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Andy B · 22 February 2012, 06:39 AM

Have just bought a vintage watch from a seller in the USA (I am in the UK) and want to have it shipped here. The seller has been told by the Post Office that the shipping of watches and jewelery from the USA to the UK is prohibited, but can be sent to France. Is this correct?? I have had watches shipped here before from the USA with no problem and the contents have been clearly labelled.

Can anyone help?

Andy.

sjgreen12 · 22 February 2012, 06:41 AM

Try G4SI. They are fantastic. http://www.g4si.com/default.aspx

Good luck.

Puffy · 22 February 2012, 06:53 AM

send FedEx

tattooedfagin · 22 February 2012, 07:02 AM

total rubbish, seller can use FedEx, terrific 2 days service you can track the entire way

perpetualman88 · 22 February 2012, 07:19 AM

just sent a package via fedex very very quick international shipping and my package went through paris and then to its final destination.

sjgreen12 · 22 February 2012, 07:39 AM

Fedex won't insure over $1k for shipments within the USA... not sure about international shipments.

larryccf · 22 February 2012, 08:06 AM

then you can choose between fedex or UPS but mainly cause they'll insure it over the $500 limit (it may have gone up, but it used to be fedex, ups nor postal would pay out more than $500 on a loss on a watch - they'dd sell you the insurance but wouldn't honor it above $500)

that's where parcel pro kicks in - they cover the loss above the carriers limit, up to whatever you paid for - plus their fedex / ups rates are great. I'm a contract shipper with UPS and get a 22% discount. Parcel pro indicated to me they get a 40% discount and pass that onto the customer. Last 3 watches i shipped via parcel pro ran about $18 cheaper using them than if i'd put it thru my own UPS acct - go figure.

but the insurance is the main reason. If you do go parcel pro, do not select "order a pickup" - that'll add $10 to the shipping bill - you'll print the label off the parcel pro screen, package it and drop off at a kinko's or staples, whichever you choose to go with (think it's UPS at kinko's and fedex at staples)

fwiw

Robbyvm · 22 February 2012, 09:36 AM

You can get higher insurance with fedex if you label it as watch parts instead of a watch. I did some time ago wit a 7k insurance.

Harryo · 22 February 2012, 11:53 PM

Fedex is brill-just be sure to check out any possible import tax though...anytime I have used Fedex to get stuff to me (albeit here in Japan), they have always charged import duties, whereas other shippers seem more easy going. All the best!

larryccf · 23 February 2012, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Robbyvm

You can get higher insurance with fedex if you label it as watch parts instead of a watch. I did some time ago wit a 7k insurance.

only problem with that is, in the event of damage, ie forklift running over the watch, and they have the package to inspect, they'll disavow the loss claim.

I've done similiar simply describing as "machined part", but in the event of a loss, there's plenty of ground for them to deny the claim.

why bother playing games, when parcel pro's shipping charges using the same carrier (fedex or ups) are cheaper than you'd pay direct, and get full proper insurance?

Transcon · 23 February 2012, 01:27 AM

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Originally Posted by tofu101

Fedex won't insure over $1k for shipments within the USA... not sure about international shipments.

I've shipped multiple watches with FedEx insured well over $1K, you just pay extra for the added insurance

rr-nyc · 23 February 2012, 01:51 AM

Since international package through the US postal service requires a declaration form, they say no watches because the package often goes missing. You can, like previously stated, declare watch parts or anything else to get the insured value up to par.

I've run into that problem sending watches to my wife's native country.

larryccf · 23 February 2012, 02:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Transcon

I've shipped multiple watches with FedEx insured well over $1K, you just pay extra for the added insurance

insurance, if/when a claim is filed they'll not pay over their limit. When i first learned about this limit on "watches, jewelry & precious metals) limit on coverage, i checked with UPS and was told that they would pay. When i press the CSR with "are you sure, there's some folks saying "watches, jewelry, precious metals are limited" she came back with - "oh, .....uhm, let me check with my supervisor" and then came back indicating the coverage was limited to the then limit of $500.

just trying to prevent you the headache and the loss.

I'm sure it's in their declaration of tariffs if you care to research it on their website.

Puffy · 23 February 2012, 02:14 AM

I choose not to divulge exactly how I ship goods to/from the UK/US should US customs be reading this page

Chris B · 23 February 2012, 03:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tattooedfagin

total rubbish, seller can use FedEx, terrific 2 days service you can track the entire way

mboverst · 23 February 2012, 03:11 AM

I actually sent two packages to Cheshire from Dallas, TX two weeks ago that made it in 22 hours door to door via FedEx Priority International w/ ParcelPro insurance. I've never heard anyone say they can't send watches from the US to the UK???

Transcon · 23 February 2012, 03:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by larryccf

insurance, if/when a claim is filed they'll not pay over their limit. When i first learned about this limit on "watches, jewelry & precious metals) limit on coverage, i checked with UPS and was told that they would pay. When i press the CSR with "are you sure, there's some folks saying "watches, jewelry, precious metals are limited" she came back with - "oh, .....uhm, let me check with my supervisor" and then came back indicating the coverage was limited to the then limit of $500.

just trying to prevent you the headache and the loss.

I'm sure it's in their declaration of tariffs if you care to research it on their website.

Thanks for the heads up, I'm going to check into that

Robbyvm · 23 February 2012, 03:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Puffy

I choose not to divulge exactly how I ship goods to/from the UK/US should US customs be reading this page

Scary Hat · 23 February 2012, 05:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Puffy

send FedEx

2x.

Avoid USPS.

Andy B · 23 February 2012, 07:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scary Hat

Avoid USPS.

It's now on it's way..USPS.

Andy.

Andy B · 8 March 2012, 08:43 AM

.......and here it is

Thanks Joe

adam78 · 8 March 2012, 09:37 AM

Sure is a beauty, Andy!

Robbyvm · 8 March 2012, 11:29 PM

congratulations, beautiful watch !!

mfer · 10 March 2012, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Puffy

I choose not to divulge exactly how I ship goods to/from the UK/US should US customs be reading this page

Let me guess....

Kingair · 10 March 2012, 08:19 AM

Nice
But I would never use USPS for shipping watches
Fedex 2 day to Europe - really good price compared to USPS
My .02

22 February 2012, 06:39 AM	#1
Andy B "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Cheshire, England Posts: 275	US Shipping Problem Have just bought a vintage watch from a seller in the USA (I am in the UK) and want to have it shipped here. The seller has been told by the Post Office that the shipping of watches and jewelery from the USA to the UK is prohibited, but can be sent to France. Is this correct?? I have had watches shipped here before from the USA with no problem and the contents have been clearly labelled. Can anyone help? Andy. __________________ My Watches

22 February 2012, 06:53 AM	#3
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	send FedEx __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

22 February 2012, 07:02 AM	#4
tattooedfagin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Chad Location: the neighbourhood Watch: 1680 Red Posts: 2,262	total rubbish, seller can use FedEx, terrific 2 days service you can track the entire way __________________ SS Sub Date (F) DSSD (V) Red Sub (Mk4) TRF Hall of Fame

22 February 2012, 07:19 AM	#5
perpetualman88 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: David Farkas Location: Los Angeles Watch: 116610, 5712/1A Posts: 8,182	just sent a package via fedex very very quick international shipping and my package went through paris and then to its final destination. __________________ Instagram: @SwissWatchTime

22 February 2012, 08:06 AM	#7
larryccf "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: richmond, va Posts: 541	use parcel pro then you can choose between fedex or UPS but mainly cause they'll insure it over the $500 limit (it may have gone up, but it used to be fedex, ups nor postal would pay out more than $500 on a loss on a watch - they'dd sell you the insurance but wouldn't honor it above $500) that's where parcel pro kicks in - they cover the loss above the carriers limit, up to whatever you paid for - plus their fedex / ups rates are great. I'm a contract shipper with UPS and get a 22% discount. Parcel pro indicated to me they get a 40% discount and pass that onto the customer. Last 3 watches i shipped via parcel pro ran about $18 cheaper using them than if i'd put it thru my own UPS acct - go figure. but the insurance is the main reason. If you do go parcel pro, do not select "order a pickup" - that'll add $10 to the shipping bill - you'll print the label off the parcel pro screen, package it and drop off at a kinko's or staples, whichever you choose to go with (think it's UPS at kinko's and fedex at staples) fwiw

22 February 2012, 06:41 AM	#2
sjgreen12 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Scott Location: LA Watch: 116519 Posts: 93	Try G4SI. They are fantastic. http://www.g4si.com/default.aspx Good luck.

22 February 2012, 07:39 AM	#6
sjgreen12 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Scott Location: LA Watch: 116519 Posts: 93	Fedex won't insure over $1k for shipments within the USA... not sure about international shipments.

22 February 2012, 09:36 AM	#8
Robbyvm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Belgium Posts: 2,239	You can get higher insurance with fedex if you label it as watch parts instead of a watch. I did some time ago wit a 7k insurance.

22 February 2012, 11:53 PM	#9
Harryo Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Harriet Location: Tokyo Watch: 1963 GMT Posts: 76	Fedex is brill-just be sure to check out any possible import tax though...anytime I have used Fedex to get stuff to me (albeit here in Japan), they have always charged import duties, whereas other shippers seem more easy going. All the best!

23 February 2012, 01:51 AM	#12
rr-nyc Liar & Ratbag Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Renato Location: NYC / Miami Beach Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 5,344	Since international package through the US postal service requires a declaration form, they say no watches because the package often goes missing. You can, like previously stated, declare watch parts or anything else to get the insured value up to par. I've run into that problem sending watches to my wife's native country.

23 February 2012, 02:14 AM	#14
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	I choose not to divulge exactly how I ship goods to/from the UK/US should US customs be reading this page __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

23 February 2012, 03:11 AM	#16
mboverst "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Dallas Posts: 1,683	I actually sent two packages to Cheshire from Dallas, TX two weeks ago that made it in 22 hours door to door via FedEx Priority International w/ ParcelPro insurance. I've never heard anyone say they can't send watches from the US to the UK???

8 March 2012, 08:43 AM	#21
Andy B "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Cheshire, England Posts: 275	.......and here it is Thanks Joe Attached Images __________________ My Watches

8 March 2012, 09:37 AM	#22
adam78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,830	Sure is a beauty, Andy! __________________ Cheers, Adam

8 March 2012, 11:29 PM	#23
Robbyvm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Belgium Posts: 2,239	congratulations, beautiful watch !!

10 March 2012, 08:19 AM	#25
Kingair "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Watch: Not enough ;-) Posts: 21,232	Nice But I would never use USPS for shipping watches Fedex 2 day to Europe - really good price compared to USPS My .02

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