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foster42ek · 3 February 2013, 07:22 AM

I became interested in purchasing my first Rolex when I turned 70 last year.
After reading and searching the web I decided on a GMT-2 stainless and gold that would be my everyday watch. I do have a 1969 Longines Flagship 18 kt with matching mesh bracelet. Great looking watch but not for everday usage.
Another reason for purchasing another expensive watch, is that I have two Grandsons who will inherit each watch once I pass. I will have them engraved now to each grandchild. So far I have been to two AD and one Bernie Robbins offered me the watch at 13K less 5% and the other, Govberg in Philly offered
me the same model at 13K less 15%, no tax. Since there are many experts on this site, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated . I want to buy from a AD and Govberg seems to be the one so far. I have one or two more jewelers to visit before making my final decision. I wish everyone a healthy, happy, and prosperous New Year. Thank you
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Frankie13 · 3 February 2013, 07:29 AM

How can an AD get around the tax if the buyer residence in the same State if I'm allowed to ask.

z32turbo · 3 February 2013, 07:31 AM

Congrats. The TT GMTIIC is a great choice.

imono · 3 February 2013, 07:32 AM

Wise decision to go shopping for the best deal.
Perhaps drive a little to DE - I heard no sales tax in that state.
Best of Luck

JUSTROLEXES · 3 February 2013, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Frankie13

How can an AD get around the tax if the buyer residence in the same State if I'm allowed to ask.

They can pick up that fee from their end

to the OP you might want to check the for sale section here as I am sure you should be able to do better on the price for the same watch

foster42ek · 3 February 2013, 07:37 AM

I live in the Atlantic City area, New Jersey area and the jeweler is in Philadelphia and would have to mail me the watch.

AK797 · 3 February 2013, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by z32turbo

Congrats. The TT GMTIIC is a great choice.

nauticajoe · 3 February 2013, 07:50 AM

Your grandsons will love it!

mjclark32 · 3 February 2013, 08:38 AM

Govbergs in PA, the OP's in NJ.

Congrats on your choice!

kilyung · 3 February 2013, 08:52 AM

Welcome. As i tell everyone, it's never too late/early to get a Rolex! Govberg is excellent!

thomaspp · 3 February 2013, 09:37 AM

Great news! You will love that TT. Best

darkside7 · 3 February 2013, 10:35 AM

Nice classic choice

benlee · 3 February 2013, 01:38 PM

Welcome! Great first Choice too!

SkyKing31 · 3 February 2013, 01:46 PM

I live in Florida, but I have heard of Govberg. You can always check the For Sale section here. One of our Who's Who sellers may be able to get you exactly what you are lookng for at a better price. Either way, you are getting a great watch. Congrats.

GradyPhilpott · 3 February 2013, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Frankie13

How can an AD get around the tax if the buyer residence in the same State if I'm allowed to ask.

The AD pays the tax.

Stonedcl · 3 February 2013, 03:49 PM

If the ad ships to nj and there is no store in nj then you do not pay taxes.. I bought both my rolex in ny and had them shipped to nj to save taxes..

GradyPhilpott · 3 February 2013, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by foster42ek

I became interested in purchasing my first Rolex when I turned 70 last year.

Good luck Rolex hunting, Foster.

Getting your first Rolex at an advanced age only makes the experience that much richer.

I know first hand.

snowpea · 3 February 2013, 08:22 PM

Congrats on the incoming, Govberg is a great AD to work with.

3 February 2013, 07:22 AM	#1
foster42ek "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Atlantic cty area Posts: 3	Just about to purchase my first Rolex. I became interested in purchasing my first Rolex when I turned 70 last year. After reading and searching the web I decided on a GMT-2 stainless and gold that would be my everyday watch. I do have a 1969 Longines Flagship 18 kt with matching mesh bracelet. Great looking watch but not for everday usage. Another reason for purchasing another expensive watch, is that I have two Grandsons who will inherit each watch once I pass. I will have them engraved now to each grandchild. So far I have been to two AD and one Bernie Robbins offered me the watch at 13K less 5% and the other, Govberg in Philly offered me the same model at 13K less 15%, no tax. Since there are many experts on this site, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated . I want to buy from a AD and Govberg seems to be the one so far. I have one or two more jewelers to visit before making my final decision. I wish everyone a healthy, happy, and prosperous New Year. Thank you .

3 February 2013, 07:31 AM	#3
z32turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sea Level Watch: Varies Posts: 6,877	Congrats. The TT GMTIIC is a great choice. __________________ Instagram @z32turbo

3 February 2013, 08:38 AM	#9
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Govbergs in PA, the OP's in NJ. Congrats on your choice! __________________

3 February 2013, 09:37 AM	#11
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,137	Great news! You will love that TT. Best __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

3 February 2013, 10:35 AM	#12
darkside7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Austin Tx Watch: Sub-C Posts: 510	Nice classic choice __________________

3 February 2013, 07:29 AM	#2
Frankie13 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: US Watch: 116610LV Posts: 431	How can an AD get around the tax if the buyer residence in the same State if I'm allowed to ask.

3 February 2013, 07:32 AM	#4
imono "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: USA Posts: 3,241	Wise decision to go shopping for the best deal. Perhaps drive a little to DE - I heard no sales tax in that state. Best of Luck

3 February 2013, 07:37 AM	#6
foster42ek "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Atlantic cty area Posts: 3	I live in the Atlantic City area, New Jersey area and the jeweler is in Philadelphia and would have to mail me the watch.

3 February 2013, 07:50 AM	#8
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Your grandsons will love it!

3 February 2013, 08:52 AM	#10
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Welcome. As i tell everyone, it's never too late/early to get a Rolex! Govberg is excellent!

3 February 2013, 01:38 PM	#13
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,874	Welcome! Great first Choice too!

3 February 2013, 01:46 PM	#14
SkyKing31 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Manalapan Florida Watch: Tridor Masterpiece Posts: 2,819	I live in Florida, but I have heard of Govberg. You can always check the For Sale section here. One of our Who's Who sellers may be able to get you exactly what you are lookng for at a better price. Either way, you are getting a great watch. Congrats.

3 February 2013, 03:49 PM	#16
Stonedcl "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Nj Watch: 116200, 116610 Posts: 1,191	If the ad ships to nj and there is no store in nj then you do not pay taxes.. I bought both my rolex in ny and had them shipped to nj to save taxes..

3 February 2013, 08:22 PM	#18
snowpea "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Steven Location: Jazoom Watch: Milgauss GV Posts: 1,092	Congrats on the incoming, Govberg is a great AD to work with. __________________

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