Grey market purchases?

Larry S

AD is always the best way to go when new. You can get deals if you negotiate.

ahartfie

So I asked about Costco's return policy for luxury watches while I was there today. Their normal return policy applies - nothing special. Keep your receipt and if you're not satisfied you can return it.

I was also quite stoked to find out I can return for a refund my 8-year-old patio chair on which a weld broke. Glad I kept that receipt from 2008!

ViaAppia

Normal return policy for Costco is if it hasn't disintegrated you can return it... I think I am about to make a call to find out the next time I can latch on to a Costco trip 😁

VillageIdiot

The receipt requirement is new. It wasn't previously needed.

karalhoin

I guess this varies wildly depending on AD and probably country. I made some effort in three ADs and couldn't get anything out of them. Even while at the store, holding the watch and looking interested. Not a single peanut or freebie off retail price.

Found a much better deal at at a gray seller, plus fully stamped by an AD, so no loss of warranty or resale value. It was even cheaper than at Jomashop in the US.

But inded it varies a lot. Nothing is lost it trying to push the AD price down a bit. If they accept, it might be worth it. Especially because they usually deliver much faster.

TNTwatch

OP is not a Costco member so their return policy may apply differently. Just buy a membership then, it's cheap enough compared to the saving and ease of return.

shutterlife

Doesn't you membership have to remain valid at the time of return?