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23 February 2019, 08:52 AM | #31 |
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No, just the opposite. I often get asked if I want to sell the one on my wrist.
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23 February 2019, 08:55 AM | #32 |
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Not intimidated one bit, in fact everyone in the AD knows me. We communicate on a regular basis. Stopped in today and had a wonderful time talking about Skydweller's perpetual date, Daytonas and lady presidents.
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23 February 2019, 08:56 AM | #33 |
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Never! If you’re comfortable cultivating a relationship you shouldn’t be intimidated. Especially if it deals with only you parting with your cash for a fine timepiece. The worst that will happen is you leave the place without buying anything.
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23 February 2019, 08:58 AM | #34 |
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Yes I’m too afraid, so I just buy online LOL jk
F-No, it’s just a watch.....it a passion, don’t let anyone make you feel small. It’s your money and they need you ALOT more then you need a watch |
23 February 2019, 08:59 AM | #35 | |
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None of the ADs in Vancouver will sell you one unless you spend some money on some other stuff in the store today, or have good purchase histories with them before. The waitlist is useless too because the SS watches are offered to high spenders first before the waitlist people. |
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23 February 2019, 08:59 AM | #36 |
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No
There is no reason to.
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23 February 2019, 09:05 AM | #37 |
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I feel it as well. Mostly if I'm not ready to buy and am just window shopping. Repeat visits and getting to know the staff, or at least the vibe of the store, makes it go away. I have no trouble browsing the Omega Boutique now :)
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23 February 2019, 09:07 AM | #38 |
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I've been to every Vancouver AD, and there's no need to be intimidated. There have been one or two arrogant sales staff, but they are the exception rather than the norm. Most are very pleasant.
I recently chatted with a manager at one AD for over an hour. I wasn't after any hot pieces or relationship. He told me during our conversation that because of the abundance of disposable wealth in this city, many clients come in wanting the hot piece but have no clue what the name of the watch even is. They just want what everyone else is after. So when a watch guy walks through his doors, it's always a pleasant experience for him to talk watches. But don't ever fall for their offer to give them an interest free loan even with a promise of delivery. That's just all BS tactics. |
23 February 2019, 09:09 AM | #39 |
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I enjoy visiting my Rolex AD. They are nice people and I like to hear about what's going on with them and their families. And when I'm interested in buying a watch or some jewelry for my wife, I let them know what I'm looking for. Watch buying should be a pleasure and reward for hard work well done.
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23 February 2019, 09:16 AM | #40 |
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Why would anyone be intimated by a salesman?
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23 February 2019, 09:21 AM | #41 |
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Nope. No AD close to me so when I am in the city and have a few minutes I stop by. One of the salesman has been there for like 30 years. Even though I rarely stop in and have only bought a couple pieces from them over the years, he always remembers me and is always nice and willing to show me what I want to see. I bought my first Sub from them back in the 80's.
Last time was a few months back. We had a discussion about the current market. It was clear he was frustrated with all the craziness. They sell PP too so he was talking about he endless calls he gets from all over the world from people looking for hot models. They only sell to local folks. He asked if I wanted to be on the list for the BLRO and I declined--I will wait it out. Buying a luxury item should be an enjoyable experience.
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23 February 2019, 09:27 AM | #42 |
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No. Its just a store.
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23 February 2019, 09:34 AM | #43 |
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Never a problem with an AD when I was looking. I have nothing to prove to anyone.
Years ago, I went to the Dodge dealer unshaven and in ratty clothes to buy a new $70K diesel pickup and got an attitude from the salesman. No problem - I bought it from another dealer. My wife was humping my leg for a new Audi Q5. She picked me up at the marine as soon as I backed the charter boat in from running a trip. Went to the Annapolis Audi dealer dressed like a fish bum with blood splatter clothes. They treated her well and looked at me like I had the plague. They got kinda snooty when they said they would need to run our credit before we went any further - then they offered me coffee when I told them that was unnecessary as we would be writing a check for the car. Its actually kinda fun |
23 February 2019, 09:37 AM | #44 |
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Why would we feel intimidated? We have what they need, they only have what we want. And currently, they don’t even have that.
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23 February 2019, 09:38 AM | #45 |
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23 February 2019, 09:42 AM | #46 |
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Never has never will..
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23 February 2019, 10:21 AM | #47 |
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I am not intimidated but generally I don't like Rolex AD's.
They usually annoy me by their ignorance or just plain BS and I find it not worth it wasting my time. Nowadays you can have everything you wish delivered next day at your doorstep, works best for me.
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23 February 2019, 10:22 AM | #48 |
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Nope not at all
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23 February 2019, 10:23 AM | #49 |
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AD's serve but 1 purpose and only one...
For you to go in and have a look...
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23 February 2019, 10:33 AM | #50 | |
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This here hits the nail on the head. When I wore my Batman or hulk they would talk more at my non normal ad. They know one of 2 things either you paid over retail or you buy a lot of watches to get ahold of one |
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23 February 2019, 11:12 AM | #51 | |
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Consumer credit is a weird thing... People think they are getting a favor from the place because "they kept my payment under $400 a month" |
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23 February 2019, 11:26 AM | #52 |
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Now try this with a $50K APRO. The sales staff will jump to their feet and ask if you want champagne/whiskey/sparkling water while waving over their store manager or owner
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23 February 2019, 11:28 AM | #53 |
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Never !
I know without a second thought that ... - I know more than the sales staff about watches - I have more spending power than them - my collection is far superior to theirs Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
23 February 2019, 11:33 AM | #54 |
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I guess it depends on which AD you go to. As a salesman, you have to be aggressive so I have noticed that every time I go into an AD store, I get greeted right away and have someone walk up to me to ask what I am looking for. Once I answer "I am just looking" they kind of back up and just wait for me to ask a question lol. I guess the "intimidating" part is felt when you know you are not buying anything, just looking, and don't want to waste someone's time.
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23 February 2019, 11:36 AM | #55 |
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One of my good friends is the GM at a local AD, and while I am not uncomfortable, there is a aura at the AD that could make one feel less than comfortable (all the expensive watches, the displays, the "formal-ness" of the whole thing). I have gone into other AD's (locally and when travelling abroad), and always felt even less comfortable (my hulk, GMT, or Day-Date help "break the ice" but I still feel like a 3 year old in a glass Museum). Way more comfortable at Porsche or Ferrari, but I think I am more of gearhead vs a watch-man...
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23 February 2019, 11:39 AM | #56 |
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Also, the AD sales people acting snobby is all "power-tripping". Often seen at the TSA security check points and DMV offices... Those people want to feel they got power over you.. very sad.
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23 February 2019, 11:40 AM | #57 |
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Yeah, the little minimum wage blonde behind the counter truly terrifies me... LOL!
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23 February 2019, 11:56 AM | #58 |
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IMHO, screw the AD experience. I prefer calling or texting my TS and my watch arriving to my front door 24 hours later. No BS, no judgement at all. I would personally pay a premium for that. I’ve got no time to deal with salespeople face to face for a f’ing wristwatch.
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23 February 2019, 12:07 PM | #59 |
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Sometimes, I will go in, acknowledge the presence of the armed guard and make small talk with the sales staff, "hey, whatcha wearing today?" And if they have a ROLEX on their wrist, I will say, "Nice Omega" - that gets a chuckle, but the face expression = priceless !
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23 February 2019, 12:12 PM | #60 |
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Nope. I bought my subc in Austin TX a few years ago. I dress super casually. Tactical pants, another way to say cargo pants, that were dirty from yard work, old hiking boots, sweaty T shirt. Went straight to Rolex counter and talked watches. Bought the subc. Left never to be seen again.
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