Resources
Resources & guides
Practical knowledge for buying, selling and caring for a luxury watch.
Authenticity
How to spot a fake Rolex: what professionals check
Counterfeits have become very good. These are the details a trained eye examines first, and why only a full inspection settles the question.
Read the guideBuying guideBox and papers: what they are and how they affect value
Why “full set” watches command a premium, what the papers actually are, and when a watch without them can still be a smart buy.
Read the guideSelling guideHow to sell a luxury watch in San Diego and get a fair price
Marketplaces, consignment, pawn shops or a dealer: the real trade-offs, and how to prepare your watch to get the strongest offer.
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