The vintage watch market is booming. It's very difficult to find honest pieces in a good condition and for a decent price. Buying online is even worse and can be a regular minefield. This is a checklist of online dealers that you can trust. Buy authentic pieces without the headaches.

1. 1 A N A L O G / S H I F T
This online shop was founded out of a love for history and
design. The (macro) pictures are high quality and show
every little detail. The collection is mainly chronographs
and tool watches but there is an occasional dress watch as
well.
2 B O B ' S W A T C H E S
Bob’s Watches only deals with pre-owned Rolex
watches. They’re the first and only online marketplace that
uses the exchange concept. This is the leading online
destination for pre-owned Rolex watches. These guys know
Rolex inside and out.
3 B U L A N G & S O N S
Bulang & Sons is an online boutique. They combine vintage
watches with modern craftsmanship. This online boutique
is a way to combine design, craftsmanship, and timeless
classics. The pictures are high quality, not only technically
but also aesthetically.
4 C H R O N O 2 4
Chrono24 is the largest online marketplace for luxury
watches in the world. Watch dealers and private sellers
offer their watches in the marketplace. Buyers enjoy the
enormous supply of watches, transparent services, and
secure transactions (Trusted Checkout).
5 C R O W N & C A L I B E R
Crown & Caliber is the #1 consignor for luxury watches.
The watch will be authenticated and certified, serviced, and
backed with a 1-year warranty. As a buyer, you have the
opportunity to buy a vintage watch for a fraction of retail
price.
Sometimes you want to buy a vintage watch without the hassle and the
headaches.
This is your checklist of dealers of vintage watches that you can trust.
Timepieces that are 100% legit and certified by the pros.
by Melvin Hollenberg
V I N T A G E W A T C H C L A S S I C S
VWC is a no-nonsense webshop. The website is
minimalistic with the focus on the watches for sale. All
watches have been checked by a master watchmaker and
are guaranteed to run well.
W A T C H E S T O B U Y . C O M
This is the oldest webshop in the list (online since 1998).
He has more than 30 years of vintage watch expertise
under his belt. He’s very proud to have supplied
watches to the leads of the Mad Men series during
seasons 5,6 and 7.
W A T C H S T E E Z
Watchsteez is an online shop with its focus on chronographs
and tool watches. You won’t find any ridiculously expensive
watches here. The main goal is to offer a selection of honest
vintage watches without breaking the bank.
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ONLINE VINTAGE
WATCH SHOPS
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