47th Street Dealers

[honuswagner13]

My wife and I are looking to venture over to 47th Street and check out some watches that are on display at various grey dealers .

What are some dealers other board members can recommend to go check out? I was looking at Avi and Co, Wrist Aficionado, Sky Diamonds.

I’m not going to waste my time currently at the AP and Rolex boutiques. Why go look at empty cases and hear the same story over and over.

[mbc]

Avi is nice — high end showroom, FYI, they do collect contact info before allowing you in secured area.

[Potawatomi]

I've purchased 2 APs from Avi&Co. They are great

[huncho]

motion in time has a huge inventory. honestly just go into any of the stores until you find what you're looking for. they're all pretty good there

[fspfsp]

Walking down 47th, you can see every make and model! These are from about a year and half ago.

[maciej]

Originally Posted by huncho

motion in time has a huge inventory. honestly just go into any of the stores until you find what you're looking for. they're all pretty good there

They're also astronomically priced lol

In reality I'd recommend as you do the walk, go into the actual exchanges. You'll find some interesting pieces when you venture inside. The top players are no longer located at street level though, those are ones you need to get appointments with.

One correction, Wrist Aficionado is about 15 blocks up from 47th, so for planning purposes take that into account.

[huncho]

Originally Posted by maciej

They're also astronomically priced lol

In reality I'd recommend as you do the walk, go into the actual exchanges. You'll find some interesting pieces when you venture inside. The top players are no longer located at street level though, those are ones you need to get appointments with.

One correction, Wrist Aficionado is about 15 blocks up from 47th, so for planning purposes take that into account.

definitely overpriced but sounds like op wants to go see some watches in the flesh so in that case any store will do. i don't think anyone expects to go there and get a bargain though. those guys are like vultures there lol

[honuswagner13]

Originally Posted by huncho

definitely overpriced but sounds like op wants to go see some watches in the flesh so in that case any store will do. i don't think anyone expects to go there and get a bargain though. those guys are like vultures there lol

Correct, I just want to see a few AP and Rolex models that interest me. I’ve only seen them in various catalogs and online videos. I want to see them in person and try them on.

Once I know the exact model I want, then I’ll search online to get the best possible price.

We shall see.

[TooWoundUp]

Originally Posted by honuswagner13

Correct, I just want to see a few AP and Rolex models that interest me. I’ve only seen them in various catalogs and online videos. I want to see them in person and try them on.

Once I know the exact model I want, then I’ll search online to get the best possible price.

We shall see.

47th street is great for that. Generally, motion in time, Avi and Co, Sky Diamonds, midtown watches are all great for that. But terrible if you actually want to buy something

[uniqueMR]

Avi&Co.

[Kittayos]

Avi&co is great for sure but nothing is ever a good deal there imo.

[uniqueMR]

Originally Posted by Kittayos

Avi&co is great for sure but nothing is ever a good deal there imo.

Seller's market !!

[fsprow]

Have purchased several watches on 47th Street. Need to know the market, be clear about your objective, check papers carefully and be quick about it.

My favorite is Gabriel at Watches Off Fifth. Honest, nice fellow.

[Rogerab]

You can buy a watch there if you really know the details of the piece and the market price. They can often be competitive, but it takes work.

[honuswagner13]

I guess I’m making an assumption here, but if I’m from PA and buying in NY, I shouldn’t have to pay sales tax on the grey market, correct?

I’ll just voluntarily file and pay Use tax.

[maciej]

Originally Posted by honuswagner13

I guess I’m making an assumption here, but if I’m from PA and buying in NY, I shouldn’t have to pay sales tax on the grey market, correct?

I’ll just voluntarily file and pay Use tax.

It depends, better not to discuss that on a public forum.

[honuswagner13]

Heading to 47th street on Friday. Very excited to see some watches in person. Going to visit most of the dealers listed in this thread. Can’t wait!!

[TunaTuna]

47th street is great for looking, ONLY looking. Try all the cool stuff on, then find the best deal from trusted sellers around the net

[Sleepy996]

Bought my carbon AP from Roman at Avi&Co and had a really good experience.

[honuswagner13]

Originally Posted by TunaTuna

47th street is great for looking, ONLY looking. Try all the cool stuff on, then find the best deal from trusted sellers around the net

This is the plan!!

[fsprow]

Originally Posted by honuswagner13

Heading to 47th street on Friday. Very excited to see some watches in person. Going to visit most of the dealers listed in this thread. Can’t wait!!

Probably old fashioned, but I don't consider it ethical to try things on when you have no intention of considering their purchase.

[Ap3100]

Originally Posted by honuswagner13

Heading to 47th street on Friday. Very excited to see some watches in person. Going to visit most of the dealers listed in this thread. Can’t wait!!

Friday is the worst day to go a lot of the shops will be closed and will be a ghost town by 3pm if you plan on going Friday suggest you go extra early

[honuswagner13]

Originally Posted by Ap3100

Friday is the worst day to go a lot of the shops will be closed and will be a ghost town by 3pm if you plan on going Friday suggest you go extra early

Thanks for the heads up. We arrive at 10am, we should be good.

[honuswagner13]

Originally Posted by fsprow

Probably old fashioned, but I don't consider it ethical to try things on when you have no intention of considering their purchase.

If the price is right, I will purchase.

I don’t consider the ADs ethical having all these storefronts with empty cases, waiting lists that may or may not exist, bundling watches that no one wants or spending huge $$$ that may or may not boost your odds in getting the model you want. Just my 2 cents.

[edisonstar23]

Originally Posted by honuswagner13

Correct, I just want to see a few AP and Rolex models that interest me. I’ve only seen them in various catalogs and online videos. I want to see them in person and try them on.

Once I know the exact model I want, then I’ll search online to get the best possible price.

We shall see.

That’s the best thing to do. I do the same before purchasing. All 47th St dealers way overcharge for their stock at least 2K-13k. It’s ridiculous!!!

Go there use them and bounce!!! Every time I go there I feel dirty of the kind of animals they are when it comes to selling and trying to low ball you for what you wearing.


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[edisonstar23]

Originally Posted by fsprow

Probably old fashioned, but I don't consider it ethical to try things on when you have no intention of considering their purchase.

Go there and you won’t feel bad trying on their stuff… most of the dealers I’ve met are very curd and almost like not interested in your business in the first place.


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[cascavel]

Originally Posted by honuswagner13

If the price is right, I will purchase.

I don’t consider the ADs ethical having all these storefronts with empty cases, waiting lists that may or may not exist, bundling watches that no one wants or spending huge $$$ that may or may not boost your odds in getting the model you want. Just my 2 cents.

Go knowing what model you want and what condition you want it in. If you want to trade a watch of yours as partial payment bring all the paperwork with you. Know what you want for your watch in trade. Figure out what is the most you are willing to pay for the watch you want in the condition you want including your trade.
If you act like a gawker who has no knowledge of watches and isn't really interested in buying anything, you will be treated as such.
If you make a specific proposal and act like you mean business you will be treated like a legitimate counter party who isn't there wasting time.
Don't be afraid to walk away if you aren't close on the deal you want.
Don't go to 47th St. looking for vintage watches, and don't try to trade in a vintage watch. Nothing older than 2000.

[honuswagner13]

I appreciate all the advice and comments.

I will update my experience when I return on Saturday.

I'm really looking forward to it. I guess I will know what watch I want, once I put it on my wrist. I'll pursue the desired piece at that point.