Chrono Cockpit part 2

[Wakali]

After learning that the AD is true telling about the chrono cockpit, short story. My wife is looking at 2 watches and trying to decide wich one to get (Omega seamster reduced and Chrono cockpit). She's getting more attracted to the Breitling. So we went to an AD, Glendale, CA. Tried on a few watches and she spotted a black dial with silver sub-dial. It turned out to be pre-owned, mint condition. They told us that it had papers, was bought from them and it should be fairly new 'coz the model came out on 2006. Well, there was no papers. They are offering us 24 months store warranty, $2900 OTD. They wouldn't give more discount. They'll try to get the papers and call us, it's been 2 days with no call. They lied on 1 occassion and told the truth on another.

Do you guys think this is a fair deal? Should I trust this dealer or move on and not risk the money we are gonna spend?

I'd appreiciate your input, thanks in advance.

[Scott D]

Hey Wakali,

So the first question - is it on a strap or bracelet? A BNIB Chrono Cockpit retails for 3570 on strap & 4440 on bracelet. A 2 year store warranty is pretty good - matches a Breitling mfr warranty. Personally, if you're buying from an AD I wouldn't worry about the papers unless you're looking at future resale, and you can probably get the COSC from Breitling. So assuming it's on SS bracelet, that's 35% off. I've not seen too many new discounts past 20, maybe 25% so you're getting a slightly better deal. IF he can get the papers & has the box and is in mint condition I'd go for it. Sounds like a deal. If the papers aren't there, maybe. Depends on if you think you'll be selling soon or if she's the type to keep a watch forever.

If they don't have the papers, I'd try to get a little better deal. You can tell them it's because the 2900 price included the papers so they say, so they should reduce it if not.

Good luck!

[Wakali]

It's on a bracelet Scott. I'll still try to get more discount. I'll call them today. Thanks a lot for your input. Thanks a lot for this forum.

[Scott D]

Hey, no problem pal!

Hope it works out to your liking.. And should you get it - don't forget to pay the WTF commission.. Of course payable in pictures!!!! ;D