Buying a Rigol scope in Europe (how to get it into the plane) - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: pitagoras
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: December 27, 2016, 10:10:33 pm
content: Hi!I'm (re)building my hobby lab and it's time for an oscilloscope. I'll be in holidays in Europe next month, visiting at least Amsterdam, Paris, London. I'd like to buy a Rigol DS1054Z during my trip as it costs half the money than in my country (Argentina).I *could* buy online and deliver it "somewhere" in those cities... but would probably be better to go to some store...Anyone has a shop to recommend in those cities?

author: Jeroen3
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 28, 2016, 06:48:12 am
content: I googled some, but I am unable to find an actual go-to store where you can buy a Rigol scope in the Netherlands.Also, you're probably still due taxes when you return to Argentina.

author: pitagoras
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: December 28, 2016, 11:53:16 am
content: Quote from: Jeroen3 on December 28, 2016, 06:48:12 amThank you!Yes, I will have to pay taxes, but as a traveller I have an allowance of 300USD so I will only pay taxes over the excess (USD100). Much cheaper than buying locally (in fact, half the money).

author: nctnico
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 28, 2016, 12:51:16 pm
content: Also don't forget a tax refund form so you can reclaim the tax you paid in the EU.

author: RoGeorge
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 28, 2016, 12:53:28 pm
content: http://www.batronix.comThey have free shipping for Europe and they are outstanding sellers, with very good prices.I am just a happy Batronix customer that bought from them a couple of times, not affiliated with them in any way.

author: nanofrog
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 28, 2016, 05:05:31 pm
content: You might want to checkBatterflyas well (i.e. have them ship to your hotel or relative's home).

author: daybyter
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: December 28, 2016, 10:56:33 pm
content: Askhttp://www.rigol.eu/or buy there?

author: pitagoras
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 30, 2017, 09:03:35 pm
content: Well now I could use some advice on taking the oscilloscope into the plane. They're quite heavy at controls in france. I could not get to the tour eiffel carrying a jedi sword (well I kind of understand them)PS: Finally I got my rigol from batronix as the service online was much better than that of conrad. In fact conrad would not let me buy not having a fixed address in france (contrary to what they advertise as "point releve") and the price was higher not being france resident. Batronix representatives were very kind in the online chat and the package arrived without problems within promised times.

author: JacquesBBB
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: January 30, 2017, 09:19:20 pm
content: I dont think there will be any problem at the airport.Normally you should get a tax refund at the airport, but be prepared for the line.

author: rollatorwieltje
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 30, 2017, 09:41:00 pm
content: Quote from: Jeroen3 on December 28, 2016, 06:48:12 amI know it's an "old" post, but you can order Rigol equipment fromAR Benelux. I ordered my DS1052E there years ago, they offered collection from their office if you specified it when ordering.