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How does one purchase a Dufour?
In my limited research, I have not been able to surmise on how one actually purchase one of Mr. Durfour's amazing pieces? Do I simply contact the maestro himself? Are there authorized retailers? My understanding is that it is very limited, i.e., difficult, and a long wait (which I have no problem with). I'm just curious how I can go about it, so I may start the process. Thank you for any information.
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Only pre-owned at this time
His watches are long sold out. You may place a Want to Buy ad on Collectors Market for the model you wish. Obviously, the seller will set his price, and there's not much the buyer can do but agree if he really wants one. I have read several accounts of several collectors obtaining a Dufour this way. At some point in the future, presumably, Dufour will announce a new model. About thirty minutes will pass. And it will be sold out too. Good luck. This message has been edited by Mostel on 2012-02-05 13:14:18
Collectors Market works!
At least it did for me. I put up a WTB ad for a Simplicity and within several weeks was contacted by two potential sellers, including a friend and someone I hadn't met previously. The friend ultimately decided to keep his, but I was successful in striking a deal with the second gentleman.
I think that it helped me that I am a "known guy" here, and was viewed as someone with a lot of passion who would provide a good home. Bottom line for me is that getting out on the network and checking around often works. Auction pieces are quite rare, but it does happen from time to time -- be prepared to pay...
As for Mr. Dufour, he can sell anything he can make. My understanding is that he has a waiting list of over 50 for the Duality, a watch that he has stopped making. And , he told me last month that he still receives 4 to 6 firm requests per week to order Simplicities, but that series is done as well.
As for the "next watch," my understanding is that there is a long line of prior customers trying to queue up and a priority list already set out by PD.
When we visited a year ago he did have Simplicity 201 on offer via the original owner, but that was a unique circumstance (the pink diamond jewelry piece).
Happy hunting!
Best,
Gary G
I ask myself this very same question..............
At least once a day!
And several times after reading a thread, whereby a very patient watch collector has been able to fulfil their dream and mine to own such a stunning & gorgeous piece.
When I see one of Mr Dufour's breathtaking watches, I always curse myself that I was not aware of his lovely pieces years ago when I may have been able to get on the list.
Hindsight is such a marvellous thing!!
sigh!
Gary, I have seen the odd WTB enquiring after a Dufour piece, but always thought that the request fell on deaf ears.
So congratulations on finally been able to acquire one. 
Regards
Tony
Go ahead. Pull the trigger. Place a WTB on the Collectors Market. Wait for the good news!
"You never really acquire a Dufour...
you are always on the hunt for it!" ;-)
Cheers,
Magnus