Watches

[cwaj45]

I'll be in St Thomas in January prior to a cruise. My husband is looking for a new watch. In the past we've found that watches are less in St. Thomas. Can anyone recommend a store that sells high end watches.

Thanks

[bouhunter]

I don't know if they sell a lot of watches, but my wife has purchased several things at Grand Jewelers (St. Thomas and St. Martin). We don't play the "give me an appraisal so I feel good and confirm I got a bargain" game when we get home, but her jeweler here has always told her it's quality stuff.

[TheGMan32]

Go to Ballerina Jewelers. Just bought a Perellet Turbine watch from sister store in St. Maarten, dude named Brian. They have a great selection and he's very knowledgable. 30% off list is about what they bargain down to. If he wears one of his existing nice watches he'll get plenty of attention. My Hublot draws em in.

[Ms411]

It all depends on what type of watch you want. Jewels is an authorized dealer for many popular brands.

[goose30]

I bought a watch in St. Thomas. Could have gotten a better deal at home for the same watch.

[Ms411]

Many "deals" are offered by non-authorized dealers. If you want full guarantees and support, authorized dealers offer that protection and services. Authorized watches hold value over time than non-authorized. It's a matter of what you're comfortable with.

[cruisingknut]

How do you know it is authorized

[Ms411]

The store advertises itself as an authorized dealer and you can confirm it with the manufacturer. Authorized dealers have to adhere to strict standards to protect the brand.