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Re: Internet purchase of Auto Seamaster

I am in the exact same situation as KT.

Will Omega service a timepiece if the serial numbers are intact but it was purchased on the grey market? Also, I've heard conflicting reports on Costco - are the numbers buffed off or not?

Gary Hahn, any chance you would share the info?

I am sold on a SMP midsize auto, I just don't know if 15% off by my local authorized dealer is enough to statisfy me.

Thanks in advance,

Larry

I'm in the market for the James Bond Seamaster
: Midsize. I haven't yet decided between auto
: or quartz. I would like to purchase through
: authorized dealer, but the discounts of
: 35-40% is quite tempting.
: Has anyone had a problem buying through an
: unauthorized dealer? ANy warranty issues or
: anything? Anyone had a problem, activated
: the dealer's warranty and had problems with
: that?
: Originally the auto was too expensive for my
: budget, but with the huge discounts i would
: be able to afford it. Is it a bad idea to
: buy an automatic watch and not have
: manufacturer's warranty?
: anyhow, does anyone have any suggestions of
: online dealers? i have found
: timelypieces.com, prestigetime.com,
: authenticwatches.com. are these reputable
: places? any help would be very beneficial,
: thanks a lot!

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