The Best Place to Sell My High-Grade Designer Watch

What is my watch worth?

The reference number is the first thing to establish, then condition, whether the case has been polished, and whether you have the box and papers. Send us the reference and a few photos and we will give you a range before you make the trip.

Do I need the box and papers?

No, we buy watches without them every week. They do add value, more on some brands than others, so bring them if you have them.

Should I service the watch before selling?

No. Tell us what it is doing instead. We factor the work in, and an unnecessary service sometimes costs more than it adds, particularly if original parts get replaced.

Do you buy quartz and non-Swiss watches?

Yes, though they are worth less than their mechanical equivalents. We will give you a real number either way rather than turning you away at the counter.

Can I borrow against a watch?

Yes. A collateral loan lets you keep ownership while we hold the piece in a climate-controlled vault. No credit check, nothing reported to a credit bureau, no minimum and no maximum. The standard term is four months and you can redeem early at any time.

How do I get paid?

We pay the same day you accept. There is no per-transaction cash limit, though a very large amount needs a day's notice so we can arrange the funds. Check and wire are always available.

Where can I sell a watch near me in San Diego?

907 6th Ave in the Gaslamp Quarter, downtown, Monday to Friday 10am to 6pm. A short drive from Hillcrest, North Park, La Jolla, Coronado, Point Loma, Mission Valley and Chula Vista. Reserved customer parking is available in the ACE lot across the street, directly opposite our storefront. Paid parking options are also available. Not local?

The Sell From Home kit is free and insured to the full value of the item.

Identify your Rolex before you sell or buy

Start with the reference, then check the watch itself. These guides on our shop site help you understand the numbers without treating a lookup as proof of authenticity or an exact valuation.

• Rolex serial and reference numbers guide. Understand model references, material and bezel codes, letter suffixes, and the limits of serial-number dating.
• Browse the Rolex reference library. Explore individual models and references, then compare the details of your watch.
• Rolex suffixes and our catalog variant codes. Tell factory reference suffixes apart from the dial and bracelet labels used in our catalog.