Have you ever thought about buying a pre-owned watch? Or are you one of the many who wouldn’t consider it due to a predisposed idea that new watches are superior? This is a very common fear – that a pre-owned product won’t be as shiny and attractive as a new one – or that it would be more prone to faults. We can assure you that this is not true and we can give you some genuine reasons why you should invest in a pre-owned watch.
1. Less Expensive
To put it plainly, pre-owned watches cost less than a new one. As with all luxury items, you tend to pay a great deal more to be the first person to own it. And, because of this, brands that you would generally deem to be out of your price bracket would actually be within your budget in the pre-owned section.
2. Amazing Quality
All of our pre-owned watches are in exceptional condition and are in perfect working order. They go through a full valet when they reach us and go on sale looking as good as new. They are also all photographed in-house so what you see is what you get! Many also include the original boxes and papers as a further assertion of quality. This is perfect for your own reassurance and to also maintain a good price if you ever want to sell on in the future.
3. More Choice
If you only want to buy a brand new watch, you are limited in your choice as you will, of course, only be able to buy recent models. Pre-owned includes watches of every era and therefore offers a huge variety of styles and models, including pieces that are no longer produced.
4. The Value Can Be Retained
There’s a high probability of selling on a pre-owned watch for around the same price at which you bought it – which is pretty impossible when you buy a brand new one. Although this is dependent on condition, model and market at the time, the chances of this happening are always very high.
Certain pre-owned watches will be worth more after time, and can, therefore, become an investment – especially limited editions and models that are in high demand.
5. Consistently Relevant
Luxury watches do not fit in with flighty ‘trends’ and instead use only the best materials and designs in order to remain classic and timeless in style. This means that they are never outdated - simply ageless in appearance and of the best quality.
6. History & Education
Finding the right watch to suit your personal taste is an educational experience. When you research the different designs out there, you can learn about the heritage and the inspirations behind different brands and models which is a truly fascinating insight.
Additionally, pre-owned watches are rich with history. Every pre-owned watch has a personal story behind it. And, as aforementioned, many of them simply cannot be bought new anymore since so many of them are made in limited quantities or they are discontinued.
Consequently, buying a pre-owned watch does not mean buying something tired and worn. High-quality watches last a very long time, which is why they are such a great investment. And you can get an amazingly priced watch, at the best quality, here at William May. Take a look at our range now and find the perfect watch for you - you might even snag yourself a Rolex (if there’s one to suit your sense of style, of course)! Browse our fabulous selection here.
