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What Makes Patek Philippe So Expensive?

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  Patek Philippe has been dedicated to the art of classic Genevan watchmaking since 1839. With the help of the company's founders, Antoine Norbert de Patek and Adrien Philippe , watchmakers at Patek Philippe enjoy complete creative independence, allowing them to create, develop and craft timepieces that experts consider as the best in the world. As a result of which it has a rich history of innovation, with over a hundred patents to its name out of which twenty of its patents are extremely significant in the history of watchmaking . Patek Philippe is one of the most coveted watch brands in the world for a variety of reasons.    Symbol of luxury and heritage    Patek Philippe has been crafting watches for nearly 180 years and has pioneered several innovative technologies that are being used in horology today, such as the hand-winding two-hand watch, the more advanced perpetual calendar, split-second chronograph and many more. The vast majority of its customers hav...

How to Make sure that the Watch you Own is Authentic before selling them?

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  The pre-owned luxury watch industry is booming and this is the perfect time to sell the pieces you own for the best profits. In order to sell your timepiece, you need to inspect the condition of the watch and its authenticity. There could be any number of reasons for wanting to sell your luxury watch, but making sure that the watch itself lands in the hands of a proper buyer is very important. There are some luxury watch brands that are in high demand like Breitling, Cartier, Rolex, IWC, Patek Phillipe etc. and if your own collection comprises of watches from these brands then you’re lucky and about to get luckier.   For instance, take the Omega Speedmaster Ref 2915-1 ‘Broad Arrow’, its evaluation is upwards of 200,000 dollars.   Complete the checklist below and you will be ready to sell your watch at its true value and to the right buyer.   Collect as much information as possible:  Step one involves collecting all the necessary information reg...

Is There a Market For Pre-Owned Luxury Watches?

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  Since the Covid-19 pandemic, demand for niche watches has surged to great heights. Many new start-ups have entered the market to get the first-mover advantage of selling pre-owned watches. Since the top watch brands like Rolex, Richard Mille, etc. have refused to increase their production to maintain the rarity of their timepieces, there has been a boom in the online business of buying and selling pre-owned luxury watches .   A rise in demand has resulted in an equal increase in the number of watch-selling platforms. As people realize that many luxury watches’ value appreciates with time, they have become even more inclined to sell their watches either to get more money or to buy the latest model of a watch. There are a lot of options out there to sell your watches:  Auction Houses: They are fashionable venues to sell your luxury watches. You are more likely to get a higher price for your piece as the buyers are mostly wealthy people willing to spend a large amoun...

The Complete Checklist For Selling Your Pre-Owned Luxury Watches

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Pre-owned luxury watches are the next big thing in the watch industry. If a particular watch does not fit in your collection or if you’re looking to sell your pre-owned luxury watch, then you’re at the right place. It’s vital that you not only sell your watch based on its right valuation but also sell it to the right place where it will be treasured. In order to sell your pre-owned luxury watch, you must first complete the tasks in the checklist given below for a guaranteed profit and a proper home for your once beloved luxury timepiece.   • Collect all the pertaining data regarding your luxury watch   It’s important to collect as much information as possible of your luxury watch with regards to the age, reference number, specific model number, etc. This will authenticate your watch while determining the watch’s true value. Another important factor to consider is the story behind your watch which may drive up the price if it’s known that the watch contains historical valu...

Best Dress Watches For Your Different Outfits

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  Watches are a sure way to get people's attention. I am the type of person who is obsessed with watches. They're like time possessions to me. I've always had a diverse collection of luxury timepieces. However, at the time of choosing which one to wear, it's difficult for me to navigate between different timepieces and desired outfits I have. Selecting the best dress watch for you is a bit of a challenge from the pool of luxury watches.  To get you started, I've compiled a list of the best dress watches from my entire collection, ranging from the cool and contemporary to the classic and iconic and from the style-conscious to the style-subverting.  Credor Eichi II:  I saw Credor Eichi II watch and was awestruck by its simplicity, clean lines and commanding presence. The rose gold case and three-dimensionality of the hands impart it the authority to add elegance to any outfit. This watch goes well with both formal and casual attire. With its dial design and layout, th...

High Demand on Pre-owned Luxury Watches as Collectibles

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Buying a brand new luxury watch isn't always a better investment than buying a pre-owned luxury watch. Vintage and pre-owned watches are frequently more valuable than new watches, especially since they were made at a time when craftsmanship was no longer compromised and they possess a history that no new ever watch could.   While starting your own phantastic collection it is important to ensure the value of your collection, research secondary market prices and trends. A secondary market offers you access to watches through auction houses, second-hand watch stores, online retailers and even straight from collectors themselves, thanks to social media. Vintage watches, whether from high-end watchmakers like Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin and Audemars Piguet, or the chronograph tool watch group, which includes iconic steel models from brands like Omega, Breitling and Rolex, are currently the most popular among collectors. Their market...