Subject: Are DIAMONDS cheaper in HK...
sirtiger (the banana)
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Post at 24-2-2010 22:46  Profile P.M. 
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QUOTE:
Originally posted by markreyes at 23-2-2010 10:02 PM
FACT: Diamonds in the UK are far more expensive than in HK.  

again this is a loose statement. you are not really comparing apples to apples was my point.
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Post at 25-2-2010 00:19  Profile P.M. 
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The diamonds are not cheaper.
It depends if you have the paper of the diamond or not.
If no paper it will be cheaper.
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Post at 25-2-2010 13:31  Profile P.M. 
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Reply #61 sirtiger's post

No two diamonds are identical, but of course I am comparing two diamonds of similiar quality.

Two different cities, two different environments, two different prices.

You seem to have no personal experience shopping in both locations, because there is a huge discernable difference when buying a quality diamond ring at retail.

This is my last post on the matter, you're either too stubborn or too stupid to admit you don't know.
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Post at 25-2-2010 23:46  Profile P.M. 
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you know you can't look at just the 4c or even the whole gia cert right?  u can have what seemingly a good stone cert wise but there are issues with the facets & the table ratio %  right?  Are you familiar that many large chains purchase in large parcels that have somewhat subpar quality?  That subpar quality attributes to discounting which makes it appear prices are "cheaper"  

I do agree that the environment (hence talk about overhead) & taxes does result in lower prices from city to city.  Though you make valid points, you don't seem to recognize my points either.  I've personally dealt a lot on diamonds & even have training in viewing stones personally years ago. I am very confident I've seen a wide variety of stones both abroad & where I currently located.
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QUOTE:
Originally posted by simplytheguest at 20-2-2010 18:54
just got a 1.24 carat daimond from chow tai fook for 40800

its a vs2, H colour diamong!

got it down to 40800 from 45000!

what u guys think? did i overpay?

yes im pretty you could of got a better price, since you got about 10% off 15%-20% would be been possible.
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Post at 28-2-2010 23:47  Profile P.M. 
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There's probably more fraud or fake diamonds in HK as well.  They'll come up with fake certificates.  I wouldn't trust the stores too much.
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RICO went to a few jewelery shops in Hong Kong but "FUCKING HELL"...I got pestered as soon as i walk through the door...I know the sales people work on commision but "FUCK ME"..It was a bit over the top... I couldn't get a moment of peace without them butting in... So i lefted empty handed...

But i was expecting the same kind of treatment in the LV shop...(I think it was in Central...)..When the wife wanted a bag....But how was i proved wrong....They are totally professional in there and there was this sales person in there called Chris who was so helpful..(Not pushy at all..) RICO bought four LV bags....

I even walked into a rolex retailer and walked out as soon as i got that pushy treatment..( RICO wanted to see the Jacque Clouseau black submariner...)
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Reply #67 Rico's post

dont dont need to hard sell you in those shops cos you and your wife and others probably fought to get in there the first place

you would think its a disco with the queue. 4 lv bags in one outing, you rich man! i have a suspicion you are the owner of wing fat
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Reply #68 simplytheguest's post

Nah bro..

I do know him though.....I have been to the bookies and casino with him before...He does love his dogs though...Every time he goes to the bookies..( It is usually the ladbrooks in Portland street...)..The manager there shits himself... He get two of his employees to go to the casino with him to act as body guards...

RICO is not that well known in the chinese community....
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Reply #69 Rico's post

where abouts in hk are u now? im somewhere in tst

lets meet up and u can buy me some LV too

im going back to manchester tomo! quite looking forward to it, iv been here for way too long...

i was refering to the big wing fat owner? u know him? hes at 235 alot playing blackjack! i still think thats you
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Reply #70 simplytheguest's post

You're killing me bro..

I am In TST at this present moment of time...( Working i'm afraid..) But i am going to do a walkup in a bit...( I have arranged an appointment..)

I think i will not meet you...Just to keep the suspence going...

Have a safe trip back to the UK tommorow bro...
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Post at 1-3-2010 16:51  Profile P.M. 
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Bluenile.com is very good i had brought two diamond rings from them already and the best price i seen.
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