A Guide To Used Watches

By Gareth Hoyle on January 31, 2011
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Whether you are looking to buy or sell used watches there are a number of factors that will prove pivotal in determining how much you pay or receive for your watch. The age and quality of the item, the company that made them, and whether the particular watch is considered especially collectible for any reason are just some of these factors but there are others too.

Rolex And other Manufacturers
Rolex watches are, of course, the most famous of prestige watch brands and they have a rich history of manufacturing, selling, and even giving away some of the finest and technically most advanced watches in history. Other watch brands including Cartier, Patek Phillippe, and Franck Muller are other watch brands that you should keep an eye out for because these are highly sought after in their own rights too.

Condition And Damage
The condition of used items is always important but especially so with watches. Ensure that they keep time, the mechanisms work,cartier love bracelet white gold ebay, and that you are aware of any damage to the face, the back, or the strap. If the damage is hardly noticeable and you still wish to own the watch then you may be able at least to get some money off the asking price.

Watch Material And Value
Watches can be made from a variety of different materials. Gold and other precious metals are especially valuable at the moment but unless a second hand gold watch is made by a major name or is highly sought after for another reason then it may be that the gold value is more than the aesthetic value. In which case you may be able to make as much by selling the watch as scrap gold as you would trying to sell it as a used watch.

Buying And Selling Used Watches
Used watches can offer buyers the chance to buy a high quality watch from a major watch manufacturing name at a reduced price. On the other side of the coin,cartier love bracelet replica uk, it is also possible for watch owners to sell their used watches in order to raise cash for any purpose.

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By Brendan Hansen on February 12, 2011
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By Haitang Yu on July 05,cartier love charity bracelet price, 2011
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Rolex, Datejust A model born in 1945 Born in 1945, the Rolex's stroke of genius was to propose the first automatic and totally waterproof watch with date, inside of a rarely equaled pure and classic case. As an owner of a vintage version (produced in 1969), I was able to compare it with its older sister. After one-day test, my first impression was that this new version of the Datejust is really comfortable to wear. Its 36mm diameter is not at all impairment since it perspires with a nice presence. It has just taken a little stoutness, confirming the trend of the range. swiss watch replicas And compared to its older sister, the difference of weight is significant. A more massive look Some may say that this difference is normal : a sapphire glass is heavier than plexiglas ! It is true ! But you would also notice that the lugs became larger and the addition of the new "Oysterclasp" strap definitely gives a more massive appearance. This new clasp is strong and ingenious. A slight traction on the lever placed on the front is enough to open the buckle. Its finishing does not include anymore metal sheet, a disgraceful material for a watch of this level ! This new system, undoubtedly more secure, is on the other hand difficult to adjust alone. It's a pity...I had to stop by my favorite watchdealer to put it on my size because wearing it in a chain bracelet style was not really to my taste.

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By Brendan Hansen on January 22, 2011
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