Purchasing vintage from UK

[RJC1]

Has anyone ever purchased from UK Specialist Watches? I'm looking for a Red Sub and this one looks very nice, if I could get it for the right price. Also has anyone in the US ever had any problems with purchasing watches in the UK? One last question... does this watch look correct?? Thanks

http://www.ukspecialistwatches.co.uk...-1969-vintage/

[RolexAuthority]

This company I do know and trust 1000% and they also have a red sub below is a link to it I've bought from them and highly recommend them I've not heard of the company you mentioned but that's not to say it's not a great one but check out all options my friend
http://www.watchclub.com/w8969/rolex...ge-red-writing

[RJC1]

Originally Posted by RolexAuthority

This company I do know and trust 1000% and they also have a red sub below is a link to it I've bought from them and highly recommend them I've not heard of the company you mentioned but that's not to say it's not a great one but check out all options my friend
http://www.watchclub.com/w8969/rolex...ge-red-writing

Thank you. I was also looking at that watch. I'll call them tomorrow.

[RolexAuthority]

Cool ask for Dean he'll help you out you can negotiate by the way you'll probably get maybe a few hundred pounds off realistically not say a thousand - need to push them though give them a bit I can only spend so much story - they will deal and any money saved buy yourself a nice London meal :) pm me if you need any extra advice

[RolexAuthority]

Will you be in London to pick it up I presume as you know shipping Rolex to USA is a problem ? Just making sure you're not expecting to ship from uk to USA

[dera]

Originally Posted by RolexAuthority

Will you be in London to pick it up I presume as you know shipping Rolex to USA is a problem ? Just making sure you're not expecting to ship from uk to USA

Shipping a Rolex to USA hasn't been a problem for about a year now, no need to worry about the grey market protection anymore.

[RolexAuthority]

I wasn't aware of this if that's truly the case I stand corrected I was under impression it was legally an issue with Rolex

[RJC1]

Originally Posted by RolexAuthority

Will you be in London to pick it up I presume as you know shipping Rolex to USA is a problem ? Just making sure you're not expecting to ship from uk to USA

Thank you for all the advice. I was unaware of a problem shipping to the US. I'll ask them tomorrow if they ship internationally. Thanks again

[Wing Zero]

One thing to keep in mind are the hands on both the watches you linked to..
They both look like luminova replacements and don't match the dial plots.

2nd red also has a 704 crown.. not a big deal, but things to keep in mind.

[RJC1]

Originally Posted by Wing Zero

One thing to keep in mind are the hands on both the watches you linked to..
They both look like luminova replacements and don't match the dial plots.

2nd red also has a 704 crown.. not a big deal, but things to keep in mind.

Thank you, I just exchanged emails with Jacek from HQ Milton and he is looking for one for me. So I'm in pretty good hands now!

[RolexAuthority]

Originally Posted by RJC1

Thank you, I just exchanged emails with Jacek from HQ Milton and he is looking for one for me. So I'm in pretty good hands now!

Jacek is a top guy your in very very safe hands with him well done

[dera]

Originally Posted by RolexAuthority

I wasn't aware of this if that's truly the case I stand corrected I was under impression it was legally an issue with Rolex

https://www.crownandcaliber.com/watc...-united-states

However, it appears that these restrictions have been lifted as of early April. After speaking with two different U.S. Customs officials, we have received confirmation that Rolex watches, both new and pre-owned, can now be shipped into the United States and the company no longer possesses “Gray Market Patent Protections.” The lift of these Rolex importation restrictions can also be confirmed on the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol website. Notice that the page says “NO” to “Gray Market Importations Restricted.” While the officials offered no details and did not elaborate on the matter, it is clear that the restrictions are no longer in place, which means that Rolex watches can now be imported into the United States. We will continue to update this post as more information is presented to us.

[RJC1]

Originally Posted by dera

https://www.crownandcaliber.com/watc...-united-states

Thanks, That was an interesting read. I had no idea that customs could just confiscate your rolex and auction it off. Even though the restrictions have been lifted, I think I would still be a little nervous to have one shipped!

[RolexAuthority]

I wouldn't risk it it just takes one person to confiscate your watch and it's gone be safe speak to Jacek as you mentioned or I very very highly recommend Andrew Shear he's a top guy extremely safe hands

[kingfisher]

Originally Posted by RJC1

Has anyone ever purchased from UK Specialist Watches? I'm looking for a Red Sub and this one looks very nice, if I could get it for the right price. Also has anyone in the US ever had any problems with purchasing watches in the UK? One last question... does this watch look correct?? Thanks

http://www.ukspecialistwatches.co.uk...-1969-vintage/

Hi,

I was wondering if you managed to succesfully import this into US
thanks

[RolexAuthority]

He bought from USA in the end from very trusted seller and hit a great red sub