Good time to buy in Europe?

[Fifteen]

Exchange rate for USD to EUR is highly favorable right now for Americans. Even if Americans purchase gray prices in Europe, are there some deals to be had due to FX rates? Deals meaning buying gray in Europe is better than gray in USA

[SLWoodster]

It’s not just europe. Across the world. Japanese exchange rates are excellent. I see a full set hulk in asia for $18,700 USD today. Lol. Dealers here still trying to get low $20’s at least.

[amh]

I'll answer on behalf of the EU ADs: "Go back to your country and buy Rolex there"


(First hand experience....)

[Miker86]

Originally Posted by amh

I'll answer on behalf of the EU ADs: "Go back to your country and buy Rolex there"


(First hand experience....)

The grays don’t care where you’re from.

[Bizcut1]

I'll answer on behalf of the EU Grey Market:

"We're open. Bring money."

[7enderbender]

Just make sure to factor in sales tax and tariffs when going back to the US. Of course you can bring it back without declaring it but be prepared for issues if you get caught.

[joespeed29]

Originally Posted by Bizcut1

I'll answer on behalf of the EU Grey Market:

"We're open. Bring money."

where to find reputable greys in Spain/Ibiza Italy?

headed to those spots for two weeks this month....

[TimepieceRPP]

Originally Posted by amh

I'll answer on behalf of the EU ADs: "Go back to your country and buy Rolex there"


(First hand experience....)

haha. So true. I am pretty sure US has more stock than anywhere in the world.

[duquephart]

Originally Posted by 7enderbender

Just make sure to factor in sales tax and tariffs when going back to the US. Of course you can bring it back without declaring it but be prepared for issues if you get caught.

Flying in from AMS recently we were told that declarations no longer need to be made. Only need to sign the form and turn it in. Customs (ORD) was basically just hand in the form, a stamp and a wave through.

[amh]

Originally Posted by duquephart

Flying in from AMS recently we were told that declarations no longer need to be made. Only need to sign the form and turn it in. Customs (ORD) was basically just hand in the form, a stamp and a wave through.

I've never had to pay a penny of tax even when declaring a watch. They only care if you have meat with you. Then they'll send in the bloodhounds and tear apart your luggage.

Cheese, wine & chocolate ok. Sausage is not - the dogs know.

[Solo118]

Originally Posted by 7enderbender

Just make sure to factor in sales tax and tariffs when going back to the US. Of course you can bring it back without declaring it but be prepared for issues if you get caught.

This is what my concern is as well. Let's say you find a great deal, there are import duties involved I assume (if shipping the watch to your home/office from EU)

I also assume VAT is included in their price, is that refundable?

[Wmesallem]

This is hit and miss. I travel a lot and never lie when asked at passport control. I’ve seen people stopped and have there watches checked. As for me, they’ve never stopped me. Declare the value and explain the purchase of they ask. Depending on your CBP agent, they’ll probably let you just walk right in without a search. Word of advice, food and ag is the major flag, especially meat and produce. Don’t bother bringing something like that in if you have a high value item, you WILL be stopped. Dogs can even smell an apple or Banana from the plane.


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[Littletommy]

What does this post have anything to do with.....

"Ebay and internet sales authenticity, real/fake identification discussion"

[SoPhilly]

Wondering is it good time to buy in Africa, or the middle east or even south east asia....

[Rolexatlast]

Originally Posted by SoPhilly

Wondering is it good time to buy in Africa, or the middle east or even south east asia....

No.

Apparently, prices are tanking, so bad time to buy anything second hand

[SoPhilly]

Originally Posted by Rolexatlast

No.

Apparently, prices are tanking, so bad time to buy anything second hand

Am I missing something here? Wouldn't it be good for me to buy AD or second hand if prices are falling back to normal levels?

[Rolexatlast]

Originally Posted by SoPhilly

Am I missing something here? Wouldn't it be good for me to buy AD or second hand if prices are falling back to normal levels?

No. Because it will be cheaper tomorrow. Unless you can buy new at an AD, in which case, go for it

[Wahlberg]

Prices in Europe were never interesting compared to the US, even now. Why bother shopping here?