Buying Used Watches
There are many reasons to buy used watches, but often the lack of a guarantee and
unknown condition of the inside of the watch, prevents many potential watch buyers from considering buying a used watch or second hand watch. The draw of buying a used watch is being able to afford a fine watch that would normally be out of the purchasers budget. It isnt always about owning a watch for the status; it also is about owning a watch that is appreciated because of its fine craftsmanship and accuracy. There is the option of buying certified pre-owned watches, which often have many of the same benefits of a new watch.
One of the most important benefits of certified pre-owned watches is that they come with a guarantee. It may seem too good to be true, but it isnt. Not all used watches have the benefits (like the guarantee) of a certified pre-owned watch. The reason that a jeweler will be able to provide a guarantee when a pre-owned watch is purchased is because the watch was expertly repaired and restored by professionally trained and certified watchmakers. Repair, restoration, and re-conditioning of a pre-owned watch is done in the following ways:
* Several step inspection
* Disassembly
* Replacement of damaged or worn parts
* Cleaning and polishing
* Reassembly
* Regulating
* Case tightening
* Pressure check
* Auto wind testing
When a jeweler goes through the time, the effort, and the cost of restoring, reconditioning, and repairing a pre-owned watch, they can confidently offer a guarantee. A watch guarantee will vary from jeweler to jeweler, but here are some examples of guarantees that can be found for a certified pre-owned watch:
* 1-2 year warranty
* Like new condition
* Authenticity and valuation receipt provided
* Limited free maintenance
* 10 day (no questions asked) return, replacement, or exchange
* Like new for life policy
* Satisfaction guaranteed
Once a watch buyer feels confident about the guarantee and the condition of a pre-owned watch, it is easy to move on to the other benefits of a certified pre-owned watch, like being able to afford a fine watch that would normally be unaffordable. The price of a new watch will always be higher than the same fine watch pre-owned, with or without certification and a guarantee.
When a watch is certified and guaranteed by a jeweler, you know your investment can be repaired and restored by them even after the guarantee is no longer in affect. This will assure a fine watch will have an extended lifespan.
When buying a certified pre-owned watch as a gift, be sure you know how the recipient feels about used gifts. You may know the many benefits, but they may not. Most people receiving a fine watch will appreciate the value of a pre-owned watch. Heirloom and antique jewelry is becoming more and more popular to wear and as an added benefit, it is a good investment as well. Jewelry often is more stable than other investments when the economy starts to go crazy.
It doesnt matter if you are buying a new watch or a pre-owned watch, you will want to make sure it is a style that fits you. An everyday watch will need to be versatile and of a classic design that will match almost anything. A watch for formal occasions can be more uniquely designed and can have a more detailed, intricate design. Dependability and quality is necessity for all watch purchases.
There are some new watches that dont even come with a guarantee like the guarantee that is offered Gray & Sons Jewelry and Watches! You can request a free catalog to look over the certified pre-owned watches that are available or you can look online at the wide range of watch brands that they offer.
by: Kristy Mills
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