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Jimbogigolo · 23 July 2017, 02:44 AM

Hi y'all,

Just want to share both good and bad news I received...

so for the bad news: I cannot get the SS Sky Dweller until much later as the blue dial they have is named after the CEO's friend already.

The good news: they are giving me a SS white dial Daytona instead to ease my pain and suffering (since I finally decided last week that they can call me if they get a white dial in).

Not sure how to react as I don't know what I like more and that I thought my business relationship with the AD is solid... i guess it's safe to say I am a little butt hurt. I know it's first world problems yada yada but still.

Is how my AD treated me OK? Should I be looking at other ADs and bring my Rolex business elsewhere instead?

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watchwatcher · 23 July 2017, 02:46 AM

Yeah...I think you'll be OK with a new Daytona to ease your suffering.

harvey · 23 July 2017, 02:47 AM

Jim you have to appreciate at least they were honest with you...even though the practice is a little suspect.

I would try the white dial on...it may exceed your expectations. Good luck with your decision making!

Rmoor · 23 July 2017, 02:50 AM

Is this by chance Sidney Thomas jewelers?

Jimbogigolo · 23 July 2017, 02:53 AM

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Originally Posted by harvey

Jim you have to appreciate at least they were honest with you...even though the practice is a little suspect.

I guess. I just hate that when I asked to be called last week I was assured that I was "front and center" for the SS sky dweller. Of course now, their company CEO's friend is getting it first. Fair is fair. First come first serve.

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brandrea · 23 July 2017, 02:56 AM

Some would say you're getting the preferred reference anyway ....

Jimbogigolo · 23 July 2017, 02:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Rmoor

Is this by chance Sidney Thomas jewelers?

I can neither confirm nor deny this... the walls have eyes and ears I'm sure.

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Rmoor · 23 July 2017, 03:04 AM

I've been told this a few times over the years haha I don't believe it

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Originally Posted by Jimbogigolo

I can neither confirm nor deny this... the walls have eyes and ears I'm sure.

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Fleetlord · 23 July 2017, 03:12 AM

Find a new AD immediately.

Clearly you deserve the blue Sky Dweller and this absolutely unacceptable.

Don't settle for whatever patronizingly peasantish gestures that they are throwing your way....

red1108nyc · 23 July 2017, 03:13 AM

Man I would love to have both wow..

Moggo · 23 July 2017, 03:19 AM

The fact you believed you were 'front and center' is worrying, there is always someone who's backside an AD will kiss more than yours or mine........I think I may have told him to put the Daytona where the sun doesn't shine, not a fan of liars.

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DCheeta · 23 July 2017, 03:52 AM

Well this is a first. Somebody feels butt-hurt because they got a white Daytona 116500.

incontrol · 23 July 2017, 04:01 AM

I think your AD is great. I have no issues with your story.

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sager · 23 July 2017, 04:15 AM

Oh well, I guess the Daytona will have to work for now

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pw98 · 23 July 2017, 04:21 AM

Nice getting the white Daytona but a company is only as good as their word.

qhbl · 23 July 2017, 05:12 AM

If you don't want this Daytona. I will buy from them and in return, I'll treat you to a nice lunch!

ericmli825 · 23 July 2017, 05:19 AM

How is it not ok? They give you one of the most sought after watches. You know they don't have to do anything and just make you wait right? Also SS Sky Dweller hype will die down and it won't be as collectible or desirable as daytona

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Jimbogigolo · 23 July 2017, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by pw98

Nice getting the white Daytona but a company is only as good as their word.

I realize now that it's a good thing to get the white Daytona - but that is the exact sentiment I was feeling. If a company assures someone that they are first in line, then rightfully if they get the watch in, it should go to the person first in line.

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Jimbogigolo · 23 July 2017, 06:11 AM

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Originally Posted by qhbl

If you don't want this Daytona. I will buy from them and in return, I'll treat you to a nice lunch!

Even if I decline this Daytona, I will insist it goes to the next person in line. It's only right.

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Jimbogigolo · 23 July 2017, 06:14 AM

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Originally Posted by DCheeta

Well this is a first. Somebody feels butt-hurt because they got a white Daytona 116500.

Well, it's more of the principle behind it. I have the black version so maybe that's why I feel slightly biased towards the steel sky dweller even though the white is more desirable.

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timeseek · 23 July 2017, 07:40 AM

Classic bait and switch. This is not available, so have this instead. And come back and spend more money later for what the consumer wanted in the first place.

Whether the story is legitimate or not, the fact of the matter is you wanted the SS SD and it is now no longer available. The bottom line, the AD failed to deliver as promised. Time to move on, just like an AD would do, if a consumer could not produce the funds to purchase a watch. It works both ways.

Time to find a new AD.

DCheeta · 23 July 2017, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Jimbogigolo

Well, it's more of the principle behind it. I have the black version so maybe that's why I feel slightly biased towards the steel sky dweller even though the white is more desirable.

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Yeah, I can see where you're coming from. People shouldn't just assume that throwing a white Daytona at someone will make up for their lack of integrity.

Danny83 · 23 July 2017, 10:41 AM

I think you will be fine with that

melrob1 · 23 July 2017, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimbogigolo

Hi y'all,

Just want to share both good and bad news I received...

so for the bad news: I cannot get the SS Sky Dweller until much later as the blue dial they have is named after the CEO's friend already.

The good news: they are giving me a SS white dial Daytona instead to ease my pain and suffering (since I finally decided last week that they can call me if they get a white dial in).

Not sure how to react as I don't know what I like more and that I thought my business relationship with the AD is solid... i guess it's safe to say I am a little butt hurt. I know it's first world problems yada yada but still.

Is how my AD treated me OK? Should I be looking at other ADs and bring my Rolex business elsewhere instead?

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So frustrating! I got the black and had to fight for it wven though I was first! Same owners friends BS. Still waiting on the white and dealer is doing the same thing. Saleperson keeps it real with me so I can't make a fuss but yeah I feel your pain and it's BS that they don't keep their word! First is first!

richard371 · 23 July 2017, 11:19 AM

I know it's a bummer not getting the one you had your heart set on but man that white Daytona is amazing and I like it 100x over the sky dweller but it's good we all have choices and different tastes or we would only have 1 watch to choose from. My question is will they still keep you in your place for the sky dweller? I'm thinking if they do enjoy the amazing Daytona and if you don't want both flip it when your up for the sky dweller. You'll make a little profit for being patient. That will help cover the slydweller. I'm not normally and advocate of flipping but in your case I think it's fair.

ap1 · 23 July 2017, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Fleetlord

Find a new AD immediately.

Clearly you deserve the blue Sky Dweller and this absolutely unacceptable.

Don't settle for whatever patronizingly peasantish gestures that they are throwing your way....

Wut, consolation prize is the hottest watch on the planet

Jimbogigolo · 23 July 2017, 10:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by richard371

I know it's a bummer not getting the one you had your heart set on but man that white Daytona is amazing and I like it 100x over the sky dweller but it's good we all have choices and different tastes or we would only have 1 watch to choose from. My question is will they still keep you in your place for the sky dweller? I'm thinking if they do enjoy the amazing Daytona and if you don't want both flip it when your up for the sky dweller. You'll make a little profit for being patient. That will help cover the slydweller. I'm not normally and advocate of flipping but in your case I think it's fair.

I wouldn't even know how to go about flipping... might be too much of a hassle to be worth it

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AK797 · 23 July 2017, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by DCheeta

Well this is a first. Somebody feels butt-hurt because they got a white Daytona 116500.

The most desired watch du jour.

AK797 · 23 July 2017, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimbogigolo

I wouldn't even know how to go about flipping... might be too much of a hassle to be worth it

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I'm sure 20 guys here would happily take you thru it step by step, if you see them right on price.

Jimbogigolo · 24 July 2017, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

I'm sure 20 guys here would happily take you thru it step by step, if you see them right on price.

I am on the way to the AD to buy it then will decide if I will keep it or give to my wife although I am not sure if she wants a watch that size

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23 July 2017, 02:44 AM	#1
Jimbogigolo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Jim Location: NJ Watch: Rolex Daytona W&B Posts: 1,527	Got the call... Hi y'all, Just want to share both good and bad news I received... so for the bad news: I cannot get the SS Sky Dweller until much later as the blue dial they have is named after the CEO's friend already. The good news: they are giving me a SS white dial Daytona instead to ease my pain and suffering (since I finally decided last week that they can call me if they get a white dial in). Not sure how to react as I don't know what I like more and that I thought my business relationship with the AD is solid... i guess it's safe to say I am a little butt hurt. I know it's first world problems yada yada but still. Is how my AD treated me OK? Should I be looking at other ADs and bring my Rolex business elsewhere instead? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

23 July 2017, 04:01 AM	#13
incontrol "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Somewhere in PA Watch: All of them... Posts: 10,355	I think your AD is great. I have no issues with your story. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Patek Philippe Rolex

23 July 2017, 05:12 AM	#16
qhbl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: UK Posts: 150	If you don't want this Daytona. I will buy from them and in return, I'll treat you to a nice lunch! __________________ Current Collection: Rolex Submariner Yellow Gold Black Dial 116618LN - 2016

23 July 2017, 02:46 AM	#2
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,479	Yeah...I think you'll be OK with a new Daytona to ease your suffering.

23 July 2017, 02:47 AM	#3
harvey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rolexforums.com Posts: 5,373	Jim you have to appreciate at least they were honest with you...even though the practice is a little suspect. I would try the white dial on...it may exceed your expectations. Good luck with your decision making!

23 July 2017, 02:50 AM	#4
Rmoor "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: North East Posts: 228	Is this by chance Sidney Thomas jewelers?

23 July 2017, 02:56 AM	#6
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,654	Some would say you're getting the preferred reference anyway ....

23 July 2017, 03:12 AM	#9
Fleetlord "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vain Posts: 5,915	Find a new AD immediately. Clearly you deserve the blue Sky Dweller and this absolutely unacceptable. Don't settle for whatever patronizingly peasantish gestures that they are throwing your way....

23 July 2017, 03:13 AM	#10
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,498	Man I would love to have both wow..

23 July 2017, 03:19 AM	#11
Moggo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Wales Watch: 16610, SD4K, Exp 1 Posts: 1,098	The fact you believed you were 'front and center' is worrying, there is always someone who's backside an AD will kiss more than yours or mine........I think I may have told him to put the Daytona where the sun doesn't shine, not a fan of liars. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

23 July 2017, 03:52 AM	#12
DCheeta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 7,180	Well this is a first. Somebody feels butt-hurt because they got a white Daytona 116500.

23 July 2017, 04:15 AM	#14
sager "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Sage Location: MENA Posts: 1,562	Oh well, I guess the Daytona will have to work for now Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

23 July 2017, 04:21 AM	#15
pw98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: USA Posts: 168	Nice getting the white Daytona but a company is only as good as their word.

23 July 2017, 05:19 AM	#17
ericmli825 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Eric Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 172	How is it not ok? They give you one of the most sought after watches. You know they don't have to do anything and just make you wait right? Also SS Sky Dweller hype will die down and it won't be as collectible or desirable as daytona Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

23 July 2017, 07:40 AM	#21
timeseek "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: None Posts: 66	Classic bait and switch. This is not available, so have this instead. And come back and spend more money later for what the consumer wanted in the first place. Whether the story is legitimate or not, the fact of the matter is you wanted the SS SD and it is now no longer available. The bottom line, the AD failed to deliver as promised. Time to move on, just like an AD would do, if a consumer could not produce the funds to purchase a watch. It works both ways. Time to find a new AD.

23 July 2017, 10:41 AM	#23
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,164	I think you will be fine with that

23 July 2017, 11:19 AM	#25
richard371 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: sf Watch: 116500LN White Posts: 1,844	I know it's a bummer not getting the one you had your heart set on but man that white Daytona is amazing and I like it 100x over the sky dweller but it's good we all have choices and different tastes or we would only have 1 watch to choose from. My question is will they still keep you in your place for the sky dweller? I'm thinking if they do enjoy the amazing Daytona and if you don't want both flip it when your up for the sky dweller. You'll make a little profit for being patient. That will help cover the slydweller. I'm not normally and advocate of flipping but in your case I think it's fair.

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