Since I just moved here and I have no SA, I made an appt couple of weeks ago to avoid 4 hour Q at Taka. Reading through this thread prepared me for the long waits, low stock, etc etc... but I was kind of taken aback at the lack of... everything!
The SA was friendly and courteous but I got the hint, he did not want a new client. Did not offer to help order or look for any of the common items, did not give contact info and told me to make another appointment if I wanted to return to try the RTW/ if comes when it comes (?) There was no FJ to look at and whatever was on display was what was available with a few exceptions. I figured I can put deposit and order some things I've wanted but he said they stopped taking deposits too as they're so behind fulfilling current orders that are like a year behind.
I picked up something which in hindsight wasn't my first choice, and left.... Whew- it's hard to shop here! I'm really missing my previous SA abroad... and the feeling of ease while browsing, and knowing you can always get what you want with a bit of patience. At this rate, I think it'll take a long time to even build a profile...
(had to vent a bit... as I really wanted to find someone to work with!)
