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MCO1 · 3 June 2017, 11:37 PM

You will get the enjoyment of now! Paying above retail is an iffy proposition though because eventually the prices will come back to earth and the pre-owned price will be just below MSRP. The question is whether you will enjoy it that much and only you can answer that.

dickson1kyle · 4 June 2017, 12:21 AM

David is solid as can be- I've bought many from him, so no worries there. But perhaps wait until you can find one on TRF for a bit less? I wouldn't pay over list either, as I see patience as a virtue in watch world. These things fluctuate in price anywhere up to 10% depending on the time of year and demand. Times are good and the great sellers we trust appear to be a bit less flexible in their negotiations right now. I say get on the list, but keep an eye out for a few months. Prices will move, and you never want to be upside down in a watch, at least not by much. These are all just my personal opinions, as I am very open in saying that I'm conscious with my money and try to be very smart in how I buy a luxury watch.

youthagainsttt · 4 June 2017, 12:22 AM

I'd get it from a grey market dealer and get it secondhand from a trusted shop

This way if you ever decide to sell it you'd lose a much lower amount

outtatime · 4 June 2017, 12:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dera

From Australia, much easier/cheaper to take a vacation in Doha/Dubai. Save a few thousand from DSW prices, and DOH has them in stock all the time.

Really? That significant of a price difference?

rmlovett1 · 4 June 2017, 01:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cloitus

They said between 1-2 years. I've been on the list a few months

For $600, if really I wanted it....NO DOUBT, I'd buy it asap.

Boaters · 4 June 2017, 01:22 AM

It is up to you on the wait but as far as DavidSW I have had multiple dealings with him and it only gets better he is the best!

Saoirse32 · 4 June 2017, 02:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lol-x

You will get a great watch from David.
I suggest you get it now...
Or if you want to wait for an indefinite period and don't mind that level of uncertain then you should wait.
Just remember there may be a price increase at your AD when they finally give you the call that they have the watch for you.

^^^YUP. And David is the best IMO.

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SeaDweller50 · 4 June 2017, 02:22 AM

Buy it now ffs. Who knows what's in store tomorrow. Enjoy it now. Why wait a year, or two? Go for it. David is the man. He'll look after you.

ttomczak · 4 June 2017, 02:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cloitus

Hi, I am looking to purchase from DavidSW very soon, here from AUS. I will be getting a hulk. Problem it is $600AU above retail including the bank currency conversion (3%), shipping and exchange rate.

In your opinion should I pay the extra for the hulk and get the watch early next week, or wait for my name to get called on the list (i'm on the list for all the local watch shops in Brisbane). I always thought paying was above retail was a foolish move, but am actually considering it.

Would the hulk be worth the extra cash or should i wait it out with my SubC date & polar 40mm explorer ii.

Kind regards, Cloitus.

Doesn't sound like a question about buying from David, but more like can I get it now and pay the tariff, or wait till you can get it locally.

This is a decision totally up to you.

RC Harris · 4 June 2017, 02:56 AM

If you want it and you can afford it, buy it. Two years is a really long time to wait.
Randy

mercman · 4 June 2017, 03:14 AM

Wait.

You may not have to wait that long. Also, you will have a brand new watch with your name on the warranty.

yessir69 · 4 June 2017, 03:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

If it's worth $600 to have it now, then yes

That about sums it up...

SeaDweller50 · 4 June 2017, 07:30 AM

They'll probably be a price increase before hand anyway. Go for it.

zengineer · 4 June 2017, 10:55 AM

Divide $600 by the number of days you'll wear it in the next year...is it worth that to rent it for a day?

Halothane · 4 June 2017, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joli160

And get a free holiday as well from what you save.

I'd never pay over list, would feel robbed and kills the enjoyment of a new watch

^ this ^
It's readily available in the U.S. from what I have seen lately. I would call around and negotiate on one out of Australia. Use the money you save to take a trip to pick it up, have a little vacation and wear it back home!

Intense5 · 15 September 2018, 05:59 AM

Does anyone know how to contact DavidSW?

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nick800 · 15 September 2018, 06:02 AM

Pay it. I bought one at a slight premium. It was worth it to me for a few reasons. One was not having to play the stupid AD game of if I’m worthy enough or not. It’s a great piece. I’ve bought a few watches from David.

Texasjim · 15 September 2018, 06:08 AM

He is a great guy to deal with. I’ve bought a couple of watches from him. It’s all up to you if you want to pay over retail though...

Intense5 · 15 September 2018, 06:09 AM

Is he on here as DavidSW?

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Seibei · 15 September 2018, 06:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cloitus

Hi, I am looking to purchase from DavidSW very soon, here from AUS. I will be getting a hulk. Problem it is $600AU above retail including the bank currency conversion (3%), shipping and exchange rate.

In your opinion should I pay the extra for the hulk and get the watch early next week, or wait for my name to get called on the list (i'm on the list for all the local watch shops in Brisbane). I always thought paying was above retail was a foolish move, but am actually considering it.

Would the hulk be worth the extra cash or should i wait it out with my SubC date & polar 40mm explorer ii.

Kind regards, Cloitus.

If you really have to have the watch, then pay the extra. That is probably the only way to get this watch. Don't obsess about paying over MSRP. Some people here spend tens of thousands of $ to build relationships with dealers, buying jewelry and watches that they don't really want, just to avoid paying slightly over MSRP for a watch. That does not make any sense.

You already have nice Rolex watches. Are you buying watches to collect them or wear them? I only have one Rolex and the reason is that there is only space for one watch on my wrist. A watch in storage somewhere is no good to me.

Air Rescue 5 · 15 September 2018, 06:48 AM

I have no advice on whether or not you should pay a premium. I received a watch from David earlier this week. He exceeded my expectations.

Air Rescue 5 · 15 September 2018, 06:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Intense5

Does anyone know how to contact DavidSW?

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Check the contact page on his website. I called the number and he answered, twice.

GTC · 15 September 2018, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by exador

Erm...you guys realise this post is from June ‘17 don’t you? I think it’s a little late to be advising OP

Didn't notice. Deleted

exador · 15 September 2018, 06:50 AM

Erm...you guys realise this post is from June ‘17 don’t you? I think it’s a little late to be advising OP

Snow-Dweller · 15 September 2018, 06:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by exador

Erm...you guys realise this post is from June ‘17 don’t you? I think it’s a little late to be advising OP

Yeah. There’s been a lot of unholy thread resurrection recently.

jcdeng · 15 September 2018, 07:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by exador

erm...you guys realise this post is from june ‘17 don’t you? I think it’s a little late to be advising op

lmao.

nch209 · 15 September 2018, 07:36 AM

Only you can decide whether you want to pay over. That said, David, along with some of the other heavy hitters are great to work with. Bought and sold with David, and each time is SUPER easy and chill. That alone is worth something...

HL65 · 15 September 2018, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nch209

Only you can decide whether you want to pay over. That said, David, along with some of the other heavy hitters are great to work with. Bought and sold with David, and each time is SUPER easy and chill. That alone is worth something...

Given it was well over a year ago hopefully he decided by now.

Pmt2 · 15 September 2018, 07:44 AM

I say go for it! Life is too short to wait! I love my hulk. I also got mine from Davidsw.

HL65 · 15 September 2018, 07:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pmt2

I say go for it! Life is too short to wait! I love my hulk. I also got mine from Davidsw.

Life’s not that short if this thread is alive 15 months later.

15 September 2018, 06:08 AM	#48
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15 September 2018, 07:36 AM	#57
nch209 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Nathan Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 2,775	Only you can decide whether you want to pay over. That said, David, along with some of the other heavy hitters are great to work with. Bought and sold with David, and each time is SUPER easy and chill. That alone is worth something... __________________ nch209

3 June 2017, 11:37 PM	#31
MCO1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Missouri USA Watch: Daytona C white Posts: 2,248	You will get the enjoyment of now! Paying above retail is an iffy proposition though because eventually the prices will come back to earth and the pre-owned price will be just below MSRP. The question is whether you will enjoy it that much and only you can answer that.

4 June 2017, 12:21 AM	#32
dickson1kyle "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: West TN Watch: Submariner 14060 Posts: 13	David is solid as can be- I've bought many from him, so no worries there. But perhaps wait until you can find one on TRF for a bit less? I wouldn't pay over list either, as I see patience as a virtue in watch world. These things fluctuate in price anywhere up to 10% depending on the time of year and demand. Times are good and the great sellers we trust appear to be a bit less flexible in their negotiations right now. I say get on the list, but keep an eye out for a few months. Prices will move, and you never want to be upside down in a watch, at least not by much. These are all just my personal opinions, as I am very open in saying that I'm conscious with my money and try to be very smart in how I buy a luxury watch.

4 June 2017, 12:22 AM	#33
youthagainsttt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: HK Watch: Piaget,Rolex,AP,HB Posts: 1,040	I'd get it from a grey market dealer and get it secondhand from a trusted shop This way if you ever decide to sell it you'd lose a much lower amount

4 June 2017, 01:22 AM	#36
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	It is up to you on the wait but as far as DavidSW I have had multiple dealings with him and it only gets better he is the best!

4 June 2017, 02:22 AM	#38
SeaDweller50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Sandy Location: England. Watch: 14060M 2 liner Posts: 3,204	Buy it now ffs. Who knows what's in store tomorrow. Enjoy it now. Why wait a year, or two? Go for it. David is the man. He'll look after you.

4 June 2017, 02:56 AM	#40
RC Harris "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 5	If you want it and you can afford it, buy it. Two years is a really long time to wait. Randy

4 June 2017, 03:14 AM	#41
mercman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Scotland Watch: 126660 D-Blue Posts: 226	Wait. You may not have to wait that long. Also, you will have a brand new watch with your name on the warranty.

4 June 2017, 07:30 AM	#43
SeaDweller50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Sandy Location: England. Watch: 14060M 2 liner Posts: 3,204	They'll probably be a price increase before hand anyway. Go for it.

4 June 2017, 10:55 AM	#44
zengineer "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Michigan Posts: 4,588	Divide $600 by the number of days you'll wear it in the next year...is it worth that to rent it for a day?

15 September 2018, 05:59 AM	#46
Intense5 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: michigan Posts: 114	Does anyone know how to contact DavidSW? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

15 September 2018, 06:02 AM	#47
nick800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 1,581	Pay it. I bought one at a slight premium. It was worth it to me for a few reasons. One was not having to play the stupid AD game of if I’m worthy enough or not. It’s a great piece. I’ve bought a few watches from David.

15 September 2018, 06:09 AM	#49
Intense5 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: michigan Posts: 114	Is he on here as DavidSW? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

15 September 2018, 06:48 AM	#51
Air Rescue 5 Banned Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Los Angeles Watch: GMT MII Posts: 247	I have no advice on whether or not you should pay a premium. I received a watch from David earlier this week. He exceeded my expectations.

15 September 2018, 06:50 AM	#54
exador Banned Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: NZ Posts: 2,600	Erm...you guys realise this post is from June ‘17 don’t you? I think it’s a little late to be advising OP

15 September 2018, 07:44 AM	#59
Pmt2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,145	I say go for it! Life is too short to wait! I love my hulk. I also got mine from Davidsw.

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