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Thanks for the different perspectives, everyone. I appreciate the information about grey market being heavily discounted when it comes to ceramics; didn't know that.

I also didn't realize that AD would get the watch after the boutiques; good to know.

I contacted my local AD to see what they know and they are having to research it.

How is it that grey market still comes with the warranty?


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Let's get back on track..
If you want to get on the track I strongly suggest you go with the Porsche and not the Austin...

::stirthepot::
 
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Thanks for the different perspectives, everyone. I appreciate the information about grey market being heavily discounted when it comes to ceramics; didn't know that.

I also didn't realize that AD would get the watch after the boutiques; good to know.

I contacted my local AD to see what they know and they are having to research it.

How is it that grey market still comes with the warranty?

The problem with grey sellers is that you don't know the source of the watch. ADs can't hold the watch more than a certain period, if the watch was not sold it should be returned or moved. So you can get a watch that was used for a year for try-on in Uzbekistan [emoji2]

AFAIK they sell watches with their own "grey" warranty, not official Omega warranty.

I personally never bought from GM and never will.

AD would get a watch after the boutique but the difference in time maybe small. It depends mostly on AD's volumes.

I propose you to try the watch in boutique but to buy in AD. It's true that boutique gives almost no discount, but AD can make it up to 20% if it's not some limited edition. It's all about supply and demand.

Have fun.
 
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Thanks for the different perspectives, everyone. I appreciate the information about grey market being heavily discounted when it comes to ceramics; didn't know that.

I also didn't realize that AD would get the watch after the boutiques; good to know.

I contacted my local AD to see what they know and they are having to research it.

How is it that grey market still comes with the warranty?


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My understanding is so long as the warranty card is stamped by an AD you're good to go. I can't speak for all grey market transactions, but my gm experience was great. Ironically, for the exact opposite of how Alex_TA says it.

My first watches were bought in OB and all were taken from display case to bag. Never was I offered a brand new one out of a safe. I don't think it's an option at my OB. So if you think about it this way, you're always buying a slightly used watch when you go to OB like mine. I really don't care what countrymen have tried it on, the fact they have is good enough to bother me.

However my gm watch came factory sealed. I got it the same way the factory shipped it. Which I think is really cool.

You got plenty of time to look around and educate yourself. The more you know about the market the more you'll save. Good Luck.
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My first watches were bought in OB and all were taken from display case to bag. Never was I offered a brand new one out of a safe. I don't think it's an option at my OB. So if you think about it this way, you're always buying a slightly used watch when you go to OB like mine. I really don't care what country men have tried it on, the fact they have is good enough to bother me.

However my gm watch came factory sealed. I got it the same way the factory shipped it. Which I think is really cool.

All my watches were ordered through AD from the factory and came new, fresh and sealed. That's the way I like it [emoji41]
 
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All my watches were ordered through AD from the factory and came new, fresh and sealed. That's the way I like it [emoji41]

I don't feel too bad about it. Seems to be the norm in my area. But you're right. Factory sealed is the only way to go if paying new prices. I wouldn't settle for less again.
 
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Maybe you don't have the same type of disposable income, maybe there's a reason for that...[/QUOTE]
what is your income got to do with smart buying? ::facepalm1::
 
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Maybe you don't have the same type of disposable income, maybe there's a reason for that...
what is your income got to do with smart buying? ::facepalm1::[/QUOTE]

It has nothing to do with smart buying, but everything to do with the attitude. Paying a few extra dollars doesn't fill me with resentment and negative energy...

And definition of "smart Buying" is all a matter of perspective... income is an issue when what interests you most are the things that your money can't buy...
 
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what is your income got to do with smart buying? ::facepalm1::

It has nothing to do with smart buying, but everything to do with the attitude. Paying a few extra dollars doesn't fill me with resentment and negative energy...

And definition of "smart Buying" is all a matter of perspective... income is an issue when what interests you most are the things that your money can't buy...[/QUOTE]
That is good if you want to pay MSRP for a little bit of kindness attitude of the boutique but for most of us the definition of "Smart Buying" is to save the money at the time of buying and use the extra cash for few other watches. Again everyone has thier own opinion but the bringing up the subject of income is unnecessary and absurd.
 
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I feel like I'm being baited here... @nima0071
I have already conceded the fact that the statement about income was uncalled for... Have a read above, I apologize again.

I also agree, some of the people I know with obscene amounts of money are the cheapest bastards on earth.

All I am saying is that Omega boutique not discounting is not something that should cause any great anger. For many, the few dollars extra spent, pays off in things that money can't buy.

The boutique model seems to be flourishing, so I think that there are many who place value in things other than discounts. I would hope that no one buying at an OB would feel "screwed" by omega... The friends I have made through OB all feel like they are 'smart buyers'... And none of them seem hurting for watches, or have given up anything else they would have wanted to buy in order to spend more.

Like it or not, there are people out there who have no need for discounts.

Like I said it's not about price, it's about value. For some people, the dollar is what is most valued... Those people will always be hustling no matter how much they have . For many other people I know, money has become completely immaterial.

But we share a common bond - the love of watches. Many of them are attracted to watches because of the emotional component, something money can't buy.
 
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@Superdoc I do understand what you are saying. I do love buying some pieces from boutique where I "personal opinion" see value in.
But as a watch lover or an enthusiast I don't keep the same watch for ever unless it has sentimental value and at the time of flipping the damn thing I don't want to lose arm and leg. In that matter I value smart buying by getting discount. I don't think I am cheap in any way or a hustler.
 
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For many, the few dollars extra spent, pays off in things that money can't buy.

Hmmm...paying a few dollars more for something that money supposedly can't buy. 🙄

I'm not out to buy an "experience", just a watch.
 
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Will be interesting to see when/for how much these end up in the GM.

Iconic watches would be a good place to keep an eye on... they seem to offer 5-30% discount depending on what the watch is... and having talked to them, they source through ADs that are looking to sell on stock that they can't move.

All the watches come with stamped up cards, and in some cases, everything that the dealer would get (the box, that goes around the box, that goes around the box... etc).

My take is:

If you want the watch on day 1 of issue, and are happy/able to pay full retail, then buy at the boutique.

If you are patient, and would like to get a new watch at the best price possible, then and AD or the GM are the way to do this.

I don't see anything wrong with either approach - they just come down to time(patience), and money.
 
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@Superdoc. Great anger, resentment and negative energy. Interesting choice of words. First thing that came to mind is your crossed arm picture. Anger has you saying some silly things.🤦

I'm happy for a lot of things in my life. But overpaying 40% isn't one of them. I'd rather buy direct anyways than schmooze with some stranger. A positive person would see this a valuable feedback.

I'm also happy that I was able to provide the OP some information that he may or may not use. That's supposed to be the purpose of these boards? Not some continuation of a sales pitch.

And ("Filthy Rich I tell ya ::psy::") makes me happy. 😁
 
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I'm happy for a lot of things in my life. But overpaying 40% isn't one of them.

I think it's a little unfair to say that buying from an Omega Boutique is overpaying. There are lots of people that are happy to pay RRP on the watches they buy. That's their choice.

Can I politely ask that everyone chills out a bit?

The OP asked a fair question, he's been given as much info as there is... this thread then slipped into a slanging match, and that's not really cool.

I'm not taking sides, because frankly, I don't care - but this sort of behaviour doesn't help anyone.

To the OP: If you don't NEED the watch on launch day, give it 6 months and see what the prices are doing. 😀
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