watch lovers....what's your favorite watch?

[r1lee]

Not only that, anything you do not declare, customs has the right to keep it. (that never happens, but why even risk it).

Guys we all take the chance of sneaking stuff back, cause that's just human nature to try to get away with not having to pay taxes. Just be smart about it.

Like someone mentioned before, you send a box back, customs will make sure that if they catch you next time with the watch, they'll hit you with taxes, they aren't stupid and could put two and two together. My friend is a Customs Agent so I know all the ins and outs of how they work.

[n3o321]

Not only that, anything you do not declare, customs has the right to keep it. (that never happens, but why even risk it).

Guys we all take the chance of sneaking stuff back, cause that's just human nature to try to get away with not having to pay taxes. Just be smart about it.

Like someone mentioned before, you send a box back, customs will make sure that if they catch you next time with the watch, they'll hit you with taxes, they aren't stupid and could put two and two together. My friend is a Customs Agent so I know all the ins and outs of how they work.

I have a cousin that's a Customs Officer in Sweden and he was telling me of all the things people have tried to sneak in. it's pretty hilarious...not so for the person sneaking things in though. I'm afraid of getting blacklisted after that talk though

[SuperGT]

That's brave. You've already been asked to declare any items that you've purchased (incl. gifts) abroad on the declaration form. All they had to do is to find the watch new in the box in your luggage and pull you aside and you'll get blacklisted for life.

I know I was lucky, but I didn't carry the whole package all at once, I was arriving with 6 other family/relatives with different addresses. I was carrying the watch in my cargo pants pocket, while my parent had the box, and my cousins had the warrant/certificate card. We all went to different immigration booth agents, each randomly pick a custom check out line. Such a relief that none of us got checked.

[mebiuspower]

Like someone mentioned before, you send a box back, customs will make sure that if they catch you next time with the watch, they'll hit you with taxes, they aren't stupid and could put two and two together. My friend is a Customs Agent so I know all the ins and outs of how they work.

+1. Definitely not something I would contemplate to involve family members or friends...

Just think about if it's worth saving a few hundred dollars and have to get stopped every time and get searched when you drive through the border or fly. Pretty sure one's opinion will change once you get caught red handed.

[najibs]

While you're shopping there, you can buy me one too, to thank me

http://www.amazon.ca/Seiko-Wrist-Wat...7728516&sr=8-3

Is there any place in Canada where you can get a Seiko 5 watch in Canada? I'm looking for either this:



or this:



Was thinking of buying from Creation Watches in Singapore but not sure if I can trust them. And they their warranty is pretty useless.

[GunnerX]

After my vacation, my next watch will be a Suunto dive watch. lol

[hagbard]

While you're shopping there, you can buy me one too, to thank me

http://www.amazon.ca/Seiko-Wrist-Wat...7728516&sr=8-3

They seem to be in Singapore, which makes me think they're Creation Watches. I think I might just order directly from them since its $85 with three day shipping with them.

[Yann00]

I want to learn more about watches, any recommend few good websites with lots of information?

[hullio]

Been a long-time lurker on this thread. Truly some great stuff here!

Here are a couple of mine.

Mountain biking / outdoor watches:

IMG_6269 by RS

IMG_6272 by RS


Vintage watches:

IMG_6300 by RS

IMG_6301 by RS

IMG_6306 by RS

IMG_5896 by RS


Casual and formal watches:

IMG_6275 by RS

IMG_6228 by RS

IMG_5809 by RS

IMG_5788 by RS

IMG_6281 by RS

IMG_6287 by RS

original_1337795208016 by RS

IMG_6294 by RS

IMG_6292 by RS

[hagbard]

You're referring to the time keeping capability. There's more to a watch than time. Fashion statement, status symbol, a way to show your unique style, etc etc...compare these 3 areas to a smartphone. Everyone has a smartphone that was pruchased for about $800....not everybody has an $800 watch (sure, many have much more costly, but I'm trying to use a comparable dollar amount). In 6 months, your smartphone might be worth $200, assuming you didn't crack a screen or scuff it too badly. Take that 5 years down the road...smartphone is landwaste or being recycled. The watch is still ticking and hasn't lost much value, and can go up, depending on brand/model.

SO, if all you want is something to keep time, then smartphone it is.....but there are many other reasons aside from the 3 I have listed. Some are interested in the mechanics/operation of a watch. If you've ever seen a watch assembled, it's pretty impressive. Perhaps you could look up a video on your smartphone...

They only people who are going to notice your watch are others who are into watches. I can't think of a single time I've ever taken notice of someone's watch, and I've been around 54 years. On the other hand, I can't see getting out a phone every time I want to know what time it is...a good, cheap watch is still very useful. As for "status symbol and unique style" that just cracks me up. I'd rather go Mr T style and get me some gold chains. There might be something to what you said about the watch being a store of value, and I'd consider buying one for that reason (as I did buying the silver coin from the Mint with the hunk of glass on it).

[mebiuspower]

I'm dead serious. Watches are just jeweleries for men. I do have 2 watches that are 50 years old, one I wear to work everyday, they are very very dated indeed.

[craigdcan]

They only people who are going to notice your watch are others who are into watches. I can't think of a single time I've ever taken notice of someone's watch, and I've been around 54 years. On the other hand, I can't see getting out a phone every time I want to know what time it is...a good, cheap watch is still very useful. As for "status symbol and unique style" that just cracks me up. I'd rather go Mr T style and get me some gold chains. There might be something to what you said about the watch being a store of value, and I'd consider buying one for that reason (as I did buying the silver coin from the Mint with the hunk of glass on it).

Well, let's say it this way....if you were to win a substantial lottery this week, you'd likely have a nicer watch next week, whereas you probably wouldn't have a nicer smartphone. Every teenager/student out there has one of the best smartphones money can buy. The same can't be said about watches. A drive-thru employee and a top Hollywood actor will likely have the same smartphone, but very unlikely they will have the same watch, or level of watch.

[craigdcan]

This part of the thread has got me thinking. I would bet that most people who are "into" watches would also seek quality or uniqueness in other areas of their life. I'd like to hear what other interests or hobbies everyone is into.

I have a feeling we'll see a lot of the following;

cars
home theatre
fine wines/beer/Scotches
quality shoes and/or clothing
fine food
photography

Perhaps I'm way off, but I'd like to hear anyhow

[hagbard]

Well, let's say it this way....if you were to win a substantial lottery this week, you'd likely have a nicer watch next week,

Yeah...I'd have that Seiko I posted earlier.

[SuperGT]

This part of the thread has got me thinking. I would bet that most people who are "into" watches would also seek quality or uniqueness in other areas of their life. I'd like to hear what other interests or hobbies everyone is into.

I have a feeling we'll see a lot of the following;

cars
home theatre
fine wines/beer/Scotches
quality shoes and/or clothing
fine food
photography

Perhaps I'm way off, but I'd like to hear anyhow

LOL you pretty much nailed it for me...