Skip The Middleman When Buying Your Next Timepiece

Skip The Middleman When Buying Your Next Timepiece
Sep 02, 2019
Wrist Watch Fix

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The most notable difference between buying your next watch from a traditional retailer and a wholesaler is the discounted price tag at the wholesale shop. Plus, oftentimes, the wholesaler has a shop online for convenience and reduced overhead expenses associated with a physical location and full staff of sales employees. These savings for the business owner translates into more savings for customers.

Trade-In you Old Watch
Did you inherit a watch that does not match your personality or style? Perhaps you bought a luxury piece several years ago and now you would like something different. If you want to find a buyer for your gently used timepiece, you may want to consider selling it to a wholesaler. These companies don't just sell new and slightly used watches. They often buy gently used timepieces as well.

While auctions are possibly the best way to get top dollar for a one-of-a-kind colletor's watch, some dealers will offer good prices for your watch that is still in good working condition. This is also good to keep in mind for the future because the better you take care of your current watch with regular maintenance the higher its value will be. Not all wholesalers are alike, however. It is always helpful to shop around and find out which store gives your watch the most return on your investment or uses your trade-in to get you the lowest price on your next luxury upgrade.

What to Look For
One thing to keep in mind is the price is not the only factor that determines the value of a watch. There are many luxury watch replicas on the market being advertised as the name brand product with a bargain market price. Therefore, a reputable wholesaler will offer a full satisfaction warranty and details about the product. Additionally, there should be some description of the review process to see how the dealer declared the piece as authentic. If used or refurbished, a trustworthy dealer will disclose every devaluing defect upfront. 

Going beyond the purchase, some retail and wholesale dealers will offer maintenance plans or repair services. Although these one-stop-shop services seem appealing, be sure you are getting expert handlers from start-to-finish for all your timepiece care needs. Also, locating a repair shop that can complete your service in-house without shipping it off to an unknown party is helpful to give you the comfort knowing your investment is in good hands. 

Which is Best, Online or Physical Store?
As mentioned, the cost savings are typically better when buying from a store online. In addition, the ability to purchase from any location at any given time is also a huge benefit for most people who can make an after-hours purchase without interrupting their workweek or weekend activities. However, there is something to be said for seeing a timepiece in person with all the glistening components and being able to feel the weight of the piece as you try it on. This is why doing your research ahead of purchase time is so valuable. You can try it on at the physical store location, learn about the manufacturer and specific watch online, and then decide which option works best for your purchase. By doing a little extra research, you will be able to feel confident in the knowledge you have the best deal available on the market with your authentic timepiece.

Therefore, thanks to the digital age, the more expensive physical retail chains, and auctions are no longer the only game in town for purchasing high-end timepieces. Now more than ever, investing in an heirloom watch is a more comfortable process with warranties, accessible background information about the product online, wholesale pricing options, better returns on trade-ins, and repair shops that offer in-house servicing. No longer does wholesale pricing mean fake and devalued. Finding the trusted wholesalers that back up their products with warranties and information about their authentication process is a part of today's shopping experience for that perfect watch that matches your sense of style and budget. Embrace the excitement as you explore the different purchasing avenues for the watch you want at the price you want to pay.  

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