I've heard that the 8500 is very dependable, but there could be a few 'lemons' in the mix as with any watch/company. Warranty? Can you get it replaced/fixed?
R. =:^D
Sorry guys,
I would be totally bent - over dropping that kind of coin and getting a lemon... hey that's what the warranty is for, heck I'd try and take it to the AD and have them deal with the problem and either provide an instant replacment, or cash...
Explain to them, this is NOT the experience you expected - at all.
Enough said.