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netmaster · 14 April 2008, 01:53 AM

...but please don't say Singapore, that's too far from both Europe and North America.
Let me tell you a few words about the situation here in Europe: I find that most authorized dealers have the same prices (give or take), however I hear that because of the extremely weak dollar it makes sense to fly to the USA or Canada and get one there.

My favorite is Explorer II which here in Europe costs 3800 EUROs without tax (in a duty-free zone like at the airport; in an EU country you have to add from 15-20% on top), so I was wondering if anyone could list me some authorized dealers in the USA or Canada with the price of the said watch? If the info would be considered adveritising, please send me a PM. Thank you in advance!

Or, would it make sense to buy it at the airport?

Tools · 14 April 2008, 03:06 AM

If you toss in airfare, accomodations, and import duties; I'm not so sure you can beat the duty free price..

US prices seem to be a bit better than Canadian.

jasonbellevue · 14 April 2008, 03:11 AM

Welcome to TRF.

PM either Felly Jr or KansaiVet, they can hook you up with their respective ADs in tax free Oregon. And Tools is right, US prices is better than Canadian prices.

mfer · 14 April 2008, 04:26 AM

carribean...

SPACE-DWELLER · 14 April 2008, 04:32 AM

Switzerland should be fairly reasonable with their prices, it is said.

Markg · 14 April 2008, 05:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mfer

carribean...

x2 ; caribbean includes mexico, and ALWAYS beats US prices

xf384c · 14 April 2008, 04:34 AM

If not Singapore, then try Hong Kong.
I guess it is about the same distance if you are from Europe but the prices you get there is definitely going to be cheaper than the U.S or Canada, and you won't need to pay taxes at all.
You will earn your trip and get a nice Rolex.

frostie · 14 April 2008, 05:16 AM

WOW if caribbean is cheaper than the US then i am just amazed

I always thought that US has the best deals because of the low value dollar

BillA · 14 April 2008, 05:21 AM

The answer is right under your nose.......this and other FS Rolex forums from fellow enthusiasts who baby their watches.
Good luck

Markg · 14 April 2008, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frostie

WOW if caribbean is cheaper than the US then i am just amazed

I always thought that US has the best deals because of the low value dollar

cayman dollar is officially pegged to ours, and the exchange rate in mexico is usually pretty good.

frostie · 14 April 2008, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Markg

cayman dollar is officially pegged to ours, and the exchange rate in mexico is usually pretty good.

Thanks a lot for the info

golfball123 · 14 April 2008, 08:55 AM

i think malaysia is the cheapest as i checked prices when i travel hk, spore, on regular basis n had checked in brunei, aust, eu, usa, etc.. at both local n duty free shops. the currency is weak n overheads (labour, rent, etc.) is lower than most of the 'tax free' countries

rescue7 · 14 April 2008, 09:19 AM

Try these:
1) The Rolex forum
2)Time Zone
3) Caribbean, St Thomas or St Martin (duty free)
4)Duty free Airport thru Europe
5)Lastly try E-Bay, but only from a reputable grey dealer

TempoKing · 15 April 2008, 04:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rescue7

Try these:
1) The Rolex forum
2)Time Zone
3) Caribbean, St Thomas or St Martin (duty free)
4)Duty free Airport thru Europe
5)Lastly try E-Bay, but only from a reputable grey dealer

...............Try Tempoking....lol...

frostie · 15 April 2008, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TempoKing

...............Try Tempoking....lol...

rescue7 · 16 April 2008, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TempoKing

...............Try Tempoking....lol...

Whats my cut, I'll give you an awesome plug.

(5%)

Try TempoKing, great prices and equally great after sales service.

sherwin · 14 April 2008, 10:43 AM

maybe next time in the US, ill take a trip down across the border to mexico

Numismatist · 14 April 2008, 11:37 PM

Canal Street???

:chuckle :

MadZiZ · 15 April 2008, 12:31 AM

Malaysia that is for sure, been surveying in UK, Europe and even HK....still Malaysia is cheaper to me.

Warren · 15 April 2008, 01:06 AM

Why don't we put the current price of Rolex here to see where is the Rolex Haven

Let me show you some info in my place

Explorer II HKD 42300 with 8% off
GMT II green needle HKD 50300 (may need to line up for a while, but still can see the green light)

Trurolexer · 15 April 2008, 02:04 AM

If Singapore too far from your place...Then try Indonesia (Jakarta) lol!!!
Jakarta ADs have good value for Rolex.

Iuio · 15 April 2008, 02:22 AM

If you are in Europe try Switzerland (specially Geneva).

blufish88 · 19 April 2008, 02:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Iuio

If you are in Europe try Switzerland (specially Geneva).

Definately not Switzerland. UK duty free airport price is cheaper than Swiss. Malaysia is cheaper than UK.

Timber Loftis · 15 April 2008, 03:16 AM

You're looking for an Expy II, right? I paid $2800 USD for a 1998 Expy II last November from a grey dealer on ebay. It had the original box and papers and service receipt less than a year old. True, I lucked into a better deal than a lot of folks were getting, but timing is everything where bidding is concerned. Tax free, too.

Just be smart and pay in a way where you're protected. I paid via paypal using a charge card. That way, if I get scammed I have 3 routes of recovery: (1) via stop payment with my credit card company, (2) via paypal grievance process, and (3) via ebay's grievance process.

Even if I wanted to buy from a brick-and-mortar location in another country, though, I don't think I'd fly there. In today's age there's no need to go somewhere for a watch when technology can bring the world to your doorstep.

Tareg · 15 April 2008, 04:06 AM

caribbean's very good, no tax here in Turks and can typically negotiate 10 percent on stainless steel models, maybe more

JJ Irani · 15 April 2008, 04:08 AM

I would say....Hong Kong.

Excellent deals are available on CASH (those guys hate Plastic); but just make sure you go to an AD only. Too many dodgy shops out there.

JJ

PhillipShanghai · 15 April 2008, 04:11 AM

Had many good experiences with getting Rolex and other brands in Hong Kong.

frostie · 15 April 2008, 04:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PhillipShanghai

Had many good experiences with getting Rolex and other brands in Hong Kong.

Welcome to TRF

Do you have any internet sites so that i can check the prices?

Jimbits76 · 15 April 2008, 05:29 AM

I would say buy it at an AD in your own country. Not only are you supporting your local jewellers you are also establishing what could be a great and profitable relationship and also have the peace of mind that if you have any bother, you can deal with somebody face to face.

I looked at a moonwatch from Amazon.com as the pound was so strong against the dollar, it seemed like an awesome deal. By the time I had paid UK duty and postage etc, the watch would have worked out £70 cheaper??!!!?? That £70 would be well spent at an AD...trust me!

J

Drago · 15 April 2008, 05:49 AM

Andorra? duty free init?

14 April 2008, 01:53 AM	#1
netmaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Michael Location: /dev/null Watch: 16610 Posts: 6	Where is the CHEAPEST place to buy a Rolex? ...but please don't say Singapore, that's too far from both Europe and North America. Let me tell you a few words about the situation here in Europe: I find that most authorized dealers have the same prices (give or take), however I hear that because of the extremely weak dollar it makes sense to fly to the USA or Canada and get one there. My favorite is Explorer II which here in Europe costs 3800 EUROs without tax (in a duty-free zone like at the airport; in an EU country you have to add from 15-20% on top), so I was wondering if anyone could list me some authorized dealers in the USA or Canada with the price of the said watch? If the info would be considered adveritising, please send me a PM. Thank you in advance! Or, would it make sense to buy it at the airport?

14 April 2008, 03:06 AM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	If you toss in airfare, accomodations, and import duties; I'm not so sure you can beat the duty free price.. US prices seem to be a bit better than Canadian. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

14 April 2008, 03:11 AM	#3
jasonbellevue "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Jason Location: at home Posts: 5,098	Welcome to TRF. PM either Felly Jr or KansaiVet, they can hook you up with their respective ADs in tax free Oregon. And Tools is right, US prices is better than Canadian prices. __________________

14 April 2008, 04:26 AM	#4
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	carribean... __________________ member#3242

14 April 2008, 04:32 AM	#5
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Switzerland should be fairly reasonable with their prices, it is said. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

14 April 2008, 04:34 AM	#7
xf384c "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Watch: Sea Dweller 16600 Posts: 155	If not Singapore, then try Hong Kong. I guess it is about the same distance if you are from Europe but the prices you get there is definitely going to be cheaper than the U.S or Canada, and you won't need to pay taxes at all. You will earn your trip and get a nice Rolex.

14 April 2008, 05:16 AM	#8
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	WOW if caribbean is cheaper than the US then i am just amazed I always thought that US has the best deals because of the low value dollar __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

14 April 2008, 05:21 AM	#9
BillA 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: US Posts: 3,882	Right under your nose The answer is right under your nose.......this and other FS Rolex forums from fellow enthusiasts who baby their watches. Good luck

14 April 2008, 08:55 AM	#12
golfball123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: thailand / m'sia Watch: YG DD & GMT,TT SUB Posts: 1,265	i think malaysia is the cheapest as i checked prices when i travel hk, spore, on regular basis n had checked in brunei, aust, eu, usa, etc.. at both local n duty free shops. the currency is weak n overheads (labour, rent, etc.) is lower than most of the 'tax free' countries

14 April 2008, 09:19 AM	#13
rescue7 Banned Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Rescueguy Location: Here Watch: DSSD Posts: 1,129	Try these: 1) The Rolex forum 2)Time Zone 3) Caribbean, St Thomas or St Martin (duty free) 4)Duty free Airport thru Europe 5)Lastly try E-Bay, but only from a reputable grey dealer

14 April 2008, 10:43 AM	#17
sherwin "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Perth/Singapore Posts: 1,764	maybe next time in the US, ill take a trip down across the border to mexico

14 April 2008, 11:37 PM	#18
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	Canal Street???:chuckle : __________________ Rolex 116600 Sea-dweller Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White Legrand FP Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White RB Montblanc Meisterstück Diamond Mozart BP Montblanc Meisterstück Mozart BP

15 April 2008, 12:31 AM	#19
MadZiZ "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Just above SG Posts: 8	Malaysia that is for sure, been surveying in UK, Europe and even HK....still Malaysia is cheaper to me.

15 April 2008, 01:06 AM	#20
Warren Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Warren Location: Hong Kong Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 132	Why don't we put the current price of Rolex here to see where is the Rolex Haven Let me show you some info in my place Explorer II HKD 42300 with 8% off GMT II green needle HKD 50300 (may need to line up for a while, but still can see the green light)

15 April 2008, 02:04 AM	#21
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	If Singapore too far from your place...Then try Indonesia (Jakarta) lol!!! Jakarta ADs have good value for Rolex.

15 April 2008, 02:22 AM	#22
Iuio Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Arturo Location: Somzée, Belgium Watch: DD 1803 '66 Posts: 20	If you are in Europe try Switzerland (specially Geneva).

15 April 2008, 03:16 AM	#24
Timber Loftis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Jon Location: Chicago Watch: IIc,DJII,P244,A1-Z Posts: 2,857	You're looking for an Expy II, right? I paid $2800 USD for a 1998 Expy II last November from a grey dealer on ebay. It had the original box and papers and service receipt less than a year old. True, I lucked into a better deal than a lot of folks were getting, but timing is everything where bidding is concerned. Tax free, too. Just be smart and pay in a way where you're protected. I paid via paypal using a charge card. That way, if I get scammed I have 3 routes of recovery: (1) via stop payment with my credit card company, (2) via paypal grievance process, and (3) via ebay's grievance process. Even if I wanted to buy from a brick-and-mortar location in another country, though, I don't think I'd fly there. In today's age there's no need to go somewhere for a watch when technology can bring the world to your doorstep.

15 April 2008, 04:06 AM	#25
Tareg "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: LNDN/Turks&Caicos Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 212	caribbean's very good, no tax here in Turks and can typically negotiate 10 percent on stainless steel models, maybe more

15 April 2008, 04:08 AM	#26
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	I would say....Hong Kong. Excellent deals are available on CASH (those guys hate Plastic); but just make sure you go to an AD only. Too many dodgy shops out there. JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

15 April 2008, 04:11 AM	#27
PhillipShanghai Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Phillip Location: LAX/Shanghai Watch: PP 5196G,116610LN, Posts: 50	Had many good experiences with getting Rolex and other brands in Hong Kong.

15 April 2008, 05:29 AM	#29
Jimbits76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK Posts: 9,407	I would say buy it at an AD in your own country. Not only are you supporting your local jewellers you are also establishing what could be a great and profitable relationship and also have the peace of mind that if you have any bother, you can deal with somebody face to face. I looked at a moonwatch from Amazon.com as the pound was so strong against the dollar, it seemed like an awesome deal. By the time I had paid UK duty and postage etc, the watch would have worked out £70 cheaper??!!!?? That £70 would be well spent at an AD...trust me! J

15 April 2008, 05:49 AM	#30
Drago "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: UK Posts: 43	Andorra? duty free init? __________________ M series Sea Dweller Omega Sea Master Auto

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