Patek Boutique Boston is Open

[JSol1]

There was a thread earlier inquiring about the opening. It’s officially open as of today!

[JorgeCCW]

Open question, what’s the point of these boutiques?


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[ts3]

Is it run by Patek or an AD? Asking because where I live there is a Patek and Rolex boutique that is run by Bucherer.

[Russell996]

Originally Posted by ts3

Is it run by Patek or an AD? Asking because where I live there is a Patek and Rolex boutique that is run by Bucherer.

Patek only runs 3 salons, Geneva, London and Paris.

[ts3]

Originally Posted by Russell996

Patek only runs 3 salons, Geneva, London and Paris.

This is why I was asking. So an AD with a Patek exclusive store it seems.

[uniqueMR]

Originally Posted by ts3

Is it run by Patek or an AD? Asking because where I live there is a Patek and Rolex boutique that is run by Bucherer.

AD, run by Long's Jewelers
That brings total retailers to 39 in states. But we will see decrease in ADs in states, going under 30 in 1-2 years.

[Crazywis]

Originally Posted by uniqueMR

But we will see decrease in ADs in states, going under 30 in 1-2 years.

A guess or fact? It would be quite odd given that countries the size of UK and Italy have almost as many.

[Russell996]

Originally Posted by Crazywis

A guess or fact? It would be quite odd given that countries the size of UK and Italy have almost as many.

France has one AD.

[uniqueMR]

Originally Posted by Crazywis

A guess or fact? It would be quite odd given that countries the size of UK and Italy have almost as many.

Fact.

[only1swami]

Long’s has a 150+ year history in Boston…they also run the biggest Rolex boutique in USA which is Rolex Boston…they were destined to get PP

will be interesting to see how it plays out

If anyone visits, please share your experience and if you already have a history at Long’s!


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[dchang81]

Boston used to have 5 ADs just 7 years ago. Crazy that none of them are ADs anymore.

[JSol1]

Originally Posted by only1swami

Long’s has a 150+ year history in Boston…they also run the biggest Rolex boutique in USA which is Rolex Boston…they were destined to get PP

will be interesting to see how it plays out

If anyone visits, please share your experience and if you already have a history at Long’s!


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I will be visiting this afternoon. I’ve been a long time customer of Long’s and I’m trying to determine what I want for my first PP.

They showed me some options a couple of weeks ago (they had inventory before the boutique opened).

I will update after the visit.

[LJubel328]

Originally Posted by JSol1

I will be visiting this afternoon. I’ve been a long time customer of Long’s and I’m trying to determine what I want for my first PP.

They showed me some options a couple of weeks ago (they had inventory before the boutique opened).

I will update after the visit.

Hope you find something that you like!


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[JSol1]

Originally Posted by LJubel328

Hope you find something that you like!


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Thank you! It’s harder than I expected though. I’m trying to find something that fits my lifestyle so I can wear it regularly but can also be used for dressier occasions, which is infrequent these days.

I have a heavy Rolex collection that covers sports watches very well. This will be my first and Long’s has been great about working with me to find a good fit.

The store/boutique is gorgeous!

[AHall42631]

Originally Posted by JSol1

Thank you! It’s harder than I expected though. I’m trying to find something that fits my lifestyle so I can wear it regularly but can also be used for dressier occasions, which is infrequent these days.

I have a heavy Rolex collection that covers sports watches very well. This will be my first and Long’s has been great about working with me to find a good fit.

The store/boutique is gorgeous!

What did the Boston store say about your chances of getting what you want? Did they have anything in the store for sale?

[arolexguy]

Originally Posted by JSol1

Thank you! It’s harder than I expected though. I’m trying to find something that fits my lifestyle so I can wear it regularly but can also be used for dressier occasions, which is infrequent these days.

I have a heavy Rolex collection that covers sports watches very well. This will be my first and Long’s has been great about working with me to find a good fit.

The store/boutique is gorgeous!

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[1William]

Glad it is open.

[mannyv11]

I plan on stopping in today just to check the store out.

Will let everyone know what I think

[s_haverford]

Congratulations to all the Boston based members on their new PP boutique. I want to say there was no brand representing PP out there. Surprising for such a major city in the US. I have been to the Rolex boutique run by Longs and it’s beautiful. So I can imagine the PP space is equally if not more stunning. Looking forward to visiting soon.

As a LA based member, we are getting a redesigned PP boutique in Beverly Hills, which is much needed. And I am looking forward to comparing the spaces between cities.

[Bartolo]

Originally Posted by s_haverford

Congratulations to all the Boston based members on their new PP boutique. I want to say there was no brand representing PP out there. Surprising for such a major city in the US. I have been to the Rolex boutique run by Longs and it’s beautiful. So I can imagine the PP space is equally if not more stunning. Looking forward to visiting soon.

As a LA based member, we are getting a redesigned PP boutique in Beverly Hills, which is much needed. And I am looking forward to comparing the spaces between cities.

The Tourneau store in Copley Place was a Patek AD for many many years. There was not a very long gap between that store losing the brand, to the Long's boutique opening.

[russ86]

Ah perfect, I will be in Boston in 2 weeks, will stop by to check it out

[TA923]

Anyone else have any luck at the Boston AD?

[mannyv11]

Finally got in there today. Super wonderful group of people. Had a bunch of watches on display and was awesome that I was finally able to get some on the wrist. Never touched a patek before and the level of fit and finish was incredible. Put my interest down for a few watches.
Don’t think my name will ever come up but overall was a fantastic experience

[will02020]

Stopped by there yesterday while I was traveling for business, super friendly staff and had a lot more inventory than other ADs in the west coast. I got to look at some GCs as well as other pieces that I was interested in. Since I already have a relationship with my current AD, I did not inquire about purchasing anything


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[Blondieluxe]

Just wonder, did anyone in the group get offer from Boston's store? My friend did and they required him to "bank wire" the full amount of the watch before he can see it. Is this something new? I never heard anything about this from Long's before.

[BlondesNwatches]

Originally Posted by Blondieluxe

Just wonder, did anyone in the group get offer from Boston's store? My friend did and they required him to "bank wire" the full amount of the watch before he can see it. Is this something new? I never heard anything about this from Long's before.

Hmm some brands as a first buy may require a wire instead of CC. What did he get offered?

[Blondieluxe]

Originally Posted by BlondesNwatches

Hmm some brands as a first buy may require a wire instead of CC. What did he get offered?

I was told not to expose in public, sorry.

[Armis]

Originally Posted by Blondieluxe

Just wonder, did anyone in the group get offer from Boston's store? My friend did and they required him to "bank wire" the full amount of the watch before he can see it. Is this something new? I never heard anything about this from Long's before.

I guessing/hoping he at least had a chance to see a display model before indicating his interest to purchase. Still, it is a little curious that they won’t let him see what he’s buying.

[JSol1]

Originally Posted by Armis

I guessing/hoping he at least had a chance to see a display model before indicating his interest to purchase. Still, it is a little curious that they won’t let him see what he’s buying.

Not sure what the circumstances are, but certainly not my experience.

[Blondieluxe]

Originally Posted by JSol1

Not sure what the circumstances are, but certainly not my experience.

Did you get offer from PP Boston store too? He is a loyal customer with Long's for 10+ years.