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Old 23 March 2009, 01:34 PM   #121
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I say get 2, the Daytona and the Milgauss. Thats just me.

Wish you the best of luck on your choice.
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Old 23 March 2009, 01:52 PM   #122
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Short of a gas or something, would you skuttle the deal over scratches, or just use i as a bargaining point? I don't plan on negotiating on that level More like, whats your best price? Then, well, this is what I have to spend. Something like that. What's your take?
I would offer him an 'ideal' price and then let the negotiations begin. If there are scratches on the pieces I would point that out to him. I would not let him buff them out.

If at the end you are able to get 15-20% off, that is a good deal. See if he can ship to save tax.

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Old 23 March 2009, 02:12 PM   #123
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Agree,Milgauss and daytona
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Old 23 March 2009, 04:27 PM   #124
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Ask for deep discount and free 3 winders too.
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Old 23 March 2009, 09:09 PM   #125
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Well, I just sent an e-mail to the store manager asking what kind of deal he might be able to offer. I'll let you know when I receive his reply. Thanks everyone for helping out :)
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Old 24 March 2009, 01:53 AM   #126
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Well, I just sent an e-mail to the store manager asking what kind of deal he might be able to offer. I'll let you know when I receive his reply. Thanks everyone for helping out :)
I would be surprise if he replies back with a discount price. ADs don't like to talk about discounts especially in print where it can be traced.
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Old 24 March 2009, 02:59 AM   #127
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You are a rich guy to me!

But hey... the economy ain't getting better til people start spending!
Amen, I heard that.

I am by no means rich but am doing a few things around the house to keep a few smaller local businesses busy. Also to all the Californians out there. Why not go by a Maglite they are made in Ontario, Ca. I just bought another… every little thing you buy that is made in your home town will help out.
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Old 24 March 2009, 03:05 AM   #128
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Well, I just sent an e-mail to the store manager asking what kind of deal he might be able to offer. I'll let you know when I receive his reply. Thanks everyone for helping out :)
You have to call or go into the store. He's just going to email you back saying let's talk on the phone or something.
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Old 24 March 2009, 03:13 AM   #129
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Well, I just sent an e-mail to the store manager asking what kind of deal he might be able to offer. I'll let you know when I receive his reply. Thanks everyone for helping out :)
I have a better idea why dont you go to the sales forum put a WTB ad state exactly what you are willing to pay and put your contact info.I am sure you will get a responce from more than 1 person.FYI Tire kickers don't get offered real final discounts etc.Sending him an email is not the way to crack a deal.If he knows you post in forums he might walk away altogether the last thing he wants is 1 of his customers telling the world they got a big discount at so and so. Walk in there pull the watches out lay down some cash in a very discrete way and wait and see.This is how I seperate the tire kickers from the ready to buy crowd.We can talk discounts all day and all night and if I throw in this etc.Lay the cash down so he knows you are for real right now or else forget it he knows you are tire kicking.No checks no AMEX VISA etc.You will then and only then know if the seller is ready to sell and he will know only than that your are serious and ready to buy.The rest is talk.Good luck either way.
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Old 24 March 2009, 03:25 AM   #130
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I agree that you need to discuss this with the AD in person
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Old 24 March 2009, 03:28 AM   #131
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I have a better idea why dont you go to the sales forum put a WTB ad state exactly what you are willing to pay and put your contact info.I am sure you will get a responce from more than 1 person.FYI Tire kickers don't get offered real final discounts etc.Sending him an email is not the way to crack a deal.If he knows you post in forums he might walk away altogether the last thing he wants is 1 of his customers telling the world they got a big discount at so and so. Walk in there pull the watches out lay down some cash in a very discrete way and wait and see.This is how I seperate the tire kickers from the ready to buy crowd.We can talk discounts all day and all night and if I throw in this etc.Lay the cash down so he knows you are for real right now or else forget it he knows you are tire kicking.No checks no AMEX VISA etc.You will then and only then know if the seller is ready to sell and he will know only than that your are serious and ready to buy.The rest is talk.Good luck either way.
Sounds like good advice to me. Thanks.
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Old 24 March 2009, 03:46 AM   #132
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If I were looking at that purchase,I would drive across the boarder have a enjoyable weekend in toronto were your money will give you a instant 20%.just my thoughts.
Smart man, though they are more expensive here and not a direct comparison.
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Old 24 March 2009, 10:44 PM   #133
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Well, the AD has not replied to my e-mail. What do you think?
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Old 24 March 2009, 11:04 PM   #134
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Well, the AD has not replied to my e-mail. What do you think?
Call him and say that you are coming in and to have an offer ready. Be prepared to counter.
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Old 24 March 2009, 11:16 PM   #135
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Well, the AD has not replied to my e-mail. What do you think?
Read my previous post about sending him an email.
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Old 24 March 2009, 11:22 PM   #136
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Read my previous post about sending him an email.
I did, and I understand. I still would have thought he would have responded to my e-mail. This is what I wrote:



Tim, thank you for your time yesterday. I really appreciated the opportunity to see first hand and up close the Daytona, Milgauss LV and the DSSD. I believe you mentioned something about putting together a package for all three. Wow, what an idea! So extravagant in today's world, yet so enticing! I guess my question is, what kind of package can you offer me? This is a big purchase for me, I'm not one of those over-paid rich attorneys that I am sure frequent your store. I'm just a local attorney in a small town, trying to eke our a living for my family.

So, when you have a chance, please let me know if there is a deal to be had.

Thanks again, I enjoy and appreciate being a customer of your store.
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Old 24 March 2009, 11:30 PM   #137
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Brian: what a decision! Just remember: in tough markets, those that are well positioned expand, not contract. They'll never get any cheaper.
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Old 25 March 2009, 12:53 AM   #138
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Wow.. I really want to see what kind of a package deal you can get..

However, I would not recommend buying three watches at the same time.. unless you really really want them and know that you are going to be wearing them for a long time.

Anyhow... if I were you, I would take the daytona at 10% off, Milgauss at 20% off, and DSSD at 30% off..

Again.. even with those discounts, once you wear them and try to sell any of the pieces, you will be hit with depreciation too...
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Old 25 March 2009, 01:01 AM   #139
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Brian,

I would not give the impression of being overly anxious and let him get back to you. Wait a week before calling him to confirm receipt of your email.

If it does not work out the longer you wait the less the pieces will cost IMO. I do not believe the market has bottomed out yet.

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Old 25 March 2009, 01:39 AM   #140
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Sounds good guys! Thanks for your advice and support.
I'm sure glad that this is not a critical decision in my life; just fun one.
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Sounds good guys! Thanks for your advice and support.
I'm sure glad that this is not a critical decision in my life; just fun one.
The critical decision comes when he responds with the price!
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Old 25 March 2009, 02:07 AM   #142
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[QUOTE=ijen0311;1063249]The critical decision comes when he responds with the price! [/QUOTE

Yeah.
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The critical decision comes when he responds with the price!
his wallets not on "life support", either go for it or dont, and get on with your day -
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Old 25 March 2009, 02:24 AM   #144
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oh... well I'll put this away then

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Old 25 March 2009, 02:37 AM   #146
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I think the fact that there is a daytona on the table and the responses, if I was in your position, I would secure the 1 watch that you really want and talk turkey with this guy, I would not be surprised if by the time you get to a discounting decision the daytona and poss mil is off the table. Many people have read this thread and may take the decision out of your hands.
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Old 25 March 2009, 02:55 AM   #147
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Old 25 March 2009, 05:35 AM   #148
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I just got a phone call; he said he never got m e-mail. He was surprised to hear that I might be interestd in all three watches. I re-sent he e-mail and i am waiting to hear back.
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numbskull !

didn'tya "BCC" yerself to make sure the thing went out.
I oughtsta bang your head into your monitor like Moe from the "Stooges"

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Sounds good guys! Thanks for your advice and support.
I'm sure glad that this is not a critical decision in my life; just fun one.
Maybe not critical for you.... but critical for the rest of us.

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