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Re: AD or internet company
In Response To: AD or internet company ()

: I've been looking at omega's for my 21st and
: noticed that intenet watch company's are
: quite substantially cheaper. I am reluctant
: to purchase from one though, as even though
: they say 100% authentic, how do you know it
: is a genuine omega. can anyone help me with
: a reliable internet company or should i not
: waste my time and go straight to an
: authorized dealer?

I have a SMP GMT that I purchased from an AD. When I had a problem with it, I sent it to Switzerland with the warranty card and it was quickly repaired and returned. I was totally satisfied. I hear to many horror stories about gray market service. I would be reluctant to buy a mechanical watch without an Omega warranty.

I have never heard of anyone having trouble with a quartz watch. When I needed a highly accurate watch for work, I decided to take a chance and buy an AT Quartz online. Although I have a "warranty", I would be afraid to use it.

For me it is AD for mechanical, online for quartz. Good luck!

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