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Mrs. MC · Nov 19th, 2008, 06:22 PM

I am becoming very picky about this. I wish I could afford a Rolex right now but can't so I need a cheap but nice watch. Has anyone bought anything from the watchery or kenmar ? Are they authentic ? Any suggestions would be appreciated. I need something with a face that is about 26mm, diamonds or swarovski crystal and nickel free, preferably mother of pearl with crystal or diamond markers and a hidden clasp. What is the best low-mid range brand for watches ? Thanks

Loganz · Nov 19th, 2008, 06:38 PM

hmm..I read here on tPF that authenticwatches.com sells authentic merchandise at heavily discounted prices - sometimes I go there just to look at all the photos and get ideas of what I like. They list cartier, chopard, ebel, longines, jaeger, rolex, and many more.

Maybe you can get some inspiration from that site - at least you know they sell authentic if you see something you like.

chanel-girl · Nov 21st, 2008, 10:13 AM

I can personally vouch for the watchery.com. I bought a high end watch from them and was extremely happy with everything. They are very reliable.

maniacalmollie · Nov 21st, 2008, 11:15 AM

I believe that they are largely authentic, bought from who knows where-- probably authorized retailers who went out of business. But be aware that Cartier and many others will not offer warranty or service. Close-out watches usually have the serial numbers removed and aren't eligible for luxury-label service.

That said, I have had a couple friends buy watches from the watchery and they were happy.

lingbo105 · Nov 21st, 2008, 11:51 AM

you may want to try jomashop.com. Price is really good, but the thing is they are not authorized retailer. You are not protected.
Or you can try to find a jewellery store in your city, check out the local news paper, they always have advertising there. My husband found one store at the newspaper, and we went there, they have all high end watches, and it is authorized retailer. We bought a Omega seamaster for my husband. After discount, it is cheaper than the price list on Costco.ca, but of course it is still higher than jomashop.
I think it is a good time to buy expensive watches now. Bcz of the global economy crisis, i donot think the jewellery store is doing very well, so negotiate with them.

chaotic · Nov 21st, 2008, 03:26 PM

i really like the citizen eco watches =)

Nov 19th, 2008, 06:22 PM	#1
Mrs. MC OP Member Joined: Dec 2007 Posts: 4,093	I am still trying to buy a watch I am becoming very picky about this. I wish I could afford a Rolex right now but can't so I need a cheap but nice watch. Has anyone bought anything from the watchery or kenmar ? Are they authentic ? Any suggestions would be appreciated. I need something with a face that is about 26mm, diamonds or swarovski crystal and nickel free, preferably mother of pearl with crystal or diamond markers and a hidden clasp. What is the best low-mid range brand for watches ? Thanks
Mrs. MC OP Member Joined: Dec 2007 Posts: 4,093

Nov 21st, 2008, 11:15 AM	#4
maniacalmollie Member Joined: Aug 2007 Location: Snowy Mountains Posts: 263	I believe that they are largely authentic, bought from who knows where-- probably authorized retailers who went out of business. But be aware that Cartier and many others will not offer warranty or service. Close-out watches usually have the serial numbers removed and aren't eligible for luxury-label service. That said, I have had a couple friends buy watches from the watchery and they were happy.
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Nov 21st, 2008, 11:51 AM	#5
lingbo105 Member Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 155	you may want to try jomashop.com. Price is really good, but the thing is they are not authorized retailer. You are not protected. Or you can try to find a jewellery store in your city, check out the local news paper, they always have advertising there. My husband found one store at the newspaper, and we went there, they have all high end watches, and it is authorized retailer. We bought a Omega seamaster for my husband. After discount, it is cheaper than the price list on Costco.ca, but of course it is still higher than jomashop. I think it is a good time to buy expensive watches now. Bcz of the global economy crisis, i donot think the jewellery store is doing very well, so negotiate with them.
lingbo105 Member Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 155	Last edited by lingbo105; Nov 21st, 2008 at 12:06 PM.

Nov 21st, 2008, 03:26 PM	#6
chaotic Member Joined: Sep 2007 Location: dc&nyc Posts: 175	i really like the citizen eco watches =)
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Nov 19th, 2008, 06:38 PM	#2
Loganz raining cats & dogs Joined: Dec 2005 Location: in the doghouse Posts: 4,528	hmm..I read here on tPF that authenticwatches.com sells authentic merchandise at heavily discounted prices - sometimes I go there just to look at all the photos and get ideas of what I like. They list cartier, chopard, ebel, longines, jaeger, rolex, and many more. Maybe you can get some inspiration from that site - at least you know they sell authentic if you see something you like.

Nov 21st, 2008, 10:13 AM	#3
chanel-girl Member Joined: Jun 2007 Location: CT Posts: 930	I can personally vouch for the watchery.com. I bought a high end watch from them and was extremely happy with everything. They are very reliable.

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