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rchadd

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importing arcade monitor from US to UK
« on: April 12, 2004, 01:43:33 pm »
i see the www.happcontrols.com have 19" monitor for sale price of $159

i am wondering if its feasible to order one and get it shipped to the UK.

anyone know of typical shipping and handling cost, also what import duty rate would be applicable?

do you think there is much to save doing this over the
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Re:importing arcade monitor from US to UK
« Reply #1 on: April 12, 2004, 06:21:31 pm »
US >> Cheaper, more hassle
UK >> A few more
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Re:importing arcade monitor from US to UK
« Reply #2 on: April 12, 2004, 07:17:43 pm »
Doesn't Happ Controls already have a UK office where you could get the monitors directly?
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Re:importing arcade monitor from US to UK
« Reply #3 on: April 12, 2004, 07:30:24 pm »
yes - they can provide the same monitor for
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Re:importing arcade monitor from US to UK
« Reply #4 on: April 12, 2004, 07:38:05 pm »
Make sure you import a 220 Volt  version.   In the USA, the power is 120 Volt.
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Re:importing arcade monitor from US to UK
« Reply #5 on: April 17, 2004, 01:25:46 pm »
Why not buy from a monitor manufacturer such as Pentranic (www.pentranic.com) Also try Hantarex.

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Re:importing arcade monitor from US to UK
« Reply #6 on: April 17, 2004, 02:33:37 pm »
I got myself a 2nd hand arcade monitor on ebay:)

i'm not sure of the make or model until it arrives.

just hope it get here in one piece!
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