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Any opinions on this guy? I've liked the look of it but yet to pull the trigger. Jomasshop has it for $225. I think I would try and get a different band ortwo for it.
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Any opinions on this guy? I've liked the look of it but yet to pull the trigger. Jomasshop has it for $225. I think I would try and get a different band ortwo for it.
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^^^ Citizen is a good and reliable watch. It is one of the best watches under $500.
I already vouched for Authenticwatches.com and I have personally purchased from Jomashop.com with no problem. $2.5k is a big budget for a watch. I canrecommend over 10 watches for that price, you need to narrow it down to what kind of watch you want. Dress, divers, classic, casual, tool, racing, etc... Fewexamples are Breitling Avenger Seawold, Superoacean Heritage, Steelfish, Colt, etc...
I would assume 1 bill = $1k. For that price range, again depending on what kind of watch you are looking, I would suggest Hamilton, Tissot or Oris. AlthoughTag Heuer has plenty of choices for that price too. Hamilton Jazzmasters, Hamilton Field, Oris Artelier, Oris F1, Oris Classic, Tissot Le Locle, Tag Heuer F1,Tag Heuer Aquaracer, Tag Heuer Link, etc...
Originally Posted by oohitsgary
Can someone recommend me some sites that they actually bought from?!also if you have 2.5 k what kind of watch would you get
I already vouched for Authenticwatches.com and I have personally purchased from Jomashop.com with no problem. $2.5k is a big budget for a watch. I canrecommend over 10 watches for that price, you need to narrow it down to what kind of watch you want. Dress, divers, classic, casual, tool, racing, etc... Fewexamples are Breitling Avenger Seawold, Superoacean Heritage, Steelfish, Colt, etc...
I would assume 1 bill = $1k. For that price range, again depending on what kind of watch you are looking, I would suggest Hamilton, Tissot or Oris. AlthoughTag Heuer has plenty of choices for that price too. Hamilton Jazzmasters, Hamilton Field, Oris Artelier, Oris F1, Oris Classic, Tissot Le Locle, Tag Heuer F1,Tag Heuer Aquaracer, Tag Heuer Link, etc...
Originally Posted by RFX45
^^^ Citizen is a good and reliable watch. It is one of the best watches under $500.Originally Posted by oohitsgary
Can someone recommend me some sites that they actually bought from?!also if you have 2.5 k what kind of watch would you get
I already vouched for Authenticwatches.com and I have personally purchased from Jomashop.com with no problem. $2.5k is a big budget for a watch. I can recommend over 10 watches for that price, you need to narrow it down to what kind of watch you want. Dress, divers, classic, casual, tool, racing, etc... Few examples are Breitling Avenger Seawold, Superoacean Heritage, Steelfish, Colt, etc...
I would assume 1 bill = $1k. For that price range, again depending on what kind of watch you are looking, I would suggest Hamilton, Tissot or Oris. Although Tag Heuer has plenty of choices for that price too. Hamilton Jazzmasters, Hamilton Field, Oris Artelier, Oris F1, Oris Classic, Tissot Le Locle, Tag Heuer F1, Tag Heuer Aquaracer, Tag Heuer Link, etc...
Upon first glance, I figured 1 bill being $100.
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The Tag Heuer Carrera and Omega Aqua Terra (both with black dials) were the two watches I was deciding on my next watch purchase that is why I always recommendthose two, but in the end, I ended up with the Portuguese.
Anoth under-rated watch I could suggest would be Baume & Mercier. I think their Classima Executive line is exactly what you are looking for.
They can be had for a deep discount too.
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Originally Posted by LazyJ10
Originally Posted by RFX45
^^^ Citizen is a good and reliable watch. It is one of the best watches under $500.Originally Posted by oohitsgary
Can someone recommend me some sites that they actually bought from?!also if you have 2.5 k what kind of watch would you get
I already vouched for Authenticwatches.com and I have personally purchased from Jomashop.com with no problem. $2.5k is a big budget for a watch. I can recommend over 10 watches for that price, you need to narrow it down to what kind of watch you want. Dress, divers, classic, casual, tool, racing, etc... Few examples are Breitling Avenger Seawold, Superoacean Heritage, Steelfish, Colt, etc...
I would assume 1 bill = $1k. For that price range, again depending on what kind of watch you are looking, I would suggest Hamilton, Tissot or Oris. Although Tag Heuer has plenty of choices for that price too. Hamilton Jazzmasters, Hamilton Field, Oris Artelier, Oris F1, Oris Classic, Tissot Le Locle, Tag Heuer F1, Tag Heuer Aquaracer, Tag Heuer Link, etc...
Upon first glance, I figured 1 bill being $100.
I was going to assume that but I really can't recommend a watch for less than $100 other than G-Shock, Kenenth Cole, Fossil, etc...
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any info on ralph lauren's line? I know he is a watch collector/enthusiast and am eager to see his stuff.
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Ralph Lauren Watches Part 1: The Stirrup Collection
s the luxury watch market feels the pressure from the economy on its shoulders, you wouldn't expect to see new brands popping up. Regardless, thispartnership between Polo Ralph Lauren and the Richemont Group took seed before the economic hit really began and there was no stopping this seemingly immuneconnection of fashion and haute horology.
The new Equestrian line from Ralph Lauren is separated into three collections. The first of which is the aptly named "Stirrup Collection" due to theshape of the watch case. No, it isn't the tombstone collection. These are no mere fashion watches as can be seen from their unveiling at which occurred atthe luxury watch show SIHH 2009. Richemont is the name behind many luxury brands, some of which the Ralph Lauren collection borrows from literally andthematically.
Inside the Ralph Lauren Stirrup collection watches are all Jaeger LeCoultre (Richemont owned) movements, such as the caliber RL750 in the power reserve versionof the watch. The 18k rose gold case has a domed anti-reflective coated sapphire crystal, with a water-resistance of 30 meters. The watch designs look to melike a cross between Cartier (Richemont owned) and Hermes (not Richemont owned). Think of the Roman numbers (Cartier) and the shape of the case that looks likethe Hermes lock-shaped watch. The stirrup collection is mounted on a wide crocodile band that is almost like a bund strap given how the lugs are attached.It's attractive and sober looking - just what the economy needs right now.
Ralph Lauren Watches Part 2: The Sporting Collection
First for the new Ralph Lauren watch brand I discussed the Stirrup Collection. Featured here is the second line, the Sporting Collection. I commented on howthe Stirrup Collection looked like a design melding between Cartier and Hermes; well the same is true here. True to its name, the Sporting Collection is moresporty then the Stirrup of Classic Slim collection. Six large screws keep the bezel look strong, yet can pass for being functional if necessary. It'sstrong looks aren't aggressive looking though, which is nice as this watch says "I clean horses for fun."
I am on the fence about the application of the Ralph Lauren logo, and whether I admire it or not. It is certainly retro, reminding you of a time when brandingwas less of an issue that it is today. The models come in three flavors. A subsidiary seconds model, a chronograph, and a world timer with power reserve.Metals are either steel or gold. Again, Richemont gives Ralph Lauren access to the parts bin, and the Sporting Collection features IWC mechanical movementssuch as the RL98295 for the world timer. My pick is the black-faced chronograph on the metal bracelet, that is a sure hit.
Ralph Lauren Watches Part 3: The Classic Slim Collection
This is the last of the first collections for the newly unveiled Ralph Lauren watch brand. The Classic Slim collection here is very different from the Sportingor Stirrup collection, though they all share use of Roman numeral dials. The Classic Slim collection houses the very thin RL430 movement derived from Piaget,another company by joint parent the Richemont Group. This slim Ralph Lauren watch is only 5.35mm thick.
The most noticeable element of the Classic Slim collection watches is the beautiful use of guilloche engraving machine work on the dial and bezel. The 42mm 18krose gold case and silvered dial each share similar engraving patterns. Guilloche work is often done by hand on very old machines that must be kept running, asnew ones aren't manufactured often or any longer.
Style is similar to Breguet, complete with the engraving, broad Roman numerals, and pomme hands. It is a nice look from the brand that makes luxury sensible.The decorated, yet practical look of the Classic Slim watch works well with the demure logo. Around your wrist goes a dark-colored crocodile strap attached tolugs that appear just a bit too small, but enhance the roundness of the dial.
http://ablogtoread.com/ralph-lauren/richemonts-ralph-lauren-watch-line-video/
s the luxury watch market feels the pressure from the economy on its shoulders, you wouldn't expect to see new brands popping up. Regardless, thispartnership between Polo Ralph Lauren and the Richemont Group took seed before the economic hit really began and there was no stopping this seemingly immuneconnection of fashion and haute horology.
The new Equestrian line from Ralph Lauren is separated into three collections. The first of which is the aptly named "Stirrup Collection" due to theshape of the watch case. No, it isn't the tombstone collection. These are no mere fashion watches as can be seen from their unveiling at which occurred atthe luxury watch show SIHH 2009. Richemont is the name behind many luxury brands, some of which the Ralph Lauren collection borrows from literally andthematically.
Inside the Ralph Lauren Stirrup collection watches are all Jaeger LeCoultre (Richemont owned) movements, such as the caliber RL750 in the power reserve versionof the watch. The 18k rose gold case has a domed anti-reflective coated sapphire crystal, with a water-resistance of 30 meters. The watch designs look to melike a cross between Cartier (Richemont owned) and Hermes (not Richemont owned). Think of the Roman numbers (Cartier) and the shape of the case that looks likethe Hermes lock-shaped watch. The stirrup collection is mounted on a wide crocodile band that is almost like a bund strap given how the lugs are attached.It's attractive and sober looking - just what the economy needs right now.
Ralph Lauren Watches Part 2: The Sporting Collection
First for the new Ralph Lauren watch brand I discussed the Stirrup Collection. Featured here is the second line, the Sporting Collection. I commented on howthe Stirrup Collection looked like a design melding between Cartier and Hermes; well the same is true here. True to its name, the Sporting Collection is moresporty then the Stirrup of Classic Slim collection. Six large screws keep the bezel look strong, yet can pass for being functional if necessary. It'sstrong looks aren't aggressive looking though, which is nice as this watch says "I clean horses for fun."
I am on the fence about the application of the Ralph Lauren logo, and whether I admire it or not. It is certainly retro, reminding you of a time when brandingwas less of an issue that it is today. The models come in three flavors. A subsidiary seconds model, a chronograph, and a world timer with power reserve.Metals are either steel or gold. Again, Richemont gives Ralph Lauren access to the parts bin, and the Sporting Collection features IWC mechanical movementssuch as the RL98295 for the world timer. My pick is the black-faced chronograph on the metal bracelet, that is a sure hit.
Ralph Lauren Watches Part 3: The Classic Slim Collection
This is the last of the first collections for the newly unveiled Ralph Lauren watch brand. The Classic Slim collection here is very different from the Sportingor Stirrup collection, though they all share use of Roman numeral dials. The Classic Slim collection houses the very thin RL430 movement derived from Piaget,another company by joint parent the Richemont Group. This slim Ralph Lauren watch is only 5.35mm thick.
The most noticeable element of the Classic Slim collection watches is the beautiful use of guilloche engraving machine work on the dial and bezel. The 42mm 18krose gold case and silvered dial each share similar engraving patterns. Guilloche work is often done by hand on very old machines that must be kept running, asnew ones aren't manufactured often or any longer.
Style is similar to Breguet, complete with the engraving, broad Roman numerals, and pomme hands. It is a nice look from the brand that makes luxury sensible.The decorated, yet practical look of the Classic Slim watch works well with the demure logo. Around your wrist goes a dark-colored crocodile strap attached tolugs that appear just a bit too small, but enhance the roundness of the dial.
http://ablogtoread.com/ralph-lauren/richemonts-ralph-lauren-watch-line-video/
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^ Thanks for posting that RFX and awesome pickup on the portuguese. I hope to get one sometime in the near future.
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No problem and thanks for the compliment. Portuguese is like one of those watches that once you have, it seems like you won't need any other one... ofcourse that's just a saying.
On the other hand, a nice photo of the Breitling Avenger Titanium (not mine).
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This is a pretty awesome watch.
The PyroLume 45mm Titanium Turbofan "Blue Themes".
The PyroLume 45mm Titanium Turbofan "Blue Themes".
I build the turbofan watches on a very limited basis, perhaps 1-2 pieces per month. This is the first one to use a carbon fiber dial and the only watch using my current batch of prototype blue tinted lume compound.
- 45mm full titanium case, crown and display caseback. Completed watch has been water tested to 5atm.
- A6498 skeleton movement with extensive scrollwork on the bridges, machined gear wheels and blued screws.
- White pilot style hands.
- Panatime carbon fiber grain strap with matched blue stitching.
- CNC machined dial made from 0.25mm thick 2x2 twill carbon fiber sheet finished with a matte clear coat.
- Experimental blue tinted lume applied to dial indexes and green lume applied to 12:00 marker, hands and entire dial back
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Originally Posted by RFX45
No problem and thanks for the compliment. Portuguese is like one of those watches that once you have, it seems like you won't need any other one... of course that's just a saying.
On the other hand, a nice photo of the Breitling Avenger Titanium (not mine).
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^^^ If you like it and want to get your hands on it, better hurry because I believe Breitling is planning (or already has) to stop production of titaniumwatches.
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Everytime I come into this thread it just makes me
. 1 more year untilgraduation.
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Since we have a lot of NTers from NY, this might be worth to check out to some.
On April 4th, OMEGA comes to New York City. Its new flagship store at 711 Fifth will be the 51st OMEGA Boutique. The company's entire product palettewill be on offer.
The flagship store is an important part of OMEGA's retail strategy. In December of 2000, Nicolas Hayek, the Chairman of the Swatch Group, made a boldannouncement at the grand opening of the first OMEGA Boutique in Zurich. OMEGA's ambitious goal, he said, was to extend the corporate boutique network toinclude 50 retail shops devoted exclusively to OMEGA products within ten years. OMEGA met that target in 2008.
A piece of history - JFK's inaugural watch
On display will be the OMEGA Ultra-Thin watch, which was worn by John F. Kennedy during his inaugural address in January of 1961. The watch now belongs to theOMEGA Museum at the company's headquarters in Biel, Switzerland. Stephen Urquhart, the president of OMEGA, pointed out, "Given the watch's historyand provenance, it is an ideal piece to share with the visitors to our New York City Boutique. It was on President Kennedy's wrist when he urged Americansto 'ask not what your country can do for you but what you can do for your country.' We're pleased to have this opportunity to share it with ourAmerican friends."
A platinum Moonwatch - available exclusively in New York City
It was also President Kennedy who set the goal for Americans to land a man on the Moon and return him safely before the end of the 1960s. When the Apollo 11Lunar Module landed on the Moon's surface in July of 1969, the astronauts were wearing OMEGA Speedmaster watches (as has every NASA astronaut since1963's Mercury Faith 7 mission). On July 21st, 1969, the Moonwatch was born. This year, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the first lunar landing, OMEGAis releasing limited editions of the Speedmaster Professional Apollo 11 "40th Anniversary" Moonwatch in stainless steel (7,969 pieces) and platinum(69 pieces).
The platinum version of the watch, which features an 18 Ct gold Apollo 11 patch on the caseback with a reduced version below the small seconds hand on thedial, will initially be available exclusively at the OMEGA Boutique in New York City.
Inside the OMEGA Boutique
When visitors enter the OMEGA Boutique, they will be warmly greeted by staff that are specialists in the 161-year-old watchmaker's product line. Displayand sales areas are on each side of the ground floor towards the front of the store. There is also an enclosed area where VIP guests can view the productsundisturbed and at an unhurried pace.
Beyond the sales areas are special displays with showcases featuring OMEGA's brand ambassadors on one side of the hall and selections from the FineJewellery and Fine Leather collections on the other. Many of these products are available exclusively at OMEGA Boutiques. There are also presentationsdedicated to special launches and to seasonal products.
Expert after-sales service
At the back of the shop, a staircase leads to the second floor where the after-sales service department is located. Here it is possible to receive expertconsultation and warranty servicing on all OMEGA products. The specially-trained staff at OMEGA's Boutique in New York City are enthusiastic about sharingtheir unparalleled knowledge of one of the world's most respected watch brands.
The façade
The concept for the OMEGA Boutique was created by Kazuo Adachi of design Fresco designed by Adachi and his colleague Hiroshi Yama[word removed]a. The façadehas been conceived around the themes of the sun, water, and earth and, of course, time. Brilliant lighting illuminating the products in the show windowrepresents the sun's energetic light rays. A stroke pattern above the displays casts shadows and reflects light - a perfect depiction of clouds, whichgather water to generate the rain. Vertical tracks express rainfall. The rain, in turn, symbolizes time which is never still and which never returns in exactlythe same form. Finally, below the displays, chiseled and silvered glass represents an exposed cross section of the earth which conveys a history of time.
On April 4th, OMEGA comes to New York City. Its new flagship store at 711 Fifth will be the 51st OMEGA Boutique. The company's entire product palettewill be on offer.
The flagship store is an important part of OMEGA's retail strategy. In December of 2000, Nicolas Hayek, the Chairman of the Swatch Group, made a boldannouncement at the grand opening of the first OMEGA Boutique in Zurich. OMEGA's ambitious goal, he said, was to extend the corporate boutique network toinclude 50 retail shops devoted exclusively to OMEGA products within ten years. OMEGA met that target in 2008.
A piece of history - JFK's inaugural watch
On display will be the OMEGA Ultra-Thin watch, which was worn by John F. Kennedy during his inaugural address in January of 1961. The watch now belongs to theOMEGA Museum at the company's headquarters in Biel, Switzerland. Stephen Urquhart, the president of OMEGA, pointed out, "Given the watch's historyand provenance, it is an ideal piece to share with the visitors to our New York City Boutique. It was on President Kennedy's wrist when he urged Americansto 'ask not what your country can do for you but what you can do for your country.' We're pleased to have this opportunity to share it with ourAmerican friends."
A platinum Moonwatch - available exclusively in New York City
It was also President Kennedy who set the goal for Americans to land a man on the Moon and return him safely before the end of the 1960s. When the Apollo 11Lunar Module landed on the Moon's surface in July of 1969, the astronauts were wearing OMEGA Speedmaster watches (as has every NASA astronaut since1963's Mercury Faith 7 mission). On July 21st, 1969, the Moonwatch was born. This year, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the first lunar landing, OMEGAis releasing limited editions of the Speedmaster Professional Apollo 11 "40th Anniversary" Moonwatch in stainless steel (7,969 pieces) and platinum(69 pieces).
The platinum version of the watch, which features an 18 Ct gold Apollo 11 patch on the caseback with a reduced version below the small seconds hand on thedial, will initially be available exclusively at the OMEGA Boutique in New York City.
Inside the OMEGA Boutique
When visitors enter the OMEGA Boutique, they will be warmly greeted by staff that are specialists in the 161-year-old watchmaker's product line. Displayand sales areas are on each side of the ground floor towards the front of the store. There is also an enclosed area where VIP guests can view the productsundisturbed and at an unhurried pace.
Beyond the sales areas are special displays with showcases featuring OMEGA's brand ambassadors on one side of the hall and selections from the FineJewellery and Fine Leather collections on the other. Many of these products are available exclusively at OMEGA Boutiques. There are also presentationsdedicated to special launches and to seasonal products.
Expert after-sales service
At the back of the shop, a staircase leads to the second floor where the after-sales service department is located. Here it is possible to receive expertconsultation and warranty servicing on all OMEGA products. The specially-trained staff at OMEGA's Boutique in New York City are enthusiastic about sharingtheir unparalleled knowledge of one of the world's most respected watch brands.
The façade
The concept for the OMEGA Boutique was created by Kazuo Adachi of design Fresco designed by Adachi and his colleague Hiroshi Yama[word removed]a. The façadehas been conceived around the themes of the sun, water, and earth and, of course, time. Brilliant lighting illuminating the products in the show windowrepresents the sun's energetic light rays. A stroke pattern above the displays casts shadows and reflects light - a perfect depiction of clouds, whichgather water to generate the rain. Vertical tracks express rainfall. The rain, in turn, symbolizes time which is never still and which never returns in exactlythe same form. Finally, below the displays, chiseled and silvered glass represents an exposed cross section of the earth which conveys a history of time.
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RFX45....quick question.
At what price point, if any, do you say, "hey, I better suck it up and buy this one from a brick and mortar retailer" vs buying from a so-called"gray market" online retailer.
So far, I've bought my tissot and hamilton online....but my Tag, Omega, and Breitling I insisted on shopping at Tourneau or other establishment, because atthat kind of money I figured, might as well forgo the saving for the piece of mind of the manufacturers warranty.
I'm considering buying the Longines online though as 1245 is a pretty sweet deal.
(Edit): I think complexity of movement also factors into the decision as well. For instance: I would trust a local jeweler with Tag Carrera or Omega PlanetOcean...as the only complication they have is "date". But, I had my eye, at the time I bought my Navitimer, on the Montbrillant Olympus as apossible choice. Thats a watch that retails for 8500 but can be bought online at pretty damn close to 50% of that price. But that is a moon phase watch withperpetual calendar. That seems intricate enough, at least in my estimation, that you might want the Breitling warranty, so you can fix it if anything goeswrong. Half price is pretty damn enticing, but if it malfunctions after a year and breitling won't service it for you because of no manufacturer warranty,and no other AD or watchseller will or can service it...then you are screwed.
At what price point, if any, do you say, "hey, I better suck it up and buy this one from a brick and mortar retailer" vs buying from a so-called"gray market" online retailer.
So far, I've bought my tissot and hamilton online....but my Tag, Omega, and Breitling I insisted on shopping at Tourneau or other establishment, because atthat kind of money I figured, might as well forgo the saving for the piece of mind of the manufacturers warranty.
I'm considering buying the Longines online though as 1245 is a pretty sweet deal.
(Edit): I think complexity of movement also factors into the decision as well. For instance: I would trust a local jeweler with Tag Carrera or Omega PlanetOcean...as the only complication they have is "date". But, I had my eye, at the time I bought my Navitimer, on the Montbrillant Olympus as apossible choice. Thats a watch that retails for 8500 but can be bought online at pretty damn close to 50% of that price. But that is a moon phase watch withperpetual calendar. That seems intricate enough, at least in my estimation, that you might want the Breitling warranty, so you can fix it if anything goeswrong. Half price is pretty damn enticing, but if it malfunctions after a year and breitling won't service it for you because of no manufacturer warranty,and no other AD or watchseller will or can service it...then you are screwed.
I'll be checking out the botique in May. I saw the construction when I was out there in October.
And great question, Crimson, I too would like to know.
I've been more prone to trying to establish a relationship with a local AD, and since I'll also try and get my wedding bands at the same time, I feelthere's a better opportunity to get a discount that would be at least comparable with online, etc.
And great question, Crimson, I too would like to know.
I've been more prone to trying to establish a relationship with a local AD, and since I'll also try and get my wedding bands at the same time, I feelthere's a better opportunity to get a discount that would be at least comparable with online, etc.
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From my experience, discount on the gray market has to be real significant, like 10%-20% difference from the AD. It would also depend on the price on how muchit really is. Of course $5k watch will have a higher discount amount at 5% than a $1k watch. So it really will weigh in that way for me personally and how muchI really want the watch.
What's good with buying from an AD (not Torneau) though is that you can build a relationship with them and in the long run, you get better discounts oramenities.
When there is a problem with the watch, just bring it to them and they take care of everything. When you make a big watch purchase, you get a free travel caseor a winder, stuff like that but I digress.
With Longines, I'm sure you can find a good deal even on a B&M store at close to equivalent price of the gray market.
How much discount are you looking to get with that price? If it is close to 40%, I would probably go for the gray market as Longines doesn't have acomplicated movement, it most likely have a workhorse ETA movement which almost any skilled watchmaker should be able to fix and more those gray market dealersusually have their own warranty with their own watchmaker that can fix any problem that may occur within the warranties time period.
I hope that helped although I'm not quite sure I answered your question though.
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^ lol, nah, good info. I think we both think the same...because you were clearly answering my original post, while I was editing it. Peep it again if youcould kind sir.
Because I said the same thing that you did about complexity of movement being a factor.
Consider what I said about the Breitling Navitimer Montbrillant Olympus. Would you ever consider buying something that complex from a gray market online shop.
Because I said the same thing that you did about complexity of movement being a factor.
Consider what I said about the Breitling Navitimer Montbrillant Olympus. Would you ever consider buying something that complex from a gray market online shop.
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I just re-read it and I am pretty sure any watch company will service any watch but it will cost an arm and a leg to do so.
See that question is complicated. On one hand, I would not expect any problem for a watch that cost that much within the two years it will be covered for thewarranty.
But then again, I would be screwed if anything were to happen.
When it comes to complexities like that, I guess that is when I will compare the price I save compared to the dealer and if for that chance that the watch doesbreak, is the discount from the AD enough to get the watch itself fixed?
However, I know there will be a few watches I would go gray market for is the discount is big enough. Example, the Daytona. If I see that for 50% (yeah I know,I am dreaming) off, I would jump on that. Even though it is not a complicated movement, Rolex is one of those watches that is best when handled by Rolex watchexperts.
However, when it comes to a close knit companies, it is still a tough one like Hublot. Check this story out, it happened a month or so ago.
This one guys wife purchased a Hublot for his birthday or wedding anniversary. Not part of the watch fell off, I believe part of the dial so he returned it toan AD and the AD gave him a new one.
That same watches part fell off again and returned it to the AD. In his frustration, he posted at Timezone and the CEO of Hublot itself read it and personallyguaranteed him a new and perfect watch and as a part of great customer service, he gave his wife a free Hublot Big Bang, a watch that retails for $10k-$15k. Aservice like that is almost unimaginable. The Hublot CEO also keeps an eye on the Hublot Forum at TZ and for everyone that posts a new Hublot purchase, hegives them a personal hand written warranty good up to 2015. That kind of close knit service is just priceless.
Originally Posted by RFX45
I just re-read it and I am pretty sure any watch company will service any watch but it will cost an arm and a leg to do so.
See that question is complicated. On one hand, I would not expect any problem for a watch that cost that much within the two years it will be covered for the warranty.
But then again, I would be screwed if anything were to happen.
When it comes to complexities like that, I guess that is when I will compare the price I save compared to the dealer and if for that chance that the watch does break, is the discount from the AD enough to get the watch itself fixed?
However, I know there will be a few watches I would go gray market for is the discount is big enough. Example, the Daytona. If I see that for 50% (yeah I know, I am dreaming) off, I would jump on that. Even though it is not a complicated movement, Rolex is one of those watches that is best when handled by Rolex watch experts.
However, when it comes to a close knit companies, it is still a tough one like Hublot. Check this story out, it happened a month or so ago.
This one guys wife purchased a Hublot for his birthday or wedding anniversary. Not part of the watch fell off, I believe part of the dial so he returned it to an AD and the AD gave him a new one.
That same watches part fell off again and returned it to the AD. In his frustration, he posted at Timezone and the CEO of Hublot itself read it and personally guaranteed him a new and perfect watch and as a part of great customer service, he gave his wife a free Hublot Big Bang, a watch that retails for $10k-$15k. A service like that is almost unimaginable. The Hublot CEO also keeps an eye on the Hublot Forum at TZ and for everyone that posts a new Hublot purchase, he gives them a personal hand written warranty good up to 2015. That kind of close knit service is just priceless.
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^^^ Seriously. If all watch companies would have a great service like that, I wouldn't even bother looking at the gray market for watches.
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