What to look For Prior to Buying a Mid-Level Luxury Watches

By Kevin Bacon


When you are purchasing a mid-level expensive watch, priced over $1,000, there are many things you wish to look for. You're probably looking out for a mechanical movement rather than quartz, as well as a brand name watch like Breguet. Here are a few of the most vital factors for you to think about as you are purchasing a medium range watch.

Most used luxury watches for sale over $1,000 will include mechanical movement. You should nevertheless , look for a watch with anti-reflective coating that reduces glare on the face of the watch. You can easily see the difference by comparing a dial of a top-end watch vs a cheaper watch in the light. This coating improves legibility and is applied to the rear and front of the watch's crystal. Look for a watch which has the coating on either side, even though it should be on the bottom at least. As the coating can scratch off, you might need to have it reapplied or replace the crystal ultimately.

You will also wish to check for screwed links in the bangle of the watch. Screw bars are much better than screw pins, as they last for longer and look better. Both can be changed with the proper tools. Next, look for a chronometer certification that might not be included with the watch you are considering, while it definitely adds significant value. A small number of Swiss-made watches come COSC Chronometer licensed, which suggests they are sent to COSC and tested over days in many positions.

Your watch should ideally have a very top quality finish and polish, as some watches are basically like fake chromed metal and do not last long. Check the sides of the watch and ensure the finish is applied uniformly to the metal. The finish shouldn't simply be a coating that will wear off over a period.

Other things that make a great mid-range timepiece include a singular design, like the Rolex Submariner, as well as some decoration on the dial or the movement. You may also want to consider worth retention if you wish to sell the watch at some particular point.




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