Prices Of IWC Watches Going Up? Discount fixed at 15%?

[centrix]

not a lot of bnib big pilots around by the time i got to buying. the warranty was a rather large issue to consider as well.

[trento]

not a lot of bnib big pilots around by the time i got to buying. the warranty was a rather large issue to consider as well.

i understand. i went through the BP issue with RM once cos warranty was undated. luckily, i managed to return it to the dealer. at least, u get peace of mind with local AD

[centrix]

im actually unsure about what happens when you buy second hand and the warranty is undated and stuff, can you enlighten me whats the problems which occur when warranty is required? thanks

[trento]

im actually unsure about what happens when you buy second hand and the warranty is undated and stuff, can you enlighten me whats the problems which occur when warranty is required? thanks

at least from my experience with RM, if u send in a watch dated or undated and claim warranty for any faults, they will run a check with the AD on the sale date. if it's past warranty period, that whatever date would not hold its warranty. it's the policy of present local ADs to date the watches they sell (at least for Richmont brands).

just to add on if u don't mind on the issue of buying from grey dealers. i'm still of the view that a grey dealer is a better buy. take the BP for eg. New is about 13k. They don't increase price, unlike local AD. Watch repairs are not so scary like expensive cars. worst case u get a 2k job if it's a serious fault which still would be much cheaper than the local AD. If im not wrong, the BP u got was 19 to 20k considering the recent price increase and discount reduction. also, the odds of breaking down are very slim and the ones from the reputable dealers here should have valid warranty. anyway, with or without, it'll still save u a few k.

my take is as long as the watch is easily available, rolexes, pams, BPs, why not? but it's just my view and hope you don't take it personally but just another option for u should u intend to buy a popular watch again. i got friends who pay quite a bit more for daytonas and pams and i see so many lying around in forums. it's always puzzling but i know there are ppl who just prefer this option and i respect that.

[centrix]

well im new for now. maybe ill change my opinion in the future

[misterpotatohead]

AD recommendation

Hi,

Can someone please PM me the details of a recommended AD who can provide a good discount.

Btw, what does AD stand for?

I'm in Singapore until Tuesday morning, so if anybody can quickly PM me the details I'd be most appreciative!

[Oceanklassik]

AD = A-thorised D-ealer

Try Sincere Fine Watches or Hour Glass or Cortina

[jonchar]

Sorry for bringing up this thread, but if someone can pm me the local AD with good discount or any reliable grey dealers will be greatly appreciated. Im looking at the IWC Portofino. Thanks

[edsim]

Grey Market

at least from my experience with RM, if u send in a watch dated or undated and claim warranty for any faults, they will run a check with the AD on the sale date. if it's past warranty period, that whatever date would not hold its warranty. it's the policy of present local ADs to date the watches they sell (at least for Richmont brands).

just to add on if u don't mind on the issue of buying from grey dealers. i'm still of the view that a grey dealer is a better buy. take the BP for eg. New is about 13k. They don't increase price, unlike local AD. Watch repairs are not so scary like expensive cars. worst case u get a 2k job if it's a serious fault which still would be much cheaper than the local AD. If im not wrong, the BP u got was 19 to 20k considering the recent price increase and discount reduction. also, the odds of breaking down are very slim and the ones from the reputable dealers here should have valid warranty. anyway, with or without, it'll still save u a few k.

my take is as long as the watch is easily available, rolexes, pams, BPs, why not? but it's just my view and hope you don't take it personally but just another option for u should u intend to buy a popular watch again. i got friends who pay quite a bit more for daytonas and pams and i see so many lying around in forums. it's always puzzling but i know there are ppl who just prefer this option and i respect that.

Talking about grey market, can you enlighten more on possible RECON pieces from grey market???

Many thanks

[J2innet]

Local AD, I still manage to get 28% to 30% from them. Cash and carry.

But end of the day, I still buy from grey market. Because sometimes I got 40%.

Just order a IW 356806, still waiting for it.

Hi bro, don't mind recommend me to your AD.
Many thx in advance

[Dfive]

I got a full 30% off prior to IWC increasing all watches 1K a year or so ago...?.... they had said 20%, but I argued the point and said last week it had an RRP of 11800..... now you want 12800.....
I said if you want the sale this minute I want the old price 11800 minus 20% Or I walk..... He talked to the Store Mgr and I got the price I wanted

( My 14 years in retail management and knowing the margins ( and tricks ) on most things on Earth I get what I want. )

Happy days getting 30% of an IWC

[jonchar]

Was offered a 25% off a local AD recently.

[edsim]

I will be PMing u very shortly!!!

Was offered a 25% off a local AD recently.

[Rolex01]

I got a full 30% off prior to IWC increasing all watches 1K a year or so ago...?.... they had said 20%, but I argued the point and said last week it had an RRP of 11800..... now you want 12800.....
I said if you want the sale this minute I want the old price 11800 minus 20% Or I walk..... He talked to the Store Mgr and I got the price I wanted

( My 14 years in retail management and knowing the margins ( and tricks ) on most things on Earth I get what I want. )

Happy days getting 30% of an IWC

Did you managed to get same discount with your new purchases Rolex as read from other thread?

[jparker]

Was offered a 25% off a local AD recently.

Hi

Which ad offer 25%? Tks!