Good but awkward problem

[SirGrotius]

My loving wife bought me a Rolex for my birthday. She knew I was eyeing the bluesy, and had an eye out for a black-face watch to compliment my Polar Exp II.

Problem is our AD did not have the bluesy, so she ended up getting the GMT-II black with green lettering. I like it but can't say I love it. She saw it on my face when I unwrapped it. I feel it is somewhat impractical to keep the watch if it's not the 'one.' Any recs on how to navigate. ;)

[Rolexitis]

Nobody here knows your wife like you do and can't say with confidence how to navigate. I personally say keep it. It was a gift and a GREAT piece. Get the bluesy next.

Happy birthday

[BMcGee]

I would return it.

She already knew you wanted the blue one but decided to get you a different one because the AD didn't have it. It's kind of an insult.

Get what you really want. You said your facial expression already gave it away that you were not happy and probably really mad inside. Return it and make it up to her.

[Touring]

Originally Posted by BMcGee

She already knew you wanted the blue one but decided to get you a different one because the AD didn't have it. It's kind of an insult.

How is it insulting exactly? The AD didn't have one in stock and his birthday was coming up so she bought a dark dial to compliment his polar Exp II.

If you think she saw that you were disappointed or you know you won't wear it, return it for credit and order the bluesy. I'm sure she'll be happier to see you actually enjoying the bluesy than neglecting the GMT II.

[Audemars Piguet]

Originally Posted by BMcGee

I would return it.

She already knew you wanted the blue one but decided to get you a different one because the AD didn't have it. It's kind of an insult.

Get what you really want. You said your facial expression already gave it away that you were not happy and probably really mad inside. Return it and make it up to her.

x2

[mjclark32]

I think if you're open and honest with her about it she'll completely understand and want you to be happy.

[BMcGee]

Originally Posted by Touring

How is it insulting exactly? The AD didn't have one in stock and his birthday was coming up so she bought a dark dial to compliment his polar Exp II.

I'm just thinking if I bought my significant other something other than what she wanted, let's say I buy a different LV bag than what she wanted and knowing she wanted another particular bag, I would be insulting her. It's like saying, "Honey...they didn't have the one you want, this is the sort-of the same and so live with it."

These watches aren't cheap just to live with it.

If you think she saw that you were disappointed or you know you won't wear it, return it for credit and order the bluesy. I'm sure she'll be happier to see you actually enjoying the bluesy than neglecting the GMT II.

She had good intentions but I think the OP should get what he wants.

[jshepard]

Talk to her about it and offer to go together to the AD and exchange it (order if you must). The new watch will still come from her so I don't see why she'll be upset. If you do that and she does get upset... My bad... Good luck!

[Lucky777]

Originally Posted by BMcGee

I'm just thinking if I bought my significant other something other than what she wanted, let's say I buy a different LV bag than what she wanted and knowing she wanted another particular bag, I would be insulting her. It's like saying, "Honey...they didn't have the one you want, this is the sort-of the same and so live with it."

These watches aren't cheap just to live with it.



She had good intentions but I think the OP should get what he wants.

I don't think insult is really the word you are looking for. If insulting me is buying me a Rolex watch other than the one I really want ...I will start begging for insults. If I was in the OP's shoes I would just tell the Mrs that I love the piece, but let's try as find a blue sub. It isn't the end of the world. Certainly a first world problem to have ;)

[Annan]

You say you were eyeing the Bluesy and also had an eye out for a black-face watch. Sounds to me that you got one of your two choices but obviously not THE one you wanted. If your disappointment was obvious to your wife you need to discuss matters with her and hopefully do a return with her blessing. If I was in her situation I'd feel better knowing you got what you really wanted. Have to say I envy you guys with spouses who buy you Rolexes. I'm doing good to have my wife even agree to let me buy one at all! And this despite the fact I gave her one as a gift!!

[civic4982]

Sounds reasonable.just talk to her about it. I'm sure shell be happierif you get what fits your desires best


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[Touring]

Originally Posted by BMcGee

I'm just thinking if I bought my significant other something other than what she wanted, let's say I buy a different LV bag than what she wanted and knowing she wanted another particular bag, I would be insulting her. It's like saying, "Honey...they didn't have the one you want, this is the sort-of the same and so live with it."

These watches aren't cheap just to live with it.

Originally Posted by Annan

You say you were eyeing the Bluesy and also had an eye out for a black-face watch. Sounds to me that you got one of your two choices but obviously not THE one you wanted.

What he said.

Originally Posted by Lucky777

If insulting me is buying me a Rolex watch other than the one I really want ...I will start begging for insults.

+1

Originally Posted by BMcGee

She had good intentions but I think the OP should get what he wants.

Originally Posted by Touring

If you think she saw that you were disappointed or you know you won't wear it, return it for credit and order the bluesy. I'm sure she'll be happier to see you actually enjoying the bluesy than neglecting the GMT II.

I think that's what I said.

[kilyung]

Just trade it for what you want. She'll understand. If you bought her the wrong purse, she'd have no qualms about exchanging it.

[SixPak]

Originally Posted by BMcGee

I would return it.

She already knew you wanted the blue one but decided to get you a different one because the AD didn't have it. It's kind of an insult.

Get what you really want. You said your facial expression already gave it away that you were not happy and probably really mad inside. Return it and make it up to her.

Mad and insulted?? Gotta disagree.

To the OP, I would keep it because that was a great gesture from your wife even if it's not the watch you want. The GMTIIc is a great watch. Save up and find a way to get the bluesy in the future.

[Sous]

I must say this is an absurd post. Rolex is going to make thousands of the Bluesy's over the next 20 years. I'm sure you'll be able to pick one up for 60% of retail in about a year from now.

Keep the watch your wife bought for you; out of love and desire to buy her spouse something special for his special day. Wasn't what you wanted? It's a multi-thousand dollar Rolex--the only diff between this and the other is the perceived specialness of the dial/hand/bezel combos. Otherwise it's the same damn watch.

[jjnd08]

No one knows your wife like you do. Some woman would be offended you exchanged an expensive gift like that, some wouldn't mind because it wasn't exactly what you wanted and they just want to see you happy.

Either way, choose your wording carefully.

[yld2rob]

Get what you want

[Wllnv19]

Originally Posted by kilyung

Just trade it for what you want. She'll understand. If you bought her the wrong purse, she'd have no qualms about exchanging it.

[Jack T]

Hey, you already have what's important - a loving wife who gave you a beautiful gift. Don't change a thing!

[(DMB)]

Originally Posted by Sous

I must say this is an absurd post.

[Erok]

Life is short, buy what YOU want. You have to wear it everyday.

[Joearch]

I would keep the black. Shows your wife that she is more important than anything else. I actually like the black better

[Rags]

I bought my wife a 26mm DJ two yrs ago. She loved getting a rolex but as we get older so do our eyes & she asked if she could trade it for something larger as she would prefer a 34mm. So I traded it for a Air King. Now wifey is happy. I this honesty is the best policy. I believe she'll understand.

[Kingair]

Post a pic and maybe open a poll . . .

HAGWe

[Rolexitis]

Originally Posted by Joearch

I would keep the black. Shows your wife that she is more important than anything else. I actually like the black better

Exactly. This whole thread rubs me the wrong way. Complaining about an $8k watch as a gift while you already own other nice watches is ridiculous. Why come on the Internet to ask opinions on how to hurt your wife's feelings? Spoiled rotten is what comes to my mind. I know many people here can afford multiple fine watches, but I cannot and it comes off as bratty. There. That's how I feel.

Not to mention, where did the OP go?

[Oryx]

The black GMT is awesome and will go down as a true classic - I would personally keep it.

If the bluesy is the one that is singing to you then you should just exchange. The bluesy is not one of my favourites and probably not as wearable as the GMT.

[wagoneer]

Keep it! Beautiful watch, and she had obvious had pure and good intentions by giving you a gorgeous watch for your birthday.


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[Gary Busey]

Originally Posted by BMcGee

I would return it.

She already knew you wanted the blue one but decided to get you a different one because the AD didn't have it. It's kind of an insult.

Get what you really want. You said your facial expression already gave it away that you were not happy and probably really mad inside. Return it and make it up to her.

Hes right, shes a horrible wife, return her.

[domenick512]

If it was a necktie, I would just wear it. However, this gift is a sizable investment and you both should feel good about it. I think she will be fine with you exchanging it. I would.

[SirGrotius]

I think this is coming off the wrong way. My main point is how to be diplomatic to her feelings, not that I'm somehow in this terrible life quandary.

Furthermore to the person saying we're spoiled, I happen to work 60-80 hours a week on average and dedicated a ton of time and effort to education so I don't consider being able to purchase a fine watch or two is indicative of being spoiled.

Finally, I meant the black and blue GMT II. I'm not sure what the bluesy is!