Which, in this case seems to be what happened. He said the watch sat in the AD for two years. Because it’s a reissue and therefore not highly sought after, that’s a long time for an AD to sit on something.
Also:
You're right. You never said an AD would honor that request. However, saying to walk out if you don’t get 40% is implying that you could in fact get 40%.
I've bought many Omega watches from AD and boutique but never heard of 40%. Did you get that much? Was it a watch sitting at show window for few years? There must be a catch if it's at 40% discount.
It's normal to get between 10-23% discount depending on the urgency the store feels in moving said watch out fast. It's my experience of 25 years.
Only time I've sen discounts like that at an AD are on slow-selling/non-selling models. I have picked up one watch at that sort of discount but would not expect to see it again. I have managed anywhere between 15 - 22% at an AD I have bought several watches from and I am fine with that level of discount, since other perks are also included, and they run an excellent operation. I did not receive anything like that on my one and only OB purchase. Top-sellers like the SMP Diver and most Speedies are going to command a much lighter discount, IME.
Comment was specific to that model as depreciation on this model is larger than most due to limited desireability.
Right... you casually mention a model but you never say your “advice” is specific to that model. You just say their “current line up” is not worth buying without a discount and proceed to tell people to walk without a 40%. Where is it that you say to walk without 40% on a specific watch?
No mention of a specific product. Just generalized talk.
*These comments of yours were back to back. You casually throw out there that you bought this watch but never say “I would have walked on it had they not given a 40%.” Or “only buy specific models with a 40% discount.” Instead, after throwing out there that you bought a watch, you go back to broad advice.
The local AD you purchased from and the high Street chain store jewellers opposite them stock Omega. Suspect they have an agreement with each other not to undercut although you can get 4yrs interest free credit with the chain store.
Yes. You live in or visit Jersey?
Is anyone in the UK finding discounts on new purchases at the moment? Looking to buy a hesalite Moonwatch very soon.
Thanks
https://www.swisswatchesdirect.co.u...ega_mens_watches_seamaster_diver_300_m_(44mm)
This place seems pretty good, if you don't mind ordering online, this example has around 15% off, seems the higher the price, the better the discount, I may try to use a few printouts when I go to a dealer for a look at the watch, see if I can do similar or even better.
Mozza, I love Omega & have owned a few, however with current pricing & lots of availability I would expect (request) more than 15%. My last interaction with an AD, resulted in me paying £6130 for AT world timer on bracelet ( just less than 25%) & I was walking away, but the sales staff were superb, understood my concerns ( I didn’t want to lose more than £1k in 5 years) & treated me right. First time in my life that I let the retailer win
The main issue is most people buying these types of watches discount is sometimes the last thing on their minds, they just want to feel special when they are buying one, also a lot depends on how you are paying, if you are buying outright then fine, but for some the old 48 mts 0% is a better option.
Mozza, I get that. I paid on a cc, but was very upfront with the dealer as to what I was after from a price point of view. I had actually hon to the town to purchase A Zenith Defy 21 ti at a different dealer who let me walk for £250, so the AT was definitely a bonus sale for the dealer.
I think part of the issue is the rapid rate that Omega has increased prices over the last few years & retained value is not great.
Example, I recently sold a Ploprof Titanaim full set with uncut rubber strap to a fellow member on this forum. I had had the watch for 2years. If I had paid retail my loss would have been £3530 - 39%. That is eye watering in 2 years. The buyer saved approx £4530 based on current list. This is why I try to attain as much discount as possible.
All the best to you
Jeeper
If I had sufficient funds, I would never sell anything, but my funds currently only run to4 good pieces. AT, DJ, B-E-M & Tudor GMT. I like new pieces, so for the moment it’s 1out 1 in, so need to mitigate my losses as much as possible. If you can afford to hold on to everything while buying more pieces then more power to you. Here’s hoping you never need to dispose of a modern piece that you paid close to retail for.
ATB
Jeeper
https://www.swisswatchesdirect.co.u...ega_mens_watches_seamaster_diver_300_m_(44mm)
This place seems pretty good, if you don't mind ordering online, this example has around 15% off, seems the higher the price, the better the discount, I may try to use a few printouts when I go to a dealer for a look at the watch, see if I can do similar or even better.
I purchased a PLOPROF Ti 1200in January this year. I have loved this watch for many many years love wearing it now. But my advice is: minimum 40% discount or walk away
Come on Jeeper, you know this is not realistic....even if you visit and walk away from a thousand shops, you will never get 40 % off latest Omega models. Maybe if you know someone in the business or if you have your own Omega shop. Still an incredible discount because that is possibly close to the cost price for retailers.
I did not say that I got 40%, I said that at current prices & depreciation I would advise against that model UNLESS you could achieve 40%. The watch had been with the AD for 2 years & I achieved a healthy discount on a tax free price, so overall I saved 42.5% on UK or Spanish prices. Final figure was £5250 GBP
Even the OB’s are giving discounts now?
