Do you buy this?

[JesusSandals]

So last few weeks ive been deciding which first Panerai to get. Im on the list for a 390 but its doubtful.

So I tried a 000 and a 112 last Saturday, I couldnt decide so went away and mulled it over.

Now i decided I prefer the 000 even though I can get the 112 for 25% off list from a different dealer, I figured id pay more for the 000 as I prefer it.

The dealer knows me and I have spent a fair few £££ in there as recently as March. They know I am not a window shopper.

So I called the saleswoman on Wednesday and agreed a deal with 2 free straps, I said I would take the day off work to collect the following day. Turned out it was her day off so as someone who works in sales I said sure I will come Friday.

So I got up early quite excited, did some Shopping went to get my Watch...
I sat for 20 mins whilst the saleswoman could not be located. And when she turned up she said Oh sorry we dont have the watch. It had a scratch and has been sent back to Panerai.

So i used my last day off of the year for this and a 70 mile round trip I was pretty annoyed. Would a call of been too much trouble?

Do you buy that story? Feels like they just sold it to me!!

[MrTito]

Originally Posted by JesusSandals

So last few weeks ive been deciding which first Panerai to get. Im on the list for a 390 but its doubtful.

So I tried a 000 and a 112 last Saturday, I couldnt decide so went away and mulled it over.

Now i decided I prefer the 000 even though I can get the 112 for 25% off list from a different dealer, I figured id pay more for the 000 as I prefer it.

The dealer knows me and I have spent a fair few £££ in there as recently as March. They know I am not a window shopper.

So I called the saleswoman on Wednesday and agreed a deal with 2 free straps, I said I would take the day off work to collect the following day. Turned out it was her day off so as someone who works in sales I said sure I will come Friday.

So I got up early quite excited, did some Shopping went to get my Watch...
I sat for 20 mins whilst the saleswoman could not be located. And when she turned up she said Oh sorry we dont have the watch. It had a scratch and has been sent back to Panerai.

So i used my last day off of the year for this and a 70 mile round trip I was pretty annoyed. Would a call of been too much trouble?

Do you buy that story? Feels like they just sold it to me!!

Out of interest which dealer was it?

[JesusSandals]

I cant name and shame.

Unless you bought it!! :-)

[Nicekettle]

Did you give a CC for deposit?

[JesusSandals]

I didnt pay deposit. I wasnt asked I would of paid in full but it was held for me apparently.

[Rolex Junky]

I would file a written complaint with the manager/ owner.

[JesusSandals]

I dont imagine that will get me very far. Just has bummed me out and kind of spoilt the whole thing for me. So much so Im going to try a green sub on tomorrow instead. Maybe its destiny I dont get a pam!

[esm]

Originally Posted by JesusSandals

I sat for 20 mins whilst the saleswoman could not be located. And when she turned up she said Oh sorry we dont have the watch. It had a scratch and has been sent back to Panerai.

don't buy that story. Have heard that story before (common BS to spin at customers).

She probably got reprimand by her manager and this was "their way out".

It shows how much they valued your custom..... They didn't even bothered to call you in advance.

000 isn't all that difficult to come by, so "if the deal" is still on the offer, ask her to order/transfer another one to her branch..... (there is a likelihood of her saying... Oh, we can't get it anymore )

I'd take your business else if I were you.

[JesusSandals]

Yeah they cant get one apparently. And only problem I have is I have a £500 voucher for that store from when I bought a rolex earlier this year. So im stuck!!

To add insult to injury they were the only store that has a green sub, the only other watch im feeling. But i just couldnt reward them with a higher sale after that!

I knew it was BS and even stated that.

[esm]

Originally Posted by JesusSandals

Yeah they cant get one apparently. And only problem I have is I have a £500 voucher for that store from when I bought a rolex earlier this year. So im stuck!!

To add insult to injury they were the only store that has a green sub, the only other watch im feeling. But i just couldnt reward them with a higher sale after that!

I knew it was BS and even stated that.

Where abouts in the UK are you?
Am I safe to assume that this isn't a chain AD?

[JesusSandals]

It is an AD im Northwest.

Yes chain and the chain has no more.

[esm]

Originally Posted by JesusSandals

It is an AD im Northwest.

Yes chain and the chain has no more.

Last time I had a £500 voucher to spend at one of my suppliers... I bought some jewellery for the wife and just pay the difference on top - the voucher didn't qualify for Rolex though

Food luck with your 000 hunt, it is my fave Luminor Historical piece.

[JesusSandals]

Thanks fella, I considered earrings for .... about a minute!!

[JesusSandals]

The dealer now says they will have a 00000 today. Curious as to how they have got it shipped on a Saturday for Monday delivery but I may well go pick it up today as tonsilitus has forced me off work!

[htc8p]

that's bs ad want your money bad. they are just pulling your leg.

[Cru Jones]

pretty bad saleswoman, but, i wouldn't let it take anything away from the watch....you got a good deal on a very in-demand watch, so, find a moment to go pick it up and enjoy.

post pix please!