Chronext ?
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J4CKO

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45,737 posts

222 months

Sunday 24th February 2019
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Anyone ordered from them, are the legit, they have the Tag I fancy at £770 (RRP £1050) so is that too good to be true or can I order with confidence ?

https://www.chronext.co.uk/tag-heuer/formula-1/waz...

PJ S

10,842 posts

249 months

Monday 25th February 2019
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J4CKO

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45,737 posts

222 months

Monday 25th February 2019
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PJ S said:
Yes, I did a bit of googling, I am quite lazy, but not that lazy and was happy with what I saw but was interested in whether any of the esteemed watch enthusiasts on here have had any dealings.

Also, their prices seem very good so if they are all on the level perhaps worth other members taking a look for their next purchase.

That link explains the background but not what they are like to deal with and if anyone has had any issues.


PJ S

10,842 posts

249 months

Monday 25th February 2019
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You question was “are they legit?”, which that link and others would’ve satisfied your curiosity, and there are reviews (not looked at any) on Trustpilot, which was the 3rd hit or only a bit further down.
In other words, searching just on the name alone would’ve given you the answers you sought, which is all part of doing one’s due diligence.
But a TAG Heuer? Really? redcard

J4CKO

Original Poster:

45,737 posts

222 months

Monday 25th February 2019
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PJ S said:
You question was “are they legit?”, which that link and others would’ve satisfied your curiosity, and there are reviews (not looked at any) on Trustpilot, which was the 3rd hit or only a bit further down.
In other words, searching just on the name alone would’ve given you the answers you sought, which is all part of doing one’s due diligence.
But a TAG Heuer? Really? redcard
Yes, have wanted one for years and am now in a position to purchase a modest example, rightly or wrongly, am not going to buy something I haven’t been planning to buy for ages as some can be a bit sniffy about them. I may get something else at some point but some always has an opinion positive or negative, but mine is the one that counts !

I get it Chronext are on the level, I did kind of work that out but was interested in if anyone off here had used them and what their experiences were like, am new, and a bit wary of ordering fairly expensive watches via the internet.




lostkiwi

4,585 posts

146 months

Monday 25th February 2019
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PJ S said:
But a TAG Heuer? Really? redcard
What's wrong with a Tag?
At least it's rarer than a Rolex....

SturdyHSV

10,343 posts

189 months

Tuesday 26th February 2019
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I got my Junghans Max Bill Chronoscope from them about 6 months ago, arrived brand new as described etc and delivered quickly and packaged well.

Would certainly use again, I'd PM you the discount code I got post purchase but it's expired now!



Edited by SturdyHSV on Tuesday 26th February 00:32

ColdoRS

1,897 posts

149 months

Tuesday 26th February 2019
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I’ve bought from them a couple of times now - both positive however, depending on the piece you buy, delivery can be slow - I was waiting almost 3 weeks for a moonwatch.

PJ S

10,842 posts

249 months

Tuesday 26th February 2019
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lostkiwi said:
PJ S said:
But a TAG Heuer? Really? redcard
What's wrong with a Tag?
At least it's rarer than a Rolex....
You should know by now that the brand takes a ribbing on here, for a variety of (justified) reasons.

AlleyCat

811 posts

193 months

Tuesday 26th February 2019
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PJ S said:
lostkiwi said:
PJ S said:
But a TAG Heuer? Really? redcard
What's wrong with a Tag?
At least it's rarer than a Rolex....
You should know by now that the brand takes a ribbing on here, for a variety of (justified) reasons.
I don't see why it matters if it 'takes a ribbing on here' if the guy likes the watch then whats the problem? there is plenty of Tag threads on this forum so clearly there is also a following on here.

J4CKO

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45,737 posts

222 months

Tuesday 26th February 2019
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PJ S said:
lostkiwi said:
PJ S said:
But a TAG Heuer? Really? redcard
What's wrong with a Tag?
At least it's rarer than a Rolex....
You should know by now that the brand takes a ribbing on here, for a variety of (justified) reasons.
I am aware of that and dont care, I am not a watch aficionado though am gaining an unhealthy interest.

I went to a comprehensive, my middle name is Darren, I like Stella Artois and drive a BMW, I am probably nailed on the core market for low end Tag watches biggrin I am 48 now and have worked hard to get a relatively well paying job, have no debt and feel in a position (after years of doing without due to having kids) where i can spend a grand or so on a nice (to me) watch, its a bucket list thing, and itch I have always wanted to scratch. Not everyone has four or five grand spare every few months to add a watch to the collection though I love to see them when they do.

I am not really in the realms of Rolexes, though have gained a new appreciation for them as previously thought they were for car dealers, scrap merchants, chances and wideboys until recently.

I quite like the plainer Omega Seamasters, some very nice Seikos out there whether it be a Grand Seiko or the Sarb300 someone posted the other day, am looking in to the more esoteric brands and some of the really high end ones beggar belief and loads look utterly disgusting, but its is very interesting, I am hooked I think.

My collection will now include my Tag F1 Quartz, a 25 year old Accurist Chronograph thing (has a strap fixed with a piece of my brothers skateboard) and a £10 eBay fitbit knock off.

I know its not the best watch in the world, its a Quartz "Oh Noes" but as a non watch person that kind of works as it tells the time, doesnt lose 30 seconds a day and doesnt need servicing all the time, if ever. thats my understanding, correct me if I am wrong (probably)





UnclePat

511 posts

109 months

Tuesday 26th February 2019
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A reasonable enquiry by the OP – certainly far from the most inane thread on here.

As for a quartz TAG Heuer, it’s a perfectly fine watch if that’s what the OP really wants.

Would it be what I’d personally spend the money on? No, but then I’m not the one who has to pay for it & look at it on my wrist daily.

Looking at his other thread, it’s clear he’s considered alternatives and taken opinions, as he should, but retained his conclusion that the TAG Heuer is something he’s wanted for years.

Many aspects of TAG Heuer/LMVH leave me cold, but then watch geeks are in the minority - most people just want a solid watch, with no hassle and from a notable brand name. A quartz TAG will do that job quite nicely for many years and he shouldn’t be belittled for it.

lostkiwi

4,585 posts

146 months

Tuesday 26th February 2019
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UnclePat said:
A reasonable enquiry by the OP – certainly far from the most inane thread on here.

As for a quartz TAG Heuer, it’s a perfectly fine watch if that’s what the OP really wants.

Would it be what I’d personally spend the money on? No, but then I’m not the one who has to pay for it & look at it on my wrist daily.

Looking at his other thread, it’s clear he’s considered alternatives and taken opinions, as he should, but retained his conclusion that the TAG Heuer is something he’s wanted for years.

Many aspects of TAG Heuer/LMVH leave me cold, but then watch geeks are in the minority - most people just want a solid watch, with no hassle and from a notable brand name. A quartz TAG will do that job quite nicely for many years and he shouldn’t be belittled for it.
Well said sir.

TheAngryDog

12,802 posts

231 months

Tuesday 26th February 2019
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lostkiwi said:
UnclePat said:
A reasonable enquiry by the OP – certainly far from the most inane thread on here.

As for a quartz TAG Heuer, it’s a perfectly fine watch if that’s what the OP really wants.

Would it be what I’d personally spend the money on? No, but then I’m not the one who has to pay for it & look at it on my wrist daily.

Looking at his other thread, it’s clear he’s considered alternatives and taken opinions, as he should, but retained his conclusion that the TAG Heuer is something he’s wanted for years.

Many aspects of TAG Heuer/LMVH leave me cold, but then watch geeks are in the minority - most people just want a solid watch, with no hassle and from a notable brand name. A quartz TAG will do that job quite nicely for many years and he shouldn’t be belittled for it.
Well said sir.
Seconded. I own two TAG Heuer watches and I like them, and that to me is all that matters. One I have had since 1996 the other since 2017. My Carrera Calibre 5 feels well made, looks nice and tells the time. Feels better made than my £80 Invicta which has a Seiko NH35A movement.
I aren't a fan of TAG Heuer quartz watches, but it is the watch that J4cko wanted, so all props to him for getting it.

I really dislike watch snobs.

PJ S

10,842 posts

249 months

Wednesday 27th February 2019
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I get the distinct impression there's a lot of panties in a bunch here... for the avoidance of any doubt whatsoever, the red card emoticon was very tongue-in-cheek.

TheAngryDog

12,802 posts

231 months

Wednesday 27th February 2019
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It is very difficult to convey humour over typed text unless you are very clear.

For the avoidance of doubt, this isn't said tongue in cheek.

J4CKO

Original Poster:

45,737 posts

222 months

Thursday 28th February 2019
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Anyway, can confirm Chronext are very good.

Good comms all the way through the process and watch arrived today well packed.

Cant fault them, especially as it was eighty quid cheaper than the nearest cheapest I could find.

BS62

1,975 posts

188 months

Thursday 28th February 2019
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PJ S said:
I get the distinct impression there's a lot of panties in a bunch here... for the avoidance of any doubt whatsoever, the red card emoticon was very tongue-in-cheek.
Aye but to be fair, your first and second comments (barring the last line) came across as pretty snotty. Helpful, but with a twinge of belittlement.

Very PH come to think of it. Nevermind - carry on.

hixster

354 posts

239 months

Friday 1st March 2019
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J4CKO said:
I am aware of that and dont care, I am not a watch aficionado though am gaining an unhealthy interest.

I went to a comprehensive, my middle name is Darren, I like Stella Artois and drive a BMW, I am probably nailed on the core market for low end Tag watches biggrin I am 48 now and have worked hard to get a relatively well paying job, have no debt and feel in a position (after years of doing without due to having kids) where i can spend a grand or so on a nice (to me) watch, its a bucket list thing, and itch I have always wanted to scratch. Not everyone has four or five grand spare every few months to add a watch to the collection though I love to see them when they do.
Good honest post - good on you mate - do what makes you happy thumbup