One problem is the Italian postal service. Notorious for stuff going missing. Try sending something there and getting insurance!

I've bought watches from Italy but not via eBay and only when I've insured the delivery via ParcelPro

Regards
Thomas
www.heuerheritage.co.uk

: Hi All, I have been a collector of Tags and Heuers for a couple of
: years now and love reading about everything heuer on OTD. When I
: started, I remembered a fair bit of discussion on the forums
: about the dangers of doing business with Ebay sellers based in
: Italy.
: There is a watch which is taking my eye on Ebay at present from a
: seller from Italy. Just wondering if anyone can point out what
: the issue was/are with watches being sold from Italy.
: Thanks Darryn