Rolex Service or Independent Service?
If you’ve been following the BeckerTime blog recently, you’ve gotten the message that the Rolex Service Center handles your watch a bit differently than other service centers. So this begs the question, should you get your watch serviced by Rolex or an independent watchmaker? What are the ramifications of each? As we’ve discussed before, when […]
Do Box and Papers Guarantee the Authenticity of a Rolex?
I am always asked if box and papers prove authenticity. I wanted to provide an unbiased response that would apply to all Buyers and Sellers of new and pre owned Rolex watches. A box and/or papers NEVER guarantee authenticity. All they do is possibly guarantee the box and/or papers are authentic (if the box and/or papers […]
What are Vintage Watches
So, what are vintage watches? Most collectors consider Rolex and other fine timepieces older than 25 to 30 years old as vintage watches. This is not only because of their age, but also because how their design and technology matches the time period in which Rolex produced them. For many, collecting vintage watches is an […]
So you think you want a vintage watch?
Do you want a vintage watch? Is a vintage watch a good fit for you? Which vintage watch should you buy? PreOwned Rolex? Where do you start on your vintage watch journey? These are all good questions. Let’s first explore if a vintage watch is a good fit for you. Let’s use clothing as an […]