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jbenjamin1 · 4 October 2016, 10:52 PM

Hello All,

What do ya'll suggest as a "gift" to show appreciation to an AD? What is appropriate?

I just acquired a watch, saved a good amount, and was thinking a bottle of wine, chocolates, something to say thank you. The thank you is due in part because they give me the same level of service and courtesy as they do their A list customers (this is an AD in NYC, me I'm just a normal dude haha). Just want to make sure our business relationship is duly noted....

Some here may say "every dealer should give you the same level of treatment, if not walk out" but I've bought a A LOT of Rolex's over the past couple of years and this AD, situated where they are, gives far better service than T__eau and one other AD I have done business with.

Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!

beshannon · 4 October 2016, 10:56 PM

Do you do this with every business you purchase something from?

jbenjamin1 · 4 October 2016, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by beshannon

Do you do this with every business you purchase something from?

No, but because it's technically a birthday watch as well....it's a little special. (present to myself)

padi56 · 4 October 2016, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by beshannon

Do you do this with every business you purchase something from?

Have to agree.

japenney · 4 October 2016, 10:57 PM

A few small gift cards for coffee at your local star bucks? I bet the staff would really appreciate that.

ddaly12 · 4 October 2016, 10:59 PM

Repeat business.

Dr.Brian · 5 October 2016, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by ddaly12

Repeat business.

Exactly. Good service is rewarded by repeat business.

Pix · 4 October 2016, 11:03 PM

Gift cards, or a small catered breakfast/lunch for everyone

rebel_1 · 4 October 2016, 11:03 PM

I can appreciate your loyalty to your AD. IMHO, your patronage is exactly the thanks they deserve. Your recommendation would also be a good way of showing your appreciation. I would, however, not publicize any specifics concerning discount amounts.

jbenjamin1 · 4 October 2016, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by rebel_1

I can appreciate your loyalty to your AD. IMHO, your patronage is exactly the thanks they deserve. Your recommendation would also be a good way of showing your appreciation. I would, however, not publicize any specifics concerning discount amounts.

Yes I agree 100%. The business deal itself is a private matter. Thanks for your suggestion!

GerardoG · 4 October 2016, 11:09 PM

Think small. That is the biggest gift.

Let me explain: on their slow day, stop by Starbucks and get a traveler and some pastries, show up at 10/11am. Female sales lady? Send a 'thank you' bouquet of flowers (not roses. If you are married, sign as you and family). If you spent time with them, you learned something from their life. Where are they from? Get that special candy or dessert that is a signature in their hometown.

While wine and chocolates are good ideas, it is the first thing that comes to mind, plus you run into the 'how much should I spend' issue. The biggest gifts are the least expensive. Something special? PM sent....

datejust24 · 4 October 2016, 11:13 PM

Well they received several thousands of dollars of your money...I think that's fair enough..maybe a high five?

Juantxo · 5 October 2016, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by datejust24

Well they received several thousands of dollars of your money...I think that's fair enough..maybe a high five?

+1

OmegaJJH · 5 October 2016, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by datejust24

maybe a high five?

Chris, nearly spat my coffee out

OmegaJJH · 5 October 2016, 12:16 AM

Duplicate

RichM · 5 October 2016, 12:17 AM

A nice box of pastries from Carlos

Utomow · 4 October 2016, 11:14 PM

It is very kind of you dude

Masteryacht · 4 October 2016, 11:17 PM

I guess it depends on whether you are thanking them or buttering them up for your next purchase.

stash21 · 4 October 2016, 11:23 PM

Jack shit they are a supplier.

WAK4 · 4 October 2016, 11:25 PM

Thank you note and future business I think would do it.

fishingbear · 4 October 2016, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by WAK4

Thank you note and future business I think would do it.

I agree with Bill on this ^

sco · 4 October 2016, 11:28 PM

It's a nice gesture, but I don't think any gift is necessary.

DG123 · 4 October 2016, 11:33 PM

AD salesperson a good looking woman ?

slide13 · 4 October 2016, 11:33 PM

As someone who has worked in retail I can tell you that such gestures are appreciated and will often earn you well more than the investment in future favors and considerations.

Now my situation wasn't quite as upscale as a Rolex AD but I worked in bike shops all through high school and college. We developed some great relationships with our customers and occasionally those customers would show some appreciation for something we did by bringing us beer, pizza, coffee, donuts, etc. It was remembered and when they came in for their next bike purchase you can be sure we were motivated to make sure they got the best deal we could offer them and we'd go out of our way to make sure to turnaround any service issues extra quick for them.

So it's absolutely not necessary or expected...but if you do it it's likely to be noticed and remembered and could serve you well in the future.

AK797 · 5 October 2016, 02:16 AM

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Originally Posted by slide13

As someone who has worked in retail I can tell you that such gestures are appreciated and will often earn you well more than the investment in future favors and considerations.

Now my situation wasn't quite as upscale as a Rolex AD but I worked in bike shops all through high school and college. We developed some great relationships with our customers and occasionally those customers would show some appreciation for something we did by bringing us beer, pizza, coffee, donuts, etc. It was remembered and when they came in for their next bike purchase you can be sure we were motivated to make sure they got the best deal we could offer them and we'd go out of our way to make sure to turnaround any service issues extra quick for them.

So it's absolutely not necessary or expected...but if you do it it's likely to be noticed and remembered and could serve you well in the future.

I'll be honest even if I were working in a Patek AD I'd like the pizza most.

RW16610 · 4 October 2016, 11:33 PM

I'm glad to hear you experienced top notch service. You're too kind (in the best of ways). Something small as mentioned above would be best in my opinion if you feel the need. Referrals would be most helpful in the long run though. Oh yeah, post some pictures of the watch when you can.

Speed · 4 October 2016, 11:34 PM

A Diet Coke?

datejust24 · 4 October 2016, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Speed

A Diet Coke?

Psmith · 4 October 2016, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Speed

A Diet Coke?

In a clean glass

AF_Rob · 5 October 2016, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Psmith

In a clean glass

That joke will live on!!!

In all seriousness, G put it best. A small thoughtful gift would be best. Plus, it will probably be unexpected, which will make it even better. It's very thoughtful of you.

Granted, many have said thousands of dollars of your money is thanks enough, which is true to an extent. But, if they stood out as a top notch AD and took care of you, you showing appreciation for that care not only is a classy move, but you will stand out as a great customer.

4 October 2016, 10:52 PM	#1
jbenjamin1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Jay Location: NY Metropolitan Watch: Many Posts: 741	What is a good token of appreciation for an AD? Hello All, What do ya'll suggest as a "gift" to show appreciation to an AD? What is appropriate? I just acquired a watch, saved a good amount, and was thinking a bottle of wine, chocolates, something to say thank you. The thank you is due in part because they give me the same level of service and courtesy as they do their A list customers (this is an AD in NYC, me I'm just a normal dude haha). Just want to make sure our business relationship is duly noted.... Some here may say "every dealer should give you the same level of treatment, if not walk out" but I've bought a A LOT of Rolex's over the past couple of years and this AD, situated where they are, gives far better service than T__eau and one other AD I have done business with. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!

4 October 2016, 10:56 PM	#2
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	Do you do this with every business you purchase something from? __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

4 October 2016, 11:03 PM	#9
rebel_1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 2,131	I can appreciate your loyalty to your AD. IMHO, your patronage is exactly the thanks they deserve. Your recommendation would also be a good way of showing your appreciation. I would, however, not publicize any specifics concerning discount amounts. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017

5 October 2016, 12:17 AM	#16
RichM 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Richie Location: "Nowhere Man" Watch: out now,take care! Posts: 30,235	A nice box of pastries from Carlos __________________ "I love to work at nothing all day" TRF #139960

4 October 2016, 10:57 PM	#5
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	A few small gift cards for coffee at your local star bucks? I bet the staff would really appreciate that.

4 October 2016, 10:59 PM	#6
ddaly12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Cranford Posts: 704	Repeat business.

4 October 2016, 11:03 PM	#8
Pix "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: midwest Watch: SS Datejust Posts: 1,289	Gift cards, or a small catered breakfast/lunch for everyone

4 October 2016, 11:09 PM	#11
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Think small. That is the biggest gift. Let me explain: on their slow day, stop by Starbucks and get a traveler and some pastries, show up at 10/11am. Female sales lady? Send a 'thank you' bouquet of flowers (not roses. If you are married, sign as you and family). If you spent time with them, you learned something from their life. Where are they from? Get that special candy or dessert that is a signature in their hometown. While wine and chocolates are good ideas, it is the first thing that comes to mind, plus you run into the 'how much should I spend' issue. The biggest gifts are the least expensive. Something special? PM sent....

4 October 2016, 11:13 PM	#12
datejust24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati,Ohio Watch: Rolexssss Posts: 3,504	Well they received several thousands of dollars of your money...I think that's fair enough..maybe a high five?

5 October 2016, 12:16 AM	#15
OmegaJJH "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: James Location: UK Watch: Rolex & Omega Posts: 6,668	Duplicate

4 October 2016, 11:14 PM	#17
Utomow "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Jakarta Watch: 116610LN, 126334 Posts: 338	It is very kind of you dude

4 October 2016, 11:17 PM	#18
Masteryacht "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: USA Watch: 16622,BLNR,116500 Posts: 1,019	I guess it depends on whether you are thanking them or buttering them up for your next purchase.

4 October 2016, 11:23 PM	#19
stash21 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Real Name: Steve Location: UK Posts: 198	Jack shit they are a supplier.

4 October 2016, 11:25 PM	#20
WAK4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: .. Watch: Always changing Posts: 4,177	Thank you note and future business I think would do it.

4 October 2016, 11:28 PM	#22
sco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Chicago Watch: Subc AT 8500 CSO Posts: 3,646	It's a nice gesture, but I don't think any gift is necessary.

4 October 2016, 11:33 PM	#23
DG123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Francisco, Ca Watch: Oyster Perpetual Posts: 1,629	AD salesperson a good looking woman ?

4 October 2016, 11:33 PM	#24
slide13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Here Posts: 1,013	As someone who has worked in retail I can tell you that such gestures are appreciated and will often earn you well more than the investment in future favors and considerations. Now my situation wasn't quite as upscale as a Rolex AD but I worked in bike shops all through high school and college. We developed some great relationships with our customers and occasionally those customers would show some appreciation for something we did by bringing us beer, pizza, coffee, donuts, etc. It was remembered and when they came in for their next bike purchase you can be sure we were motivated to make sure they got the best deal we could offer them and we'd go out of our way to make sure to turnaround any service issues extra quick for them. So it's absolutely not necessary or expected...but if you do it it's likely to be noticed and remembered and could serve you well in the future.

4 October 2016, 11:33 PM	#26
RW16610 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 9,292	I'm glad to hear you experienced top notch service. You're too kind (in the best of ways). Something small as mentioned above would be best in my opinion if you feel the need. Referrals would be most helpful in the long run though. Oh yeah, post some pictures of the watch when you can.

4 October 2016, 11:34 PM	#27
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,741	A Diet Coke?

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