How pre-ordering a watch works
Some watches on our marketplace — including highly sought-after references not yet in hand — are available to pre-order. This policy explains how pre-orders are placed, paid for, and fulfilled.
Last updated: September 2026
What a pre-order means
A pre-order reserves a specific watch — either one being sourced on your behalf or one expected to arrive in our inventory — before it's physically in hand and ready to ship. Placing a pre-order guarantees your place in line for that piece once it clears our authentication process.
Deposits and payment
Pre-orders typically require a non-refundable deposit at the time of order, with the remaining balance charged once the watch has arrived and passed final authentication. The deposit amount and total price are disclosed clearly before you confirm a pre-order.
Place your pre-order and pay the required deposit to reserve the watch.
We source and authenticate the watch, and notify you of its status along the way.
Once verified, we charge the remaining balance and ship your watch fully insured.
Estimated timelines
Timelines for pre-orders vary depending on the specific reference and its availability, and are provided as estimates at the time of order — not guarantees. Delays can occur due to sourcing conditions outside our control, including manufacturer availability and prior ownership timelines. We'll keep you updated if an estimated timeline changes materially.
Cancelling a pre-order
- Deposits are non-refundable once a pre-order has been placed, as they reserve sourcing effort and inventory allocation on our end
- If we're unable to fulfill a pre-order within a reasonable time of the estimated timeline, you may cancel and receive a full refund of your deposit
- If the watch fails our authentication process once sourced, you'll be offered a full refund or the option to wait for an alternative unit
Pricing changes
The price confirmed at the time you place your pre-order is the price you pay, even if market prices for that reference shift before the watch arrives. This applies as long as the order remains active and is not cancelled or altered by you.
Questions about a pre-order
Reach out any time for an update on where your pre-order stands.
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