Got the “text” after five years

[rlx123]

Got this text today.

“Good Morning! The Daytona is ready for you! Let me know what day works best for you to go, and I’ll let you know who will help you”




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[MRBolton]

Congratulations! Did you have a lot of spend history? Did you think it was coming soon, or was it out of the blue?

[rlx123]

Originally Posted by MRBolton

Congratulations! Did you have a lot of spend history? Did you think it was coming soon, or was it out of the blue?

Spent $80k, sold back several watches to the same AD at a loss because I don’t wear them much. A few watch repairs. Referred a few clients. Most importantly, I have a good relationship with the owner.


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[Sergio_UKR]

Originally Posted by rlx123

Spent $80k, sold back several watches to the same AD at a loss because I don’t wear them much. A few watch repairs. Referred a few clients. Most importantly, I have a good relationship with the owner.


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And after all this it took you 5 years still? Wild..

Congrats tho!

[TickTockChuck]

Originally Posted by Sergio_UKR

And after all this it took you 5 years still? Wild..

Congrats tho!

My thoughts too, all the same glad the OP's wait paid off. Congrats and wear it in good health. Cheers

[KMalone]

Originally Posted by rlx123

Spent $80k, sold back several watches to the same AD at a loss because I don’t wear them much. A few watch repairs. Referred a few clients. Most importantly, I have a good relationship with the owner.


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You don't have a good relationship with anyone at that AD. 5 YEARS and the Owner is a personal friend? $80k in spend and sold back at a loss? AND the funny part is that you think you actually have a good relationship with the owner!

I have ZERO spend with 4 different Rolex AD's until I purchased watches from them.

Since August 2020 I've purchased the following with ZERO spend and ZERO previous relationship. The longest that I waited was 6 months for the Sprite. I called one out-of-state AD and 6-weeks later they called and then shipped me the Submariner. I never even went in the store.

GMT Pepsi on Jubilee
Submariner (40mm)
OP 31mm (ladies - turquoise blue dial)
GMT Sprite
Submariner 41mm (126610LV)

[Rmoor]

But you don’t have a panda from an AD. Big difference from the watches you were able to purchase…..

Originally Posted by KMalone

You don't have a good relationship with anyone at that AD. 5 YEARS and the Owner is a personal friend? $80k in spend and sold back at a loss? AND the funny part is that you think you actually have a good relationship with the owner!

I have ZERO spend with 4 different Rolex AD's until I purchased watches from them.

Since August 2020 I've purchased the following with ZERO spend and ZERO previous relationship. The longest that I waited was 6 months for the Sprite. I called one out-of-state AD and 6-weeks later they called and then shipped me the Submariner. I never even went in the store.

GMT Pepsi on Jubilee
Submariner (40mm)
OP 31mm (ladies - turquoise blue dial)
GMT Sprite
Submariner 41mm (126610LV)

[KMalone]

Originally Posted by Rmoor

But you don’t have a panda from an AD. Big difference from the watches you were able to purchase…..

I don't have a Ferrari either. But I didn't ask for one. Didn't ask for a Panda either. You point?

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by Rmoor

But you don’t have a panda from an AD. Big difference from the watches you were able to purchase…..

Exactly my thought, and why the need to rain on this guy’s parade? Congrats, OP. I know you are excited, as you should be.Enjoy it! Looks great on you.

Kat


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[Sublovin]

Originally Posted by Rmoor

But you don’t have a panda from an AD. Big difference from the watches you were able to purchase…..

It actually isn’t a big difference. Pepsi on jubilee is just as tough to get

[the dark knight]

Originally Posted by Rmoor

But you don’t have a panda from an AD. Big difference from the watches you were able to purchase…..

Yea, posts like this are annoying, doesn't acknowledge the canyon between difficult of acquisition between those listed models and the Panda.

[rlx123]

Originally Posted by KMalone

You don't have a good relationship with anyone at that AD. 5 YEARS and the Owner is a personal friend? $80k in spend and sold back at a loss? AND the funny part is that you think you actually have a good relationship with the owner!

I have ZERO spend with 4 different Rolex AD's until I purchased watches from them.

Since August 2020 I've purchased the following with ZERO spend and ZERO previous relationship. The longest that I waited was 6 months for the Sprite. I called one out-of-state AD and 6-weeks later they called and then shipped me the Submariner. I never even went in the store.

GMT Pepsi on Jubilee
Submariner (40mm)
OP 31mm (ladies - turquoise blue dial)
GMT Sprite
Submariner 41mm (126610LV)

Good for you. It’s not a competition to me.


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[KMalone]

Originally Posted by rlx123

Good for you. It’s not a competition to me.


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You are correct. With that said, I would re-evaluate my relationship with that AD.

[JSolution]

Originally Posted by rlx123

Good for you. It’s not a competition to me.


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well played.

Enjoy the watch :)

[PenDelicate]

Originally Posted by rlx123

Good for you. It’s not a competition to me.


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Classiest response ever, OP.

Congrats on your lovely watch, sir!

[bourgognebob]

Originally Posted by KMalone

You don't have a good relationship with anyone at that AD. 5 YEARS and the Owner is a personal friend? $80k in spend and sold back at a loss? AND the funny part is that you think you actually have a good relationship with the owner!

I have ZERO spend with 4 different Rolex AD's until I purchased watches from them.

Since August 2020 I've purchased the following with ZERO spend and ZERO previous relationship. The longest that I waited was 6 months for the Sprite. I called one out-of-state AD and 6-weeks later they called and then shipped me the Submariner. I never even went in the store.

GMT Pepsi on Jubilee
Submariner (40mm)
OP 31mm (ladies - turquoise blue dial)
GMT Sprite
Submariner 41mm (126610LV)

Such an aggressive post but you’ll probably say, ‘I’m just pointing out that you don’t have a good relationship’ yet no one asked you. Wild.

[KMalone]

Originally Posted by bourgognebob

Such an aggressive post but you’ll probably say, ‘I’m just pointing out that you don’t have a good relationship’ yet no one asked you. Wild.

I didn't ask you either. Yet here we are. See how that works?

Aggressive? No. Direct? Blunt? YES!!! Someone sure needs to point out to this gentleman that his "friend" isn't so friendly.

[messikens]

Originally Posted by KMalone

You don't have a good relationship with anyone at that AD. 5 YEARS and the Owner is a personal friend? $80k in spend and sold back at a loss? AND the funny part is that you think you actually have a good relationship with the owner!

I have ZERO spend with 4 different Rolex AD's until I purchased watches from them.

Since August 2020 I've purchased the following with ZERO spend and ZERO previous relationship. The longest that I waited was 6 months for the Sprite. I called one out-of-state AD and 6-weeks later they called and then shipped me the Submariner. I never even went in the store.

GMT Pepsi on Jubilee
Submariner (40mm)
OP 31mm (ladies - turquoise blue dial)
GMT Sprite
Submariner 41mm (126610LV)

Let me fix your post for you:


“Congrats OP, thats a fantastic pickup and glad it worked out for you after such a long wait and made you happy! Goes to show that some back-and-forth with an AD is required to get such a piece, but as long as it works for you then that's all that matters.

Thanks btw into giving us some real insight into what YOU purchased prior to get the Daytona from an AD"

See how easy that was? Same outcome and everyone is much happier... You should try it

[RTG]

Originally Posted by messikens

Let me fix your post for you:


“Congrats OP, thats a fantastic pickup and glad it worked out for you after such a long wait and made you happy! Goes to show that some back-and-forth with an AD is required to get such a piece, but as long as it works for you then that's all that matters.

Thanks btw into giving us some real insight into what YOU purchased prior to get the Daytona from an AD"

See how easy that was? Same outcome and everyone is much happier... You should try it

[Watchdog]

Originally Posted by KMalone

You don't have a good relationship with anyone at that AD. 5 YEARS and the Owner is a personal friend? $80k in spend and sold back at a loss? AND the funny part is that you think you actually have a good relationship with the owner!

I have ZERO spend with 4 different Rolex AD's until I purchased watches from them.

Since August 2020 I've purchased the following with ZERO spend and ZERO previous relationship. The longest that I waited was 6 months for the Sprite. I called one out-of-state AD and 6-weeks later they called and then shipped me the Submariner. I never even went in the store.

GMT Pepsi on Jubilee
Submariner (40mm)
OP 31mm (ladies - turquoise blue dial)
GMT Sprite
Submariner 41mm (126610LV)

Originally Posted by KMalone

Kissed a lot of ass to be honest. I stop in regularly with a funny anecdote and some flowers or wine. I've also sent handwritten thank you cards, Bin Li Rolex artwork and $100 bottles of liquor.

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Those are your words, Malone. The OP may have a spend history with the AD, but he didn't have to date the AD's like you did apparently. I hope they liked your flowers, wine, gifts and funny anecdotes.

Oh, and you definitely asked for a Daytona. You said your AD was working on getting you one if you need that quote, too.

Big Congratulations to you OP!

[SconnieBT]

Originally Posted by Watchdog

Those are your words, Malone. The OP may have a spend history with the AD, but he didn't have to date the AD's like you did apparently. I hope they liked your flowers, wine, gifts and funny anecdotes.



Oh, and you definitely asked for a Daytona. You said your AD was working on getting you one if you need that quote, too.



Big Congratulations to you OP!

Dave Chappelle's "gotcha b*tch!" Is warranted here. congrats on the pickup OP.



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[omar-rye]

Originally Posted by Watchdog

Those are your words, Malone. The OP may have a spend history with the AD, but he didn't have to date the AD's like you did apparently. I hope they liked your flowers, wine, gifts and funny anecdotes.

Oh, and you definitely asked for a Daytona. You said your AD was working on getting you one if you need that quote, too.

Big Congratulations to you OP!

[time_and_cars]

Originally Posted by Watchdog

Those are your words, Malone. The OP may have a spend history with the AD, but he didn't have to date the AD's like you did apparently. I hope they liked your flowers, wine, gifts and funny anecdotes.

Oh, and you definitely asked for a Daytona. You said your AD was working on getting you one if you need that quote, too.

Big Congratulations to you OP!

Epic

[stevestil]

Originally Posted by Watchdog

Those are your words, Malone. The OP may have a spend history with the AD, but he didn't have to date the AD's like you did apparently. I hope they liked your flowers, wine, gifts and funny anecdotes.

Oh, and you definitely asked for a Daytona. You said your AD was working on getting you one if you need that quote, too.

Big Congratulations to you OP!

Omg this is incredible!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha

let us know when you get a white dial SS Daytona.. flowers, wine, handwritten notes, $100 bottles of liquor and your “anecdotes” ain’t gonna cut it.


OP- congrats!!!


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[JSolution]

Originally Posted by Watchdog

Those are your words, Malone. The OP may have a spend history with the AD, but he didn't have to date the AD's like you did apparently. I hope they liked your flowers, wine, gifts and funny anecdotes.

Oh, and you definitely asked for a Daytona. You said your AD was working on getting you one if you need that quote, too.

Big Congratulations to you OP!

Oooooooosshhhh haha

[GGGMT]

Originally Posted by KMalone

You don't have a good relationship with anyone at that AD. 5 YEARS and the Owner is a personal friend? $80k in spend and sold back at a loss? AND the funny part is that you think you actually have a good relationship with the owner!

I have ZERO spend with 4 different Rolex AD's until I purchased watches from them.

Since August 2020 I've purchased the following with ZERO spend and ZERO previous relationship. The longest that I waited was 6 months for the Sprite. I called one out-of-state AD and 6-weeks later they called and then shipped me the Submariner. I never even went in the store.

GMT Pepsi on Jubilee
Submariner (40mm)
OP 31mm (ladies - turquoise blue dial)
GMT Sprite
Submariner 41mm (126610LV)

Odd flex and oneupsmanship. How about “awesome watch!! Wear it in the best of health.”


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[Halifax Daytona UK]

Originally Posted by KMalone

You don't have a good relationship with anyone at that AD. 5 YEARS and the Owner is a personal friend? $80k in spend and sold back at a loss? AND the funny part is that you think you actually have a good relationship with the owner!

I have ZERO spend with 4 different Rolex AD's until I purchased watches from them.

Since August 2020 I've purchased the following with ZERO spend and ZERO previous relationship. The longest that I waited was 6 months for the Sprite. I called one out-of-state AD and 6-weeks later they called and then shipped me the Submariner. I never even went in the store.

GMT Pepsi on Jubilee
Submariner (40mm)
OP 31mm (ladies - turquoise blue dial)
GMT Sprite
Submariner 41mm (126610LV)

This

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by Halifax Daytona UK

This

No, that was very weird and unfriendly. I have to say that if there is one thing that drives me mad, here on TRF, it is when a member feels it necessary to crap all over someone else’s incoming thread. What’s the motivation there? It’s just wrong! It’s hard to get allocated a SS Daytona. Kudos to the OP for doing what it takes, and being patient. He was rewarded in the end.

Kat


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[scombs263]

KMalone, wow u have had some great luck ��. I am trying hard to get a nice piece this year from an AD for a milestone bday. No luck yet. I been really wanting a Batman, White Daytona, Blue Skydweller, something nice to always remember the bday. I put my name down in 2016 for a Daytona, nothing yet! I have about six months til my bday. ����

Originally Posted by KMalone

You don't have a good relationship with anyone at that AD. 5 YEARS and the Owner is a personal friend? $80k in spend and sold back at a loss? AND the funny part is that you think you actually have a good relationship with the owner!

I have ZERO spend with 4 different Rolex AD's until I purchased watches from them.

Since August 2020 I've purchased the following with ZERO spend and ZERO previous relationship. The longest that I waited was 6 months for the Sprite. I called one out-of-state AD and 6-weeks later they called and then shipped me the Submariner. I never even went in the store.

GMT Pepsi on Jubilee
Submariner (40mm)
OP 31mm (ladies - turquoise blue dial)
GMT Sprite
Submariner 41mm (126610LV)

[karleone]

Originally Posted by KMalone

You don't have a good relationship with anyone at that AD. 5 YEARS and the Owner is a personal friend? $80k in spend and sold back at a loss? AND the funny part is that you think you actually have a good relationship with the owner!

I have ZERO spend with 4 different Rolex AD's until I purchased watches from them.

Since August 2020 I've purchased the following with ZERO spend and ZERO previous relationship. The longest that I waited was 6 months for the Sprite. I called one out-of-state AD and 6-weeks later they called and then shipped me the Submariner. I never even went in the store.

GMT Pepsi on Jubilee
Submariner (40mm)
OP 31mm (ladies - turquoise blue dial)
GMT Sprite
Submariner 41mm (126610LV)

What colour is your steel Daytona from AD?