After reading your post and the responses, bummer seems to hit the nail on the head.
I was placed in a similar position as a dealer years ago and I can assure you, it was uncomfortable. More importantly, to subject my clients to this was impossible for me to even consider.
I am not in a metropolitan area but a rather small demographic area where I knew my clients personally. I was not what you would call a heavy hitter by any stretch of the imagination but over 27 years, developed a very expanding and loyal Patek following. I am not going into depth with all that happened but ultimately, I could no longer operate in or subject my clients to this new business environment and withdrew as a dealer.
Success is a wonderful thing but how that success is handled is crucial for it to continue. I suspect some additional thought and behavioral training might be in order.
I certainly understand your frustration and the comments of the others who responded.