 BB58 blues and 2 GMTs sitting in the case. They also just put out the NOMOS watches they just started to carry. Looks to me like Rolex is moving up market quickly.
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Old 3 November 2021, 06:26 AM   #23
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Regardless of this being common knowledge, it just hurts when the message is directed at you

I reached out to say hello and remind them of my interest in a Rolex sports model or Patek Aquanaut. The response was "the watches are non existent right now and we have long wait lists. With the current shortages please understand it will not be any time soon". Ouch

Carry on

Waitlists are bs
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Old 3 November 2021, 06:44 AM   #24
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I believe OP is looking for timepieces that are a quite a few floors above :)


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Old 3 November 2021, 07:01 AM   #25
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Is this AD the same one you bought your PT Day Date at?
Nope. That would've helped though!
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Old 3 November 2021, 07:06 AM   #26
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....just go buy yourself a new guitar, that is what I did.
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Old 3 November 2021, 07:06 AM   #27
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Well, at least its 'not anytime soon' and not 'never'
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Old 3 November 2021, 07:09 AM   #28
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I am sure lot of people will be regretting not buying some brands today that are more accessible.
Which ones?
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Old 3 November 2021, 07:12 AM   #29
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That's the reason why I don't visit my AD any more. LOL
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Old 3 November 2021, 07:46 AM   #30
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Yes, either go grey or get another brand. At least that's what the AD advise me.
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