Members from Hong Kong?

[inspires]

Originally Posted by bcacncnc

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.

I myself is currently based in Shanghai (expat living here for the last 2 years), and I absolutely LOVE Hong Kong , 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... ) 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]

Originally Posted by multimedia

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

I myself is currently based in Shanghai (expat living here for the last 2 years), and I absolutely LOVE Hong Kong , 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... ) 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

[multimedia]

Originally Posted by inspires

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

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

(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!!

[inspires]

Originally Posted by R_Lui

Going to HK on Jan 2010....

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

[J.Wong]

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.

[inspires]

Originally Posted by 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.

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

[J.Wong]

Originally Posted by inspires

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

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

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]

Originally Posted by 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

I completely agree with Joe on this one. 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

[J.Wong]

Originally Posted by TABACCO

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

Originally Posted by 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

Originally Posted by inspires

I completely agree with Joe on this one. 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.

[Carlos98326194]

wow!
Haven't view this one for ages...

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

[Carlos98326194]

So guys.. any news on the price increase?
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]

Originally Posted by 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

This is so true...
You can regularly see alot of people from China that come to HK to shop. and i mean SHOP...
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]

Originally Posted by Carlos98326194

This is so true...
You can regularly see alot of people from China that come to HK to shop. and i mean SHOP...
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]

Originally Posted by 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... :)

Originally Posted by 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?

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]

Originally Posted by 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

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!

[J.Wong]

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]

Originally Posted by 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

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

[J.Wong]

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