TAKING THE PLUNGE

The intricacies of buying a second-hand watch can leave the novice overwhelmed with confusion and self-doubt. It’s a daunting market requiring serious research, and questions abound: Am I being overcharged? Does that scratch mean I should pass? Is this piece authentic?… Brian Adams asks watch experts at Sotheby’s and Christie’s for their best advice for new collectors

Illustrations EMMA HOPE REED

Rarity does not equate to value, except in exceptional circumstances. Just because something is hard to come by does not mean it’s worth lots of money Listen To Your Heart The buyers of second-hand watches can usually be divided into two categories: the sentimentalists and the investors. Some people want to own a piece of the past, maybe something their parents or grandparents wore, that will transport them back to a time for which they feel nostalgia. Others are looking for good deals, bargains that will pay off with a quick flip through a resale, or a watch to store until it has appreciated in value. Jessie Kang, Sotheby’s head of watches, Asia, says buyers should look beyond the potential dollar value. “The very first and important reminder we often suggest to clients…

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Tatler Hong Kong (Digital) - 1 Issue, June 2017

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