online watch dealers?

iamandypark · 01-04-2009, 03:36 PM

anybody know any online watch dealers that are reputable?

GreenThree · 01-04-2009, 04:03 PM

No, but beware of scams. I would not buy a watch online, only from an authorized dealer.

The reason why you see tags, breitlings, rolex, omegas, etc discounted so much online is because they are most likely knock offs. I say, if its too good to be true, probably is.

I was in Torneau today, and they have a program where you can trade in your old watch for a new one

iamandypark · 01-04-2009, 04:23 PM

I am most likely going to buy my next watch at a jeweler who is authorized to sell what I am looking for. I was in Torneau today as well... I was very displeased with their snobish attitude and lack motivation to make a sale. It was probably due to the fact that I am younger but I came ready to buy. I will happily take my business elsewhere.

ejazbmw · 01-04-2009, 04:31 PM

theres one on 6speedonline but beware the watches he sells are like 40k+ lol

davedave · 01-04-2009, 04:43 PM

www.alanfurman.com

GreenThree · 01-04-2009, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by iamandypark

I am most likely going to buy my next watch at a jeweler who is authorized to sell what I am looking for. I was in Torneau today as well... I was very displeased with their snobish attitude and lack motivation to make a sale. It was probably due to the fact that I am younger but I came ready to buy. I will happily take my business elsewhere.

+1. Probably wont buy from them. Very snobby. Passive, and then pressure. Left without a second thought. Good luck

nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn · 01-04-2009, 05:35 PM

I am in philly too, what kind of watch are you looking for?

iamandypark · 01-04-2009, 05:58 PM

breitling superocean chronograph. I will prob end up buying at bailey banks and biddle at the KOP mall. didn't you say you go to Temple U? I think I saw your car at the parking lot near the crepe truck.

RonJon · 01-04-2009, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by iamandypark

anybody know any online watch dealers that are reputable?

I just went though your delima!!

Most online retailers are not Authorized Dealers (AD). When you purchase a watch from a non AD you dont factory warranty, but most of the big ones will offer in house warranty. (I wouldn't want my $2000 watch repaired or worked on by nonother then the manufaturer!!)

I've heard that some non AD also scratch the S/N of the watch!!

If you are going to spend more then a $G then I would suggest you find a local(ish) AD and deal with them. To get the best possible price deal with small and pop shops, they are a lot more flexible on prices.

What type of watch did you have in mind?? Also you can look at a watch forum, you mite find a good deal on a LNIB, or demo..

Epacy2 · 01-04-2009, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by iamandypark

breitling superocean chronograph. I will prob end up buying at bailey banks and biddle at the KOP mall. didn't you say you go to Temple U? I think I saw your car at the parking lot near the crepe truck.

I just bought through an AD about 6 weeks ago, Breitling Super Avenger. Hit me up if you would like his contact info. He might be able to get you a better deal than your local AD. What has BB&B discounted you?

AckM3 · 01-04-2009, 08:51 PM

Check out the Breitling section on timezone.com, they can hook you up with a legit AD:

http://forums.timezone.com/index.php...eadt&frm_id=16

nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn · 01-04-2009, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by iamandypark

breitling superocean chronograph. I will prob end up buying at bailey banks and biddle at the KOP mall. didn't you say you go to Temple U? I think I saw your car at the parking lot near the crepe truck.

yep, that was me. I have a connection to a watch dealer. You can get a good deal. Send me a PM if you are interested.

RonJon · 01-04-2009, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by ferrari355fi

yep, that was me. I have a connection to a watch dealer. You can get a good deal. Send me a PM if you are interested.

lol, dude where were you 2 months ago?!?!

Epacy2 · 01-04-2009, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ferrari355fi

yep, that was me. I have a connection to a watch dealer. You can get a good deal. Send me a PM if you are interested.

What % have you gotten from your AD?

BoostedBMW · 01-04-2009, 09:54 PM

I bought a watch online through an authorized dealer so I got a great price with a full warranty (friends of Oris out of Australia).

nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn · 01-04-2009, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Epacy2

What % have you gotten from your AD?

a good percent.

nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn · 01-04-2009, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by RonJon

lol, dude where were you 2 months ago?!?!

huh?

06BMW330 · 01-05-2009, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by ejazbmw

theres one on 6speedonline but beware the watches he sells are like 40k+ lol

I didn't read all the posts, but I believe you are talking about the watch collector, he's in ny and I have heard nothing but good things about him. He can find you whatever you are looking for, if you must go through and online dealer, I would deal with him OP...

Epacy2 · 01-05-2009, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by 06BMW330

I didn't read all the posts, but I believe you are talking about the watch collector, he's in ny and I have heard nothing but good things about him. He can find you whatever you are looking for, if you must go through and online dealer, I would deal with him OP...

He's ok. Kinda short on customer service and etiquette.

Epacy2 · 01-05-2009, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by ferrari355fi

a good percent.

uh huh.

01-11-2009, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by iamandypark

anybody know any online watch dealers that are reputable?

yes I have just discovered this forum
I own an online watch web site ( www.swissbrandwatches.co.uk )
I have only a small selection on the site but can offer many more.
We are based in the uk and although I say it myself we are very trustworthy and only
sell genuine watches
Happy to help
Tom

shipill · 01-11-2009, 11:58 AM

never ever buy watch and sunglasses online !!

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