Hi I do not know about NY but here are some comparisons for your reference of prices between Singapore and Hong Kong.

I live in Singapore and am heading to Hong Kong and planning to pick up the Rimowa Salsa Deluxe 61L when I travel there.

Salsa Deluxe 61L 830.63.53.4 (26"/ 67.5x45x24.5cm/ 4.5kg)
- Singapore selling for S$ 1123
- Hong Kong selling for HKD 5,280 (Convert to appx S$830)

Salsa Deluxe Multiwheel Cabin 52L 830.56.53.4 (22"/ 56x45x25cm/ 4.2kg)
- Singapore selling for S$1066
- Hong Kong selling for HKD 4980 (Convert to appx S$790)

Prices might be updated so call the boutique ahead to enquire. (International calls should not cost a lot nowadays with IP network) Sales persons at Rimowa shops are generally very helpful.

If you want to protect your expensive Rimowa from scratches, try buying a skin. Here is a good seller that I use http://www.ebay.com.sg/itm/Protectiv...item3a7ace8f08

So far I have traveled with my Rimowa 86L to UK, Middle East, India and around Asia with the skin. The body of the luggage are completely protected by the PVC skin apart from the wheels and handles. (Obviously cos the skin doesn't cover these few areas).

Hope the above helps.