How The Process Works
Discover our transparent and reliable watch-trading process, designed to give you the best value with confidence.
1. Choose Your Watch
Fill out our quick form about the watch youβre looking for and the watch youβd like to trade-in.
2. Speak with an Expert
Speak with one of our expert watch specialists about your timepiece and the trade you would like to make.
3. Send Us Your Watch
You'll receive a pre-paid shipping label including insurance, or we'll arrange face-to-face collection.
4. Receive Your New Watch
Once we have received and inspected your watch, weβll ship you your new watch within 48 hours.
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What is the minimum and maximum amount of money I can get?
The amount of money your watch is valued at depends on a few factors: condition, accessories (including box and papers), and the current selling value on the secondary market.Β
What is the minimum and maximum amount of money I can get?
The amount of money your watch is valued at depends on a few factors: condition, accessories (including box and papers), and the current selling value on the secondary market.Β
How quickly will I receive an evaluation?
Once your submission is received by our team, we work on getting you an evaluation within the first 24 hours.Β
What if I decline the purchase offer?
You are welcome to decline any offer. If the watch has already been shipped to us, we will return the watch to you and cover the cost of shipping and insurance. If the watch is in your possession already, there is nothing more you need to do once you decline our offer.
Can I negotiate my purchase offer?
There is sometimes room to negotiate based on the payment method used for any outstanding payment required or by providing additional supporting information about the watch being traded in. Β Please feel free to talk to your Client Advisor to more fully understand the offer and discover if there is any room to create a better deal.
How quickly do I get paid?
After the watch arrives and inspected, we will send your payment within 72 hours.
How does the watch get to The 1916 Company?
Your Client Advisor at The 1916 Company will send you a pre-paid, fully-insured shipping label. You will just need to package the watch and take to the closest shipping location.
What if my watch is worth more than what I'm trading towards?
If the value of your watch(es) is determined to be more than the watch you're trading towards, we will pay you the difference via check, ACH, or wire transfer.
Top Value Paid
We pay top dollar for luxury watches, with payouts higher than any other online retailer.
Free Insured Shipping
Enjoy risk-free complimentary shipping, insured at the full value of your watch.
Immediate Payment
Receive your payment or new watch immediately after evaluation is complete.