Reply With QuoteI wonder -Originally Posted by Troubled_Joe
“This is bad news for Prestons of Bolton, however it is good news for lovers of diamonds as we launch into a final closing down sale.”
Looks like it's closing down:
http://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/...ars_in_Bolton/
Obviously sad for the staff and I guess the best stock will just be shifted to Leeds or Wilmslow but there may still be some decent bargains.
I wonder -“This is bad news for Prestons of Bolton, however it is good news for lovers of diamonds as we launch into a final closing down sale.”
I only went in once about 5 years ago but it was a stunning building but even then the area was looking pretty run down - the article says the area is now an eyesore. Not the best kind of environment for an upmarket jeweller. I would think the bargains are only going to be things that won't sell as full price in the other stores. Sad...
A friend is popping in later, so will let others know if any bargains to be had.
As they have other branches, I see it as unlikely. The closure of the building is the main factor here. No doubt walk in trade has diminished, but I'm sure the business will continue.
Sad news for sure.
Got my first Rolex from here on my 18th birthday and later worked there as a Saturday 'boy'. One of the few places where customer service was put first.
The owner of Prestons of Bolton is the same chap who owns Cottrill's so no doubt they will continue that arm of the business, but the magic of Prestons of Bolton is something else!
Hell's teeth!! If Prestons of Bolton is situated in a run-down eyesore area, I hope the author of the report never has to visit where I live!
To be fair, Bolton is a sh*t hole.
Great shame. Have bought both my wife's Rolexes there and on both occasions they made it a special experience and easy haggle for 13% discount. Those were the days
Stunning building but surrounded by ever declining secondary/tertiary retail area
Interesting - Preston acquired Cottrills in Wilmslow approximately three years ago.
I have purchased several Panerai and Zenith pieces from Cottrills, and they host some great launch parties!
Phil Moore is the best watch sales manager that I have met, he is passionate about his trade.
There is no mention of the Wilmslow branch in this article - I would wager that Prestons will focus on the Wilmslow store for watches and high end jewelry.
t'other way round W124, Preston and Duckworth folded, Cottrills jumped in to buy the name (and the reputation that went with it).
Any connection with Preston and Duckworth in Guildford?
No Preston and duckworth are a one off Jewlers,there used to be 4 branches but just one one,however there is a presto so in Guildford who are a Rolex AD,who have had no stock for a couple of months,I thought that they may have lost the Rolex agency,maybe they will be closing as well?
Tony
You sure about all that Tony??
Went into the Wilmslow branch a few days ago, couple of teenagers running it.
Agree, best popping into the 2 grey dealers on water lane.
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I am sure about Preston and duckworth I was in last week,looking at the Mont Blanc pens,but it's just a guess?about prestons,they have had no new stock for a long time,apologies if I am not correct.
Tony
There's a Preston and Duckworth in Bury St Edmunds.
Apparently there were 4 shops all owned by the same person,who sold them off,I know the Guildford store is a standalone shop.
Mmmmm
Well the Manageress of Guildford called me from Bolton last week.....
Do you remember the cinema ads for Prestons of Bolton.... perhaps it was just a northern thing
Unless they have been sold in the past few months all four stores in Bolton, Guildford, Leeds and Wilmslow are all still under the same ownership. I.e. these are the four stores listed in Prestons Rolex and Tudor Baselworld 2016 brochure that they sent to their customers once full details of the new models were known.
I think there is some confusion here,we have prestons and Preston and duckworth in Guildford,prestons has 4 branches that is correct,I've Bolton,Guildford ,Leeds and wilmslow,Preston and duckworth Guildford is owned and run by one person,I hope that clears this up
Tony
Clear as mud Tony and still confused here!!
What about Preston and Duckworth in Bury St Edmunds?
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