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Sublex · 1 June 2008, 08:19 PM

Long time reader, first post. I really must tell you all about a situation I'm having with bad luck: I recieved a call this last Saturday afternoon from an AD here in Tacoma, WA. sales person called and asked me if I still wanted that SS Datona (white dial) "M" series I'd asked her about a week prior. I was, for a moment elated, problem was I was standing in the middle of disneyland with my family and would not be back in town until Monday. She was very persistant (helpfull?) and said I could give her my cc# but it was to be considered a purchase, I mentioned I must see/inspect it before I commit for buying. Of course she reminded me that it would be gone by the end of the weekend and really needed a commitment, I had to pass...depressed! This just adds to my bad luck it would seem, 1 month prior I was at DisneyWorld, Fl. with my other daughter and family and got the same call from the same lady who asked if I wanted a milgaus (black dial) and I had to turn her down, I almost want to cry...

OR!! should I call her tomorrow and buy it anyways, unseen?

Currently a proud owner of a D-TT-sub/date

frostie · 1 June 2008, 08:23 PM

Welcome to TRF

Buy the watch ASAP

Don't forget the pics

Skippy · 1 June 2008, 08:32 PM

Just buy it what's there to inspect, it's brand new isn't it and I would very mutch doubt that if there was something wrong it couldn't be solved with the ad. I can't imagine you could loose with a SS Daytona asuming they sell it at list.

SPACE-DWELLER · 1 June 2008, 09:02 PM

Welcome to TRF!

Go get that stunner NOW!

jdc · 1 June 2008, 09:03 PM

I suggest you cut down on your monthly trips to Disney, then you may be at home to get the call

Welcome to TRF

Art 1 · 1 June 2008, 09:47 PM

I bought a Milgauss from an AD over the phone with my CC. I would do it again and know many many others who have. I would have bought it if I were you.

It's BNIB from a trusted Rolex AD, can't see what would be a problem.

Chozn1 · 1 June 2008, 09:49 PM

On the hard to get watches, you're just going to have to take the plunge. I had to commit to my Milgauss even though I'd never held one in my hands. There's not much to inspect really. I hope you don't lose out on that watch because of delaying if it's something you really want though. You got extremely lucky in finding one within a week, and I think you'll have to wait far longer than that if this one's already gone.

Magik · 1 June 2008, 10:45 PM

I would buy it. When you inspect upon picking it up, I'm sure you can cancel your purchase if you find any defects. Don't let this opportunity pass you by. Best of luck.

East Bay Rider · 1 June 2008, 10:47 PM

Call her back

watchlady · 1 June 2008, 10:51 PM

Either trust that it is good and buy it

...what problem could it have if it is brand new?
Or buy a Mickey Mouse watch at Disneyland and give up the opportunity to get a Daytona.

Arby1028 · 1 June 2008, 10:55 PM

Just curious why she is putting the "hard sell" on you? That alone would make me want to purchase somewhere else. You can always have your credit card company reverse the charges if there's something wrong. Unfortunately I've had to do this a couple times when something purchased wasn't as it was supposed to be.

dsimon9 · 1 June 2008, 11:04 PM

If it is a brand new watch, and you are dealing with an AD, I would take the plunge. Also remember, if you use your credit card and it turns out there is a problem with the watch, you can always call the cc company and put a stop payment in place.

I have placed stop payments in the past when the vendor did not come through with his/her part of the agreement. It gives you leverage. After placing the stop payment you will have to provide information to the cc company. The cc company ends up acting as an arbitrator. My two or three issues in the past 20 years plus, were resolved quite quickly by dealing directly with the vendor.

Dex

colemanitis · 1 June 2008, 11:22 PM

Buy it!

mopsey · 1 June 2008, 11:29 PM

Yep, get that baby.
If there's a problem then let the cc company take care of it if the AD gets funny.

MrCowboy99 · 1 June 2008, 11:33 PM

If it's an AD, and she tells your it's BNIB, and when you get there and it's not then report it to Rolex USA, I bet they would like to hear about that one.

In other words, buy it and worry about inspection when you pic it up.

shoppy · 1 June 2008, 11:36 PM

Buy it an don't miss out.

1MAC · 1 June 2008, 11:38 PM

Dismayed? You're in the "Happiest place on Earth!"

BigHat · 1 June 2008, 11:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sublex

I had to turn her down, I almost want to cry...

OR!! should I call her tomorrow and buy it anyways, unseen?

Currently a proud owner of a D-TT-sub/date

I would be amazed if the next person in the cue didn't have it on their wrist an hour after you hung up. You made a big mistake. Need to inspect a new Daytona from an AD?

Lost a Milly the same way??

Time to get in the game if you're serious about these watches.

rob · 1 June 2008, 11:43 PM

wow! I wish that would happen to me! I'd be two Rolex guy now!

ROLEX MAN · 1 June 2008, 11:43 PM

Buy unseen, It's new, and under warranty!

Hamilton Carvalho · 1 June 2008, 11:56 PM

Get it now, if you have a problem with it you can always take it to the RSC.

PhilM · 1 June 2008, 11:57 PM

Buy it

BTW Welcome to TRF

rpryan55 · 2 June 2008, 12:50 AM

Well, on the bright side, you were at the happiest place in the world. Twice! The memories of children at Disneyland is worth more than any Rolex. Just my $0.02.

Besides, they make more than one of those Daytonas per year. You'll get yours.

GoldenBear · 2 June 2008, 12:57 AM

Why would it be anything but perfect? It sounds like it is a new watch from an AD. If there was a problem, refuse it. Any CC company in the world will back you. You shouldn't need to "inspect" it before buying it. I am sure they want to make sure you were a real buyer and not just a "tire kicker" who can't afford it but wanted to be on "the list"...This way they can go on to the next person on the list, who will snap it up.

f16570 · 2 June 2008, 01:06 AM

Welcome along and enjoy.
Why would you not buy this wacth from an AD. If it is new as stated, then no worries.
Looks like after two refusal's to purchase you might not be so high up their list next time.

Welshwatchman · 2 June 2008, 01:52 AM

Let's hope that it's not gone by the time you get back to the AD.

Road Warrior · 2 June 2008, 02:14 AM

Inspect what? Buy it!

AOTM · 2 June 2008, 02:46 AM

Pull The Trigger...if Its An Ad You Have Nothing To Fear. Make Sure They Keep It In Box With Plastic And Stickers On. Can't You Give A Deposit?

gha · 2 June 2008, 02:58 AM

As everyone says, if it's brand new, in the box, with all the stickers/tags, etc., what's the worry? And, if it isn't once you get there, simply do not accept it, and have the charge reversed......call that pushy clerk back....gha

timetravel125 · 2 June 2008, 03:07 AM

Please buy it, ask questions later!

Opportunity, as I recall "knocks" only once!

Cheers.

1 June 2008, 08:19 PM	#1
Sublex "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Seattle, WA. Posts: 20	Dismayed in Disneyland Long time reader, first post. I really must tell you all about a situation I'm having with bad luck: I recieved a call this last Saturday afternoon from an AD here in Tacoma, WA. sales person called and asked me if I still wanted that SS Datona (white dial) "M" series I'd asked her about a week prior. I was, for a moment elated, problem was I was standing in the middle of disneyland with my family and would not be back in town until Monday. She was very persistant (helpfull?) and said I could give her my cc# but it was to be considered a purchase, I mentioned I must see/inspect it before I commit for buying. Of course she reminded me that it would be gone by the end of the weekend and really needed a commitment, I had to pass...depressed! This just adds to my bad luck it would seem, 1 month prior I was at DisneyWorld, Fl. with my other daughter and family and got the same call from the same lady who asked if I wanted a milgaus (black dial) and I had to turn her down, I almost want to cry... OR!! should I call her tomorrow and buy it anyways, unseen? Currently a proud owner of a D-TT-sub/date

1 June 2008, 08:23 PM	#2
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Welcome to TRF Buy the watch ASAP Don't forget the pics __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

1 June 2008, 09:02 PM	#4
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Welcome to TRF! Go get that stunner NOW! __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

1 June 2008, 09:49 PM	#7
Chozn1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: South GA Watch: Sub and President Posts: 1,494	On the hard to get watches, you're just going to have to take the plunge. I had to commit to my Milgauss even though I'd never held one in my hands. There's not much to inspect really. I hope you don't lose out on that watch because of delaying if it's something you really want though. You got extremely lucky in finding one within a week, and I think you'll have to wait far longer than that if this one's already gone. __________________ Current Models... (K)Bluesy (M) TT DJ In search of DayDate Prior models... Just about everything.

1 June 2008, 10:47 PM	#9
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 11,882	Call her back __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

1 June 2008, 08:32 PM	#3
Skippy Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Holland Posts: 283	Just buy it what's there to inspect, it's brand new isn't it and I would very mutch doubt that if there was something wrong it couldn't be solved with the ad. I can't imagine you could loose with a SS Daytona asuming they sell it at list.

1 June 2008, 09:03 PM	#5
jdc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: UK Posts: 7,023	I suggest you cut down on your monthly trips to Disney, then you may be at home to get the call Welcome to TRF

1 June 2008, 09:47 PM	#6
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	I bought a Milgauss from an AD over the phone with my CC. I would do it again and know many many others who have. I would have bought it if I were you. It's BNIB from a trusted Rolex AD, can't see what would be a problem.

1 June 2008, 10:45 PM	#8
Magik Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Patrick Location: Royal Kunia, HI Watch: Sub-Date & GMT ll Posts: 603	I would buy it. When you inspect upon picking it up, I'm sure you can cancel your purchase if you find any defects. Don't let this opportunity pass you by. Best of luck.

1 June 2008, 10:51 PM	#10
watchlady "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: the other Lisa Location: Metro New York Watch: SS/RG Datejust Posts: 1,014	Either trust that it is good and buy it...what problem could it have if it is brand new? Or buy a Mickey Mouse watch at Disneyland and give up the opportunity to get a Daytona. __________________ Oyster Date 15200 : DJ Mid TT RG 178241: DJ SS 116234 Sub ND 14060M : PLATTY YM 16622 : Milgauss 116400 White

1 June 2008, 10:55 PM	#11
Arby1028 Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Robert Location: No. Carolina, USA Watch: Hamilton & 16610 Posts: 32	Just curious why she is putting the "hard sell" on you? That alone would make me want to purchase somewhere else. You can always have your credit card company reverse the charges if there's something wrong. Unfortunately I've had to do this a couple times when something purchased wasn't as it was supposed to be.

1 June 2008, 11:04 PM	#12
dsimon9 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 284	If it is a brand new watch, and you are dealing with an AD, I would take the plunge. Also remember, if you use your credit card and it turns out there is a problem with the watch, you can always call the cc company and put a stop payment in place. I have placed stop payments in the past when the vendor did not come through with his/her part of the agreement. It gives you leverage. After placing the stop payment you will have to provide information to the cc company. The cc company ends up acting as an arbitrator. My two or three issues in the past 20 years plus, were resolved quite quickly by dealing directly with the vendor. Dex

1 June 2008, 11:22 PM	#13
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	Buy it! __________________ Member #471

1 June 2008, 11:29 PM	#14
mopsey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Martin Location: London Watch: Sub,Exp2,BlkBy,SD Posts: 1,258	Yep, get that baby. If there's a problem then let the cc company take care of it if the AD gets funny. __________________ Lest we forget.

1 June 2008, 11:33 PM	#15
MrCowboy99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Mac Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,368	If it's an AD, and she tells your it's BNIB, and when you get there and it's not then report it to Rolex USA, I bet they would like to hear about that one. In other words, buy it and worry about inspection when you pic it up.

1 June 2008, 11:36 PM	#16
shoppy "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Simon Location: UK Watch: OP and daytona Posts: 1,769	Buy it an don't miss out.

1 June 2008, 11:38 PM	#17
1MAC "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Leawood, Kansas Watch: Submariner 16610 Posts: 854	Dismayed? You're in the "Happiest place on Earth!"

1 June 2008, 11:43 PM	#19
rob 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Northern Ca. Watch: DSSD JC Posts: 803	wow! I wish that would happen to me! I'd be two Rolex guy now! __________________ GMT Master II 116710LN, GMT Master 1675 Pepsi Submariner 16610LV, Sea Dweller 126600 SD43 DSSD-“JC” 136660, Polar Exp II 226570

1 June 2008, 11:43 PM	#20
ROLEX MAN 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: land down under Watch: you? "YES PLEASE"! Posts: 3,681	Buy unseen, It's new, and under warranty! __________________ *it's not just about telling the time...* *happy rolexing...* I'm just a man with a passion

1 June 2008, 11:56 PM	#21
Hamilton Carvalho Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: New York Posts: 1,225	Get it now, if you have a problem with it you can always take it to the RSC.

1 June 2008, 11:57 PM	#22
PhilM "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Phil Location: London Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 1,765	Buy it BTW Welcome to TRF

2 June 2008, 12:50 AM	#23
rpryan55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Dick Location: USA Watch: SubND,DD,SSDaytona Posts: 2,257	Well, on the bright side, you were at the happiest place in the world. Twice! The memories of children at Disneyland is worth more than any Rolex. Just my $0.02. Besides, they make more than one of those Daytonas per year. You'll get yours. __________________ “The only reason for time ....................... is so that everything doesn't happen at once." Albert Einstein

2 June 2008, 12:57 AM	#24
GoldenBear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,480	Why would it be anything but perfect? It sounds like it is a new watch from an AD. If there was a problem, refuse it. Any CC company in the world will back you. You shouldn't need to "inspect" it before buying it. I am sure they want to make sure you were a real buyer and not just a "tire kicker" who can't afford it but wanted to be on "the list"...This way they can go on to the next person on the list, who will snap it up. __________________ ____________________________________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner Rolex SS Submariner Breitling Emergency Mission They are just watches, wear 'em. ____________________________________________

2 June 2008, 01:06 AM	#25
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	Welcome along and enjoy. Why would you not buy this wacth from an AD. If it is new as stated, then no worries. Looks like after two refusal's to purchase you might not be so high up their list next time. __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

2 June 2008, 01:52 AM	#26
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	Let's hope that it's not gone by the time you get back to the AD. __________________ ..33

2 June 2008, 02:14 AM	#27
Road Warrior "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Brad Location: NC Watch: Any Rolex Posts: 378	Inspect what? Buy it! __________________ Wearing a Rolex is perpetual bliss!

2 June 2008, 02:46 AM	#28
AOTM Banned Join Date: May 2008 Location: usa Posts: 122	Pull The Trigger...if Its An Ad You Have Nothing To Fear. Make Sure They Keep It In Box With Plastic And Stickers On. Can't You Give A Deposit?

2 June 2008, 02:58 AM	#29
gha "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: gha Location: Canada Watch: Rolex DateJust Posts: 664	As everyone says, if it's brand new, in the box, with all the stickers/tags, etc., what's the worry? And, if it isn't once you get there, simply do not accept it, and have the charge reversed......call that pushy clerk back....gha

2 June 2008, 03:07 AM	#30
timetravel125 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Louie Location: California Watch: Rolex Posts: 644	Please buy it, ask questions later! Opportunity, as I recall "knocks" only once! Cheers.

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