Seiko Credor Kumakawa Worldtimer: a genuine Rolex beater for under $2,000

I agree. I was referring to master watchmakers in my article like the gentleman from Grand Sieko you described — not sales & service people.

We’ve all heard the horror stories about the A.D.s of certain brands — Rolex in particular. The condescension and outright rude behavior some customers have been subject to should not be tolerated.

No company — let alone one that sells luxury goods — can expect to remain on top by treating its customers — and potentional customers — poorly.

As for Grand Seiko, my opinion about the brand is just that — one man’s opinion. There’s no denying that GS makes truly outstandind watches. It’s just one of those brands I’ve never been able to quite warm-up to.

Going forward, who knows? I’ve had a complete change of heart regarding some other brands I initially wasn’t too enthusiastic about. Live, learn and enjoy the journey …