Members from Hong Kong?

[Carlos98326194]

Hello Everyone! Just wondering if anyone here is from Hong kong?
Head count pls.. :rofl::cheers:
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[inspires]

Hello Everyone! Just wondering if anyone here is from Hong kong?
Head count pls.. :rofl::cheers:
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+1 Here!!! :bye:

[inspires]

[QUOTE=quocubnum;1366510]SPAM :comeandge

[AVS]

Hey all,

I used to be from Canada, but recently has moved back to Hong Kong and its been quite a long while since my last log-in to TRF... :)

[mailman]

[QUOTE=quocubnum;1366510]SPAM :comeandge

:bye: :chuckle: :cheers:

[TABACCO]

hi guys, i might go to hongkong this november, do u know any place were i can buy pre owned PANERAI watches there? thanks have a nice day.

[TABACCO]

had a wonderful time in HK:joy:

[TABACCO]

additional photos :smokin:

[TABACCO]

:dude::dude::dude:

[TABACCO]

:twit::twit::twit:

[TABACCO]

:thumbsup:

[TABACCO]

:cheers::cheers::cheers:

[TABACCO]

am i the only 1 in this forum???:crying:

[inspires]

Nice pics Ed!

Sorry I haven't checked this thread lately. Are you still in Hong Kong? Drop me a line if you are.

[inspires]

Hey all,

I used to be from Canada, but recently has moved back to Hong Kong and its been quite a long while since my last log-in to TRF... :)

Same here. I'm originally from Vancouver.

[TABACCO]

hello eric, are u chinese born canadian? anyway i love visiting your country, watches there are awesome!! have u visited the PHILIPPINES? its about 2hrs flight from HK.anyway im back in manila and might go there again this november, do u know any store that are selling pre owned watches? i went to your local AD and they told me all rolex are standard 8% discount only, is it true? :thinking:

[inspires]

hello eric, are u chinese born canadian? anyway i love visiting your country, watches there are awesome!! have u visited the PHILIPPINES? its about 2hrs flight from HK.anyway im back in manila and might go there again this november, do u know any store that are selling pre owned watches? i went to your local AD and they told me all rolex are standard 8% discount only, is it true? :thinking:

Check your PM :thumbsup:

[hennabav]

:dude::dude::dude:


My family is from HK and still have many relatives there. I've personally been several times. HK is definitely watch heaven. Great choice of watch you have there. Definitely one I would seriously consider for my next watch!!

[TABACCO]

alrite eric, il let u know thanks amigo

[bodybump]

more pics kabayan ED!!!

[2careless]

I was born in HK, but migrated to Aus like 20 years ago. Does it still count? :chuckle:

[bcacncnc]

Hi all

Newbie from HKG. Anyone with info on the best discount on the Deepsea, and the AD could you kindly let me know...Thanks.

[Cocobaci]

anyone know the watch empire in hong kong?

[Cocobaci]

Or M LTD?

[inspires]

Hi all

Newbie from HKG. Anyone with info on the best discount on the Deepsea, and the AD could you kindly let me know...Thanks.

I can get 13% at an AD for you.

If you don't mind Grey Market, you're looking at about $60K HKD.

Cheers,

Eric

[inspires]

anyone know the watch empire in hong kong?

No, never heard of them, but then again there are more Watch Dealers in Hong Kong than 7-Elevens.

If you're looking for an AD, I generally deal with Emperor Watches.

[bcacncnc]

Hello Eric,

That is great information. I have begun to ask around some friends who know a little more about watches than me. Here is the common and general understanding I have.

Currently (Nov 09), Rolex ADs in HK are offering 8% of RRP as standard.
I have a "distant" contact who says at Oriental Watch, the discounts get up to 18% off. I am trying to get this confirmed if true and applicable for the Deep Sea.
I have a friend who bought the DS when about 1 year ago. He paid HKD$68.5 which is the CURRENT RRP - ie no discount.
He tells me if you can get 8% off its a good deal... but I think its possible to get more : ) Theoretically, this means the price has gone DOWN. But I am not sure about what price rises have come in since launch? Does anyone know what the ORIGINAL LAUNCH price was for the DS in HKG? How many price increases have past and what were the increases?
Another source - family friend of a good friend who works at AD, tells me that he MAY be able to get a little better than 8% - but due to the EURO increasing its not easy.

Eric, can you help me with info on how to get 13% off? I am particularly interested in DS and MAYBE a second watch for my wife, thinking Oyster Perpetual, can't remember the model but he price RRP$29,700.

Thanks

[bcacncnc]

One more thing Eric.

13% off RRP ($68.5k) means $59,595 - from AD

But then you say grey market is $60k.

I would def prefer from AD.

[TABACCO]

lots of people in HK loves their watches, i saw a guy selling newspapers and magazines on the street in causeway bay wearing a two toned submariner. im amazed!!

[inspires]

One more thing Eric.

13% off RRP ($68.5k) means $59,595 - from AD

But then you say grey market is $60k.

I would def prefer from AD.

That's if you can find one in stock at the AD my friend :chuckle: just like how the GMTIIC is never in stock at ADs here.

[inspires]

Eric, can you help me with info on how to get 13% off? I am particularly interested in DS and MAYBE a second watch for my wife, thinking Oyster Perpetual, can't remember the model but he price RRP$29,700.

Thanks

The only way you can get 13% off the GMTIIC or the DeepSea in HKG is if you have a purchase history with the AD or you know someone that does.

If you're in HKG and you are ready to buy, let me know and I will take you to Emperor Watch in TST, they are one of the "FEW" ADs are actually listed on the Rolex Site.

Cheers,

Eric

[bcacncnc]

Thank you so much Eric for your kind offer.

I must admit I am VERY close to buying the DS, but my wife keeps reminding me about the tax payable etc etc. I am still wearing a cheap ass Seiko - which by the way I am happy with, but I am just looking for that ONE "big spender" watch that I really really like that I can wear for life. Right now, my heart says Deep Sea. Something about it mesmerises me. I'm hoping to start my tradition, by wearing this one watch for many years and then passing it onto my son.

My good friend has a PAM 90 J 44mm model on offer. Whilst costing much less than the DS and whilst I DO like it, my heart still lingers for the DS. I'm in two worlds, by an "interim" watch, the PAM 90... or just go all out and spend $60k on the DS.

I think with watches of this price/caliber, it really boils down to being an emotional purchase - thats what they do very well with with their marketing anyway - so its heart versus mind with the purchase, unless you are flooded with cash. I'm pulled two ways now.

Thanks again Eric, and I will message you with more details.

And "hello" to the HK forum members.

[inspires]

What tax payable are you referring to?

It sounds like you have your heart set on the SDDS as opposed to liking the PAM90 that your friend has to offer. Either way, don't rush into the purchase, as I've had emotional purchases that I've regretted and ended up selling the piece off.

Shoot me a PM when you think you're ready.

Cheers,

Eric

[sea-dweller]

My wife is a Hong Kong native, who came to the US for formal studies. After we met, she fell in love with living in California and did not return to Hong Kong to live. My wife and I visit her family in Hong Kong about once a year (usually in Dec or Jan) and I absolutely love the watch viewing and Rolex shopping in Hong Kong. Best place in the world to buy a Rolex !!!

[multimedia]

New member here who just wanted to say hi to all Hongkers. :bye:

I myself is currently based in Shanghai (expat living here for the last 2 years), and I absolutely LOVE Hong Kong :wav:, so of course I try to visit the city as often as possible.

Visited the official Rolex AD on Queens Rd. earlier this summer, and got the "standard" 8% off on both Rolex and Tudor. Tried to reason with them (have learned a few tricks from living in China... :blah:) but to no success. Did however leave the store with a new Tudor for the wife.

Have set my eyes on the GMT IIc, but like you say Eric, they are very hard to find in stock at the AD's. And that also makes me wonder if you actually can get the 8% off on this model as well. Any input here would be much appreciated.

Cheers,
Joe

[R_Lui]

Going to HK on Jan 2010....

[inspires]

New member here who just wanted to say hi to all Hongkers. :bye:

I myself is currently based in Shanghai (expat living here for the last 2 years), and I absolutely LOVE Hong Kong :wav:, so of course I try to visit the city as often as possible.

Visited the official Rolex AD on Queens Rd. earlier this summer, and got the "standard" 8% off on both Rolex and Tudor. Tried to reason with them (have learned a few tricks from living in China... :blah:) but to no success. Did however leave the store with a new Tudor for the wife.

Have set my eyes on the GMT IIc, but like you say Eric, they are very hard to find in stock at the AD's. And that also makes me wonder if you actually can get the 8% off on this model as well. Any input here would be much appreciated.

Cheers,
Joe

Hi Joe - I can get 13% off the GMTIIC, but again would need let the AD know in advance to locate one for you if you're planning a trip to HK.

Ironically I just returned from Shanghai today :thumbsup:

[multimedia]

Hi Joe - I can get 13% off the GMTIIC, but again would need let the AD know in advance to locate one for you if you're planning a trip to HK.

Ironically I just returned from Shanghai today :thumbsup:

Thx for the heads up Eric. I really appreciate the offer! :thumbsup:

(hope it wasn't to cold for you in Shanghai. Winter has unfortunately already arrived (the earliest in 28 years they say), and today I even saw some snowflakes in the air... Well, at least winter isn't very long here, that's for sure)

Cheers,
Joe

[TABACCO]

shanghai baby yeah!! :thumbsup:

[inspires]

Going to HK on Jan 2010....

Robert - drop me a line if you need AD or Vintage shop recommendations :thumbsup:

[AVS]

Vintage shop recommendation boys? I've seen the one on Middle Road, they had a 6263 , 1680, 2 x 1655's and a 18k 1675 on display. Not bad but most people under appreciate and walk past the shop. I stood there for about a good 10 mins. :thumbsup:

[inspires]

Vintage shop recommendation boys? I've seen the one on Middle Road, they had a 6263 , 1680, 2 x 1655's and a 18k 1675 on display. Not bad but most people under appreciate and walk past the shop. I stood there for about a good 10 mins. :thumbsup:

That's Pak Lee - one of the most reputable vintage shops in Hong Kong. They were able to find a 1977 production 1680 for me which I picked up a few months ago. Good guys :thumbsup:

[AVS]

That's Pak Lee - one of the most reputable vintage shops in Hong Kong. They were able to find a 1977 production 1680 for me which I picked up a few months ago. Good guys :thumbsup:

Sweet! I keep looking at their display case outside but DO NOT WANT TO go inside. It will break my bank!! :chuckle:

But damn! They got some nice things on display. Will talk to them when I got some money to buy a new...emm.. vintage piece.

[TABACCO]

hello guys, im goin to SHANGHAI in 2 weeks time, any preowed watch store u guys can recommend? thanks a bunch

[multimedia]

Sorry ED, but I can't help you out here. The reason being that I much rather hold on to my money and use them during my trips down to Hong Kong. The tax on luxury products here in China are ridiculously high, plus after living here for while I have a hard time trusting people when not dealing with an official seller (sorry to say, but that's the way it is here many times)

Cheers,
Joe

[inspires]

Sorry ED, but I can't help you out here. The reason being that I much rather hold on to my money and use them during my trips down to Hong Kong. The tax on luxury products here in China are ridiculously high, plus after living here for while I have a hard time trusting people when not dealing with an official seller (sorry to say, but that's the way it is here many times)

Cheers,
Joe

I completely agree with Joe on this one. :thumbsup: Hong Kong is probably the best place in all of Asia for selection, reputation and prices for the pre-owned luxury watch market.

Save up for your next trip to HK and I'll take you around.

Cheers,

Eric

[AVS]

hello guys, im goin to SHANGHAI in 2 weeks time, any preowed watch store u guys can recommend? thanks a bunch

Sorry ED, but I can't help you out here. The reason being that I much rather hold on to my money and use them during my trips down to Hong Kong. The tax on luxury products here in China are ridiculously high, plus after living here for while I have a hard time trusting people when not dealing with an official seller (sorry to say, but that's the way it is here many times)

Cheers,
Joe

I completely agree with Joe on this one. :thumbsup: Hong Kong is probably the best place in all of Asia for selection, reputation and prices for the pre-owned luxury watch market.

Save up for your next trip to HK and I'll take you around.

Cheers,

Eric

What they said, if you wanted a 3rd opinion, you've got it! I frequently fly to Shanghai for business and I would never consider to look for a pre-owned piece up in China.. even in Shanghai (which I consider to be the safest city in China).. Hong Kong is the place.. especially for ROLEX. You can find more vintages and pre-owned here then on any of the forums. :thumbsup:

[Carlos98326194]

wow!:dude::dude::thumbsup::thumbsup::clap::clap:
Haven't view this one for ages... :rofl::rofl:

wow! 13% on a GMT2c in an AD is really good! :cheers:

[Carlos98326194]

So guys.. any news on the price increase? :thinking::thinking:
Tudor just have its increase on Dec 1 2009 in HK. Most AD says that Rolex's price increase is just around the corner..

[Carlos98326194]

Sorry ED, but I can't help you out here. The reason being that I much rather hold on to my money and use them during my trips down to Hong Kong. The tax on luxury products here in China are ridiculously high, plus after living here for while I have a hard time trusting people when not dealing with an official seller (sorry to say, but that's the way it is here many times)

Cheers,
Joe

This is so true... :thumbsup:
You can regularly see alot of people from China that come to HK to shop. and i mean SHOP... :cheers::cheers:
I once saw a couple of mainlanders inside a ROLEX AD that bought 4 rolex watches and also have many paper bags of LV and GUCCI.

[inspires]

This is so true... :thumbsup:
You can regularly see alot of people from China that come to HK to shop. and i mean SHOP... :cheers::cheers:
I once saw a couple of mainlanders inside a ROLEX AD that bought 4 rolex watches and also have many paper bags of LV and GUCCI.

Hi Carlos - glad to see the original poster back on!

Perhaps we should round up a GTG now that we have a few bodies responding to this HK thread.

Cheers,

Eric

[trophy]

Hey all,

I used to be from Canada, but recently has moved back to Hong Kong and its been quite a long while since my last log-in to TRF... :)

hello eric, are u chinese born canadian? anyway i love visiting your country, watches there are awesome!! have u visited the PHILIPPINES? its about 2hrs flight from HK.anyway im back in manila and might go there again this november, do u know any store that are selling pre owned watches? i went to your local AD and they told me all rolex are standard 8% discount only, is it true? :thinking:

hi ed, im also from the philippines....just want to ask where we can buy rolex at a cheaper price, is it in an AD in HK or Manila. Here in Manila, i bought my 1st rolex ss sub lv at Washington. do you have an experience in buying pre owned? what do you advice? many thanks...

[serge131]

Hi guys,
I will be visiting HK in december. I was wondering if the sea dweller(not the deep sea) is still being sold there.
thanks!
Serge

[inspires]

Hi guys,
I will be visiting HK in december. I was wondering if the sea dweller(not the deep sea) is still being sold there.
thanks!
Serge

Hello my fellow Canadian - to answer your question, you can find any Rolex imaginable in Hong Kong.

Cheers,

Eric

[inspires]

Anyone up for a Hong Kong GTG?

[allenlau2000]

Hello all,

Also reside in HK, been here for the past 9 years... Eric, thanks again for your info in the other threads. GTG, what do you have in mind?

[inspires]

Dinner or Drinks? Somewhere we can casually chat about our obsession!

[AVS]

Sounds good! Hopefully by the time we meet up, I would have gotten my 1st acquisition of 2010!!

And Im curious to see what Eric (inspires) got as his "grail piece" :)

Jon

[inspires]

Sounds good! Hopefully by the time we meet up, I would have gotten my 1st acquisition of 2010!!

And Im curious to see what Eric (inspires) got as his "grail piece" :)

Jon

Hi Jon,

I just traded my 1675 today for a Milgauss GV, and I'm loving the feel of it on my wrist. Still saving up for my grail piece, and hopefully will find it this year. I've been through a lot of PAMs in the last 6 months and a couple of Rolexes.

How does Saturday night work for you guys? Jon and Allen? There's a few other guys from HK that I've been chatting with on and from TRF, if Saturday works for you guys I'll send some PM's out.

Cheers,

Eric

[AVS]

Eric, I thought you would be trading the 1675 for your "grail"! Milgauss is a great choice, and I think we have similar tastes. :)

I will be flying out to Shanghai later on tonight, and won't be back till early next week. So if I do miss this GTG, not to worry.. always a next time!

Jon

[inspires]

Eric, I thought you would be trading the 1675 for your "grail"! Milgauss is a great choice, and I think we have similar tastes. :)

I will be flying out to Shanghai later on tonight, and won't be back till early next week. So if I do miss this GTG, not to worry.. always a next time!

Jon

I'd have to trade more than my 1675 for my grail.

For my Rolex grail - think RED :thumbsup:

Perhaps we'll make the GTG sometime next week. This Saturday is probably too short notice

[allenlau2000]

HI Eric,

Can do Sat but will need to be back in Wan Chai 8ish.. So not sure if that fits the schedule... Late afternoon works better for me... Lemme know..

[inspires]

HI Eric,

Can do Sat but will need to be back in Wan Chai 8ish.. So not sure if that fits the schedule... Late afternoon works better for me... Lemme know..

Late afternoon works for me too. I was actually thinking drinks around 10 in Central, which do you prefer?

[allenlau2000]

eric, just pm'd you...

[AVS]

Hey guys, need some help here. I just picked up a Vintage piece and it needs to be re-serviced, tear down and re oil some components. I would bring it to RSC HK but afraid that they will replace some of the parts. Do you guys have specific watch makers for these services??

Thanks
Jon

[inspires]

Hey guys, need some help here. I just picked up a Vintage piece and it needs to be re-serviced, tear down and re oil some components. I would bring it to RSC HK but afraid that they will replace some of the parts. Do you guys have specific watch makers for these services??

Thanks
Jon

Hi Jon,

I brought my 5.1 million serial 1675 to RSC and they did a find job with it, as long as you tell them which parts not to touch. Also, depending on how old your vintage piece is and if you have papers, it might take some time.

I didn't have the papers on my 1675 and it took them 3 weeks to verify the serial number before they would work on it. After that, it took 2 weeks. I told them specifically not to touch the hands or the dial, which they didn't.

The did replace the plexi and crown as that was the only way it would pass the water pressure test.

The total on my bill was HKD $5700.

Cheers,

Eric

[landeriv]

Hi guys! I'm off to Hong Kong next weekend to buy myself an Explorer II (black). Can anyone recommend a good AD? I've called a few in Central but none are willing to give me more than 8% discount. Thanks!

[Carlos98326194]

You should try to pm Eric.

[inspires]

Reviving this thread - looking for more members from HK!!!

[EE33]

I travel to HK 2 to 3 times a year en route to China, love the place and normally stay on the Kowloon side.
Planning to return to HK/China at the end of the year/early January and would be awesome to catchup with the HK TRF members :thumbsup::cheers:

Religiously hit the racetrack (Happy Valley or Sha tin) on the Sunday afternoon. :worship:

[inspires]

I travel to HK 2 to 3 times a year en route to China, love the place and normally stay on the Kowloon side.
Planning to return to HK/China at the end of the year/early January and would be awesome to catchup with the HK TRF members :thumbsup::cheers:

Religiously hit the racetrack (Happy Valley or Sha tin) on the Sunday afternoon. :worship:

Hi Des,

Drop me PM when you've firmed up the dates for your next trip and we'll try to arrange a GTG when you're in town.

Cheers,

Eric

[egzbuen]

Hey guys, I was just there two months ago

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[EE33]

Hi Des,

Drop me PM when you've firmed up the dates for your next trip and we'll try to arrange a GTG when you're in town.

Cheers,

Eric
Thanks Eric, will certainly do that! :thumbsup::cheers:

[Aspirin]

+ one more here, I'm originally come from Hong Kong, but working right here in China all the time.

[nowzen]

Hi guys! I'm off to Hong Kong next weekend to buy myself an Explorer II (black). Can anyone recommend a good AD? I've called a few in Central but none are willing to give me more than 8% discount. Thanks!

I don't know of any AD's that will go more than 8%.
There are certainly grey market dealers that will go to 15%.

[nowzen]

Hey guys, need some help here. I just picked up a Vintage piece and it needs to be re-serviced, tear down and re oil some components. I would bring it to RSC HK but afraid that they will replace some of the parts. Do you guys have specific watch makers for these services??

Thanks
Jon

Greetings HongKongers!

To reiterate AVS's post... can anybody recommend a watchmaker to service (NOT RSC)?

I have a mini-sub I'd like to get polished up to sell. thanx.

[nowzen]

I posted a thread on preowned stores in Hong Kong here:
http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=143699

Please check it out and add any recommendations. Thanx. :smokin:

[Flyjet601]

Hey

A bit late checking in but Im here too:joy:

Been here nearly 5 years:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[RolexWatcher]

Reviving this thread - looking for more members from HK!!!

Hi inspires,

Wonder if I can be a member as well? :)

I am a new member here but I was previously based in Hong Kong for a few years but now based in London. Was actually in Hong Kong on business/holiday last year but I wasn't really into watches or Rolex back then. Now, I am planning to buy a Rolex this year. How things change!

Anyways, if all goes well, I might be headed back to Hong Kong for a while.

[nowzen]

Greetings HongKongers!

To reiterate AVS's post... can anybody recommend a watchmaker to service (NOT RSC)?

I have a mini-sub I'd like to get polished up to sell. thanx.

...anybody? :thinking:

[jamesh]

Another Hong Kong member here :bye:

[qualizon]

I'm originally from HK and now working in Chicago.

But I come back every CNY :-)

[Poohsan]

...anybody? :thinking:

Try talking to Mr. Wing Man at Chronomert Vintage Timepieces.

The shops address is:
Shop B112, Basement One,
Holiday Inn Golden Mile Hotel,
No 50 Mathan Road, TST,HK
Phone: (852) 2312-2062

Previously I had asked him the same question and he provided me with the contact information of the person he uses to polish his watches.

I think this is the contact's information but I'm not 100% sure so it would be best to ask Mr. Wing Man.


Mr. Fu Kwok Keung
Keung Kee Antique Watch & Lighter
1G, @b, G/F, Man Yuen Building.
Ferry Street, Jordan, Kowloon, KH
Phone (852) 2332-8813

[qualizon]

usually how much does it cost to polish a watch with light scratches in HK? will they be able to polish the watch right on the spot?

[paulshih]

a frequent HK visitor! working in dongguan, china!

[Stabes]

Lived in the UK up until five years ago... Love Hong Kong my new home!

[nowzen]

Try talking to Mr. Wing Man at Chronomert Vintage Timepieces.

The shops address is:
Shop B112, Basement One,
Holiday Inn Golden Mile Hotel,
No 50 Mathan Road, TST,HK
Phone: (852) 2312-2062

Previously I had asked him the same question and he provided me with the contact information of the person he uses to polish his watches.

I think this is the contact's information but I'm not 100% sure so it would be best to ask Mr. Wing Man.


Mr. Fu Kwok Keung
Keung Kee Antique Watch & Lighter
1G, @b, G/F, Man Yuen Building.
Ferry Street, Jordan, Kowloon, KH
Phone (852) 2332-8813

:thumbsup:
Thanx! Will definitely give them a try.