MyStolenWatch journal

Watch safety guides for every transaction

Straightforward guidance for collectors, buyers, and trade professionals who want to make safer decisions around pre-owned watches.

Buying guide5 min read

How to Spot a Suspicious Watch Listing Before You Buy

Learn the warning signs in a pre-owned luxury watch listing, from missing serial photos to pressure-selling tactics.

Rolex guide6 min read

A practical due-diligence checklist for buying a pre-owned Rolex from a dealer, marketplace, or private seller.

Buyer safety4 min read

How to respond when a seller cannot show a serial number on a luxury watch or its accompanying documents.

Professional guide6 min read

A clear process for dealers and buyers handling a trade-in, consignment, or private pre-owned luxury watch purchase.

Buyer safety5 min read

Practical first steps if a serial-number search, seller message, or authority suggests that a watch you bought may be stolen.