Victoria, BC AD
 

2800 miles from Toronto to Victoria and finally had a chance to visit a Rolex AD!
How many times have you visited an AD to find less than friendly and/ or knowledgeable staff?:banghead:
Well I had the honor, and luck, of stumbling upon Paul Mara Fine Jewelry & Watches while in Victoria, BC. Douglas Mara was entering the store the same time I was when I asked if they sold Tudors. They didn't, however, it sparked a great conversation about Rolex, Tudor, vintage, and even TRF. Douglas was very generous with his time and knowledge and it was a pleasure to meet an AD who possessed the same passion we exhibit here.
I'd like to formally invite Douglas to join our little asylum and suggest anyone in the area looking to purchase a new Rolex to visit Paul Mara Jewelers. :thumbsup:
dP

What a relief to find out they're not all like Turdneau! :chuckle:

Thanks for the pics, Dan :cheers:

Did he show you the Daytona he has in his safe? He is a nice guy and knowledgable.

Thanks, Jib!:cheers: Yes, a nice change to the norm unfortunately.

No, but we could have gone on for hours so I felt lucky to have the time we did spend.:thumbsup:
I'm sure he would have shown the Daytona if my wallet allowed but the wife warned me to behave.:read::chuckle: A very nice experience none the less.:cheers:
dP

IF you are still in town Francis Jewellers 617 Broughton Street next block over from Paul Mara sells used Rolex and Tudor ..generally a few good examples on display.Enjoy our little city :cheers:

thanks dan.. i am in victoria a couple times a year. my company purchased a company up on the island there. so i will have to visit that AD next time i am up there!

My wife's glad I'm reading this at the airport and not on Fort Street.:chuckle:

Great excuse to visit Victoria.:thumbsup:
Tell Doug you read about it on TRF!:cheers:
dP

I bought my GMT II c from Paul Mara . They gave me a 20 % discount:thumbsup:. They also service vintage Rolexes that RSC will not because of age.

Thats where I got my sub date I highly recomend them I am 28 year old oilfield worker (and look like it) and they treated me with class and respect. I bought my sub and a lady datejust from them. any way sorry to rant but I cant say enough good things about them.

In my neck of the woods Dan, Very nice to see you yanks here :). You should have stopped by my restaurant. Pm me if your still in town.
Happy Trails
Dan

Dan, which restaurant in Van is it?

Yes, I concur, very nice establishment. It is certainly a joy to talk to someone who has a gleam in their eye when they talk watches vice someone who would be just as content selling cars.

What a great city Victoria is. The clubs on Yessler, great music scene, friendly people, quality food, reasonable hotels, and you don’t need a car if you stay in the city.

Wonderful pics as always, Dan..........thanks.

Cheers - JJ :cheers: