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HNW Assets: Singapore Watch Auction Fast Approaching

Some news from Singapore, where an online auction is scheduled for early September. Ideal if you are a high net worth type looking for portable assets that banks can’t steal or freeze whenever they feel like it. Just saying. Here’s the word; Singapore-based premier investment advisory firm for high-end watches, FutureGrail, is pleased to announce its inaugural online auction of collectible timepieces, going live on 8th September and running … Continue reading HNW Assets: Singapore Watch Auction Fast Approaching

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Love The AP Royal Oak Camo? Check Out This Auction

We like the AP Royal Oak of course, who wouldn’t? Classic design and it rivals the Rolex GMT II in terms of collector/investor appeal, especially a model like this with its camo style strap. Gives the watch a younger, fresher feel we reckon. Bidding is already over 10K by the way. Yeah. Better investment than Bitcoin some might say..here’s the word from the Watch Collecting … Continue reading Love The AP Royal Oak Camo? Check Out This Auction

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Cadmore Online Watch Auction Preview

We took a look at the Cadmore online auction, which is fast approaching and has some interesting watches on offer. A 2010 Panerai Luminor with box and papers is worth a look, especially if you can get it for about £2600-£3200, as it is in mint condition. A new one is about five grand, so with the auction fees on top a final cost of … Continue reading Cadmore Online Watch Auction Preview

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For Luxury Watch Sellers, This New Auction Site Might Be The Answer

If you want to sell a luxury Swiss watch then an auction can be a good way to do it, especially as the Covid restrictions make visiting watch dealers shops a non-starter. But what about the fees? Some auctions can take a hefty 15-30% from the sale price, in commission, buyers premiums, catalogue photos, secure packaging and consignment charges etc. so your Rolex Sub only … Continue reading For Luxury Watch Sellers, This New Auction Site Might Be The Answer

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Gardiner Houlgate Watch Auction Tomorrow 03.02.2021

We took a quick look at the lots on offer tomorrow in the GH sale, which is of course online only. You need to register with an account before bidding by the way. We like the Omega Seamaster Pro model, with box and paperwork plus warranty card. It lacks a spare link and has some wear, but worth a bid if you’re a fan of … Continue reading Gardiner Houlgate Watch Auction Tomorrow 03.02.2021

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Auctions: Steve McQueen Heuer Should Make a Million

Phillips has an auction in NYC coming up in December, with the highlight being the sale of a Heuer chronograph owned bty the late movie and racing legend, Steve McQueen. Yes, the watch actually worn in Le Mans, and glanced at by Steve before the famous flag dropping scenes, which we are predicting will make $1.3m inc buyers premium. (UPDATE 12.12.2020: We were way out … Continue reading Auctions: Steve McQueen Heuer Should Make a Million

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Gardiner Houlgate Auction 21.10.20: Rolex, Ball, Omega & More

Gardiner Houlgate has another watch auction coming up and the star of the show is a 1961 Rolex Submariner, with the 3-6-9 dial, which is estimated to fetch over £150,000. It’s got the original box and paperwork too, which is very unusual for a 60s Rolex as many people simply chucked that stuff away back then. UPDATED: The watch sold to a collector based in … Continue reading Gardiner Houlgate Auction 21.10.20: Rolex, Ball, Omega & More

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Sotheby’s Fall Watch Sale NYC

Sotheby’s has another prestige watch sale happening this week. Here are some highlights; The Royal Oak Quantieme Perpetuel (header images) combines an iconic sports watch design with the most classic horological complication: the perpetual calendar. The collection first launched in 1983 as the Reference 5554. The model was originally dressed in a 39 mm case and has since seen over 90 variations in style and … Continue reading Sotheby’s Fall Watch Sale NYC

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