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Ive actually brought a watch back because it wasnt running to COSC standards.
Aside from warranty repairs, mechanical watches need to be serviced. Manufacturers suggest anywhere from 5-8yrs. Possibly even 10yrs depending on brand. (whether youre ever going to service it is dependent on you tho)
When its not bought from an authorized dealer, i believe manufacturers wont even open up the watch.
Now, if you were to buy a $10k in-house watch off the grey market that originally sells for $13k from an AD, what are you going to do when it comes time for service? The manufacturer isnt going to work on it. And i doubt some joe schmo would have the qualifications/knowledge/experience to work on an in-house movement especially since quality watch-smith are harder and harder to comeby these days.
I mean, if youre ok with having a watch that runs 5-10min fast/slow down the road or worse, having a $10k paper weight, then by all means and go for the grey market and save yourself a good coin.
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