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Used-watch buying checklist

Reference: ____________________ Date: __________ Seller / listing: ____________________

Use this to organize your questions. It does not authenticate a watch or guarantee a resale price.

Identify and compare

□ Exact reference, dial, case material, bracelet and configuration recorded.
□ Evidence dates, currency, region and included costs recorded.
□ Asking prices separated from confirmed sale prices and dealer purchase offers.
□ Duplicate cross-posts removed from the comparable set.

Seller and transaction

□ Seller history and recent relevant feedback reviewed.
□ Ownership, payment recipient and written description clarified.
□ Payment protection, inspection conditions, returns and dispute process understood.
□ Delivery responsibility and insurance coverage checked.

Watch and documents

□ Current photos of dial, case, lugs, caseback, crystal, clasp and bracelet reviewed.
□ Polishing, replacement parts, functional issues and missing links discussed.
□ Inspection / service records reviewed; further inspection arranged if needed.
□ Water resistance not assumed from the model name or an old rating.
□ Box, papers, service documents and accessories inventoried individually.
□ Unresolved authenticity or originality questions referred to a qualified professional.

Full cost and decision

watch.markets · Updated October 18, 2026