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Post by andyracing on Nov 29, 2007 15:51:25 GMT -5
Hi guys - Andy here from Derby in the UK.
Firstly what a great site - have learned so much in the last 2 1/2 hours from the articles and forum.
I have my heart set on the 2254.50 SMP - Its a present to myself after (finally) passing my chartered accountancy exams. After weeks of browsing last weekend I made the never-go-back step of trying one for size. It seemed even better on than in the window!!
According to the Omega website there are 3 AD's where I live. The RRP here in the UK is £1200. As 2 of the AD's here are large chains I am guessing they won't offer any discount. The third is is a small independent so I am planning to ask for a discount there.
I am in the US in April (NYC) - the common belief in the UKis that the US is generally cheaper and what with the exchange rate being so good (for us buying) i was wondering what you guys would expect I should pick one up for in the US? If the difference is not too steep I might just get impatient and buy one this weekend!!
Cheers, Andy
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Post by Houston on Nov 29, 2007 15:59:49 GMT -5
Andy Great to see you here. Derbyshire is a particular favourite county of mine. Anyway it's always worth asking on the premise that if you don't ask, you don't get. There is a favourite AD among forum members so do watch out for a PM from me. You should be able to get something upwards of 10% at a UK AD, possibly more. The chain of ADs called Goldsmiths operate a scheme where Tesco vouchers may be exchanged at a rate of 4x their face value. The discount is deducted from MSRP of course. Hope you'll have an opportunity to have a look around here and let's talk soon Be well now ZIN Not usually shaken nor stirred ;D ;D ;D
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Post by diver88 on Nov 29, 2007 16:09:35 GMT -5
Hey Mr Andy, WELCOME thats my favorite, the 2254.50 it's a great watch, diver88 ;D
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Post by andyracing on Nov 29, 2007 16:17:28 GMT -5
Thanks for the PM and for the great pic!
Goldsmiths is one of the AD's on the Derby list - I will check out the Tesco offer - not heard about it before.
My friend has a sub - same as one reviewed on this site with the blue face and gold inserts. Its very nice but I like the very clean look of the SMP plus it is a little closer to my price range!
One thing I forgot to ask if has anyone has had any issues shipping from the US in terms of customs? I am guessing if people buy personally in the US they simply wear the watch through the airport.
Andy
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Post by Houston on Nov 29, 2007 16:29:20 GMT -5
You may wish to have the box sent separately but yes, wear the watch. If you import, you have to pay duty ( 55p ) and VAT on the total of the watch, shipping and duty. As you are heading stateside, this does not factor in. Do let us know how you get on with Goldsmiths Be well friend ZIN Not usually shaken nor stirred ;D ;D ;D
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Post by Caviarboy on Nov 29, 2007 18:54:01 GMT -5
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Post by jmsrolls on Nov 29, 2007 20:56:12 GMT -5
Wecome to the forum Andy and the 2254.50 is a great choice.
Check for a PM from me with a suggestion.
Fr. John+
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Post by timefinder on Nov 29, 2007 21:38:15 GMT -5
Very nice picture!
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Post by GJ on Nov 30, 2007 0:34:36 GMT -5
A warm welcome from me as well Andy... Here a shot JBHII made of ''The Black One''
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Post by Houston on Nov 30, 2007 3:56:45 GMT -5
Hey Mr Caviarboy Good to see you again. Hope all is going well. I must say I like your idea of treats so, come the time, we'll be looking forward to seeing what you have in mind or rather on wrist ;D ;D Be well now ZIN Not usually shaken nor stirred ;D ;D ;D
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Post by andyracing on Nov 30, 2007 4:21:15 GMT -5
Thanks for the welcome guys and great pics!
Am i right in saying that the watch is in its last year of production and thus becomming rarer?
I quite like the idea of that too!
Andy
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Post by Houston on Nov 30, 2007 4:27:30 GMT -5
You are absolutely right Andy. This one's a classic Be well now ZIN Not usually shaken nor stirred ;D ;D ;D
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Post by andyracing on Nov 30, 2007 5:11:09 GMT -5
Personally I like the black bezel and dial better than the blue - just seems to add to that classic feel. I am planning to have this as an everyday watch and, at the moment at least, it will be my only high-end watch. I know purists probably wouldn't agree but I think it goes just as well with a suit at work as it does with casual clothes. Off to the local AD to have another wear tonight with suit on to test my theory! Andy
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Post by fergie on Nov 30, 2007 7:28:39 GMT -5
Hi Andy. Zin beat me to recommending the Tesco's Clubcard vouchers. I bought my SMP using the vouchers and got a hefty price off the £1200. I also had some other help through family and some bonus from work. Unless you have some vouchers already saved up, it may take some time to save the amount to get a decent discount. But look into it, it's worth it, even for the other offers they have available. I bought the 2531.80, it's blue brother, and I can honestly say they are both great looking watches and will provide you with endless amount of smiles each time you tell the time.
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Post by andyracing on Nov 30, 2007 8:32:45 GMT -5
Just rang an AD in Nottingham not too far from me to enquire about the 2254.50 in stock.
When I hinted at discount he commented about how these are getting rarer and that he "might be able to do something but not too much". I am sure that AD's all have their own view on the best price/demand but it doesn't suggest I will get too much discount in the UK.
aNDY
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