Speedy Tuesday #2 ( arrivals thread )

Tet

AD is fine. I collected my ST1 from Ernest Jones and have chosen Fraser Hart for my ST2. Only thing you miss out on its any freebies it you're bothered about that type of thing.

Tet

AD is fine. I collected my ST1 from Ernest Jones and have chosen Fraser Hart for my ST2. Only thing you miss out on its any freebies it you're bothered about that type of thing.

BlackTalon

There definitely were not any freebies from my OB when picking up the #ST. They had about a dozen customers who got them from what I remember. I guess since it is a high-volume OB in an affluent area there is really no need to do anything extra. They offer water, soda or champagne when you visit, so that is a plus.

Atalien2005

If you had to pick a boutique in London to have it delivered which would you choose or are they all the same? Which location has the widest selection of watches and best customer service?

sjg22

Quite interesting the pricing disparity between countries. I had originally ordered to Miami, FL thinking it would be cheaper, however, I did a deep dive into the pricing and ended up switching my delivery to Calgary, AB because I calculated i would save $1,555 CDN ($1,200USD)! I've translated the pricing into Canadian dollars for my own purposes, but it's still illustrative:

Canadian MSRP is: $7,980 (plus sales tax, which ranges by province from 5% to 15%; so final price of $8,379 CDN ($6,395USD) at the low end or $9,177CDN ($7,006USD) at the high end):

UK: GBP4,750 = $8,188CDN (which includes VAT)
Europe: EUR5,910 = $9,060CDN (including VAT)
Malaysia: MYR$23,880 = $7,735CDN (unsure if sales tax is in addition)
Singapore: SG$9,100 = $8,828CDN (unsure if sales tax is in addition)
$7,100USD = $9,295CDN (and that DOES NOT include sales tax, which ranges from 0% to over 9%).

If you buy the watch in Nashville, TN, you would be paying $2,500 CDN ($1,900 USD) more (incl sales taxes) than you would in Malaysia! 27% more.

If bought in Calgary, AB, Canada, rather than Seattle, WA, USA, you would save $1,752CDN (or $1,338 USD)! That's a pretty massive difference! Even if you purchased in Vancouver, BC rather than Seattle, you'd save $1,200 CDN ($915USD); less than a 3 hour drive to save 13%.

I was interested in the pricing in Mexico and other Caribbean countries but haven't been able to track down any numbers.... There is the potential to get a "free" trip just based around the price difference between countries.

Redbirdsfan70

Whoa! That's crazy. Do you live in Canada? I live in Atlanta, GA USA and am now wondering what the implications are of me picking up the watch in say, Toronto or Montreal, versus the OB here. Would there be any import taxes or customs issues? Because that's a significant cost saving and would more than cover the cost of a flight and hotel.

sjg22

Yes, I’m in Toronto.

I’m going to find a way to tack a stop in Calgary onto a business trip to pick it up once it’s ready - nearly $700 cheaper due to sales tax difference.

My understanding would be that you could get the Canadian sales tax refunded (there’s a specific process for this and I’m by no means certain what it is) - then you’d pay US duty at the border agent’s discretion on the way back. Montreal and Toronto (both awesome weekend destinations btw) are in fairly tax heavy provinces (13 and 14.75% respectively) so you’d get a chunk back and then it would depend on what sort of duty you’re likely to pay at the border.

Toishome

I figured the watch would need some company when it arrives 😁 I am just a little excited thats all 🤨

sjg22

Quite interesting the pricing disparity between countries. I had originally ordered to Miami, FL thinking it would be cheaper, however, I did a deep dive into the pricing and ended up switching my delivery to Calgary, AB because I calculated i would save $1,555 CDN ($1,200USD)! I've translated the pricing into Canadian dollars (using google’s exchange rates - YMMV) for my own purposes, but it's still illustrative:

Canadian MSRP is: $7,980 (plus sales tax, which ranges by province from 5% to 15%; so final price of $8,379 CDN ($6,395USD) at the low end or $9,177CDN ($7,006USD) at the high end):

UK: GBP4,750 = $8,188CDN (which includes VAT)
Europe: EUR5,910 = $9,060CDN (including VAT)
Malaysia: MYR$23,880 = $7,735CDN (unsure if sales tax is in addition)
Singapore: SG$9,100 = $8,828CDN (unsure if sales tax is in addition)
$7,100USD = $9,295CDN (and that DOES NOT include sales tax, which ranges from 0% to over 9%).

If you buy the watch in Nashville, TN, you would be paying $2,500 CDN ($1,900 USD) more (incl sales taxes) than you would in Malaysia! 27% more.

If bought in Calgary, AB, Canada, rather than Seattle, WA, USA, you would save $1,752CDN (or $1,338 USD)! That's a pretty massive difference! Even if you purchased in Vancouver, BC rather than Seattle, you'd save $1,200 CDN ($915USD); less than a 3 hour drive to save 13%.

I was interested in the pricing in Mexico and other Caribbean countries but haven't been able to track down any numbers.... There is the potential to get a "free" trip just based around the price difference between countries. **EDIT** If anyone has pricing for Mexico or elsewhere in the Caribbean, please share for our mutual edification**

pianomankd

Hey everyone,

I’m not sure if this is allowed (or legal?), but I’m not going to purchase the Ultraman anymore. Is there a way to transfer the reservation to a forumer on here? I’d love to help someone out on here who couldn’t snag one in time. If not then standby, there will be a waiting list spot opening soon!

Amaza

I finally found someone who likes the orange fluorescent blob!
https://www.revolution.watch/ultra-cool-omega/

Quite a fun read considering the tone over the top about anything concerning Omega, together with some interesting details on one of the latest ultraman sale, on the night the 18 chro limited edition was presented (with some mix up of people and their occupations), and on "a watch with an unusually long orange chronograph hand".... lol