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13 December 2018, 01:14 PM | #31 |
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13 December 2018, 01:15 PM | #32 |
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I'm rather surprised at how you were treated at your AD. Perhaps they may make amends by offering a SS Daytona.
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13 December 2018, 01:35 PM | #34 |
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He laughed AND called you a rookie?! yikes...
Like many of us on the forums, who can afford a $10k for a watch, are thoughtful and informed consumers. For him to call you a "rookie" and steer you to another brand, will take some serious restraint to deflect the insult. |
13 December 2018, 02:05 PM | #35 |
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The part that irks me is someone calls you up after spending 9k to ask if you'd like to spend an additional 9k. All I can say to this is god bless you all if you can "afford" to lay out this kind of cash in this type of succession for what is an incredibly non essential item.
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13 December 2018, 02:11 PM | #36 | |
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I was at Rolex by Tapper’s a few months ago and asked about the current wait time on a BLRO just to see what they’d say. They couldn’t even offer a guess, but the salesperson was respectful and honest, and even seemed exasperated with Rolex over their inability (unwillingness?) to keep up with demand. Given the concentration of wealth in the area I’m sure they’re used to having to turn down many “VVIP” clients, so they’re at least practiced at handling the situation correctly. |
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13 December 2018, 02:16 PM | #37 | |
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I was at Rolex by Tapper’s a few months ago and asked about the current wait time on a BLRO just to see what they’d say. They couldn’t even offer a guess, but the salesperson was respectful and honest, and even seemed exasperated with Rolex over their inability (unwillingness?) to keep up with demand. Given the concentration of wealth in the area I’m sure they’re used to having to turn down many “VVIP” clients, so they’re at least practiced at handling the situation correctly. |
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13 December 2018, 02:30 PM | #38 |
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I get that as a practical matter, it’s going to be hard and maybe even unrealistic to get certain SS models from an AD in anything resembling a timely fashion. They get the inventory that Rolex decides to send them and for popular models they’ve undoubtedly got waiting lists and you may be nowhere near the top even after spending six figures in jewelry with them.
But laughing at you or calling you a rookie is never ok behavior. They can explain the situation professionally to you and see if you are still interested even knowing the practical limitations - there’s no excuse to talk down to you or treat your inquiry like a joke. |
13 December 2018, 02:38 PM | #39 |
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This is crazy.
A couple of months ago I was in Miami and went to an AD to ask about the blnr just to try my luck. The guy just told me that they’ve been out of any steel sports rolex for a while. I’m sure he could have been lying to me while having a few hulks batmans and daytonas for their vips but at least he was not a jerk. |
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13 December 2018, 02:40 PM | #41 |
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13 December 2018, 03:01 PM | #42 | |
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13 December 2018, 03:03 PM | #43 |
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13 December 2018, 04:04 PM | #44 |
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That jewelry store should realize that it is much easier to buy a high quality diamond on-line than it is to buy a Rolex on-line. I had my wife's engagement and wedding rings custom made on-line and even sourced an ideal cut, D-color stone on-line. Personally I'd never buy a diamond locally, especially from a chain store since their stones generally suck and they are graded by laboratorys that inflate the grades. Your Jeweler is easily replaceable. More so than a Rolex AD.
If you wanted to make your point with them, send them a link to this thread. |
13 December 2018, 05:05 PM | #45 |
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Jewelry stores have a pretty decent profit margin on diamonds. Average of $10K a year for 10 years. They acted like jerks. Buy(or borrow) a GMT somewhere else and go show that to the wiseass that laughed. Tell them your looking for a SS Daytona, if they come up with one, flip it and let them know.
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13 December 2018, 05:44 PM | #46 |
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They DO NOT DESERVE your business. I would never let any salesman laughed at me while earning my business.
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13 December 2018, 06:09 PM | #47 |
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Seriously? I visited my local AD earlier this year where I had never even set foot in before asking for a Sub and they were amazing. I had it on my wrist within a month.
If I had spent six figures and they laughed at me, I'd never shop there again. |
13 December 2018, 06:17 PM | #48 |
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Wow that really makes me angry on your behalf. That doesn’t even happen in New York. I’ve been pretty shameless asking to be put on lists, and they decline, but politely. No laughing involved. And I will tell you my spend there has been well under $100k.
To think that’s how they act with 6 figures and 10 years of business between you. That’s bad manners and bad business. Power move showing up with the sub, though. Enjoy in great health, and congrats!
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13 December 2018, 06:35 PM | #49 |
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I would have bought the GMT steel and put it in a safe. No problem doing that.
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13 December 2018, 06:36 PM | #50 |
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Huge congrats on a fine watch, enjoy it
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13 December 2018, 08:40 PM | #51 |
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Sounds unprofessional of them and they have forgotten their place. I would take my business elsewhere. Yes, the stock situation it's ridiculous.
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13 December 2018, 10:11 PM | #53 |
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Interesting situation and it appears you learned why a lot of us here on TRF really like the Trusted Sellers. I understand how you must feel but I would tell you leave the emotions out of it and turn this situation to your advantage. I would get an appointment with the store manager and go in and explain what happened. I would see what they have to say and beyond an apology ask what they are going to do to make this right. Be clear and describe what it is you want. A BLRO, Hulk, Daytona-C or BLNR, you get the idea. I would leave it open ended and tell them your expectations for service and time on the watches. If you should get any response that is not what you would expect from a professional business and manager then explain why you will not be doing business with them in the future. I would also tell them that you will leave reviews on social media consistent with your experiences both on the day you inquired and in dealing with the manager. No emotion, just matter of fact. Then walk, 50/50 you get what you want and need to make it right. Lose the emotion, this is business and watches. Congratulations on your Submariner, an all time classic and personal favorite.
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14 December 2018, 02:19 AM | #54 |
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Your AD made a mistake. Maybe it goes to their heads every once in a while, and it seems that may be what happened this time.
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14 December 2018, 02:23 AM | #55 |
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Unfortunate situation.
I'm glad you were able to find the watch. Wear it in good health! |
14 December 2018, 02:28 AM | #56 |
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Not reading the whole thread but to OP, AWESOME!!!!
F*CK these AD's is my honest opinion. In NOLA, Adler's pulled all their sport Rolex months ago. I have additional reasons I detest that particular AD, but I love that your AD salesperson 'was visibly upset' when you showed off your new Sub... If you walk in to a shop to buy a 10k widget and they laugh at you, I like that you got the last laugh and got your widget from a watch seller (not a potmekin retail village like Rolex AD's are now) and now have what you want, not a dog and pony wait list show. |
14 December 2018, 02:33 AM | #57 |
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Exactly! Especially for a Sub! No more money for them and I’d let them know why
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14 December 2018, 02:54 AM | #59 |
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Welcome to the forum on congrats on your new Sub!
I love what you did - spending that much and getting that reaction is the antithesis of good customer service, especially if you're a VIP. They lost your watch business and will be lucky if you go back for any more jewelry. Goes to show - regardless of the current Rolex situation - we as consumers still have the power.
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14 December 2018, 03:04 AM | #60 |
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Profits on jewelry are really really high..I've sold that stuff for years..
Chances are..if they are laughing at you right to your face..they were laughing even harder behind closed doors..after you bought a ton of diamonds..and weren't in the shop anymore.. But you got em back where it hurts..lol...right in the gut..hahaha! |
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