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      theding
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      Hi, quick question for you experts out there.

      Ever since someone posted a picture of the Omega Grey Side of the Moon in this thread I've wanted one. Even more so since I saw one 'in the flesh' on Monday.

      I am India right now where apparently I can get legit watches for half the UK prices. Is there a catch? Is there any reason I shouldn't buy one during my trip? I'll be in Thailand next week - would I get an even better deal there?

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      • TempvsT
        Tempvs
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        Half price seems a bit to good to be true. Unless it's a Omega authorised dealer. The grey side is not as popular as the original darkside so you can get a better deal on it. Watches bought outside the EU are not VAT paid so this accounts for 20% of the saving. Getting another 20% discount is not unheard of!
        Me personally I would rather pay a bit more and have the peace of mind knowing it can be returned to the dealer if there's an issue.
        The best way to buy is on your credit card, not debit card. That way if you have an issue the card company is jointly responsible with the retailer for the product.
        The more expensive the product generally the more back up you need.

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        I am not strange. I'm just not normal!

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        • tigerpacT
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          UK prices tend to be on the higher side for watches but yeah 50% sounds like a lot.

          Make sure you get a real warranty from an AD and then you're all set!

          Not sure about Thailand vs India prices, sorry

          Beautiful choice btw!

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            theding
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            Thanks. Not as big a fan of the dark side. Plus I gave a black Bell & Ross so fancy something different.

            Thanks again for your reply.

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              mikesantor
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              Hey guys, I haven't been following the thread but I was wondering if anyone tried one of those Daluca Cordovan Nato straps? They look pretty nice. Im in the market for a new watch and am not looking to spend a ton. I was thinking,

              One of these guys: http://www.longislandwatch.com/Seiko_SNZG07K1_Watch_p/snzg07k1.htm

              With this guy: http://www.dalucastraps.com/shell-cordovan-nato-watch-strap-brandy-matte-buckle/

              I think the Cream face on that Seiko would look sweet with the brandy color Horween shell strap.

              Bang, Bang, Skeet, Skeet.

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                theding
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                For anyone interested it would appear the size of the discount in India was overstated to me. I went to an authorised dealer (for a variety of brands). They didn't have Grey Side of the Moon but did try to sell me a Panerai Luminor Marina 44 automatic for £4000. Their list price was £4700. So from what I can see with a quick Google search the prices are no better than Heathrow prices.

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                • TempvsT
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                  I am not strange. I'm just not normal!

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                  • DougNgD
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                    Realizing most of you are more into mechanical watches, anyone have any experience with the Seiko Astron line?

                    I've decided I really dislike setting the time on my watch when I travel through timezones. I'm super anal about getting the seconds and minutes hands to sync.

                    I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                    • AnesthetistA
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                      I used to have one but mine was the first gen and extremely thick. It was very handy though and was good looking.

                      IG: bluehandsslim

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                      • AnesthetistA
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                        Lol looking back at it makes me miss owning one.

                        IG: bluehandsslim

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                        • DougNgD
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                          Thanks for the input!

                          I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                          • TempvsT
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                            Mr G adjusts as it gets into new time zone by GPS and is super accurate.

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                            • DougNgD
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                              I haven't had a chance to try it on, but I'm pretty sure it's going to be too big for my 6.25" wrists. That would be my first choice though

                              I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                              • TempvsT
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                                Double Red with Wesco

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                                I am not strange. I'm just not normal!

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                                  mikesantor
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                                  Temp, specifics on those boots? I love em….

                                  Bang, Bang, Skeet, Skeet.

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                                  • ddtrashD
                                    ddtrash
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                                    @mikesantor The boots look like the WESCO Foot Patrol in Burgundy Domain leather. The boots are very nice but the Double Red SD is the star of that show!  Nice one!! @Tempvs

                                    There is no 'I' in team …............ however there are five in 'individual brilliance'.

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                                    • GraemeG
                                      Graeme
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                                      I've heard that you're meant to match your watch strap, belt and shoes. @Tempvs has gone one better with the red print on the Rolex. (Nice piece, but I like the Mille at the top of the page better.)

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                                      • TempvsT
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                                        The boots are Wesco Foot Patrols in Burgandy

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                                        • GilesG
                                          Giles
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                                          Yep.  Standard burgundy Foot Patrol….

                                          http://www.ironheart.co.uk/hardware/ihtb-fp1.html

                                          "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                                            mikesantor
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                                            Thank you, gentleman.

                                            Bang, Bang, Skeet, Skeet.

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