Post by: ExplorerII on July 05, 2022, 08:07:37 PM
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Post by: ExplorerII on July 07, 2022, 05:29:16 AM
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Post by: dpkong on July 07, 2022, 07:34:08 AM
Post by: ExplorerII on July 07, 2022, 07:37:39 AM
at prices 20% above market?Thanks for your feedback. I am referring more towards the safety aspects…ie has anyone been scammed buying thru chrono24 platform….
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Post by: dpkong on July 07, 2022, 07:52:32 AM
the asking prices are too ridiculous to even consider buying so no first hand experience then..
Post by: G.MAC on July 07, 2022, 10:27:25 AM
Post by: revvd on July 07, 2022, 11:45:33 AM
Custom takes 5% on selling price too. Took about a week to reach me if i dont remember wrongly.
Post by: dpkong on July 07, 2022, 11:50:00 AM
Bought my rolex off there. Can be trustable if you strictly go for Japanese shops (Not private) as they tend to under describe the condition. (Or over describe even the smallest scratches, for a better perspective)
Custom takes 5% on selling price too. Took about a week to reach me if i dont remember wrongly.
was this recently or few years ago before the prices went silly?
Post by: revvd on July 07, 2022, 01:19:00 PM
Bought my rolex off there. Can be trustable if you strictly go for Japanese shops (Not private) as they tend to under describe the condition. (Or over describe even the smallest scratches, for a better perspective)
Custom takes 5% on selling price too. Took about a week to reach me if i dont remember wrongly.
was this recently or few years ago before the prices went silly?
Dec 2021, midway when the prices went parabolic. Saw a good deal there where MY prices were even higher, and jumped the gun.
The watch is now back to my original investment now though
Post by: jf98 on July 07, 2022, 03:54:09 PM
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Post by: ExplorerII on July 15, 2022, 03:45:48 PM
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Post by: G.MAC on July 15, 2022, 06:52:02 PM
Post by: ExplorerII on July 16, 2022, 09:09:00 PM
Nice. Do share your experience with us here and a wrist shot as well.
Nice. Do share your experience with us here and a wrist shot as well.Here you go. My first GS. I must say I am impressed!
https://flic.kr/p/2nyvbVG
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Post by: John YL on July 16, 2022, 09:40:16 PM
Delivery normally takes around 1-2 weeks included dealer preparation, postage and custom clearance. For both purchases, I were charged 5% duty fees (of the total declared value) during custom clearance.
Believe me, you might be able to get some good deals from Chrono 24 if you are carefully looking for it. The Chrono 24 apps also allow us to browse watches that we are interested and we can save it as favourite for monitoring purpose.
My advice is going for Japanese dealer, as they are more trustworthy and weak Japanese Yen currency certainly leads to some greater offer price.
Good luck in your watch hunting! (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220716/e245e1abb7d5b83860ca907607de6a05.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220716/f539f82da4fd17bf4d2e5ead236f00c6.jpg)
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Post by: ExplorerII on July 17, 2022, 05:31:48 AM
I bought a quartz Grand Seiko and a Omega Speedmaster Racing via Chrono 24, both in this year (2022) from Japanese dealer. Both transactions went thru smoothly and watches received in good condition without any issue.I fully agree. This is my third purchase from Japanese dealers (non private ) and have not had any issues so far. They are a amazing to deal with. Watches always come as per advertised or better.
Delivery normally takes around 1-2 weeks included dealer preparation, postage and custom clearance. For both purchases, I were charged 5% duty fees (of the total declared value) during custom clearance.
Believe me, you might be able to get some good deals from Chrono 24 if you are carefully looking for it. The Chrono 24 apps also allow us to browse watches that we are interested and we can save it as favourite for monitoring purpose.
My advice is going for Japanese dealer, as they are more trustworthy and weak Japanese Yen currency certainly leads to some greater offer price.
Good luck in your watch hunting! (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220716/e245e1abb7d5b83860ca907607de6a05.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220716/f539f82da4fd17bf4d2e5ead236f00c6.jpg)
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Post by: ExplorerII on July 17, 2022, 03:24:02 PM
I just realised that my link isn’t working. Trying again. Also anyone know how to get the picture to show on the forum instead of a link? I can do it on my computer but can’t seem to do it from the Flickr mobile app.Nice. Do share your experience with us here and a wrist shot as well.Nice. Do share your experience with us here and a wrist shot as well.Here you go. My first GS. I must say I am impressed!
https://flic.kr/p/2nyvbVG
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Post by: John YL on July 17, 2022, 03:29:05 PM
Nice watch pal, please wear in good health, regardsI just realised that my link isn’t working. Trying again. Also anyone know how to get the picture to show on the forum instead of a link? I can do it on my computer but can’t seem to do it from the Flickr mobile app.Nice. Do share your experience with us here and a wrist shot as well.Nice. Do share your experience with us here and a wrist shot as well.Here you go. My first GS. I must say I am impressed!
https://flic.kr/p/2nyvbVG
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https://flic.kr/p/2nyFZ2Z
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Post by: ExplorerII on July 17, 2022, 03:33:01 PM
[/quote]Nice watch pal, please wear in good health, regards
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Thanks! I think this is going to be a slippery slope into GS poison
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Post by: Henry T on August 05, 2022, 07:32:05 AM
Post by: ohlian on August 05, 2022, 12:26:02 PM
1 GS SBGR311 and 2 Omegas at Chrono24.
so far quite good and happy with experience.
abit tedious is when send over to Malaysia,
i need to proceed to poslaju in PJ, show the counter the invoice and payment proof.
then pay the import tax in cash before i can collect my parcel.
i thought it suppose to be send over right to my doorstep.
Post by: Watch Admirer on August 05, 2022, 08:51:28 PM
Post by: pleasuresaurus on August 10, 2022, 01:45:50 PM
Brought 3 watches,
1 GS SBGR311 and 2 Omegas at Chrono24.
so far quite good and happy with experience.
abit tedious is when send over to Malaysia,
i need to proceed to poslaju in PJ, show the counter the invoice and payment proof.
then pay the import tax in cash before i can collect my parcel.
i thought it suppose to be send over right to my doorstep.
Hmm I think this is a function of the courier option that the seller uses. Some use services like DHL, Fedex, which would do the entire process end to end as well as pay the necessary taxes upfront on our behalf. We just need to schedule delivery of the goods and settle the final bill with their representative upon receipt of goods.
I've also had instances (not just with wrist watches) where I had to actually go to the customs office to get my stuff and pay the tax/duty whatnot. These were usually delivered via standard post (USPS, EMS etc.), took a long while, and were considerably delayed because when the customs receives the item, they take their own sweet time getting back to us to inform about it. Tedious, sure, but not without its merits - those instances I could actually chat with the officer on the spot and try to talk my way into a discount. DIY n save a few bucks, or automate and save the time and hassle.
Post by: hong999 on September 20, 2022, 12:39:30 PM
New watch with good price tag.
Be sure using trusted checkout service provided by Chrono24 so that you can get refund if there is a dispute. Delivery via Fedex / DHL with tracking no., both provide custom clearance service with small charges, custom will charge 5% SST on your watch.
Post by: qhy500 on January 10, 2023, 10:19:41 PM
Post by: dpkong on January 11, 2023, 05:25:10 AM
Are the duties taxed just on the prices of the watch or total package including delivery charges? And are you charged additional service fees by the courier services?
Tax will be on the whole package ie. price of item + postage. Bring documents as proof if you wish to dispute.
Some courier companies will process customs automatically and even pay the customs fees to clear the package faster and charge you fees for that service.
Post by: qhy500 on January 14, 2023, 01:08:01 PM
Post by: adryan on February 11, 2023, 07:19:41 AM
a quick check with sifu here..we pay the tax thru the apps or ???
Post by: Ben07 on February 26, 2023, 03:10:01 PM
As per the title, is Chrono24 an ok platform to purchase from? Please let me know your experiences with this platform. Am about to pull the trigger
Yes, Chrono24 is legit. As others mention, the prices are marked higher but for certain brand you can get a bargain. I bought my Panerai GMT some time ago from them which was much lower than was advertised in the group at the time.
Cheers!
Post by: adryan on February 27, 2023, 10:56:38 AM
Post by: jbboy12 on March 06, 2023, 10:16:21 AM
Are the duties taxed just on the prices of the watch or total package including delivery charges? And are you charged additional service fees by the courier services?
In my experience, duties are only taxed on the price of the watch (since that is the stated amount on the delivery slip). Typically no to your second question since the delivery fee paid by the seller should encompass the journey to your doorstep but Malaysia being Malaysia...
Post by: dpkong on March 06, 2023, 10:53:47 AM
Are the duties taxed just on the prices of the watch or total package including delivery charges? And are you charged additional service fees by the courier services?
In my experience, duties are only taxed on the price of the watch (since that is the stated amount on the delivery slip). Typically no to your second question since the delivery fee paid by the seller should encompass the journey to your doorstep but Malaysia being Malaysia...
It was stated somewhere in the tax pages that tax is charged on the "landed price" which includes delivery and handling
charges
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Post by: hong999 on February 28, 2024, 05:22:19 AM
What is the latest tax currently charged by custom? (New SST ? New luxury tax ?)
Feel free to share, TQ.