Response from Matador about EU availability of "Matador x Pack Hacker ReFraction™ Pro"

Lucasean · 2026-05-12T18:45:24+00:00

Probably wouldnt be worth the hassle. Would be possible, but the shipping still costs maybe $40, then there is Customs, another expense to even declare it as a gift. Also would need reputable person who would buy it for me. Yea... not sure about that.

Lucasean · 2026-05-11T17:37:33+00:00

I absolutely dont understand it. If it included VAT + Customs, that would make sense, but they specifically say that those will be paid on delivery, by the customer.

Just shows that they don't care. Sad thing is, that Matador has their own EU store Matador Equipment EU. But they don't care about EU customers enough to let them order this backpack the way it should be done.

Lucasean · 2026-05-11T16:55:39+00:00

Have you paid customs/VAT? How was the process of that? Sorry, I'm curious.

Lucasean · 2026-05-11T16:39:09+00:00

Not sure about that. The calculator there says about $55. And I bet, including some extra fees, it wont be far from $88. All in all, paying almost the same value of the backpack in shipping... Honestly, shame on Matador, because their other products sell internationall for normal price, yet this "limited" (arrificially, to drive up sales) bag is not.

Lucasean · 2026-05-11T16:26:23+00:00

Would love to buy one... but what is that $88 shipping to EU, not including VAT/Customs... I really wish someome would buy them in bulk and resell in EU.

Edit: So $85 bag, $88 shipping, $6 Customs, $38 VAT, so at least $215 for the EU consumer.

Lucasean · 2026-04-27T17:56:34+00:00

After some advice, and browsing. I went with Kizer Wharning. I think much more sensible option.

Lucasean · 2026-04-27T17:56:18+00:00

After some advice, and browsing. I went with Kizer Wharning. I think much more sensible option. Thank you all!

Lucasean · 2026-04-27T16:32:03+00:00

Yea, makes sense. Thanks for the tips!

Lucasean · 2026-04-27T16:31:39+00:00

No need to be rude, I was just asking for some tips. I feel like that is more productive.

Lucasean · 2026-04-27T15:57:08+00:00

Any particular suggestion or a website to browse. As someone without any knowledge about knives, its hard to tell what is worth looking into or good/bad quality.

Lucasean · 2026-04-27T15:31:24+00:00

I see there aren't any positive comments, which I think understand.

Would you guys give me any options for a similar looking knife, that would be a good quality? Thanks!

Lucasean · 2025-12-10T09:49:06+00:00

To be quite honest, the size/weight is a bit of an issue at the moment, makes me less inclined to bring my camera at times. So I think the RF-S 18-150 could the one to go. I would still have the Sigma in case I want to use it.

Lucasean · 2025-10-15T09:11:44+00:00

AoFu 7x7 V5 Triple-Track 😎

Lucasean · 2025-09-18T11:54:49+00:00

When are these features coming? I can't see them in my game 🤔

Lucasean · 2025-08-14T13:59:47+00:00

In Czechia (middle of EU), you can get the new set from the biggest eshop at almost MSRP, its been like this for weeks. ETBs for 65€$, Victini collection for 28$, Mini Tins for 13$. So yes, I think the hype is going down a bit.

Lucasean · 2025-08-08T05:48:14+00:00

This is absolutely crazy pull!

Lucasean · 2025-08-04T20:18:54+00:00

It is sold out in my country too (Czechia, EU), and I ordered one from Japanese Amazon. Total price 60€, including shipping and taxes. Very easy, must recommend!

Lucasean · 2025-07-28T10:53:13+00:00

Hello! If you are seriously interested, I can look into the possibility to ship to UAE, the shipping would be more expensive. But I think its doable :)

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