Watchlopnik Question

"scoob" (scoobsti)
05/20/2016 at 13:36 • Filed to: None

Has anyone ever bought a watch off of Amazon? I’m interested in buying one from them (mainly because I can pick it up at a Locker rather than FedEx/UPS/USPS losing my shit) but there are occasional reviews of fake ones. Should I just avoid Amazon, save up for another couple months and then buy from the brand itself?

And yes, I like minimal watches rather than the big, bulky, super-mechanical ones you guys have.

Come at me.

DISCUSSION (29)

For Sweden > scoob
05/20/2016 at 13:40

If the seller is Amazon.com, you will be fine.

Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras > scoob
05/20/2016 at 13:43

Depends on the seller. If it’s an actual name brand company selling thru amazon or amazon themseld, you should be fine

scoob > For Sweden
05/20/2016 at 13:44

OK, guess I’ll be looking elsewhere haha. Thanks.

For Sweden > scoob
05/20/2016 at 13:47

The sneaky secret about Amazon is the Marketplace, which is just like eBay’s Buy It Now, even if Amazon does the shipping. Sometimes you buy something from Amazon, sometimes it’s directly from the company, and sometimes it’s from a guy clearing out his stuff. You will always know who the seller is however.

scoob > Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras
05/20/2016 at 13:48

Thanks, just looked through the ones I was interested in. None are from Amazon themselves.

Somethin' 'bout a truck > scoob
05/20/2016 at 13:49

I’m with you on your choice in watches.

Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras > scoob
05/20/2016 at 13:50

Welp, go to a store

itschrome > scoob
05/20/2016 at 13:51

just make sure you buy from a good vendor. if it’s a actual brand watch make sure there is serial numbers provided so you can registered them with the maker, if any issues arise return it. amazon makes that very easy it’s almost no risk.

scoob > itschrome
05/20/2016 at 13:52

Thanks! Might try this.

itschrome > scoob
05/20/2016 at 14:08

what are you looking at by the way? got some links? I love watches!

Ferdinand Adlersflügel > scoob
05/20/2016 at 14:10

If you like what is pictured, it is a Daniel Wellington, and I think they sell them on Amazon.

Sneaky Pete > scoob
05/20/2016 at 14:15

I bought one off Amazon for my dad’s bday present earlier this year. I liked it so much I bought myself one. Had no issues whatsoever. (It was quite a bit cheaper when I bought it last year).

http://www.amazon.com/Zeppelin-Autom…

FiST of FuRRY > scoob
05/20/2016 at 14:40

I bought a few Seikos on Amazon, no complaints. 3 actually, including a 2nd gen Monster.

Sadly, Seiko doesn’t sell the cool ones (I love automatic watches) in the U.S., so you must go “grey market” (third party buys them to sell to us). The last one I bought was a $350 Seiko Presage that was sold to the Japanese market (has kanji/english day/date wheel). Great watch and very authentic. And, I also had it shipped to a Amazon Locker, no worries there.

The key to getting what you want is taking the time to research the seller’s feedback like another comment stated. I would rather pay a little more for a seller with better feedback, just sayin...

scoob > Ferdinand Adlersflügel
05/20/2016 at 14:42

Yup I am looking at them, but some of them have reviews of fake products.

scoob > itschrome
05/20/2016 at 14:45

I’m looking at Daniel Wellington, one of which is pictured above. The prices on Amazon are pretty much half of what the retail price is, so that’s another reason why I’m skeptic. No idea if this link will work.

MUSASHI66 > scoob
05/20/2016 at 14:51

Buy from amazon - of fake, just return it. I bought my Tag Heuer, my Wenger, my G Shocks, few Seikos, few Skagens....no issues at all.

itschrome > scoob
05/20/2016 at 15:01

Oh that’s a fun summer watch. I wouldn’t worry about it, 3rd party sell but fulfilled by amazon. This is almost no risk. Also no one fakes a Daniel Wellington, that’s like faking an invicta it doesn’t happen no money in it.

Patrick George > scoob
05/20/2016 at 15:15

I just bought a Timex Weekender (~$60) off Amazon because I’m going to Morocco in a few months and didn’t want to take my nice watch. The Timex showed up right when I thought it would and was in great shape. I’m wearing it now and am very pleased.

PushToStart > Patrick George
05/20/2016 at 15:56

#sponsored

(jk <33333)

benchslap > scoob
05/20/2016 at 16:12

I’ve never had an issue with anything, including $5k+ items, on Amazon. If you have any issues, they will make it right.

Patrick George > PushToStart
05/20/2016 at 17:33

Lol, I think I did get it on Kinja deals...

PushToStart > Patrick George
05/20/2016 at 19:39

I actually think I remember seeing that deal advertised at one point. Can't blame you, $60 is $60!

Chasaboo > scoob
05/20/2016 at 23:25

I bought a Panerai looking watch on Amazon for $45 for my brother, regularly it goes for $90. The thing is amazing! Doesn’t really look like a Panerai, but close, and people love the thing when they see it. Well built. Heavy, and keeps good time.

There are some good finds on Amazon if you make the effort.

PushToStart > scoob
05/22/2016 at 13:38

Kinja'd!!!

I clicked the link the other day to see the listing for the watch you are looking at and now LITERALLY EVERY FUCKING AD ON MY PHONE IS FOR THIS DAMN WATCH. THANK YOU.

scoob > PushToStart
05/22/2016 at 13:39

!!! UNKNOWN CONTENT TYPE !!!

Clear history, maybe?

PushToStart > scoob
05/22/2016 at 13:42

Yeah but then I have to re-sign-in to Kinja which is a royal pain in the ass, I’d rather just look at the damn watch ads lol

scoob > PushToStart
05/22/2016 at 13:44

Better than dildo ads!

PushToStart > scoob
05/22/2016 at 13:46

Except that one is unavoidable because its shared from Kinja deals or whatever... I got it the other day. At least the illustration is clever!

itranthelasttimeiparkedit > PushToStart
08/08/2016 at 09:03

Yeah that happened to me too.

Regarding OP, do it. I really want to get a nato band watch so I can get a bunch of straps to swap. I like the simple ones too, the 2 watches I have that I wear are both simple with leather bands