Typical 42mm 'Planet Ocean' Discount?

[kmpowell]

Looking to buy my first Omega, but given I've never bought an Omega before I was wondering what the typical discount to expect on a 42mm PO at £2800, or the newer 42mm model at £3700?

I'm looking to buy one of the following 4:
http://www.omegawatches.com/gents/seamaster/planet...
http://www.omegawatches.com/gents/seamaster/planet...
http://www.omegawatches.com/gents/seamaster/planet...
http://www.omegawatches.com/gents/seamaster/planet...

I've managed 10% off my Rolex purchases in the past, but I've read in some places that 20-30% is the right amount to expect off a PO, is that right?

I'd like to get my ballpark figures straight before walking into Goldsmiths or EJ, for them to laugh me out of the place...

[tonytifoso]

No, you're doing it wrong!

http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

[kmpowell]

tonytifoso said:

No, you're doing it wrong!

http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

To be honest it was that thread which got me looking at POs. I don't like the Orange bezel, so I've made my choice re the style and main colour.

What I'm interested in is knowing the level of discount available for them in the current climate? etc.

[Ikemi]

kmpowell said:

tonytifoso said:

No, you're doing it wrong!

http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

To be honest it was that thread which got me looking at POs. I don't like the Orange bezel, so I've made my choice re the style and main colour.

What I'm interested in is knowing the level of discount available for them in the current climate? etc.

Me in the other thread said:

You should be able to obtain around 20% discount if you push hard, which would make the PO MKII around £3040. I'd speak to Dom H @ www.hackettwatches.com ... He is a member on here, is very well respected, and comes highly recommended ... Silly amounts of us have bought watches through him! He should be able to obtain a good price for you, which saves you from the need to haggle in a high street chain! smile

Give or take, around 20%. The MKII is in high demand, so a retailer such as Goldsmiths or EJ may not agree to such a discount. I'd speak to Dom H first and see what he can do

[kmpowell]

Thanks for the response.

A quick update, I popped into the Omega showroom this morning and I've discounted the newer £3600 watches because they are too tall for my skinny wrists (the clear back adds a good few mm), so a £2800 black bezel is my target.

So any opinions on a target discount would be appreciated? I presume with it being the older model I should be able to get a good healthy discount if I push.

Edited by kmpowell on Thursday 5th April 11:47

[Chicane-UK]

Another vote for Dom. I have never bought from him (yet!) but I approached him for a price on a Speedmaster Professional before I eventually decided to buy a pre-owned and he came in at a very favourable price.

[Ikemi]

kmpowell said:

So any opinions on a target discount would be appreciated? I presume with it being the older model I should be able to get a good healthy discount if I push.

Edited by kmpowell on Thursday 5th April 11:47

Still around 20% ... The MKI might be the 'older' model, but it's still in high demand! Hence the reason as to why it hasn't been dropped from the range

[CardShark]

From what has been typed on these pages before don't expect any discount at all from an Omega store, best stick to whatever ADs are left and Dom.

[4kingace]

CardShark said:

From what has been typed on these pages before don't expect any discount at all from an Omega store, best stick to whatever ADs are left and Dom.

When buying an Omega Constellation for the good lady after Christmas at the Omega Boutique in the Trafford Centre no discounts available, but they did throw in a full service on my Seamaster America's Cup Chrono FOC, so quite pleased with the deal.

[CardShark]

4kingace said:

CardShark said:

From what has been typed on these pages before don't expect any discount at all from an Omega store, best stick to whatever ADs are left and Dom.

When buying an Omega Constellation for the good lady after Christmas at the Omega Boutique in the Trafford Centre no discounts available, but they did throw in a full service on my Seamaster America's Cup Chrono FOC, so quite pleased with the deal.

Lack of discount aside, that's a good offer from them. They'd be looking for brand loyalty, and that's a fair way of doing it.

[jonny70]

You should be able to get 20% off.

even quidco have 16% back for Goldsmiths that stock Omega.

[Rolls]

So aim to be paying between 2.2 and 2.3 then...
Thats good to hear, as I'll be in the market for one of these come mid may as a treat for my 30th

[Jaged]

I would suggest that you find an AD with one in stock - in the window - and go in and offer -20% on a Debit card. You will not get any discount on AMEX at my AD!

I recently purchased my PO 45.5mm with the new 8500 movement and IMHO I do feel it is worth the extra due to the movement.

Again IMHO, these new movements are just the best movement, technically, that is out there for the price.

[Ballistic]

kmpowell said:

I've managed 10% off my Rolex purchases in the past.

I know we're talking about Omega discounts here (which I'm also interested to hear about as I'm after a Speedmaster Pro - from the moon to mars) but what I really wanted to know is where and how did you achieve your Rolex discounts?

I'm after a Submariner and viewed one last Saturday in Goldsmiths. Being a known customer and with it being the last day of the month and end of the first quarter, I thought they might be keen to cut a deal. I tried negotiating with the manager but to no avail - he wouldn't knock a penny off, so I walked. If I can get a 10% discount I will buy.

[kmpowell]

Ballistic said:

I know we're talking about Omega discounts here (which I'm also interested to hear about as I'm after a Speedmaster Pro - from the moon to mars) but what I really wanted to know is where and how did you achieve your Rolex discounts?

I'm after a Submariner and viewed one last Saturday in Goldsmiths. Being a known customer and with it being the last day of the month and end of the first quarter, I thought they might be keen to cut a deal. I tried negotiating with the manager but to no avail - he wouldn't knock a penny off, so I walked. If I can get a 10% discount I will buy.

I've personally never found a Goldsmiths that will give more than 5% on SS Rolex, so I always go to an Ernest Jones that's not based in an upmarket areas or upmarket shopping centers, which in turn means their potential 'walk-in' custom that can afford such high value stuff is relatively small. I always ask to speak to the manager, laying out my intentions to him/her right from the off i.e. naming a specific model/colour and paying by cash or debit card. When it comes to the haggling I find it best to say that you've read it's possible to get 10% discount by buying a single share etc (pose them the question, they very rarely deny it). Then say that if they match that discount now you'll buy it on the spot. They will counter offer by offering 5%, but push hard, stand your ground, and they will more often than not got to 10%.

As for the Omega, the most I've been offered so far is a 'free £300 service' from Omega boutiques, and 10% in Ernest Jones. I think 15% is realistic without too much bother, but 20% will be a push unless I really hassle them.

[Adam B]

These look like better discounts than mentioned above

http://lex-watches.com/omega.html

I got a very good price on my IWC from them

[toasty]

Do Goldsmiths offer discount when paying by gift card or voucher?

Through work I get 15% discount when buying these so it might amount to a significant saving.

[Ikemi]

As said previously, give Dom H @ www.hackettwatches.com a call ... Lots of us here have bought watches from him and his service is second to none I think you'll be surprised by his quote - I bet it'll be better than any of the prices mentioned above.

[Ballistic]

kmpowell said:

I've personally never found a Goldsmiths that will give more than 5% on SS Rolex, so I always go to an Ernest Jones that's not based in an upmarket areas or upmarket shopping centers, which in turn means their potential 'walk-in' custom that can afford such high value stuff is relatively small. I always ask to speak to the manager, laying out my intentions to him/her right from the off i.e. naming a specific model/colour and paying by cash or debit card. When it comes to the haggling I find it best to say that you've read it's possible to get 10% discount by buying a single share etc (pose them the question, they very rarely deny it). Then say that if they match that discount now you'll buy it on the spot. They will counter offer by offering 5%, but push hard, stand your ground, and they will more often than not got to 10%.

As for the Omega, the most I've been offered so far is a 'free £300 service' from Omega boutiques, and 10% in Ernest Jones. I think 15% is realistic without too much bother, but 20% will be a push unless I really hassle them.

Many thanks for sharing this.
It's very useful imformation (never thought of the share technique) and I will give it a try - I'll keep you posted as to how I get on.

PS. I tried a PO on today and they do feel nice.
My local AD is coming back to me next week with info on whether they can still get me a new Speedmaster Pro - from the moon to mars edition.

Good luck with the negotiations on the Omega your after.

[Ballistic]

Went into town today, shopping around for the following two watches, if purchased together:
1) Rolex 116610LV green submariner.
2) Omega 232.30.46.21.01.002 s/s bracelet orange 45.5mm Seamaster PO

I figured offering to purchase both together would get me the best deal.

Best I came away with from two AD is Rolex at list (still can't get beyond the official line of 'we can't/don't need too discount s/s sports watches') with the first service thrown in for free and 20% of the Omega.
Decided to come home and sleep on it.
Neither watch was in stock and I was quoted a couple of weeks for the Omega and anything up to 2/3 months for the Rolex.
The other AD offered the same cash deal, minus the free service, with delivery of both watches by the weekend.

Does the PH massive consider this a good deal?