Any risk in buying a Seiko off of amazon?
Hey Watchcrunch gang! Looking at this Seiko which typically retails for $575 but is on sale at amazon for $420. Any reason to avoid this deal? If this was a much larger watch purchase like omega rolex i'd go boutique or AD route but for this I feel it is fine. What are your opinions?
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It’s completely safe purchasing watches from Amazon(grey market), but make sure to read reviews on the seller. Double check that they accept returns just in case.
I‘ve never had a problem buying from Amazon, including a few Seikos. Prices often fluctuate on Amazon and some good deals can be found. Like mentioned above, just be sure of the return policy.
Always a good choice, usually get free shipping and most have free returns. Great way to check watches or just about anything. I been doing it for years👍
Nothing wrong with Amazon, but beware of the seller you buy it from. Often if Amazon is the seller then you will have a better return and refund policy. Read the reviews for the seller and choose.
If you go to a Seiko AD, you can still find this model for a similar price for around 25% discount surely since open-heart models tend to be not so popular and usually have good discounts. Plus you can try the watch on and also get a proper warranty from Seiko. If you buy off Amazon, the warranty is a hit and miss, maybe covered by third party and not directly by Seiko.