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Old 22 March 2011, 09:57 PM   #1
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Desmond, u are better off getting your Sub in Singapore. It is UNLIKELY to be cheaper in HK despite of the exchange rate. Rolex in HK is practically one of the most expensive in the world. If u are getting pre-owned, unless u have a sharp eye fur authentic pieces or if u have absolute faith in the pre-own dealer, its not very wise to go for one in HK.
Absolute rubbish.
There's many excellent deals and dealers in HK
You should be cautious buying preowned anywhere.

HONG KONG
Ken’s Watches www.kenwatches.com - 3 locations (see website), pretty good selection, fair pricing.
Pak Lee Watches – 4(?) Middle Rd, TST, Kowloon, Good selection, prices fair.
Noble Watch, Sino Centre, 582 Nathan Rd Mong Kok
(Recommended – this is where I found my 14060M “Y” series for 2,900 USD in near mint condition. This little mall has several stores that looked good with great prices (w/haggling)).
Unknown Name – store just around the corner from Sino Ctr. -40ish Dundas St.
Some nice stock, little pricey.
Kings Watches, 366 Portland, Mong Kok, Kowloon
Po Wan Lai Watches, Causeway Bay http://www.powanloiwatch.com.hk/productlist.php?id=3
Chuen Fat Watch and Jewellery, Jardine Street, Causeway Bay
Union Watch, Kimberley Rd. in the Champagne Court.
Tse’s Collection – 4 Ichang St, TST, Kowloon, Small collection, fair price.
Unknown Name – store just around the corner from Sino Ctr. -40ish Dundas St. Some nice stock, little pricey.
Unknown - Small shops in little mall 19? Kimberley Rd , Kowloon... this might be Champagne Mall mentioned above. Little stock, pricey
www.kwaiyanwatch.com 688 Nathan rd, Mong Kok, Kowloon



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There’s about 30 shops, just east of the old Lisboa Casino and few more across from the Star World.
Prices similar to HK. Figure on a 15% discount from the label. Not that many steel diver Sub types there – tons of glitzy, gold, diamond-studded bling stuff if that’s what you’re after. Macau is bigger than Vegas (in $ gambled) and I guess there's lots of rich Mainlander who didn't do well at the tables.
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Old 11 April 2010, 05:44 AM   #2
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Milgauss White (pre-owned) - around HK$34K - 35K, (balance-trade imported brand new) - HK$37K.
Milgauss GV (Brand New) - very firmed with listed price which is HK$48600.

Except Ken and Powanloi, you may consider "Kuen Kee" and "Kwai Yan".

www.kkwatch.com

www.kwaiyanwatch.com

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Old 15 April 2010, 07:17 PM   #3
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Thanks for the update Desmond.

Enjoy your new aquisition!
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Old 15 April 2010, 07:20 PM   #4
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Congrats Desmond on your new watch.

Sounds great

(we want to see pics pics... )

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Old 16 April 2010, 12:19 AM   #5
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Just been to HK. Prices are high and even when pushed the discount is around about 5 to 10% at most vintage or new, even taking into the exchange rate $US or UKŁ. Good range of dealers in the TST area on the Nathan Rd with nice watches. Buying in the US$ looks more favourable.
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Old 16 April 2010, 01:19 PM   #6
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Just been to HK. Prices are high and even when pushed the discount is around about 5 to 10% at most vintage or new, even taking into the exchange rate $US or UKŁ. Good range of dealers in the TST area on the Nathan Rd with nice watches. Buying in the US$ looks more favourable.
What do you mean by - 'buying in the US$ looks more favorable' ?
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Old 16 April 2010, 08:35 PM   #7
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I think maybe you went to the wrong shops, or maybe you looking rich and did not need the discount...lol (Just kidding no offence)

Even anyone off the street walks into the AD the discount for Sub LV is already 8% off List. If you have good relationship with the AD definetly more discount.


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Just been to HK. Prices are high and even when pushed the discount is around about 5 to 10% at most vintage or new, even taking into the exchange rate $US or UKŁ. Good range of dealers in the TST area on the Nathan Rd with nice watches. Buying in the US$ looks more favourable.
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Old 21 April 2010, 07:50 PM   #8
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Hi all,
To my experiences, USA, Japan, HKG, KL(Malaysia), Bangkok and Singapore are best places to buy a Rolex-whether it's a brand new or pre-owned. However, we should watch out the exchange rate from time to time to get the best final price based on USD)
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Old 1 February 2011, 01:10 PM   #9
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Hi everyone, new to the forum. But what a great forum.
I am looking to Travel into Hong Kong in July and looking to buy a Sub two tone in blue and gold. reference number 16613LB/97203. any guidance on current prices would be helpful, also any recommended dealers that people would like to list would be appreciated. Looking for help to buy my first Rolex.

Thanks all.
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Old 1 February 2011, 02:57 PM   #10
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Try, singapore if you are in the new market they have no taxes, you have to wear it home so you dont pay import tax, they also have a very extensive second hand market their regards
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Old 14 February 2011, 10:19 PM   #11
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Thanks crown collection any recommendations on where in Singapore to buy, I still cannot makeup my mind, blue two tone or green ss. Mmmm decisions decisions maybe time will tell or the price will decide :)
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Old 21 March 2011, 01:49 PM   #12
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so if i were to purchase a LV C, would i be better off getting one from a trusted seller on here or HK?

i might be planning a trip to HK
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Old 21 March 2011, 01:56 PM   #13
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If you can get one at a good price; nothing will stop you from buying it in HK.
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Old 21 March 2011, 02:13 PM   #14
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i just found out the RRP of Rolex in HK and it is about the same as buying from trusted TRF'er
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Old 21 March 2011, 09:19 PM   #15
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You'd be very lucky if you can find one in stock in hk. I've been looking for 5 months and not seen one in an AD yet. I have heard about them being available but these models sell very quickly.
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Old 22 March 2011, 08:34 AM   #16
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You'd be very lucky if you can find one in stock in hk. I've been looking for 5 months and not seen one in an AD yet. I have heard about them being available but these models sell very quickly.
really?
there is soo many AD's in HK too

i found one straight away here in Australia. (probably because the price is soo high it wont sell out)
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Old 22 March 2011, 03:11 PM   #17
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Yeah, I did ask at an independent AD who is still withholding one priced 10% above msrp. The larger chain stores will never do this so it's all down to how lucky you are finding one. Most won't specifically order one on your behalf either.
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Old 22 March 2011, 03:33 PM   #18
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thanks for the info

do you have any tips on where to go in HK for watch looking?
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Old 24 March 2011, 12:17 AM   #19
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Jumping in, and first post, but what's the Hk rrp of brand new sub LN? Assume no issues with availability?

I live in shanghai, and price here is an eye-watering rmb 60,700!
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Old 24 March 2011, 01:13 AM   #20
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Jumping in, and first post, but what's the Hk rrp of brand new sub LN? Assume no issues with availability?

I live in shanghai, and price here is an eye-watering rmb 60,700!
Listed price HK$56,800 with 2-8% off depends on your luck~
please search iwatch365 this forum has so many reports buying Rolex back in HK~
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Old 28 March 2011, 08:31 AM   #21
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Listed price HK$56,800 with 2-8% off depends on your luck~
please search iwatch365 this forum has so many reports buying Rolex back in HK~
Thanks all - sorry for belated response - new to forum, and just noticed I didn't have the email notification box ticked!

Question - does the 2-8% also depend on cash? I understand there's no issues with availability with SubCs in HK, so presumably you can just wander from AD to AD until you get the right price, assuming you have the time and patience.

Also, what's iwatch365? I found a chinese language website iwatch365.net??
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Old 24 March 2011, 08:03 AM   #22
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Confirming the price is HK$56,800. And I did not manage to get any discount... I am just bad in price dealing
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Old 24 March 2011, 11:47 AM   #23
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whats the HK rrp for the DSSD??

thinking about picking one up in april...either DSSD or the sub c.
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Old 24 March 2011, 11:53 AM   #24
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Not sure about DSSD in HK but the sub C is on high demand especially the LV already above MSRP will cost you $64,000.00 + ...

better choice is get it here from David SW or other sellers here.
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Old 24 March 2011, 04:04 PM   #25
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Thanks everyone for sharing their knowledge and prices so far from HK.

I'm in the market for a TT SUB black dial 116613, haven't finalized Serti dial or not yet-- Anyone know of their availability (where) and pricing in HK whether they are better than here in the States??

Going to HK next month, thanks again
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Old 24 March 2011, 07:06 PM   #26
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Confirming the price is HK$56,800. And I did not manage to get any discount... I am just bad in price dealing
how long ago was that?

i have the Rolex price list for HK sept 2010
$53,600

do ADs raise the price?

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whats the HK rrp for the DSSD??

thinking about picking one up in april...either DSSD or the sub c.
$71,200

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Thanks everyone for sharing their knowledge and prices so far from HK.

I'm in the market for a TT SUB black dial 116613, haven't finalized Serti dial or not yet-- Anyone know of their availability (where) and pricing in HK whether they are better than here in the States??

Going to HK next month, thanks again
$81,700
$99,300
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Old 1 April 2011, 10:52 PM   #27
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how long ago was that?

i have the Rolex price list for HK sept 2010
$53,600

do ADs raise the price?
Been there 26th of February 2011 so this info is 1 month old by now.
Yes, there has been price increase.
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Old 16 April 2011, 04:14 PM   #28
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Great Forum

Hello everyone and greetings from Austria!

Thanks for the much information i received from this forum.

Going to HK next month i have a simple (silly?) question:

What payment method is usual purchasing a 100k HKD watch? Credit Card or cash?

I would feel a little bit unsafe carring so much many money with me....

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Old 25 March 2011, 03:37 AM   #29
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thanks tomee


that was the rrp on the DSSD when i was in HK/Macau in october and AD offered 5% off. they told me they were increasing the price and i believe its even higher now.
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Yup, there was a price rise in Jan. TT sub c serti is $103k now if I remember correctly.
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