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maton12 · 3 June 2017, 08:28 PM

You've never bought a watch from them and are invited to an event?

Think for sure they will be upset you bought elsewhere, but at least you've shown you're a serious buyer so try to work with them on your next purchase and give them an idea of what you might like

Karlig · 3 June 2017, 08:59 PM

I would go and wear the watch. They got first look at the deal and lost on price. It's always been a little annoying to me that AD's will not deal. In this day and age how many times do you really have to pay MSRP if you're willing to do a little shopping. Remember the old business adage, "pigs get fat, hogs get slaughtered."

Bob the brush · 3 June 2017, 09:24 PM

I would definitely go, and make sure they saw my new purchase, I would be upfront and honest if a sales representative noticed, and say I was out to get the best deal and that their store did not give that. It's your money, get the most out of your hard earned cash!

1William · 3 June 2017, 09:32 PM

I would go and wear my new watch. If the subject comes up then be direct but polite and tell them that you purchased it at another AD after they would not deal with you. I would not say which AD as it is not any business of the AD who would not deal. This sets you up as a legitimate buyer not just a tire kicker. They are local and you want to be able to go see other items at will and wear your watch. This is business not personal. Go, have fun and tell the AD that next time you buy that you hope it will be from them. But, that is up to them.

Jaycnyp · 3 June 2017, 10:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1William

I would go and wear my new watch. If the subject comes up then be direct but polite and tell them that you purchased it at another AD after they would not deal with you. I would not say which AD as it is not any business of the AD who would not deal. This sets you up as a legitimate buyer not just a tire kicker. They are local and you want to be able to go see other items at will and wear your watch. This is business not personal. Go, have fun and tell the AD that next time you buy that you hope it will be from them. But, that is up to them.

I agree with this 100%

watchwatcher · 4 June 2017, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1William

I would go and wear my new watch. If the subject comes up then be direct but polite and tell them that you purchased it at another AD after they would not deal with you. I would not say which AD as it is not any business of the AD who would not deal. This sets you up as a legitimate buyer not just a tire kicker. They are local and you want to be able to go see other items at will and wear your watch. This is business not personal. Go, have fun and tell the AD that next time you buy that you hope it will be from them. But, that is up to them.

My thoughts exactly.

ap1 · 3 June 2017, 09:54 PM

First I'd have them size it for you

No shame in going, honesty is the best policy. Balls in their court for the next purchase.

slide13 · 3 June 2017, 10:15 PM

Thanks to everyone for the feedback!

I think I will go because it just sounds fun and I'm hoping they might have an SD43 available to check out in person.

Also, this isn't an invite only event, it's posted on their FB page. Rolex is their only high end brand, the other stuff is Hamilton, Shinola, etc....so it's not really an exclusive thing.

And I'll wear the watch, going without wearing it and making it seem like i could still be a buyer for this watch from them would seem dishonest. And I will tell them why I got it elsewhere if asked, but I won't tell them where. Thankfully I'm within a couple hour drive of many ADs (this one is only one closer than an hour though) so they'd have no way of knowing which one gave me the deal. And I'll just let them know that when I get a good deal from someone I like to practice discretion on their behalf.

c41006 · 3 June 2017, 10:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slide13

Thanks to everyone for the feedback!

I think I will go because it just sounds fun and I'm hoping they might have an SD43 available to check out in person.

Also, this isn't an invite only event, it's posted on their FB page. Rolex is their only high end brand, the other stuff is Hamilton, Shinola, etc....so it's not really an exclusive thing.

And I'll wear the watch, going without wearing it and making it seem like i could still be a buyer for this watch from them would seem dishonest. And I will tell them why I got it elsewhere if asked, but I won't tell them where. Thankfully I'm within a couple hour drive of many ADs (this one is only one closer than an hour though) so they'd have no way of knowing which one gave me the deal. And I'll just let them know that when I get a good deal from someone I like to practice discretion on their behalf.

In my opinion you are overthinking this stuff.

Just go and enjoy the event and don't worry about all this.

mjclark32 · 4 June 2017, 05:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slide13

Thanks to everyone for the feedback!

I think I will go because it just sounds fun and I'm hoping they might have an SD43 available to check out in person.

Also, this isn't an invite only event, it's posted on their FB page. Rolex is their only high end brand, the other stuff is Hamilton, Shinola, etc....so it's not really an exclusive thing.

And I'll wear the watch, going without wearing it and making it seem like i could still be a buyer for this watch from them would seem dishonest. And I will tell them why I got it elsewhere if asked, but I won't tell them where. Thankfully I'm within a couple hour drive of many ADs (this one is only one closer than an hour though) so they'd have no way of knowing which one gave me the deal. And I'll just let them know that when I get a good deal from someone I like to practice discretion on their behalf.

Enjoy!

brandrea · 3 June 2017, 10:34 PM

Enjoy the event and your new Sub

Glad you decided to go to the event. Hope they have something you might consider buying. Maybe they'll work a bit more on their price with you next time.

meganfox17 · 3 June 2017, 10:45 PM

SA-LU-TE ! CHEERS !

gummy · 4 June 2017, 01:28 AM

Why not go?
Why not wear the watch?
Why not engage with the sales person?

You did go to them first...the deal didn't work...Let the sales person know...be candid.

There is always the next watch...or you never know...maybe that sales person ends up working at another AD or watch shop down the line.

JR16 · 4 June 2017, 02:59 AM

Don't overthink this, if you want to go then go. And if you want to wear your watch, wear it. This is a business and they failed to make a sale to you. If it comes up, there's no reason to not give them honest feedback. There's no reason to feel awkward. If enough people are honest with them, maybe they will be more willing to be competitive in the future. Enjoy!

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JR16 · 4 June 2017, 03:05 AM

Don't overthink this, if you want to go then go. And if you want to wear your watch, wear it. This is a business and they failed to make a sale to you. If it comes up, there's no reason to not give them honest feedback. There's no reason to feel awkward. If enough people are honest with them, maybe they will be more willing to be competitive in the future. Enjoy!

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DramaTurtle · 4 June 2017, 04:56 AM

I would want the salesman to see my watch purchase and that he missed out on the sale due to inflexibility.

fletch · 4 June 2017, 05:10 AM

Firstly invites to this sort of things don't happen often so I wouldn't miss out, as for the watch I wouldn't wear it don't burn your bridges you never know when you may need them!
My local AD has terrible sales people so I have never bought from them but you never know when the resident watchmaker may come in handy.

EDL7 · 4 June 2017, 05:29 AM

Go to the event..eat all their food..but leave the watch home..
Because if you wear the watch..they might jack you up in back...lol..
But all kidding aside..as a business owner..the exact wrong thing for a customer to do is...eat all my food and wineo..and then have the gall to flaunt another dealers merchandise right in my face...trust me..that will definitely get you on their sheeeit list..faster than you can bat an eye..
And if and when you actually need them for something..they will remember...(we never forget...never! ) and will pay you back in full..any way they can...usually in the form of..well...

MCO1 · 4 June 2017, 05:37 AM

In theory I agree on going and not worrying about it but I have similar issues at my AD. I looked at an Explorer there several times ended up buying pre-owned. I generally wear one of my others when I visit them.

Fleetlord · 4 June 2017, 06:36 AM

Nah...that ship has sailed. You don't need free "event" food and they are never that fun to begin with.

It would be a pass for me.

slide13 · 4 June 2017, 07:07 AM

Just to follow up, I went and had a good time. Nothing great watch wise but just fun to chat with some like minded people and saw a few cool cars and sampled some decent whiskies.

I did wear my watch, it was noticed, and it went over just fine. I had a little aside with the manager and she understood and was interested in future business next time I'm shopping for one.

Glad I went!

tufty · 4 June 2017, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slide13

Just to follow up, I went and had a good time. Nothing great watch wise but just fun to chat with some like minded people and saw a few cool cars and sampled some decent whiskies.

I did wear my watch, it was noticed, and it went over just fine. I had a little aside with the manager and she understood and was interested in future business next time I'm shopping for one.

Glad I went!

good out come then.... whats your next purchase going to be?

sea-dweller · 4 June 2017, 07:39 AM

Glad you went! Sounds good!

4 June 2017, 07:39 AM	#23
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Glad you went! Sounds good! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

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3 June 2017, 08:28 PM	#1
maton12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Sydney Posts: 400	You've never bought a watch from them and are invited to an event? Think for sure they will be upset you bought elsewhere, but at least you've shown you're a serious buyer so try to work with them on your next purchase and give them an idea of what you might like

3 June 2017, 08:59 PM	#2
Karlig "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Sam Emerson Location: Las vegas Watch: Rolex Sub Hulk Posts: 441	I would go and wear the watch. They got first look at the deal and lost on price. It's always been a little annoying to me that AD's will not deal. In this day and age how many times do you really have to pay MSRP if you're willing to do a little shopping. Remember the old business adage, "pigs get fat, hogs get slaughtered."

3 June 2017, 09:24 PM	#3
Bob the brush "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Mercia Watch: 1016 Explorer. Posts: 928	I would definitely go, and make sure they saw my new purchase, I would be upfront and honest if a sales representative noticed, and say I was out to get the best deal and that their store did not give that. It's your money, get the most out of your hard earned cash!

3 June 2017, 09:32 PM	#4
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,787	I would go and wear my new watch. If the subject comes up then be direct but polite and tell them that you purchased it at another AD after they would not deal with you. I would not say which AD as it is not any business of the AD who would not deal. This sets you up as a legitimate buyer not just a tire kicker. They are local and you want to be able to go see other items at will and wear your watch. This is business not personal. Go, have fun and tell the AD that next time you buy that you hope it will be from them. But, that is up to them.

3 June 2017, 09:54 PM	#7
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,537	First I'd have them size it for you No shame in going, honesty is the best policy. Balls in their court for the next purchase.

3 June 2017, 10:15 PM	#8
slide13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Here Posts: 1,004	Thanks to everyone for the feedback! I think I will go because it just sounds fun and I'm hoping they might have an SD43 available to check out in person. Also, this isn't an invite only event, it's posted on their FB page. Rolex is their only high end brand, the other stuff is Hamilton, Shinola, etc....so it's not really an exclusive thing. And I'll wear the watch, going without wearing it and making it seem like i could still be a buyer for this watch from them would seem dishonest. And I will tell them why I got it elsewhere if asked, but I won't tell them where. Thankfully I'm within a couple hour drive of many ADs (this one is only one closer than an hour though) so they'd have no way of knowing which one gave me the deal. And I'll just let them know that when I get a good deal from someone I like to practice discretion on their behalf.

3 June 2017, 10:34 PM	#11
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,129	Enjoy the event and your new Sub Glad you decided to go to the event. Hope they have something you might consider buying. Maybe they'll work a bit more on their price with you next time.

3 June 2017, 10:45 PM	#12
meganfox17 Banned Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Kuala Lumpur , Ma Posts: 2,011	SA-LU-TE ! CHEERS !

4 June 2017, 01:28 AM	#13
gummy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Thomas Location: Midwest USA Watch: AP PP Rolex Posts: 3,348	Why not go? Why not wear the watch? Why not engage with the sales person? You did go to them first...the deal didn't work...Let the sales person know...be candid. There is always the next watch...or you never know...maybe that sales person ends up working at another AD or watch shop down the line.

4 June 2017, 02:59 AM	#14
JR16 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 6,253	Don't overthink this, if you want to go then go. And if you want to wear your watch, wear it. This is a business and they failed to make a sale to you. If it comes up, there's no reason to not give them honest feedback. There's no reason to feel awkward. If enough people are honest with them, maybe they will be more willing to be competitive in the future. Enjoy! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

4 June 2017, 03:05 AM	#15
JR16 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 6,253	Don't overthink this, if you want to go then go. And if you want to wear your watch, wear it. This is a business and they failed to make a sale to you. If it comes up, there's no reason to not give them honest feedback. There's no reason to feel awkward. If enough people are honest with them, maybe they will be more willing to be competitive in the future. Enjoy! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

4 June 2017, 05:10 AM	#17
fletch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: lancaster Watch: Green Ceramic Sub Posts: 10	Firstly invites to this sort of things don't happen often so I wouldn't miss out, as for the watch I wouldn't wear it don't burn your bridges you never know when you may need them! My local AD has terrible sales people so I have never bought from them but you never know when the resident watchmaker may come in handy.

4 June 2017, 05:29 AM	#18
EDL7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: USA Posts: 842	Go to the event..eat all their food..but leave the watch home.. Because if you wear the watch..they might jack you up in back...lol.. But all kidding aside..as a business owner..the exact wrong thing for a customer to do is...eat all my food and wineo..and then have the gall to flaunt another dealers merchandise right in my face...trust me..that will definitely get you on their sheeeit list..faster than you can bat an eye.. And if and when you actually need them for something..they will remember...(we never forget...never! ) and will pay you back in full..any way they can...usually in the form of..well...

4 June 2017, 05:37 AM	#19
MCO1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Missouri USA Watch: Daytona C white Posts: 2,248	In theory I agree on going and not worrying about it but I have similar issues at my AD. I looked at an Explorer there several times ended up buying pre-owned. I generally wear one of my others when I visit them.

4 June 2017, 06:36 AM	#20
Fleetlord 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vain Posts: 6,024	Nah...that ship has sailed. You don't need free "event" food and they are never that fun to begin with. It would be a pass for me.

4 June 2017, 07:07 AM	#21
slide13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Here Posts: 1,004	Just to follow up, I went and had a good time. Nothing great watch wise but just fun to chat with some like minded people and saw a few cool cars and sampled some decent whiskies. I did wear my watch, it was noticed, and it went over just fine. I had a little aside with the manager and she understood and was interested in future business next time I'm shopping for one. Glad I went!

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