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Wopcity · 28 January 2020, 11:58 AM

So I plan to go on vacation next week. I haven’t been on vacation in years and it’s generally a tradition I have to get a watch on every trip. I’m hoping they have a nicely configured date just ss or would even consider something two tone. I’m curious what the fees and duties are? In my earlier years I had no problem wearing the watch back and shipping the box. But I have become so cautious with age that I would much rather pay the customs bill. I’m assuming Il be spending around 10-12k USD ... any information is greatly appreciated

watchmework · 28 January 2020, 12:05 PM

Where will you be exporting it to? Not familiar with where Secret is....

RyanO · 28 January 2020, 12:06 PM

I think it’s a 3 percent duty above the $800 allowable exemption. Going to Baha Mar or Atlantis? Was just at the former for New Years, they had very little in stock.

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Fort Rolex · 28 January 2020, 12:08 PM

Was just at Atlantis in December, slimmest of PM pickings but if you’re flexible and willing to buy a Hublot there are plenty to pick from

Wopcity · 28 January 2020, 12:09 PM

I’m going to Atlantis and I’m Canadian

cerendigit · 28 January 2020, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Wopcity

In my earlier years I had no problem wearing the watch back and shipping the box. But I have become so cautious with age that I would much rather pay the customs bill.

Not only is it being more cautious, but that's also considered tax evasion.

Rjongco · 28 January 2020, 12:56 PM

The problem will be easily avoided because there’s not much to purchase there anyway.

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BumbleB · 28 January 2020, 01:52 PM

It’s slim pickings, no SS there, only thing i saw was full gold SkyDweller.

Just go and have a nice holiday and forget about the watch.

If you’re lucky, great. But don’t hold your breath...

In the current environment, the best hope for everyone (and what Rolex wants you to do) is to go to your local AD and get it from them.

Bahamas is close to Miami and many regulars fly in to pick up their hot SS models.

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Seaswirl · 28 January 2020, 01:56 PM

The John Bull in town had more of a selection than the AD at either the Atlantis or Baha Mar, which I think are also owned by John Bull.

chris242 · 28 January 2020, 03:15 PM

shouldn’t have a problem picking up either ss or tt datejust, there was a big selection in the John Bull as seaswirl mentioned. i personally saw 3!! ss professional models with my own eyes today and know there was another in the back...;)
baha mar has an 116509 sitting in the case.. beautiful piece!

chris242 · 28 January 2020, 10:06 PM

actually make that 4 ss professional models

beshannon · 28 January 2020, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Wopcity

I’m going to Atlantis and I’m Canadian

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=719418

brandrea · 28 January 2020, 10:14 PM

Here is a handy calculator ...

It’s only for estimating purposes but as above it is definitely something you should handle above board with Canada Customs.

https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-v...t-cal-eng.html

Wopcity · 29 January 2020, 02:51 AM

Damn! Going to be 17-23 hundred! Oh well hopefully the guy there is just a super nice guy and waives it or something.

Wopcity · 29 January 2020, 03:11 AM

Another question. Does customs accept cash? Or should I have my debit card ready?

beshannon · 29 January 2020, 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Wopcity

Another question. Does customs accept cash? Or should I have my debit card ready?

https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-v...t-pdt-eng.html

samson66 · 29 January 2020, 04:22 AM

I went to the Atlantis store this past November and they had next to nothing in stock. On top of that the two women behind the counter couldn't be bothered to even say hello to me in the store much less see if I was interested in a watch. I realize I looked like a regular tourist but I was wearing my Tudor GMT at the time.

Rogoal · 29 January 2020, 04:51 AM

Absolutely love the Rosewood in Baha Mar

AlexFrank · 29 January 2020, 05:06 AM

enjoy the vacay and post pics if you find a piece worth sharing.

Wopcity · 29 January 2020, 07:14 AM

I have a really good feeling about this trip!:)

RyanO · 29 January 2020, 11:15 PM

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Absolutely love the Rosewood in Baha Mar

Stayed there once, great property. Did you check out Costa there? One of my favorite spots to grab dinner and a drink outside

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BumbleB · 29 January 2020, 11:21 PM

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I have a really good feeling about this trip!:)

Great, don’t forget to update us how it went

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Rogoal · 5 February 2020, 01:15 PM

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Stayed there once, great property. Did you check out Costa there? One of my favorite spots to grab dinner and a drink outside

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Yes, great spot!

RyanO · 5 February 2020, 11:27 PM

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Yes, great spot!

Glad u made it mate. I’m itching for a trip back this month!

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28 January 2020, 11:58 AM	#1
Wopcity "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Secret Posts: 12	Going to Bahamas So I plan to go on vacation next week. I haven’t been on vacation in years and it’s generally a tradition I have to get a watch on every trip. I’m hoping they have a nicely configured date just ss or would even consider something two tone. I’m curious what the fees and duties are? In my earlier years I had no problem wearing the watch back and shipping the box. But I have become so cautious with age that I would much rather pay the customs bill. I’m assuming Il be spending around 10-12k USD ... any information is greatly appreciated

28 January 2020, 01:52 PM	#8
BumbleB "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: ASEAN/DC/EU Watch: ing you Posts: 2,730	Going to Bahamas It’s slim pickings, no SS there, only thing i saw was full gold SkyDweller. Just go and have a nice holiday and forget about the watch. If you’re lucky, great. But don’t hold your breath... In the current environment, the best hope for everyone (and what Rolex wants you to do) is to go to your local AD and get it from them. Bahamas is close to Miami and many regulars fly in to pick up their hot SS models. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ ♛ Milgauss 116400GV ♛ Deepsea D-Blue 116660 ♛ Submariner 114060 ♛ Submariner 116613LN ♛ Exp. II black 216570 ♛ Exp. II white 226570 ♛ Sky Dweller white 326933 ♛ Sky Dweller Blue 326934 ♛ GMT II 116710 black ♛ GMT II 126710BLRO ♛ GMT II 126711CHNR ♛ GMT II 126710BLNR ♛ Daytona 116509 ♛ DD40 228238 H HUBLOT BIG BANG e ceramic C CHANEL J12 3125 AP 3120 MVT

28 January 2020, 12:05 PM	#2
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	Where will you be exporting it to? Not familiar with where Secret is....

28 January 2020, 12:06 PM	#3
RyanO 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Ryan Location: DMV Watch: LVc Posts: 2,089	I think it’s a 3 percent duty above the $800 allowable exemption. Going to Baha Mar or Atlantis? Was just at the former for New Years, they had very little in stock. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

28 January 2020, 12:08 PM	#4
Fort Rolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 586	Was just at Atlantis in December, slimmest of PM pickings but if you’re flexible and willing to buy a Hublot there are plenty to pick from

28 January 2020, 12:09 PM	#5
Wopcity "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Secret Posts: 12	I’m going to Atlantis and I’m Canadian

28 January 2020, 12:56 PM	#7
Rjongco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Boston Posts: 327	The problem will be easily avoided because there’s not much to purchase there anyway. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

28 January 2020, 01:56 PM	#9
Seaswirl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: NYC Posts: 1,761	The John Bull in town had more of a selection than the AD at either the Atlantis or Baha Mar, which I think are also owned by John Bull.

28 January 2020, 03:15 PM	#10
chris242 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The Bahamas Watch: 116610lv Posts: 1,051	shouldn’t have a problem picking up either ss or tt datejust, there was a big selection in the John Bull as seaswirl mentioned. i personally saw 3!! ss professional models with my own eyes today and know there was another in the back...;) baha mar has an 116509 sitting in the case.. beautiful piece!

28 January 2020, 10:06 PM	#11
chris242 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The Bahamas Watch: 116610lv Posts: 1,051	actually make that 4 ss professional models

28 January 2020, 10:14 PM	#13
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 75,137	Here is a handy calculator ... It’s only for estimating purposes but as above it is definitely something you should handle above board with Canada Customs. https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-v...t-cal-eng.html

29 January 2020, 02:51 AM	#14
Wopcity "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Secret Posts: 12	Damn! Going to be 17-23 hundred! Oh well hopefully the guy there is just a super nice guy and waives it or something.

29 January 2020, 03:11 AM	#15
Wopcity "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Secret Posts: 12	Another question. Does customs accept cash? Or should I have my debit card ready?

29 January 2020, 04:22 AM	#17
samson66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Eastern Shore, MD Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,217	I went to the Atlantis store this past November and they had next to nothing in stock. On top of that the two women behind the counter couldn't be bothered to even say hello to me in the store much less see if I was interested in a watch. I realize I looked like a regular tourist but I was wearing my Tudor GMT at the time.

29 January 2020, 04:51 AM	#18
Rogoal "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: USA Posts: 54	Absolutely love the Rosewood in Baha Mar

29 January 2020, 05:06 AM	#19
AlexFrank "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: China Posts: 459	enjoy the vacay and post pics if you find a piece worth sharing.

29 January 2020, 07:14 AM	#20
Wopcity "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Secret Posts: 12	I have a really good feeling about this trip!:)

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