got the call from the AD for 3rd time in 6 months and a few thoughts

[tekops]

I'm one of those that refuses to pay for anything over MSRP. Not bashing anyone that chooses not to. Just my way of thinking. Granted most of the models that I desired are not holy grail pieces, but at least they are to me. A few thoughts about my AD experiences. I’ve visited boutique AD’s and Chain jeweler AD’s and have to say the chain jewelers were far more welcoming than boutique AD’s.
Boutique AD
My general experience was when you walk into a Boutique AD. That your basically treated like dirt, the salespeople are inconvenienced by you even breathing and how dare I even try to be look at exhibit pieces or be considered for a list or whatever terminally all AD’s use. Oh and be even considered I’d have to spend an ungodly amount on other jewelry and watches brands. Before even being considered for the most basic Rolex.
VS.
Retail Chain AD
My general experience was when you walk into a retail chain AD. I walk in and generally greeted with a welcome and notified that all pieces are for exhibit only. (Not a problem) I love to browse. I ask if there’s a list or whatever they call it and usually am told yes, but the wait list is month to years before being called. Okay, no problem. I still ask to be put on the list and generally the sales associate is more then happy to put my on the list.
So far within the past 6 months and two different chain AD’s I’ve been able to purchase the below:
2021- AirKing
2021- GMT II RootBeer
2022- 41mm Rose Gold Wimbledon Jubilee (picked up last night)
After purchasing I put myself on the list for Daytona two tone gold\steel black dial