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koko105 · 16 January 2009, 06:48 PM

can someone from the uk help me and advise

1 - where can i polish my blue suby in london and how long time will it take ?

2 - do someone know AD or a grey dealer in wallingford our around it that can give a good discount ?

3 - what is the amount i will get as a refund from the VAT on an amount of 3000-5000 sterling pound because i think they do not refund the whole amount & the more you pay the more you get as a refund ?

Thank you all

brettpaul · 16 January 2009, 07:36 PM

1 - I think any AD could polish your bluesy for you, probably same day service.

2 - No idea. UK AD's are Earnest Jones and Goldsmiths....most likely won't give a discount, but you can ask....perhaps 10-15% (depending on the model).

3 - I am purchased my SD last April for £3,400 and got about 12.5% back when I left the country....VAT has been lowered recently from 17.5% to 15.0%, so your refund at the airport will vary. BE SURE to have the AD fill out a VAT form when you make your purchase and be sure you're wearing the watch when you leave, else you may not receive the refund.

Hope that's helpful.

Brett

charliec · 16 January 2009, 08:39 PM

1-The vast majority of AD's will not touch your watch for a polish i'm afraid. They just don't have the staff nor the skill required to properly do such.
2-Wallingford ??? Never heard of it before, sorry. The general rule in the UK is discounts are not to be expected particularly on SS sports. You can but try though.
3- Contact Mappin & Webb at Heathrow and enquire about a tax free purchase as you leave. This will grant you full VAT exemption. They may also order in the ideal watch for you quite possibly.

jacw001 · 16 January 2009, 10:34 PM

1 - I had my EXII polished in the Rolex HQ workshop, personally I am not impressed by the work and they actually 'over-polished' the lug of the case that I have to replace the whole new case that I have lost the original reference numbered case... just be careful - it took 4 weeks to finish

2 - I just bought an Lady Osyter with 15% off, Watch of Swiss dont give discount, try some small local dealer by the end of the month and see if they can give you something good.

3 - Some store do have admin charge, you need to check clearly before buying it. If they dont, you can redeem the full 15% VAT

16 January 2009, 06:48 PM	#1
koko105 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Cairo Posts: 311	anyone from UK or purchase a Rolex from UK can someone from the uk help me and advise 1 - where can i polish my blue suby in london and how long time will it take ? 2 - do someone know AD or a grey dealer in wallingford our around it that can give a good discount ? 3 - what is the amount i will get as a refund from the VAT on an amount of 3000-5000 sterling pound because i think they do not refund the whole amount & the more you pay the more you get as a refund ? Thank you all

16 January 2009, 08:39 PM	#3
charliec "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: UK Posts: 969	1-The vast majority of AD's will not touch your watch for a polish i'm afraid. They just don't have the staff nor the skill required to properly do such. 2-Wallingford ??? Never heard of it before, sorry. The general rule in the UK is discounts are not to be expected particularly on SS sports. You can but try though. 3- Contact Mappin & Webb at Heathrow and enquire about a tax free purchase as you leave. This will grant you full VAT exemption. They may also order in the ideal watch for you quite possibly. __________________ Milgauss GV DSSD SS Daytona White Mid-size DJ Tudor 18ct Prince

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16 January 2009, 07:36 PM	#2
brettpaul "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Brett Location: Bahrain, Dubai Watch: Rolex and AP Posts: 5,538	1 - I think any AD could polish your bluesy for you, probably same day service. 2 - No idea. UK AD's are Earnest Jones and Goldsmiths....most likely won't give a discount, but you can ask....perhaps 10-15% (depending on the model). 3 - I am purchased my SD last April for £3,400 and got about 12.5% back when I left the country....VAT has been lowered recently from 17.5% to 15.0%, so your refund at the airport will vary. BE SURE to have the AD fill out a VAT form when you make your purchase and be sure you're wearing the watch when you leave, else you may not receive the refund. Hope that's helpful. Brett

16 January 2009, 10:34 PM	#4
jacw001 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: uk Posts: 3	1 - I had my EXII polished in the Rolex HQ workshop, personally I am not impressed by the work and they actually 'over-polished' the lug of the case that I have to replace the whole new case that I have lost the original reference numbered case... just be careful - it took 4 weeks to finish 2 - I just bought an Lady Osyter with 15% off, Watch of Swiss dont give discount, try some small local dealer by the end of the month and see if they can give you something good. 3 - Some store do have admin charge, you need to check clearly before buying it. If they dont, you can redeem the full 15% VAT

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