Watch Ownership Guides

Guides to inherited watches, selling, dealer offers, pre-owned purchases, collection records and brand history, with practical answers for watch owners.

Inherited watches

Identification, care, valuation and the choices involved in keeping or selling an inherited watch.

Selling a watch

Service costs, polishing, comparable sales and the amount left after selling fees.

Dealer offers

Why a dealer’s offer differs from an advertised retail price, and how other selling options compare.

Buying a pre-owned watch

Condition, replacement parts, service records and the seller’s terms all affect a pre-owned purchase.

Collection records

Reference numbers, photographs, receipts and service history are useful for insurance, maintenance and a later sale.

Watch history and documentation

Brand histories, reference numbers and historical records help explain when a watch was made and how it has changed.