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Aqua Terra - better to buy new or slightly used?

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I am considering getting a blue dial aqua terra 41mm as my daily wearer, but I wanted to get some opinions on whether it would be better to get a new one directly from the AD or go to a used dealer and try to snag one in good shape that is from the last few years.

Is there anything I am overlooking upgrade wise to the newest models that would make it a mistake to go for a cheaper used model?
 
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The dealers in online marketplaces like the sellers forum often have great prices, many AD’s will match them.

There is nothing wrong with a solid preowned piece. If you are looking for value that is the way to go. Omega takes a hit in value on new to used, depending on model, but once they take that initial hit they hold value fairly well.

Forever watch to commemorate an occasion? New.
First “nice”watch….tough to know if your tastes may change so I personally went with a nice lightly used one to start and went from there.
 
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I don’t mind used at all but it could be partly because half my watches are older than me anyway. I imagine it’s cool buying something brand new from an AD or OB and I hope to try that someday although I won’t be overly disappointed if I don’t.
 
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140dave 140dave
The dealers in online marketplaces like the sellers forum often have great prices, many AD’s will match them.

There is nothing wrong with a solid preowned piece. If you are looking for value that is the way to go. Omega takes a hit in value on new to used, depending on model, but once they take that initial hit they hold value fairly well.

Forever watch to commemorate an occasion? New.
First “nice”watch….tough to know if your tastes may change so I personally went with a nice lightly used one to start and went from there.

Interesting to hear they might be willing to match. It is somewhat of an occasion, finishing up grad school and starting a new job, so I will look into trying to go through the online dealers or get an AD to match. Thanks!
 
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Buy it new from a dealer and get your name on the paperwork.

Wear it every day.

Stay off watch sites.

Only way to keep your finances and your sanity intact
 
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Crunchie Crunchie
Buy it new from a dealer and get your name on the paperwork.

Wear it every day.

Stay off watch sites.

Only way to keep your finances and your sanity intact
He’s probably gonna be sucked in as soon as he buys one, what good is one watch
 
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Walrus Walrus
He’s probably gonna be sucked in as soon as he buys one, what good is one watch


It’s not too late for him, he could still save himself.

Let’s be fair, if you’re going to go for one watch for work, rest, and play, that Aqua Terra could well be it.
 
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That's exactly the one! I think it will be great as a first luxury watch that can be worn for work and on the weekends. When buying new/unworn from non-AD sellers are they typically the same price as the AD?

I have found the prices to be better than I can get from my AD. Depending on the dealer and your location you may also not have to pay sales tax.
 
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I would get a brand new, from AD. A few grey market dealers remove the papers. Like chronometer certificates and warranty card. If its dealers like Joma shop etc.
 
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Yah I was The AD they would only give 5% discount on the AQUA CAN YOU GET MORE FROM AD
 
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Omega D
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If it is your one good watch and you are sure of the model buy from AD. If your savvy you should still get a 5% discount.

If you think you will flip it in the future buy from a reputable pre owned dealer. If your patient you might find a serviced example with Omega paperwork and warranty. The correct pre owned watch will save you money.

Do what your comfortable with, put on the watch and enjoy.
 
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S sternoptyx
That's exactly the one! I think it will be great as a first luxury watch that can be worn for work and on the weekends. When buying new/unworn from non-AD sellers are they typically the same price as the AD?

I own the same one, bought it used but unworn from a dealer -- and it actually was unworn, right down to the stickering and bracelet wrap and the full warranty intact. It's a stunning watch that is well worth its asking, and if it's one you plan to keep then spending a bit extra on new or nearly new with all the trimmings is the way to go, IMO.
 
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If you consider buying used, you may also consider buying the older model. The blue one is very similar, with a few differences:
- older has 8500 movement (non master chronometer certificate).
- older has asymmetrical case with crown guard.
- older has the date window at 3 o'clock instead of 6 o'clock.
- new model is a bit taller; older is a bit bigger (lug to lug is longer, and dial 41.5mm instead of 41, although I think the older one might look smaller due to the asymmetrical case).
- older has vertical dial stripes instead of horizontal stripes in the new one.
- older black dial is more reflective than the new one, maybe the blue is the same.
- three lines of writing on the older dial instead of two in the new model.
See the older model here: https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/...r-co-axial-chronometer-41-5-mm-23113422103001
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When and if buying "used" I have always preferred "once loved" 🙄
 
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Crunchie Crunchie
It’s not too late for him, he could still save himself.

Let’s be fair, if you’re going to go for one watch for work, rest, and play, that Aqua Terra could well be it.
How about a Date Just 41?
 
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Im partial to the 8500 series of the Aqua Terra, and you would get a much better price pre-owned vs. the newest generation.
 
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