Model & identity
Maker, reference, materials and configuration establish which watch is being evaluated. Inspection is necessary; a logo or box alone does not establish authenticity.
SELL WATCHES
Sell your watch.
Know the details.
Tell us the maker and what you know about your watch. The SDJB buying team can discuss its reference, condition and history before you decide what to do next.
Start with an inquiry. Final offer after evaluation.
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WHAT YOU CAN BRING
The reference is only the beginning.
Two watches with the same model name can differ in age, materials, components and condition. A useful evaluation looks at the actual watch, not just an online asking price.
- Luxury wristwatches, including Rolex and Cartier
- Patek Philippe, Breitling and other fine watchmakers
- Vintage and estate watches
- A single watch or a collection
Maker names are examples, not a promise to buy every watch. Tell us about non-running condition, modifications or missing parts when you inquire.
WHAT SHAPES THE OFFER
The details behind the number.
Condition & originality
Case, dial, movement and bracelet details matter. Disclose replacement components, modifications, polishing or known repairs.
History & market
Service records, box, papers and extra links provide context. The buyer also considers the market for that particular reference and condition.
AN ILLUSTRATION, NOT A PRICE ESTIMATE
Understand how jewelry offers are determinedSame reference. Different details.
Illustrative example: two watches sharing a reference may have different bracelets, replacement dials or service needs. Those differences can affect an offer. A high advertised price for another watch does not establish the amount yours will receive.
FROM YOUR FIRST QUESTION
Know what happens next.
Your conversation goes to the SDJB team. Your preferred visit store stays with your inquiry.
Tell us about your item
Start with what you know. You don’t need a model number or an appraisal to begin.
Meet your buyer
Your item is examined in person. Ask questions about the evaluation and your options.
Decide with the details
Hear the reasoning behind the offer, then decide whether selling is right for you.
Gather what you already have.
Start with what you already know. Ask the team what else would help with your particular piece.
- Bring the watch, extra bracelet links and original accessories if available.
- Include any warranty card, purchase receipt or service records.
- Describe running condition and known changes; you do not need to open the case yourself.
- Ask before servicing or polishing solely to sell. Bring valid photo ID for an SDJB transaction.
A REAL PLACE. PEOPLE YOU CAN MEET.
Your next stop.
BEFORE YOU DECIDE
Your questions, answered.
Can I inquire without the box or papers?
Yes. Tell the team what is available. Missing accessories or documents are useful details to disclose; an offer still depends on evaluation of the watch.
What if my watch is not running?
Mention that in your inquiry, including any diagnosis or service history you know. The buyer can discuss whether the watch is suitable for evaluation; repair needs may affect the offer.
Should I polish or service it first?
Ask the buying team before commissioning work solely for a sale. New work may not increase the offer by what it costs, and changes to a watch should be disclosed.
Can I borrow against the watch instead?
You can ask about collateral-loan eligibility. The lender holds an eligible watch under the loan agreement, and repayment according to its terms is required to recover it.
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CONSIDERING ANOTHER OPTION?
Ask about borrowing.
A collateral loan is a separate option for an eligible item. The lender holds it under the agreement; repayment according to the terms is required to recover it.
More than one kind of piece?
Find the details that matter for each item you’re considering.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Let’s talk about your watch.
An inquiry starts the conversation. A final offer follows evaluation.