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Chubacabra · 26 August 2011, 08:19 AM

Hi all - this is my first post on this board. My family and I are currently vacationing in the Grand Cayman and we walked into Kirk Freeport to take a look at some watches. The Rolex SubC and DJII caught my eye right away. I was in love and had a difficult time removing them from my wrist.

The SubC was going for $7650 USD with zero discounts and the sales rep stated that it was Rolex policy not to discount the SubC. Is this a fact or bull from the sales rep? Do you guys think the price is reasonable or would I be able to get a better deal in Toronto or Montreal where I live.

hennabav · 26 August 2011, 08:26 AM

It's BS. You can get a better price here on TRF. I was actually just at Grand Cayman couple months ago and went to Kirk Freeport. They have a decent selection of other brands as well.

chiko323 · 26 August 2011, 09:02 AM

You could do better but 7650 is already a discount. A subc is list price 8000 usd

Megalobyte · 26 August 2011, 09:06 AM

I don't recall seeing a bnib Sub C in the forums for under $7300 lately. So, with no tax, that's not a bad price, hopefully the customs guy is nice. :) they often are, if you're up front. Say it's an anniversary gift.

Darlinboy · 26 August 2011, 09:08 AM

Not bad with no sales tax. I'd go for it.

Michael M. · 26 August 2011, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Chubacabra

Hi all - this is my first post on this board. My family and I are currently vacationing in the Grand Cayman and we walked into Kirk Freeport to take a look at some watches. The Rolex SubC and DJII caught my eye right away. I was in love and had a difficult time removing them from my wrist.

The SubC was going for $7650 USD with zero discounts and the sales rep stated that it was Rolex policy not to discount the SubC. Is this a fact or bull from the sales rep? Do you guys think the price is reasonable or would I be able to get a better deal in Toronto or Montreal where I live.

BS-I was offered 15% off in the last month or two. You can get a better deal on a NIB one here on TRF, try DAVIDSW

Jason71 · 26 August 2011, 10:02 AM

I have been to Kirk Freeport on multiple occasions over the last several years. They typically have a great selection of Rolex watches with mediocre discounts. It has been my experience that they are usually 5% off retail here in the USA, plus the sales tax saving.

I wouldn't go out of my way to buy a Rolex there. I still did better on my WG sub here in the states than they offered at Kirk Freeport.

zeuloa · 26 August 2011, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Michael M.

BS-I was offered 15% off in the last month or two. You can get a better deal on a NIB one here on TRF, try DAVIDSW

With open papers?

zeuloa · 26 August 2011, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Megalobyte

I don't recall seeing a bnib Sub C in the forums for under $7300 lately. So, with no tax, that's not a bad price, hopefully the customs guy is nice. :) they often are, if you're up front. Say it's an anniversary gift.

From what I understand you are allowed to bring in 1 new Rolex while wearing and should not have any issues.... I could be wrong..

ktmd · 26 August 2011, 10:24 AM

SubC MSRP in Canada is $8400. Typical discount in the 20% range in TO brings this down to $6720, add 12% tax = $7526 CAD. If you are caught brining the Sub in to Canada you will pay duty on top of your $7650 USD. Better off to buy at home.

ktmd · 26 August 2011, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by zeuloa

From what I understand you are allowed to bring in 1 new Rolex while wearing and should not have any issues.... I could be wrong..

Absolutely not true for Canada Customs. If you are caught you will not only pay duty, but you will be flagged every time you cross the border. Not worth it.

zeuloa · 26 August 2011, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by ktmd

Absolutely not true for Canada Customs. If you are caught you will not only pay duty, but you will be flagged every time you cross the border. Not worth it.

I apologize I skipped the fact that the PO resides in Canada.... I'm absolutely wrong!

Chubacabra · 26 August 2011, 11:45 AM

Thanks for all your assistance! It's very tempting to pull the trigger when you have the watch on your wrist. The family and I are heading back to Georgetown tomorrow morning so hopefully I'll have the will to just keep walking and walking. Lol.

MortgageGuy · 26 August 2011, 01:52 PM

Not a great deal but not terrible either. I think it depends on how bad you want the watch "right now" and what level of time/effort you are willing to put into the purchase. You could certainly save more $$$, maybe a couple hundred bucks maybe more but it all depends on what its worth to you.

I will check this thread out again tomorrow, make sure if you get it you post some pics

rescue7 · 26 August 2011, 03:09 PM

I got my Subc LV in May 2011 for a price inclusive of Ontario taxes fro $7602.08

MSRP was $8970, that was a 25% discount. I have a great relationship with my AD.

gregmoeck · 26 August 2011, 09:43 PM

go for it

texex91 · 26 August 2011, 09:47 PM

Go buy it...you know you want to...come on...

dooder202 · 27 August 2011, 12:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chubacabra

Hi all - this is my first post on this board. My family and I are currently vacationing in the Grand Cayman and we walked into Kirk Freeport to take a look at some watches. The Rolex SubC and DJII caught my eye right away. I was in love and had a difficult time removing them from my wrist.

The SubC was going for $7650 USD with zero discounts and the sales rep stated that it was Rolex policy not to discount the SubC. Is this a fact or bull from the sales rep? Do you guys think the price is reasonable or would I be able to get a better deal in Toronto or Montreal where I live.

I hate lying dealers that say "It's Rolex's policy to net let us discount their watches". Total BULL. Every watch the AD has is already purchased from Rolex, quite frankly from there on I don't think Rolex would give a hoot if they threw them down a sewer.

Chubacabra · 27 August 2011, 10:59 PM

Came back yesterday fron Georgetown empty handed. It was really tempting to go back and purchase the SubC but i think purchasing locally would make better sense. It took me a while to pry it off my wrist (my wife and kids were waiting impatiently and said I was impulse shopping). At least now I can take my time and purchase locally.

My current collection has been primarily Breitling ( jupitor Pilot, Super Avenger, SteelFish, Chronomat B01 LE) and Omega Planet Ocean 45. I can tell you that once I purchase the SubC, I'm afraid my other watches might collect some dust.

I had to see it in person to acknowledge what a beautiful timepiece it truly is. I'll keep you posted when I obtain my first Rolex.

Thanks again all for your help.

travisb · 27 August 2011, 11:04 PM

One of the trusted sellers will take good care of you.
Try DavidSW

26 August 2011, 08:19 AM	#1
Chubacabra "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Montreal Posts: 4	SubC From Kirk Freeport in Grand Cayman Hi all - this is my first post on this board. My family and I are currently vacationing in the Grand Cayman and we walked into Kirk Freeport to take a look at some watches. The Rolex SubC and DJII caught my eye right away. I was in love and had a difficult time removing them from my wrist. The SubC was going for $7650 USD with zero discounts and the sales rep stated that it was Rolex policy not to discount the SubC. Is this a fact or bull from the sales rep? Do you guys think the price is reasonable or would I be able to get a better deal in Toronto or Montreal where I live.

26 August 2011, 09:08 AM	#5
Darlinboy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: DB Location: :noitacoL Watch: :hctaW Posts: 6,701	Not bad with no sales tax. I'd go for it. __________________ Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit.

26 August 2011, 10:02 AM	#7
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	I have been to Kirk Freeport on multiple occasions over the last several years. They typically have a great selection of Rolex watches with mediocre discounts. It has been my experience that they are usually 5% off retail here in the USA, plus the sales tax saving. I wouldn't go out of my way to buy a Rolex there. I still did better on my WG sub here in the states than they offered at Kirk Freeport. __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

26 August 2011, 01:52 PM	#14
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	Not a great deal but not terrible either. I think it depends on how bad you want the watch "right now" and what level of time/effort you are willing to put into the purchase. You could certainly save more $$$, maybe a couple hundred bucks maybe more but it all depends on what its worth to you. I will check this thread out again tomorrow, make sure if you get it you post some pics __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

27 August 2011, 11:04 PM	#20
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,419	Get a better deal right here.. One of the trusted sellers will take good care of you. Try DavidSW

26 August 2011, 08:26 AM	#2
hennabav Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jon Location: New England Watch: --Rolex-- Posts: 2,391	It's BS. You can get a better price here on TRF. I was actually just at Grand Cayman couple months ago and went to Kirk Freeport. They have a decent selection of other brands as well.

26 August 2011, 09:02 AM	#3
chiko323 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: MA Watch: AP & Rolex Posts: 953	You could do better but 7650 is already a discount. A subc is list price 8000 usd

26 August 2011, 09:06 AM	#4
Megalobyte "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Ari Location: Florida Watch: ...me go broke Posts: 2,428	I don't recall seeing a bnib Sub C in the forums for under $7300 lately. So, with no tax, that's not a bad price, hopefully the customs guy is nice. :) they often are, if you're up front. Say it's an anniversary gift.

26 August 2011, 10:24 AM	#10
ktmd Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 110	SubC MSRP in Canada is $8400. Typical discount in the 20% range in TO brings this down to $6720, add 12% tax = $7526 CAD. If you are caught brining the Sub in to Canada you will pay duty on top of your $7650 USD. Better off to buy at home.

26 August 2011, 11:45 AM	#13
Chubacabra "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Montreal Posts: 4	Thanks for all your assistance! It's very tempting to pull the trigger when you have the watch on your wrist. The family and I are heading back to Georgetown tomorrow morning so hopefully I'll have the will to just keep walking and walking. Lol.

26 August 2011, 03:09 PM	#15
rescue7 Banned Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Rescueguy Location: Here Watch: DSSD Posts: 1,129	I got my Subc LV in May 2011 for a price inclusive of Ontario taxes fro $7602.08 MSRP was $8970, that was a 25% discount. I have a great relationship with my AD.

26 August 2011, 09:43 PM	#16
gregmoeck "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Maui Watch: Patek Posts: 2,032	go for it

26 August 2011, 09:47 PM	#17
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Go buy it...you know you want to...come on...

27 August 2011, 10:59 PM	#19
Chubacabra "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Montreal Posts: 4	Came back yesterday fron Georgetown empty handed. It was really tempting to go back and purchase the SubC but i think purchasing locally would make better sense. It took me a while to pry it off my wrist (my wife and kids were waiting impatiently and said I was impulse shopping). At least now I can take my time and purchase locally. My current collection has been primarily Breitling ( jupitor Pilot, Super Avenger, SteelFish, Chronomat B01 LE) and Omega Planet Ocean 45. I can tell you that once I purchase the SubC, I'm afraid my other watches might collect some dust. I had to see it in person to acknowledge what a beautiful timepiece it truly is. I'll keep you posted when I obtain my first Rolex. Thanks again all for your help.

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