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Oh to buy or not to buy, that is the question

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#1 ·
Hamilton Khaki Field Black Dial Black Leather Watch H68551733

Price Subtotal $293.00
Extra Savings $0.00
15NOW -$43.95
Shipping Fee FREE
Estimated Tax $0.00
Order Total $249.05

This is the cheapest I have found after going to many, many, sites. The next cheapest is $25.00 more. My question: buy it? or not buy it? Of course I need it like I need another hole in my head. But is this a deal not to be passed up? (Hamilton.com has it for $695)

 
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#3 ·
That is a great deal, but I would say it's never wrong to wait.

Avoid the impulse buy.

If you're anything like me, my watch-crushes can change so suddenly as I continue to shop around and see what other options are out there. Just keep shopping and saving up.

Over the next few months, you may go through 4 or 5 different phases of attraction to different styles and manufacturers. And in a few more months, as you continue to squirrel away money, you might hit upon that one watch that you truly fall head-over-heels in love with, and you'll be glad to have the $250 that you almost dropped on this very nice Hamilton.

Just my two cents.
 
#8 ·
It's always a crap shoot. I bought a NIB Hammy for a bargain and on wrist for a minute, it was back for sale. Just too small, a bit hard to read... That's the rub. Go into a store and try it on is my guess. So many I loved except for size, or weight, thickness, readability etc.

One snap buy a few years ago was a heavil discounted MOMO. 75% off MSRP, GMT, LE Ti
All made me sense a deal. I have this watch still in rotation.. Largest watch I own but built for large wrists, fits perfectly and I can't sell it. Well won't maybe the better word.
I was surprised at the level of quality, fit and finish.. Never expected on such a deal
So be surprised and live with buying or trying as many as you can. It's a greet ride
 
#13 ·
Well, it seems that the consensus is to buy. I swore my last watch was going to be my last watch. But that was about 6 watches ago. Didn't work, lol. This will be my 45th watch. Every watch I've bought has been online with a terrific price (right now I'm wearing my Eterna AirForce that had an MSRP of $5000. I ended getting it for $599) And yes, I know all about inflated MSRPs. That watch is now on eBay for almost $2000.
And since I've never owned a Hammy, I'm gonna go ahead and order. And yes, this is my last watch.
 
#15 ·
Love it! Buy it! Never look back.......
 
#16 ·
If at all possible and you have the time, google the watch in your city... if it can be found, try the 'puppy' on ... that usually helps me decide... you have a common problem and I don't blame you ... it has happened to me... or if you know someone that you could just take a look at the watch...

Let us know what you decide...

Good Luck!

Watchwearer
 
#19 ·
I have a quandary. The model I wanted, H69419363, has the green strap and green face. But when I went to order, it is now black dial with black strap (H68551733). Now, if they cannot give me the color I want, I can go to Joma where they have the green one for the same price.
My question to you Hammy aficionados, is the green the preferred for the field? I really don't care for black. Should I switch?
Thanks again everyone
EL

update. I called the first place I ordered and asked why they switched colors. They said they only have black. So, I'm gonna go to Joma and order the green which is what I wanted in the first place.
 
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