So A Man Walks Into an AD, . . .

[nylawbiz]

I decided to drop by my local AD today to see what is new and exciting in the world of retail jewelry. As soon as I walked in, the manager warmly greeted me and in an almost gleeful manner said something to the effect of, "I have something you want." He then goes on to tell me that he has a white faced SS Daytona in the back which I could have. This was the first time I was ever offered a Daytona. Being addicted to this forum, I am well aware that SS daytonas are popping up all over (at least in the States). As a result, I wasn't taken back by his pronouncement, but I knew I was going to be facing a dilemma.

So there I was sitting at his Rolex counter, playing with the Daytona (it was the first time I have had the pleasure of "test driving" one) and I noticed that he had a Milgauss LV in the case. Also a first for me to see and play with! In conversation, I asked him what he thought about the DSSD. He responded by pointing out the he had one on display. I asked him to please break that one out too. Another first for me.

Let me tell, you , with the GMTII CC (which I had been wearing on my wrist) alternating wrist time with the Daytona, DSSD and a Milgauss, it was an extremely pleasant experience. The four made a very nice stainless steel quartet. Very nice indeed.

Then he says, how about I make up a package on all three? I think my jaw dropped and I gulped. My dilemma had now became even more torturous. He said he'd give me until tomorrow to make a decision on the Daytona, before he offered it to anyone else.

Please keep in mind that he did not call me to tell me about the Daytona. He had my phone number (unless he had lost it or forgot I existed - I did buy three Rolexes from them in the last 12 months). Only by happenstance did I ventured into his shop, and although all the stickers appeared to be on the watch, I could tell I was not the first person to have played with the watch. Form this I concluded that this hotcake must have been chilling in the back for at least a little while.

So, dear friends, now I must face my dilemma. I guess I could afford the watches, buying one or all three will not deplete my cash position in any major way. However, I do feel that it is kind of extravagance and maybe over an indulgence, especially in these tough times.

May I pose a few questions? At what price do you think it would be "prudent" (if it ever is prudent) to buy these babies? What price do you think is would a good deal? For each or for the trio? Am I crazy to even think about it? Am I craze to ask for for everyone's opinions? I would sincerely appreciate your input.

Oh, btw, in case the manager is reading this right now: Please give me your best deal, I need all the motivation you can give me. This is a tough decision for me!

Brian