On-Line Purchases

[Scoop]

Has anyone purchased from the internet, and if so, were you able to negotiate on the listed price?

Thanks!!

 

[scarecrow]

I torn between buying on line or from a B&M, and was wondering the same thing. Anyone have any advice?

 

[69gm]

many of the internet sites already offer their diamonds with a minimal markup. they will, however, be willing to give you some sort of discount for wire transfers vs. credit card purchases.

of course it never hurts to ask them either!

 

[greengator]

Most online vendors here are operating on such a slim margin so I think you should make a judgement on whether you are paying a fair price or not.

I would start with Rapaport report and will be extremley happy if I can buy an ideal stone for a 10% discount off the price list.

One place I went to, nice ice, offers most their inventory at a very reasonable price (10% off rapaport). You can't go wrong with them.

If you are lucky, you could find a B&M place who doesn't sell diamond based on the cut, but rather on a flat discount base. So you have the best of both worlds, a competitive price and convenient local service.
-- Larry

 

[tim_bay_area]

even if they wont negotiate to a lower price, you are not paying sales tax, which in itself is a nice discount

 

[69gm]

good point tim! that definitely needs to be factored into the equation. figure out your "out-the-door" price to see how they stack up.

 

[Mara]

Also if your budget is tight, alot of the online vendors will work with you (if they are worth their salt anyway!)...so don't throw a stone out of the running if it is just slightly out of your range..you may be able to negotiate something.

Good luck!