[access-uk] Re: Fw: Re: Tissot Watch Users
- From: "John Farley" <john_farley@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2005 20:09:28 +0100
That may be correct, and I think you are right in that view, but the RNIB
did not charge VAT on my purchase.
Regards, John
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Peter Beasley
Sent: 09 August 2005 20:02
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Subject: [access-uk] Re: Fw: Re: Tissot Watch Users
I thought we were VAT exempt only for products specifically made for the
blind. As someone else pointed out, this particular watch is not
specifically for visually impaired people.
----- Original Message -----
From: "John Farley" <john_farley@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2005 7:33 PM
Subject: [access-uk] Re: Fw: Re: Tissot Watch Users
> Hi Scott,
>
> I bought mine from the RNIB, where they have details.
>
> It can be bought slightly cheaper via mail order from abroad, but then
> you do get the difficulties mentioned earlier re guarantees, repairs etc.
> Also,
> remember that as a blind person the RNIB does not impose the VAT that
> you may need to add in other countries.
>
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> Regards, John
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On
> Behalf Of Scott
> Sent: 09 August 2005 19:14
> To: access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: [access-uk] Fw: Re: Tissot Watch Users
>
>
>
>> Can you tell me where I can get more details on this watch, features
>> prices etc?
>>
>> thanks,
>>
>> Scott
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "Amro Bilal" <amro_bilal@xxxxxxx>
>> To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>> Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2005 4:48 PM
>> Subject: [access-uk] Re: Tissot Watch Users
>>
>>
>>> Well Graham, you've got a point, however, remember that you're paying
>>> for a quality Swiss watch made by Tissot, a well established
>>> manufacturer in this industry. As well, this Tissot Silent model
>>> isn't specifically made for VI users. The idea behind it is to be
>>> able to check the time without people around you noticing and as it
>>> happens we can benefit from this touch crystal technology. To my
>>> knowledge no other watch makers are using this technology which's,
>>> IMHO, a very clever idea as it can offer you the functionality of a
>>> digital watch while maintaining the elegant classic look of an
>>> analogue watch. And to be fair, Tissot has models which are quite
>>> more expensive than the Tissot Silent; take for instance the Tissot
>>> Touch
> models.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> The main point is that Tissot produced a mainstream product with
>>> added functionality which brings us to a same playing field level
>>> with the sighted user, and I think that's a very good practice and
>>> just hope other businesses would start following this approach.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> After all, we can now enjoy this discussion rather than living in a
>>> world where you have to take what you're given and be thankful.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> You can tell that I'm very passionate about this watch can't you?!
>>> *Smile*
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Just my two pence worth.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Amro B
>>>
>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>> From: "Graham Page" <gpage@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>>> To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>>> Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2005 1:19 PM
>>> Subject: [access-uk] Re: Tissot Watch Users
>>>
>>>
>>>> and at that price it wants to be elegant as well. preferably it
>>>> should make the tea, cook the dinner and clean the house as well!
>>>>
>>>> For something that is just a time piece I would need some convincing
>>>> that this is anything but an extreme con.
>>>>
>>>> I am in to Braille and use things like the Braillenote which is
>>>> certainly extremely expensive because, though cheaper in real terms
>>>> than a few years ago, Braille cell technology is still expensive.
>>>> but unless you are heavily into sport and need a watch that stands a
>>>> good chance of survival in water, or you earn wages typical of a top
>>>> end premiership footballer, this price would probably deter most
>>>> would-be buyers especially when braille watches are still available
>>>> for a quoarter of the price.
>>>>
>>>> Cheers
>>>>
>>>> Graham
>>>> Graham Page
>>>>
>>>> Mobile: 07753 607980
>>>> Fax: 0870 706 2773
>>>> Email: gpage@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>>>> MSN: gabriel_mcbird@xxxxxxxxxxx
>>>> Skype: gabriel_mcbird
>>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>>> From: "Amro Bilal" <amro_bilal@xxxxxxx>
>>>> To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>>>> Sent: Monday, August 08, 2005 11:39 PM
>>>> Subject: [access-uk] Re: Tissot Watch Users
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Hi Darran and all,
>>>>
>>>> The watch is grate. Accurate, elegant and water proof. However, one
>>>> thing is good to be aware of, Tissot, the company, functions as
>>>> franchise manufacturers. So if you ever need to fix your watch the
>>>> dealer would have to get the parts from the country you bought it
>>>> from, and that clearly takes more time. Further more, even with an
>>>> international warranty, the dealer here in the UK wouldn't be able
>>>> to replace the watch for you if needed because it will be a none UK
>>>> model. While when you buy it from here obviously all British sales
>>>> regulations apply. I'm talking from a first hand experience. Having
>>>> said that, I don't know if the States' models are the same as the UK
>>>> models. You could find more about this matter from a Tissot dealer.
>>>>
>>>> HTH,
>>>>
>>>> Amro B
>>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>>> From: "Darran Ross" <darran.ross@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>>>> To: "Access-UK" <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>>>> Sent: Monday, August 08, 2005 7:17 PM
>>>> Subject: [access-uk] Tissot Watch Users
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>> Hello to Tissot watch users out there.
>>>>>
>>>>> I'm thinking about buying one of these watches, and was just after
>>>>> a little feedback from those who've already taken the plunge.
>>>>>
>>>>> Are you all happy with the watch, or have you discovered things
>>>>> that you don't like or just can't get along with?
>>>>>
>>>>> Many thanks.
>>>>>
>>>>> Darran
>>>>>
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