Nikon ED82

[Mike B]

I wonder if anyone has experience of importing a telescope? I am interested in a Nikon ED82 and find that complete with lens, I can purchase one in America, making a substantial saving of approximately £350.
Mike

[ron1863]

Hi and welcome to WAB.

What about the tax man, invalid warranty etc.

[big bill]

Hello Mike not had any experiance myself in the import but you have to waych for import and customs tax also the warrenty like ron1863 may be invalid thats why they call them grey imports I would be careful ,also welcome to WAB and hope you enjoy the site

[Mike B]

Thanks for the responses and the welcome.
Nikon state that their warranty is internationally recognised and that this type of importation would not come under the terms of 'grey imports' or contravene their warranties.
Import duty would be payable, that is why I posted the message to ask if anyone had previous experience hoping that they may know of the procedures and percentages due.
Best wishes to you all and I look forwards to many happy hours of discussion.
Mike
[A retired professional naturalist – no, not naturist as I was once introduced]

[Mike B]

I followed up the possible importation of a telescope and was informed by HM Customs and Excise that duty at the rate of 4.2% and VAT at 17.5% would be payable which would still make a saving of £200.