A watch can be most expensive thing in your wardrobe. Buying new luxury watches is difficult because their value can vary from 300 to 10000 GBP. A second hand watch in Eastbourne can cost you more than your Car. If you are planning to watch a second hand watch, there are few things to keep in mind to get a perfect used watch in lowest price.
Before you go, Its important to understand the market of second hand watches. There are basically two kind of second hand watches
- New Model Watches
- Vintage Watches
You don’t need a vintage watch to wear on. Its the modern era and there are many pre-owned new models available in the market that can add worthy impact in your personality.
Service Years
It does not matter if a watch is one or two years older, But always ask about the history of watch service and for the invoice. Buy a watch that do not require any kind of service. Since mechanical Rolex servicing cost you a bit higher. If there is no invoice exists, assume that watch have not had an overhaul.
Inspect the watch by your own, if there is any service needed. Ask for the service charges first and include that cost in actual price.
Boxing & Papers
If a watch is decades old. There are high chances that you will not find boxing and papers for the watch. Look for a complete set of packing box, manual, warranty card and other documents comes with watch.
Marks and Dents
You are going to buy a second hand used watch, keep in mind that there will be small scratches and dents on the watch. There is lesser chance to get a dent and scratch free second hand watch. Inspect the watch thoroughly and check if the scratches are too small. If there are deep dents and more scratches, such watches are not suitable for your wardrobe.
Where to buy Used Watches!
That’s most difficult job is to find a trust watch dealer in UK. Make a brief research on the dealers who are selling second hand luxury watches. There are many dealers selling fake watches.
You need to have a complete market research on internet initially. Find watch dealers online and read reviews about them. It’s the internet era, everyone is online.
My father bought rolex watch from Albone watches & Diamonds few years ago. They sell jewelry and pre owned watch of all brands including Rolex, Tag hueur and many more. I have there Rolex Datejust Price List of 2018 and i found them the cheapest in market.
