The Ultimate Guide to Buying Pre-owned Rolex Watches Online

As enjoyable as it is to wear a Rolex watch, purchasing luxury watches online can come with a few questions. Not the least of which is “How do I even purchase a pre-owned Rolex watch online?”. We frequently get asked this question, so we decided to take the time to create this brief article to shed some light on the overall process of purchasing a watch on our website. Buying an authentic used Rolex watch online without enough thought may be risky, but with enough research, it will end up being an enjoyable and worthwhile experience.

Understanding how to buy a pre-owned Rolex online is a relatively simple process. Determining whether you should buy a used Rolex online is a whole different matter. And to help with that, we’ve noted a few specific points you should be aware of before starting the pre-owned Rolex watch buying process.

Should I Be Concerned About Buying A Used Rolex Watch Online?

When considering purchasing a pre-owned Rolex watch, the first step is deciding if you want a used or new timepiece. New watches are the preferred quality and condition to buy a watch. They also come with the manufacturers warranty. On the other hand,  buying Pre-owned Rolex watches can offer you a variety of choices due to the fact that they include discontinued models and vintage timepieces.

Purchasing a pre-owned Rolex watch is simpler than ever, but shopping online does not always guarantee authenticity or quality of the timepiece. Non-authorized online shops such as Ebay, Craigslist or even online watch marketplaces cannot always guarantee that their pre-owned Rolex watches are fully authentic. Thus, researching Rolex dealers that specialize in the online buying or selling of used Rolex watches is essential. Harold Freeman Jewelers are an authorized Rolex dealer, have been in business for over 70 years, and are a recognized name in the new and used Rolex watch market with an excellent reputation for all things Rolex. Since used Rolex watches need to be fully certified and authenticated, make sure to purchase used Rolex watches through an authorized dealer first and foremost.

The Most Essential Part Of Buying A Used Rolex Watch Online Is Research

1.) Decide on Modern or vintage. Watches are separated into modern and vintage categories. The older the timepiece, the more research is required.

2.) Identify the model (Submariner) and it’s model number as well as the age of the pre-owned Rolex watch you are interested in purchasing. You can determine the age by referencing the serial number.

3.)  Buy a used Rolex watch that comes with original warranty papers and box. This is called a complete set. Make sure to ask when it was last serviced.

4.) Extensive research is crucial. When looking at prices, it is essential to look into individual company websites from reputable dealers and compare numbers. Used Rolex watches sell year-round at premium price points, so if you’re looking to buy, sooner is almost always better than later.

When purchasing online, make sure the method of payment is secure with a legal guarantee such as a major credit card or Paypal. The business’ return policy should also be transparent and easy to understand. Reputable companies always offer some form of warranty on the timepiece.

Choose A Reputable Authorized Watch Dealer

Hands down, authorize Rolex dealers are the safest place to buy new, vintage and pre-owned Rolex watches.  A company such as Harold Freeman Jewelers (Authorized Watch Dealer) gives all of it’s customers a 2-year warranty with every pre-owned Rolex in the certified pre-owned collection, and because we are held at a higher standard being an  AD, you can rest assured that any used Rolex watch you purchase will be 100% authentic, and never contains any aftermarket parts.

Trading In Your old Watch

You can trade in your old watch towards one of our pristine certified pre-owned watches simply by filling out the “quote” Form in the left hand column of this page. Please include your contact information, some details of your watch and some photos of your watch and we will get back to you within 48 hours. we make buying a pre-owned Rolex watch easy and safe. We look forward to helping you find that perfect watch.