Any of you worry about people trying to rip you off when they see your watch?

[Chaching]

A solid Gold watch attracts unwanted attention .....Maybe if you were wearing this....


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[superdog]

My dentist is a buddy that I met in play group at 2.

We've been like brothers for 37 years. I had an emergency and saw his dad instead of him once.

A man that hosted me at his table over decades tried to sell me on all sorts of shit.

It's just business.


I'd like to believe that anyone that actually knows my watch, realized I am savvy enough to have earned it.

[Laszlo]

Originally Posted by Chaching

A solid Gold watch atrracts unwanted attention.....Maybe if you were wearing this....


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If I wore a piece like that I'd expect something more than a new tooth.

[submariner66]

like johnny cash says....

[Chaching]

Originally Posted by Laszlo

If I wore a piece like that I'd expect something more than a new tooth.

[datejusting]

Now days most people don't care about watches and don't know a Rolex from a Timex. They also realize that anyone with a credit card can wear a luxury watch. So they are most likely not impressed with your watch.

[Rock]

My wife always says "don't wear your watches when getting a quote from tradesmen" but I really doubt they take much notice. They WOULD recognise a nice watch however - some tradesmen here make the same sort of salaries as doctors.
Last Plumber I had spent a lot of time talking about his investment properties and wine cellar.

[SUBversive]

Sounds like the usual up-sell everyone is pulling these days. It's either that or an affinity "discount" card or company specific credit card.

[SAAS]

They were more interested in your insurance.

[East Bay Rider]

Once had a car salesman almost resting his chin on the table and he pretended to reach down and pull up his sock as we sat at a table in the showroom. What he was really doing was looking up my shirt sleeve to identify the crown on my watch.

[praha335ci]

Originally Posted by rolex75216

I find that I get better service when people notice my Rolex.

I've noticed that as well. Was at a electrical shop checking out the new Sony 4K TV and found the service was exceptional . They were really keen to sell . These were fairly young sales people as well.

[Dan Pierce]

Just cause you're paranoid doesn't mean they ain't out to get ya'.
dP

[praha335ci]

Originally Posted by Rock

My wife always says "don't wear your watches when getting a quote from tradesmen" but I really doubt they take much notice. They WOULD recognise a nice watch however - some tradesmen here make the same sort of salaries as doctors.
Last Plumber I had spent a lot of time talking about his investment properties and wine cellar.

Over here in Perth Western Australia with the shortage of experienced tradies , they actually make more per hour then even medical specialists. My sister is an anethetist and earns less per hour than electricians on the mines. Well we do live in the state of CUB ( cashed up bogans) , some who are even willing to pay $100 for a boutique beer

[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by alarminglycharming

I'm sure in some places it'd be stupid to think they wouldn't try, but I mean in places that you wouldn't expect.

I had to go to the dentist recently for an infected, impacted wisdom tooth. I was wearing my LVc, although I'm not sure if she actually noticed.

The dentist said I'd have to see an oral surgeon as she couldn't do anything for me, but then she tried very hard to up sell me on invisalign, veneers, and having fillings "re-done."

I wondered if she was laying it on extra thick b/c of the bling or if it was just standard practice at that particular practice. Suffice it to say, I will not be back.

you're just an anti-dentite.


sorry, had to.

[Silverfever]

Anyone worry that the only reason why he/she is dating you is because you wear a Rolex?

[SUBversive]

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

you're just an anti-dentite.


sorry, had to.

[Laszlo]

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

you're just an anti-dentite.


sorry, had to.

Good one

[scranger]

Frankly, it's been my experience that most people don't pay any attention to what watch others are wearing.

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

you're just an anti-dentite.


sorry, had to.

Of course people notice your rolex if it is visible. Salespeople in particular will change their behavior in some manner almost on cue. I have generally found that salespeople treat me very well if a fine watch is visible. This may be particularly evident to me because I am 25, and at this age people label you a tire kicker in some situations.

[mfer]

I'm sorry but your dentist seems good. They were good enough to send you to a specialist to get your infected wisdom tooth removed. If they were a money hungry place they might have done it themselves. They sell pretty teeth, so they offer you the options. Btw, i'm not a dentist by any means. If they refer you to someone else, that is good in my book.

[SixPak]

Originally Posted by alarminglycharming

I'm sure in some places it'd be stupid to think they wouldn't try, but I mean in places that you wouldn't expect.

I had to go to the dentist recently for an infected, impacted wisdom tooth. I was wearing my LVc, although I'm not sure if she actually noticed.

The dentist said I'd have to see an oral surgeon as she couldn't do anything for me, but then she tried very hard to up sell me on invisalign, veneers, and having fillings "re-done."

I wondered if she was laying it on extra thick b/c of the bling or if it was just standard practice at that particular practice. Suffice it to say, I will not be back.

Really? Seriously? Wearing a SS Rolex is nothing special, as much as I love your LVc. It's a dime a dozen, my friend.
Secondly that dentist was just doing her job nothing more nothing less. It's quite normal to sell your service to your clients or patients. I see nothing wrong with that.

[alarminglycharming]

I guess I am just anti-dentite.


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[Laszlo]

Originally Posted by alarminglycharming

I guess I am just anti-dentite.


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That's the spirit

[Presa canary]

Perhaps you weren't being your alarmingly charming self that morning?

[threemonkeys]

Originally Posted by datejusting

Now days most people don't care about watches and don't know a Rolex from a Timex. They also realize that anyone with a credit card can wear a luxury watch. So they are most likely not impressed with your watch.

I'm going with this.

[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by alarminglycharming

I guess I am just anti-dentite.


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[alarminglycharming]

Originally Posted by threemonkeys

I'm going with this.

Fair enough, but you could also say that a person willing to charge that much for a luxury item would also be a likely candidate (and good target) for expensive cosmetic procedures.

[alarminglycharming]

Originally Posted by SAAS

They were more interested in your insurance.

Cosmetic procedures generally aren't covered by insurance or allowed under HSA/FSA expenses. That's why they're more attractive, way more margins.

[QueueCumber]

I guess I am worried about my wife ripping me off when she sees my watch....

[elcompa]

Originally Posted by kilyung

I doubt it was the watch. I've only ever seen this at car dealerships or ADs.

Car dealers and Jewelers! Man, you got that right. My experience too.

Note: Although not money related, I have had my watch influence the outcome of certain interactions. I have had to conduct interrogations and debrief informants/victims/subjects. Years ago, I simply began removing my watch prior to sitting down for a talk. Funny, I have also noticed that having no watch at all has been noticed...I guess they think I have all day to work them. In this case, it works to my advantage.