ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

southtexas · 8 July 2014, 08:10 AM

I understand this can create problems, and I am searching stateside for one. However, I've located one in HK; what would import duty % be on it? Or, if it is detected in customs, will/might it simply be seized?

Thanks

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

AbsolutelyROLEX! · 8 July 2014, 08:48 AM

It will be seized and if it has any aftermarket parts, it will be confiscated for good

Old Expat Beast · 8 July 2014, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by anderl712000

It will be seized and if it has any aftermarket parts, it will be confiscated for good

What if it is all authentic? Will it be returned to sender or allowed through eventually?

AbsolutelyROLEX! · 9 July 2014, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

What if it is all authentic? Will it be returned to sender or allowed through eventually?

Only if they feel like it Adam, and not without paying a fine of around 1k

HL65 · 8 July 2014, 10:12 AM

Can't do it...Lots of threads on this topic.

joe100 · 8 July 2014, 10:47 AM

Importing a Rolex into the USA through the mail is illegal. Best thing to do is not to try, it can turn into a mess real fast

Old Expat Beast · 8 July 2014, 10:54 AM

Robby...American Airlines just started flying non-stop Dallas to HK. There's your solution, bro.

southtexas · 8 July 2014, 11:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Robby...American Airlines just started flying non-stop Dallas to HK. There's your solution, bro.

Haha...Problem solved! Thanks Adam!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Tools · 8 July 2014, 11:44 AM

Here is the story..

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=343143

crowncollection · 8 July 2014, 11:16 AM

Can't do it to my understanding

JustinK · 8 July 2014, 11:47 AM

I bought a Rolex online and the seller was in Brazil. On the custom forms he listed the watch as being sent for repairs. I guess I got lucky.

Lgear080 · 8 July 2014, 11:54 AM

Playing w fire... Any relatives in Canada or Mexico?

kaseri · 8 July 2014, 12:46 PM

Unless you plan on buying and wearing it back don't bother. The risks far outweigh the rewards. Rolex has a team of lawyers and an endless amount of money to pursue any and all legal actions against you. If you are not able to purchase & wear the watch back in person and you're looking to save some money then it makes more sense (in my opinion) to speak with one of the trusted sellers on TRF. They will be able to source virtually any watch you want and you'll save some money in the process.

jvmartin · 8 July 2014, 07:45 PM

The minute the watch reaches customs... you will get a call or email from Gibney, Anthony, and Flaherty (Rolex's legal counsel based in New York). They will ask you the purpose for the importation. If you are lucky they will merely decline the entrance of the package into the country and send back to sender. If you are not customs will confiscate and destroy it.

Old Expat Beast · 8 July 2014, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jvmartin

The minute the watch reaches customs... you will get a call or email from Gibney, Anthony, and Flaherty (Rolex's legal counsel based in New York). They will ask you the purpose for the importation. If you are lucky they will merely decline the entrance of the package into the country and send back to sender. If you are not customs will confiscate and destroy it.

That must be a fun job. I wonder how they do it.

never2late · 8 July 2014, 09:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

That must be a fun job. I wonder how they do it.

By wearing it till it falls apart.

BMW Guy · 10 July 2014, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

That must be a fun job. I wonder how they do it.

My guess.

southtexas · 10 July 2014, 12:21 PM

Solved my problem by buying from a US seller here on the forum. Watch arrives Friday!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

kaseri · 11 July 2014, 05:17 AM

8 July 2014, 08:10 AM	#1
southtexas 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Great State of TX Posts: 5,763	Shipping Rolex into USA I understand this can create problems, and I am searching stateside for one. However, I've located one in HK; what would import duty % be on it? Or, if it is detected in customs, will/might it simply be seized? Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Forty six & 2 are just ahead of me. Follow me on Instagram @ccrolex

8 July 2014, 08:48 AM	#2
AbsolutelyROLEX! "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Andy Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: AKA: ANDERL712000 Posts: 4,935	It will be seized and if it has any aftermarket parts, it will be confiscated for good __________________ We want to be the first in the field and Rolex should be seen as the one and only-the best. Hans Wilsdorf, Rolex founder

8 July 2014, 10:12 AM	#5
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,004	Can't do it...Lots of threads on this topic. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

8 July 2014, 10:47 AM	#6
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,840	Importing a Rolex into the USA through the mail is illegal. Best thing to do is not to try, it can turn into a mess real fast __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

8 July 2014, 11:44 AM	#9
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Here is the story.. http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=343143 __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

8 July 2014, 10:54 AM	#7
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,820	Robby...American Airlines just started flying non-stop Dallas to HK. There's your solution, bro.

8 July 2014, 11:16 AM	#10
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,216	Can't do it to my understanding __________________ watches many

8 July 2014, 11:47 AM	#11
JustinK 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Justin Location: Jupiter, FL Watch: 1530,1665,1680 Posts: 2,064	I bought a Rolex online and the seller was in Brazil. On the custom forms he listed the watch as being sent for repairs. I guess I got lucky.

8 July 2014, 11:54 AM	#12
Lgear080 Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NYC Posts: 3,506	Playing w fire... Any relatives in Canada or Mexico?

8 July 2014, 12:46 PM	#13
kaseri "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: USA Posts: 350	Unless you plan on buying and wearing it back don't bother. The risks far outweigh the rewards. Rolex has a team of lawyers and an endless amount of money to pursue any and all legal actions against you. If you are not able to purchase & wear the watch back in person and you're looking to save some money then it makes more sense (in my opinion) to speak with one of the trusted sellers on TRF. They will be able to source virtually any watch you want and you'll save some money in the process.

8 July 2014, 07:45 PM	#14
jvmartin "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 2,349	The minute the watch reaches customs... you will get a call or email from Gibney, Anthony, and Flaherty (Rolex's legal counsel based in New York). They will ask you the purpose for the importation. If you are lucky they will merely decline the entrance of the package into the country and send back to sender. If you are not customs will confiscate and destroy it.

10 July 2014, 12:21 PM	#18
southtexas 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Great State of TX Posts: 5,763	Shipping Rolex into USA Solved my problem by buying from a US seller here on the forum. Watch arrives Friday! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Forty six & 2 are just ahead of me. Follow me on Instagram @ccrolex

11 July 2014, 05:17 AM	#19
kaseri "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: USA Posts: 350

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)