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Raymond Weil Freelancer Chronograph Automatic Watch
Qualityforthemoney
5
Dec 16, 2019
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Good watch for the price.
Just thought I would share some thoughts to the community about this watch. I’m curious if others had the same experience.
I got this watch because it can pretty much be worn on any occasion, and for the price that drop sells it for it’s definitely a bargain.
However, there’s a design flaw that’s small, but not something I would expect of a watch that would cost you 2000+ in a store (I know because when I took my watch to my local watch shop they had the same model just in brown for 2150 on sale) I don’t understand how Raymond Weil couldn’t catch it.
Now this may not bother some people, but to me it was a a disappointing factor.
when you first get the watch you need to set up the deployment clasp, for some reason the way Raymond Weil set up there watch, there is no way to place the leather band through the metal insert without scratching leather with the metal pin that goes Into the watch hole. Most companies get around the issue by placing an additional hinge that allows the pin to be manipulated to avoid this problem.
I called Raymond Weil up, and they told me that you can do it, you just need “special equipment” I took the watch to my local shop ( which offered me the same watch in brown for 2150) and they said there is no special tool, and went ahead and attached it while making those scratchy indentations I so desperately wanted to avoid.
Now for some this won’t be such a problem, and I’ll admit the indented leather and scratches are located on the bottom where most people wouldn’t see it.
However for those of you who appreciate the build and design of things, you will find this very aggravating.
As a side point: When I spoke to Raymond Weil on the phone there representative informed me that this watch kicks is not registered with any of their United States stores and therefore does not have there 2 year warranty.
I personally would rather pay the drop price then pay full just to have the warranty. You could literally by 3 watches on drop for what they charge in stores here.
Recommends this product? Yes
ConorDarcy
1
Dec 19, 2019
QualityforthemoneyI noticed that too, scratched the strap setting it up but I suppose I can live with that as the price is amazing. On the warranty, I registered the watch with Raymond Weil online & got a certificate for a 3rd year free warranty. Not sure if it would be honoured though.
JAone
999
Feb 16, 2020
QualityforthemoneyYes I had this similar problem, but having worked in watch stores I knew I had to be extra careful. I have seen instruments that can be used to size the deployment clasp, but personally don't own one. Once sized I haven't had to adjust it. There are many small issues with a lot of bands and straps; and don't always follow a logical vein. But that's what makes it interesting. I think this is a great watch for the price with an iconic automatic movement; and where I live I have seen an equivalent Freelancer for under $2200 usd!!
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