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    Quote Originally Posted by nor-west View Post
    Have you any in stock?
    No
    Not sure if I will get them either - only if I can match up with high end optics to subsidize shipping cost etc.
    I gave up buy on spec - as I can never work guys out or get into their heads to what is desirable at the time :-)
    Bought in Steiner - S&B - Docter etc and get lumbered with them
    These I know would be a different story due to the price - but unless you bring in bulk - shipping cost pushes it out of competitiveness
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tahr View Post
    For those interested - Ive just imported a 'scope from the States (Cameraland NY).
    Burris Signiture HD 3-15, duplex, non illuminated (open box special). Landed cost to my door $697.00 (NZD).
    Left US 27 March.

    No paper work. No questions No hassle. Nice 'scope.
    Are you going to write a review after you've tried it out?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Tahr View Post
    Well get your shit together, then. I am. Because I know exactly what you thoughtwhen you first read this thread.
    1st thing I thought
    "how many scopes must B have by now :-)))))
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    Ive had a few yarns with some people in customs. As a rough rule. it was, if gst=less than $50nz it would be waived.

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    No, as explained by Flyblown.

    The old rule was if gst plus duty was less than $60, it was waived.
    A lot of stuff is duty free so only gst was relevant. A gst of $60 equals a value $400. That is where the $400 came from.

    New rule read here https://www.customs.govt.nz/personal...uty-estimator/
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    Quote Originally Posted by zimmer View Post
    No, as explained by Flyblown.

    The old rule was if gst plus duty was less than $60, it was waived.

    New rule read here https://www.customs.govt.nz/personal...uty-estimator/
    Yes - its been changed then
    But - they changed it due to International Sellers are now meant to ADD NZ GST to the item being bought that will be exported to NZ
    Also - if its deemed "Commercial" for resale in NZ then the 1000$ is not a base

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    Only if they trade greater than 60k per year and can be coerced by IRD to become gst registered aND then collect on ehalf of the IRD..
    The likes of Amazon and the big online clothing outlets collect.
    It a joke really because the bricks and mortar shops here argued for a level playing field.
    For the likes of us if buying under the 1k things are better than before.

    And yes, the link refers to personal purchases.

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    Quote Originally Posted by zimmer View Post
    Only if they trade greater than 60k per year and can be coerced by IRD to become gst registered aND then collect on ehalf of the IRD..
    The likes of Amazon and the big online clothing outlets collect.
    It a joke really because the bricks and mortar shops here argued for a level playing field.
    For the likes of us if buying under the 1k things are better than before.

    And yes, the link refers to personal purchases.
    Yep, I've stopped buying from the shops that put the GST/Duty on.
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    Looked at CameralandNY and they have a big red note saying PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT export rifle scopes outside of the United States of America - Thar did you just take a punt and get lucky?

    Somewhat related to this topic has anyone found a post forwarding service that is willing to send optics and rangefinders etc? have seen some good deals on eBay but typically sellers won't send out of USA.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Sarvo View Post
    1st thing I thought
    "how many scopes must B have by now :-)))))
    Hah. One for each rifle and a couple put "up high (top cupboard)" for later.
    Last edited by Tahr; 23-04-2021 at 12:35 AM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jake77 View Post
    Looked at CameralandNY and they have a big red note saying PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT export rifle scopes outside of the United States of America - Thar did you just take a punt and get lucky?

    Somewhat related to this topic has anyone found a post forwarding service that is willing to send optics and rangefinders etc? have seen some good deals on eBay but typically sellers won't send out of USA.
    You have to be over 72... Sort of like a Gold Card Plus benefit

    Nah, red flags mean nothing - just shop front stuff. Just make the order and take the punt. If they accept it well and good. The worse that can happen is that your visa payment will rejected. Thats what I do.
    As you go through the ordering process if NZ comes up as a country of origin in their check list instead of just the US you are likely ok.

    People fuss too much and over think this stuff.

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    Quote Originally Posted by zimmer View Post
    It a joke really because the bricks and mortar shops here argued for a level playing field.
    Thats a typical govt racket. Introduce something with the guise "it is better for you" when is is just a load of horseshit and only results in govt taking more money off you. They knew it wasnt going to help local businesses, they also knew people wernt going to stop importing goods (that you generally cant even get here), they just wanted to take a piece of the pie for themselves.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Steve123 View Post
    Are you going to write a review after you've tried it out?
    Probably

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jake77 View Post
    Looked at CameralandNY and they have a big red note saying PLEASE NOTE: We DO NOT export rifle scopes outside of the United States of America - Thar did you just take a punt and get lucky?

    Somewhat related to this topic has anyone found a post forwarding service that is willing to send optics and rangefinders etc? have seen some good deals on eBay but typically sellers won't send out of USA.
    @Jake77 I just went back through the ordering process.
    When it comes to country of origin they list "New Zealand, Australia, and Canada" - so they are the countries they will export to. (Cameraland NY). If you want the best deals watch for "open box specials". They are ex demos. I have bought several over the years and they have all been perfect at a good discount. Mostly equalling the freight and still with factory warranty.
    I'm telling you my old man secrets here, but you can pay me later.

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    Thanks @Tahr, you just saved me $500.
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