Common Questions

Yes, we pay cash for watches, if you are interstate we wire funds upon delivery, cash or cheque in person, whichever you prefer.

Cash, Cheque, Wire Transfer, Its up to you.

No, you do not need the original watch and accompanying paperwork to sell your watch BUT it does dramatically help and will increase the value of your watch.

To sell your watch you need the watch and an Australian form/s of ID that have a residential address (drivers license) (any accompanying box, paperwork, original purchase receipts help dramatically and will increase the value of your watch but are not necessary)

We buy most watches, however typically specialize in fine Swiss watches and timepieces. (generally $500 to $500,000+ in value)

No the offer does not expire however if left for long enough, market values can change and an offer could either go up or down. There is no set time though that you must accept an offer, we never put any pressure on you to take something without thinking about it.

You DO NOT need to authenticate your watch prior to coming to us as we are able to do this ourselves. Some watches however may need to be inspected at the workshop to ensure authenticity (this is only done at sellers consent)

We do buy watches that are not in working order, however the extent of the damage has to be thoroughly examined by us prior and factored into the purchase price.

We do not buy or deal in any fake/counterfeit/replica watches. Any of the likes will be taken and handed over to police and reported as an act of fraud.

Brisbane Watch Buyers are the biggest watch traders in Queensland. We love good watches and with such a prosperous and strong market, we pay top dollar to ensure we can continue to get, and deal in, the best watches available. (and we want our customers to be happy and spread the word)

Brisbane Watch Buyers have been second hand watch dealers for over 30 years now in the Brisbane City. We follow all second hand dealer laws and regulations through the process of purchase. For our security and for our customers also. Unlike other watch dealers currently, we have a physical shop in the Brisbane City.

We pay cash on the spot or direct bank transfer with osko (depending on the customer's preference) and the transaction is instant. Once we have finished the paper work and we have the watch, the customer has the money before they walk out the store

No your valuation is free and can usually be done on the spot at our offices or over the phone. If you are interstate and cannot come to see us in person we may ask that you fill our a get a quote form located here or send through some photos of your watch to hello@brisbanewatchbuyers.com

No, we deal on a national scale. We have plenty experience buying watches all over Australia, we buy dozens of watches interstate monthly. All of our watches are fully covered in transit. Alternatively you can drop off your watch at our Brisbane Headquarters.

We realistically determine what your watch is worth based on our previous sales history and global market prices. Each watch is unique and is assessed on a case by case basis. There are many finite details that can affect your watches value. Our knowledge and expertise can accurately determine this.

In most circumstances we ask that you do send through few photos of the watch you would like to sell using our ‘get a quote form’ its quick, easy and will take only a few moments to fill out. A member of our staff will contact you within the next 24hours to go through your best options and give you a quote.

We do, ultimately we will realistically determine what price we will be retailing your watch at.