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psv · 24 February 2011, 03:27 PM

I've got watch coming in from overseas, but I got a call from Fedex saying that I need give them a description of the package content so it can clear custom. This never happened to me before.

So what do I put? Watch? Timekeeping device?

sleddog · 24 February 2011, 03:29 PM

The original shipper should have declared it's contents....??

TempoKing · 25 February 2011, 07:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleddog

The original shipper should have declared it's contents....??

Please write:

If it is a used watch ?
Replacement assembled watch parts

It has a meaning but also means nothing

Porsche · 24 February 2011, 03:31 PM

It's technically an "inoxydable time keeping device"

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stainless_steel

let them try and figure that one out

sleddog · 24 February 2011, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Porsche

It's technically an "inoxydable time keeping device"

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stainless_steel

let them try and figure that one out

Route 66 · 25 February 2011, 06:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Porsche

It's technically an "inoxydable time keeping device"

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stainless_steel

let them try and figure that one out

I had to bring up my dictionary for that one.

psv · 24 February 2011, 03:31 PM

Yeah, for some reason they didn't.

I don't really want to get into a bind with US Custom or the Stat tax collector...

sleddog · 24 February 2011, 03:39 PM

I hesitate to say it Patrick, but only one thing comes to mind.
It's been flagged for inspection....

Normally, if no declaration has been issued, it will be returned to the shipper to complete the necessary documentation...

You are between a rock and hard place.

aero · 24 February 2011, 03:40 PM

Do what I do all the time:

Personal belong. Never had any problem since 1998.

Evergreen · 24 February 2011, 03:47 PM

I've had luck labeling as " Precision Instrument " on a customs form.

Dr. Robert · 24 February 2011, 04:35 PM

horological instrument

lgking · 24 February 2011, 05:38 PM

'For repair... To be returned'

mjrennie · 24 February 2011, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lgking

'For repair... To be returned'

I think this is the thing to say.

Nicko · 24 February 2011, 08:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjrennie

I think this is the thing to say.

'For repair... To be returned'

x3

gtb5 · 24 February 2011, 07:22 PM

Keeper of The Fourth Dimension.

hsfrank · 24 February 2011, 07:44 PM

A watch !!

mrloneranger · 24 February 2011, 08:16 PM

A superlative chronometer officially certified.. good luck

xjeeunitx · 24 February 2011, 08:55 PM

horological device or precision instrument.

even if you send it with insurance, you will be good since you're not lying about the contents on the box.

DCgator · 25 February 2011, 12:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xjeeunitx

horological device or precision instrument.

even if you send it with insurance, you will be good since you're not lying about the contents on the box.

x2

DCgator · 25 February 2011, 05:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xjeeunitx

horological device or precision instrument.

even if you send it with insurance, you will be good since you're not lying about the contents on the box.

x2

esm · 24 February 2011, 09:13 PM

Egg Timer?

arttay10 · 24 February 2011, 10:12 PM

A small portable device for the measurement of time........

jeremyam · 24 February 2011, 11:50 PM

"USED".....

I also would recommend sending in crappy box, reflecting the value of package:) Also would suggest you use a box several times larger than item to mislead...

conrail · 25 February 2011, 12:58 AM

"For repair - to be returned" works. Then check the gift box.

MonBK · 25 February 2011, 01:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psv

I've got watch coming in from overseas, but I got a call from Fedex saying that I need give them a description of the package content so it can clear custom. This never happened to me before.

So what do I put? Watch? Timekeeping device?

Is it a Rolex or other brand?

Brenngun · 25 February 2011, 02:33 AM

I just went through this a month ago. Horological Instrument or Watch. Be aware that recent changes driven by homeland security and US customs means that if the declared value is more than $2500.00 the shipper must supply a "watch inventory" sheet. This document requires them to identify in detail the components of the instrument being imported i.e. "Case" stainless steel 912L, "Movement" 17 jewel, "bracelet" stainless steel, etc..... If they didn't supply this document with the shipment then you may have to get them to fill one in and send it to the carrier or you may be able to fill it in at this end. As the importer you may also be asked to fill in a document that will require you to supply your SIN. Good Luck

moviefreak · 25 February 2011, 02:38 AM

If it is from FEDEX, probably they just want to know exactly what is it to pay the custom charges and then pass that on to you. It looks like you will be paying duties for that..

Dweller of the Sea · 25 February 2011, 02:43 AM

I have used "Precision instrument" many times, never gone wrong.
If it is spareparts, I use "sparepart for precision instrument"

I don´t like it says "Rolex wristwatch", it could tempt the wrong people to steal it.
A precision instrument can be many things, so many may not be too empted to steal it.

MonBK · 25 February 2011, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dweller of the Sea

I have used "Precision instrument" many times, never gone wrong.
If it is spareparts, I use "sparepart for precision instrument"

I don´t like it says "Rolex wristwatch", it could tempt the wrong people to steal it.
A precision instrument can be many things, so many may not be too empted to steal it.

If you mark it "Rolex" you don't have to worry about the wrong people stealing it but you can rest assured that customs will.

Yazo · 25 February 2011, 07:09 AM

Not trying to get you scared but honestly I've heard horror stories about getting a Rolex through customs in the US, and I've always been told that the best way to transport it into the US is going over there yourself and wearing it back. Hope RUSA doesn't get involved. Good luck and keep us updated on the situation.

24 February 2011, 03:27 PM	#1
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	What do you call your watch on the US custom form? I've got watch coming in from overseas, but I got a call from Fedex saying that I need give them a description of the package content so it can clear custom. This never happened to me before. So what do I put? Watch? Timekeeping device?

24 February 2011, 03:29 PM	#2
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	The original shipper should have declared it's contents....?? __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

24 February 2011, 03:31 PM	#4
Porsche 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: John Location: ɹǝpun Watch: and learn Posts: 2,986	It's technically an "inoxydable time keeping device" http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stainless_steel let them try and figure that one out __________________ Obey Gravity, it's the Law! ROLEX --- SEIKO --- HEUER TRF REHAUT T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M

24 February 2011, 03:39 PM	#8
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	I hesitate to say it Patrick, but only one thing comes to mind. It's been flagged for inspection.... Normally, if no declaration has been issued, it will be returned to the shipper to complete the necessary documentation... You are between a rock and hard place. __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

24 February 2011, 04:35 PM	#11
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,258	horological instrument __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

24 February 2011, 03:40 PM	#9
aero "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Sao Paulo Posts: 40	Do what I do all the time: Personal belong. Never had any problem since 1998.

24 February 2011, 03:47 PM	#10
Evergreen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: W. Washington Watch: Blancpain FF norad Posts: 203	I've had luck labeling as " Precision Instrument " on a customs form.

24 February 2011, 05:38 PM	#12
lgking "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: LG King Location: The Big Mango Posts: 82	'For repair... To be returned'

24 February 2011, 07:22 PM	#15
gtb5 Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 188	Keeper of The Fourth Dimension.

24 February 2011, 07:44 PM	#16
hsfrank "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Herbert Frank Location: Middletown,De Watch: President Posts: 1,641	A watch !! __________________ Time and Tide wait for no man Rolex Cellini 4133 Tudor North Flag HERS: Rolex TTDJ

24 February 2011, 08:16 PM	#17
mrloneranger "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: UK Watch: Sea Dweller 116600 Posts: 252	A superlative chronometer officially certified.. good luck

24 February 2011, 08:55 PM	#18
xjeeunitx 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 5,529	horological device or precision instrument. even if you send it with insurance, you will be good since you're not lying about the contents on the box.

24 February 2011, 09:13 PM	#21
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	Egg Timer?

24 February 2011, 10:12 PM	#22
arttay10 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lancashire, UK Watch: ???????? Posts: 2,187	A small portable device for the measurement of time........

24 February 2011, 11:50 PM	#23
jeremyam Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Jeremy Location: Toronto, Ontario Watch: 16610 V Posts: 511	"USED"..... I also would recommend sending in crappy box, reflecting the value of package:) Also would suggest you use a box several times larger than item to mislead...

25 February 2011, 12:58 AM	#24
conrail "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Boston Posts: 3,177	"For repair - to be returned" works. Then check the gift box. __________________ "Oh, you give a f****' aspirin a headache, pal!"

25 February 2011, 02:33 AM	#26
Brenngun 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: Smokin' Heaven Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 3,866	I just went through this a month ago. Horological Instrument or Watch. Be aware that recent changes driven by homeland security and US customs means that if the declared value is more than $2500.00 the shipper must supply a "watch inventory" sheet. This document requires them to identify in detail the components of the instrument being imported i.e. "Case" stainless steel 912L, "Movement" 17 jewel, "bracelet" stainless steel, etc..... If they didn't supply this document with the shipment then you may have to get them to fill one in and send it to the carrier or you may be able to fill it in at this end. As the importer you may also be asked to fill in a document that will require you to supply your SIN. Good Luck

25 February 2011, 02:38 AM	#27
moviefreak "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: in my house... Posts: 5,524	If it is from FEDEX, probably they just want to know exactly what is it to pay the custom charges and then pass that on to you. It looks like you will be paying duties for that.. __________________ Cheers, Eduardo Be a WIS not a WUSS... and remove all the stickers..

25 February 2011, 02:43 AM	#28
Dweller of the Sea "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: EU Watch: ing TRF Posts: 576	I have used "Precision instrument" many times, never gone wrong. If it is spareparts, I use "sparepart for precision instrument" I don´t like it says "Rolex wristwatch", it could tempt the wrong people to steal it. A precision instrument can be many things, so many may not be too empted to steal it.

25 February 2011, 07:09 AM	#30
Yazo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,812	Not trying to get you scared but honestly I've heard horror stories about getting a Rolex through customs in the US, and I've always been told that the best way to transport it into the US is going over there yourself and wearing it back. Hope RUSA doesn't get involved. Good luck and keep us updated on the situation.

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