Honolulu Watch Shopping Tips?

[RandyS]

Going soon, know about Ben Bridge but other than that does anyone have name of authorized dealers of any brands?

I think I might make myself a present of a new watch or a new gold figaro type bracelet...

Fulfilling life long (was my mom's till she also stayed there a few years before she died), sort of, dream...staying at Royal Hawaiian...wife wanted to see Intl Market Place and all the shopping of this big city so I figured what the hell, I can sit on my lanai and look at the ocean all day, or part of the time anyway

[JJ Irani]

Have a great time, Randy. Don't get too close to those dancing Hulla girls....you might have a coronary!!

[C.J.]

Best wishes on a safe trip, Randy Enjoy your stay in paradise

[Tom]

[QUOTE=RandyS]Going soon, know about Ben Bridge but other than that does anyone have name of authorized dealers of any brands?

I think I might make myself a present of a new watch or a new gold figaro type bracelet...

Becareful in the international market place, lots of fake stuff there, gold plated stuff, chains, bracelts, etc...Ben Bridge is expensive, you'll pay retail price. not too many ADs here, there are a few here and there, but not like the selection is any good. You'll actually have beeter luck in the mainland or asking around with these guys, they said Alan Furman is good and Wingates too. Selection here is not the greatest. Although Tax here is only 4%, you may find a better deal elsewhere. But don't rush it, especially if you are planning on a rolex. Look around first before making a snap decision. A lot of people here don't buy high price items, it's mostly the tourists scooping stuff up from the malls like Ala Moana. Waikiki is very expensive so be careful as well. Don't try any hole in the wall places for food, as for recommendations as there are some great restraunts up the street from where you are staying at. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask, born and raised in Honolulu!

[RandyS]

[QUOTE=Tom]

Originally Posted by RandyS

Going soon, know about Ben Bridge but other than that does anyone have name of authorized dealers of any brands?

I think I might make myself a present of a new watch or a new gold figaro type bracelet...

Becareful in the international market place, lots of fake stuff there, gold plated stuff, chains, bracelts, etc...Ben Bridge is expensive, you'll pay retail price. not too many ADs here, there are a few here and there, but not like the selection is any good. You'll actually have beeter luck in the mainland or asking around with these guys, they said Alan Furman is good and Wingates too. Selection here is not the greatest. Although Tax here is only 4%, you may find a better deal elsewhere. But don't rush it, especially if you are planning on a rolex. Look around first before making a snap decision. A lot of people here don't buy high price items, it's mostly the tourists scooping stuff up from the malls like Ala Moana. Waikiki is very expensive so be careful as well. Don't try any hole in the wall places for food, as for recommendations as there are some great restraunts up the street from where you are staying at. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask, born and raised in Honolulu!

mostly window shopping, if buy anything would be like Oris or Maurice LaCroix

thanks for the input (did not know that about intl, fake stuff huh, how would you know or how do you protect yourself?)

[dman]

Randy, wait till you get back and just buy a damn 88, you only live once pal.

[padi56]

Have a safe trip and return Randy,agree with Daren a nice Pam 88.

[Tom]

[QUOTE=RandyS]

Originally Posted by Tom

mostly window shopping, if buy anything would be like Oris or Maurice LaCroix

thanks for the input (did not know that about intl, fake stuff huh, how would you know or how do you protect yourself?)

You can take your chaces, but when you jump inthe pool and your skin starts turning green, you know it's a fake chain. They sell it by the inch and stuff on rolls, and you can try to bargain with them too. There's all kinds of stuff, and you can make a bargain here and there, so don't be afraid to ask. But I'd stay away from jewelry at the market place. Go someplace that's reputable or at least a store and not a rolling cart. But have fun and enjoy yourself while you're here. The weather is great and the beaches are great too.