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 The Watch Thread v5, no watch is 2 cheap or 2 pricey 2 talk

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jhchan29
post Nov 7 2012, 06:43 AM

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Looking to buy my second automatic watch for casual occasions. I am very keen on those military themed Hamiltons. Any idea how much Hamilton Khaki King/Field costs in Malaysia? Currently in Australia pursuing my studies, I want to compare the prices. I know Amazon prices are around USD 370. Thanks guys.


Added on November 7, 2012, 6:48 am
QUOTE(chimaera @ Nov 5 2012, 05:46 PM)
Why is the Tag not much loved? Over priced?
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Overpriced because half of the money you pay goes into the pockets of Lewis Hamilton, Button, Sharapova, Di Caprio and Cameron Diaz.

They produce solid watches, just that they are overpriced. Eg, Tag Formula 1 is never worth that kinda money they are asking these days. I would rank them personally slightly better than Tissots or Hamiltons, yet its ridiculous to buy a quartz when you can get a Tissot automatic chronograph for the same price. That being said Grand Carrera and Aquaracer are fine timepieces.

Also these days a lot of replica Tags are being worn around in Malaysia due to its popularity. Just drop by Petaling St. A non-WIS would think that a Tissot/Hamilton is more expensive than a TAG if they see you wearing it. Eg. Tissot PRS516 chronograph

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jhchan29
post Nov 7 2012, 12:42 PM

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QUOTE(Everdying @ Nov 7 2012, 10:52 AM)
for USD370, then grab it.
over here if not mistaken at least rm1.6k.

but i wouldnt mind getting into the pants of sharapova  whistling.gif

and i doubt they get half of the money as that would eat away at most of the dealer's profit tongue.gif
anyway, endorsees dont really earn money from watches sold...they get paid an amount up front.
tho the same can be said for every other brand out there with a solid marketing campaign...which no surprises has rolex leading the front spending almost double to the nearest other watch co's ad spend.


Added on November 7, 2012, 10:53 am

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Well it comes without manufacturer warranty if purchased from Amazon. Only comes with 2 years amazon warranty. Is it possible to negotiate a discount in Malaysia from RM1600?

Haha. I am well aware that celebrities don't get money for each watch sold. Lol. I am just stating that part of the premium paid is because of the marketing expenses which 'elevated' the watches' image in the public eye. Tags today are featuring the Seiko movement after ETA decided to stop supplying theirs to others. So, yeah, branding plays a huge part in this industry.

And yes. Who wouldn't want some action with Sharapova thumbup.gif

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jhchan29
post Nov 7 2012, 04:06 PM

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QUOTE(Everdying @ Nov 7 2012, 12:51 PM)
dunno really...the only hamilton i got is the elvis ventura xxl tongue.gif
i just loosely browsed thru the khaki models cos looked interesting.

but u may be able to use bodying's site as a guide...stores may be slightly higher.
http://www.bodying.my/watches/hamilton-khaki-king-auto.html
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Elvis Ventura. That's a real classic timepiece you've got there man.

Okay thanks for the tip bro

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