Friend in Riyadh seeks Nautilus at local Patek ADs. Advice on cultural dress code and store visits. | Patek Philippe

Patek in Riyadh advice please

My friend will be working in Riyadh soon (for a 2-3 year contract) and is very interested in visiting the Riyadh Patek AD (perhaps multiple ADs?) to pursue a steel Nautilus. He fully understands the extreme scarcity, waiting game, patience required, consistent visits and friendly, open communication. He knows 2 or 3 years may not be nearly long enough to expect a Nautilus but he will still try.

However he's unaware of the local sensibilities when conducting a visit to the AD. Also he's aware of the male dress expectations in general when in public (no shorts, preferably long sleeve, sneakers) however would it be to his advantage to dress slightly better when visiting the AD boutiques? Such as dressier trousers, dress shoes and long sleeve dress shirt?

Also, since Riyadh may have multiple Patek ADs and the store managers would likely all know each other is it ill-advised to pursue the Nautilus in all locations? Or should he stick to one location?

Any advice would be wonderful! To be clear, my friend is an American, non Muslim gent.

Best,

Robert

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Patek in Riyadh advice please

Patek in Riyadh advice please

In the current collection only the steel Nautilus with annual calendar is left, The other steel models have been discontinued.

Ah, very good points! Many thanks Hora12

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Really? You are looking for dress advise? Come on…

Vintage, although I love to dress well, my buddy is more casual