Advice buying a new Aqua Terra

[PizzaAndCheesecake]

I’m looking to buy an Aqua Terra (38mm) on a rubber strap soon and I’m looking for some advice regarding purchasing from an AD or OB

I understand getting a discount on an omega is obtainable so I was wondering what I should be aiming for and what would be considered a good deal to be offered by either an AD or OB?

Thanks

[OrangeKenny]

OB probably won’t do straight cash discounts. Better try an AD if that’s what you are after.
I would aim for 20%, but be happy with 15%.
The boutiques might be able to get to some freebies, like an extra strap or something. But probably not equivalent to the cash savings from an AD

[CognitiveDissonance]

AFAIK ADs have a 20% cushion, so a 15-20% discount would be ideal. Might not swing that way depending on your reputation (if there is one) with the AD.

[gnuyork]

Excellent choice on the 38mm AT. Which color dial? As others have mentioned, you might be better off trying an AD first for a discount.

[HHIslander]

The OB where I live won't give any discounts on anything. All I've been offered is a strap and some schwag. I think no discounting is the standard OB policy, they do that to protect the ADs.

[Rrpdc]

Waste of time to deal with ob if you are looking for discount.

[Jack T]

A few months ago there was a thread about Omega getting very tight with discounts, no more of the days when 20% off was obtainable. I haven’t tried lately, but it may not be as much as it was.

[CognitiveDissonance]

Originally Posted by Jack T

A few months ago there was a thread about Omega getting very tight with discounts, no more of the days when 20% off was obtainable. I haven’t tried lately, but it may not be as much as it was.

I was in an AD last week and they gave like 5% off lol, pretty weak

[Thx67]

I guess it varies from region to region but the AT is often available with heavy discounts in the UK. I got over 20%. Cant remember the exact figure but I bought the bracelet at the same time and got a big discount on that as well. The huge discount will help with the secondary value of the watch. Theyre horrors to sell. Not an issue if its a "keeper" but I chose the wrong dial colour. I narrowed it down to 2 and ended up not liking my choice. When it came to selling it I really struggled. Some dealers wouldn't touch it at any price so be mindful of that when youre buying. Its a fantastic watch though so best of luck sourcing one

[wrxdev]

Be prepared to take a bath if you don not intend to keep it for a long time. I would shoot for at least 20% from an AD. But I also won't be surprised if Omega ADs have also tightened the discount rates these days.
On another note, this is a lovely watch and I wear it almost everyday. I picked this up from a grey dealer in new condition with box and papers for 30%.

[DJ2020]

I purchased a AT last year. No discount from the AD. Year before (2019) I did get a 15% discount on my PO as a veterans discount. This year I purchased the 300M chronograph and a 300M with a extra strap + a Panerai. I also received a 15% discount on all 3.
This year I too am looking to add a 38 AT PM on a strap for a more dress type wear watch. Hopefully will continue to receive a discount. All purchased from the same AD.

Having said that, I also buy from prestigetime.com. I call them on a piece I'm looking for (preowned) and can get a very good price.

[Chinballs]

My AD only goes as low as 15% on some models but 13% is what I have got on two out of three watches. As with others experience, OB gives nothing.