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      01-04-2009, 04:36 PM   #1
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online watch dealers?

anybody know any online watch dealers that are reputable?
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      01-04-2009, 05:03 PM   #2
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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
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      01-04-2009, 05:23 PM   #3
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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.
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theres one on 6speedonline but beware the watches he sells are like 40k+ lol
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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
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I am in philly too, what kind of watch are you looking for?
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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.
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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..
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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?
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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
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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.
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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?!?!
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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?
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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).
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What % have you gotten from your AD?
a good percent.
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lol, dude where were you 2 months ago?!?!
huh?
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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...
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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.
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a good percent.
uh huh.
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      01-11-2009, 12:20 PM   #21
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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
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never ever buy watch and sunglasses online !!
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