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Retrop · 14 July 2018, 05:31 AM

Hi guys, I’ve noticed a sub c being sold in the classifieds on here.
I’m from the uk and the seller cwieb is from America, does anybody have any idea how much the shipping costs would be ?
And is it wise to buy a watch (which for me is a lot of money) from a completely different country.
Thanks

tyler1980 · 14 July 2018, 05:34 AM

shipping is the least of your concerns. Paying 20% vat + fees to import it is the larger worry. That will be one expensive sub.

thesharkfactor · 14 July 2018, 05:35 AM

I have bought three watches on this forum from the United States and had no issues. I always bought from a trusted seller and would advise the same.

If the seller is unfamiliar with shipping costs and processes to the UK, walk away and find an experienced trusted seller and you will be just fine!

thesharkfactor · 14 July 2018, 05:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tyler1980

shipping is the least of your concerns. Paying 20% vat + fees is the larger worry. That will be one expensive sub.

I'm sure when I bought the watches they came to me as already my property, being returned from having repairs.

tyler1980 · 14 July 2018, 05:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

I'm sure when I bought the watches they came to me as already my property, being returned from having repairs.

thats getting pretty sketchy with misrepresentation. I wouldn't chance it personally. HMRC isnt nice.

thesharkfactor · 14 July 2018, 05:46 AM

I am sure at least one came to me like that. I think I got a customs bill for something like £150 for one of them.. this was when a 16610 was a little over £3000 though (years ago)..

mercman · 14 July 2018, 05:52 AM

VAT, Import duty and handling fees are approx 32% of the total value including shipping. You can try it if you want, but you run the chance of the fees plus a penalty (fine) HMRC can also confiscate the watch.

watchbowl · 14 July 2018, 05:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tyler1980

thats getting pretty sketchy with misrepresentation. I wouldn't chance it personally. HMRC isnt nice.

Yep HMRC will come down hard. Insurance being voided would also be a concern since duty hasn’t been paid.

Retrop · 14 July 2018, 06:03 AM

That’s very much for those really informed comments lads. I am really new to this world and it’s really helpful to have people like yourselves who are happy to give great advise

timeldn · 14 July 2018, 06:18 AM

I was in the same situation, when you take in to account the added duties to be paid, VAT, and other charges. Stay away, not worth it.

Nairn1980 · 14 July 2018, 06:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tyler1980

shipping is the least of your concerns. Paying 20% vat + fees to import it is the larger worry. That will be one expensive sub.

Spot on

SG56 · 14 July 2018, 06:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

I'm sure when I bought the watches they came to me as already my property, being returned from having repairs.

Love it!!

colpol · 14 July 2018, 07:01 AM

My 1680 got stopped at customs - had to pay over the phone with card to get released.

14 July 2018, 05:31 AM	#1
Retrop "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Warrington Posts: 31	Shipping to uk Hi guys, I’ve noticed a sub c being sold in the classifieds on here. I’m from the uk and the seller cwieb is from America, does anybody have any idea how much the shipping costs would be ? And is it wise to buy a watch (which for me is a lot of money) from a completely different country. Thanks

14 July 2018, 05:34 AM	#2
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	shipping is the least of your concerns. Paying 20% vat + fees to import it is the larger worry. That will be one expensive sub. __________________ Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition)

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14 July 2018, 05:35 AM	#3
thesharkfactor "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Scotland Watch: GMT Posts: 3,643	I have bought three watches on this forum from the United States and had no issues. I always bought from a trusted seller and would advise the same. If the seller is unfamiliar with shipping costs and processes to the UK, walk away and find an experienced trusted seller and you will be just fine!

14 July 2018, 05:46 AM	#6
thesharkfactor "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Scotland Watch: GMT Posts: 3,643	I am sure at least one came to me like that. I think I got a customs bill for something like £150 for one of them.. this was when a 16610 was a little over £3000 though (years ago)..

14 July 2018, 05:52 AM	#7
mercman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Scotland Watch: 126660 D-Blue Posts: 226	VAT, Import duty and handling fees are approx 32% of the total value including shipping. You can try it if you want, but you run the chance of the fees plus a penalty (fine) HMRC can also confiscate the watch.

14 July 2018, 06:03 AM	#9
Retrop "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Warrington Posts: 31	That’s very much for those really informed comments lads. I am really new to this world and it’s really helpful to have people like yourselves who are happy to give great advise

14 July 2018, 06:18 AM	#10
timeldn "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: London Posts: 606	I was in the same situation, when you take in to account the added duties to be paid, VAT, and other charges. Stay away, not worth it.

14 July 2018, 07:01 AM	#13
colpol "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Scotland Posts: 2,895	My 1680 got stopped at customs - had to pay over the phone with card to get released.

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