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Just passing the word on. If anyone has anything they are looking for specifically, I have a network of over 1,700 dealers and traders I can reach out to with many great deals to be had, and quite often. I work here directly with a very experienced trader who can source almost anything and for great prices. Also let me know if you or anyone else is trying to get rid of anything.

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Access to Patek 5990/1A for MSRP?

 

 

I need a patek 5726/1A new for msrp?

 

 

Alright. I've sourced both. Just negotiating price. I'll be sending you both PM's soon.

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I need a patek 5726/1A new for msrp?

Are these really hot suddenly? I’ll ask, I’d be shocked if my dealer would have a problem getting one of these for you.

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My dealer has already received his allocations on these for the year and will not have more until next summer. I think retail is more than fair...

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Maybe consider a rose gold Schumacher.

 

I really like the summer edition, I missed one by one week when I went to Geneva, the boutique had one left but had a deposit down :rant:

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No Patek nautilus is worth paying over MSRP. Did any of you check on Chrono 24 site ? With patience you could find one at a discount

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Curious does any Nautilus ever sell below MSRP?

 

Yes , I have never owned own but I have numerous parteks below MSRP , some as much as 30% off . Have to be patient , like a car , the more of a hard on you have for a watch , the less likely you will be patient enough to get the right deal . None of them are collector pieces , so they will go down

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Curious does any Nautilus ever sell below MSRP?

 

Absolutely.

 

Yes , I have never owned own but I have numerous parteks below MSRP , some as much as 30% off . Have to be patient , like a car , the more of a hard on you have for a watch , the less likely you will be patient enough to get the right deal . None of them are collector pieces , so they will go down

 

:iamwithstupid: Fully agreed. If one wants to the first kid on the block to own the latest toy, one needs to pay a premium or at least pay full price for it. But if one has the patience and as the cliche goes, good things [will] come to those who wait.

 

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Access to Patek 5990/1A for MSRP?

 

PM sent!

 

I need a patek 5726/1A new for msrp?

 

PM sent!

 

AP ROO Summer Edition NIB I don’t want to pay over RRP. Thanks Ian

 

Currently searching. :) Should get back to you soon!

 

This should not be a problem even for a brand new watch.

Are these really hot suddenly? I’ll ask, I’d be shocked if my dealer would have a problem getting one of these for you.

My dealer has already received his allocations on these for the year and will not have more until next summer. I think retail is more than fair...

 

They were not easy to find the other day. Almost all places I talked to do not have them at the moment and everyone is asking a stupid ridiculous premium. Some people laughed when I asked if they had any for close to MSRP.

 

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Absolutely.

 

 

 

:iamwithstupid: Fully agreed. If one wants to the first kid on the block to own the latest toy, one needs to pay a premium or at least pay full price for it. But if one has the patience and as the cliche goes, good things [will] come to those who wait.

 

I generally agree with that but by using that approach I’ve missed 3 limited editions which almost doubled in value :(

 

I am not desperate to have them so I don’t really care but I wish I pounced at RRP.

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  • 1 year later...

Reviving an old topic:  what’s the deal with online discounters (chrono24 or authenicwatch.com, DavidSW,  jomashop etc) versus buying from an authorized distributor.

My watch of 30 years isn’t working correctly and I want an automatic movement.  I started looking months ago and finally saw a watch that piqued my interest (Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra co-axial master chronometer).  There is a large price difference between a local authorized dealer and on-line pricing.  Also different warranties.  Omega is 5 year.  Jomashop is 2 year.  AuthenticWatch is 6 years but obviously it must be their own warranty.  I’ll call them Monday and inquire.

The watch should need little service for a very long time, but if it needs attention I don’t want to find a problem because I bought a “gray market” watch or something that is shunned by an authorized service center.  Or maybe I”m putting too much stock in that and it could be serviced by a legit outfit?

I’d like to get the best deal possible, and I don’t mind paying a bit more for a brick/mortar experience (I got to try it on and learn about it) but not 20-25% more.  But if buying through an authorized channel is important it may make sense.

I’m also researching value on a few watches that belonged to my Dad including a bubble back Rolex, an automatic Omega from 1956 that still works, and a 1997 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust that is working like a champ! (It’s my temp until I find something I love, IF I find something I love).  I’ve worn the same watch every day for 30 years happily,  I’m not one to change watches and I’d like to choose a watch that will last the next 30 years.

Hubby and I are very inexperienced in buying watches.  Any advice is appreciated.  

Watch I’m interested in:

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1997 Rolex works great after sitting in a drawer for over a decade:

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Bubble back - not sure from what year but it works

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Omega given to Dad by his parents in 1956 - still works:

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  • 1 year later...
On 6/26/2018 at 2:06 PM, IanMan said:

Just passing the word on. If anyone has anything they are looking for specifically, I have a network of over 1,700 dealers and traders I can reach out to with many great deals to be had, and quite often. I work here directly with a very experienced trader who can source almost anything and for great prices. Also let me know if you or anyone else is trying to get rid of anything.

Rolex datejust 26mm White dial 69173  for wife.  Thanks, Billy

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