A Christmas Story at Tourneau

[NYG1121]

Strolling through mall and walk into tourneau.

Saleswoman; “Sir, the watches are display models only. Nothing for sale”

Me: “well hello and very nice to meet you. I know and I wasn’t expecting anything for sale but was just hoping to check out some models in real life since you don’t get to see them anymore. Do you mind if I try on the explorer II?”

Saleswoman: “sure”. Opens catalog to look for what an explorer II looks like “it is 42mm one I think. Here you go”

Me: “is this the new reference? I like the proportions and the bracelet. ”

Saleswoman: “crickets..” “nice tudor you have on”

Me: “thank you! Its actually an AP royal oak chronograph”

Saleswoman: “oh well our waiting lists are years long so sorry I cant help you”

Me: “but I didnt even ask for anything”

Me: leaves store and contemplates why I still love this hobby…