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I think I'm with you. Over the years, I've found that going for the absolute lowest price isn't always the best option for me. When I decided to plunk down my money for an Omega, I elected to go with a local Omega dealer that would be there if I had a problem, backed the product with the full manufacturer's warranty plus a free warranty expension from the dealer, and sold me a watch with the legitimate serial number. They even adjusted the bracelet on two different occasions, until I was satisfied with a perfect fit. I also feel a certain obligation to supporting official US importers of foreign products, but that's another story.
Did I pay full retail price for my watch? No way! I got the dealer to lower the price the old fashioned way - I dickered with him. Contrary to popular belief, established (MSRP) prices are not written in stone and are often inflated. Most American shoppers are used to set prices and pay them without realizing that they could get a better deal. It paid off for me by lowering the price of the watch by more than $250, and the dealer was still happy to make the sale. Give it a try. Be creative. You might be surprised at the result.
Randy Holst
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