Verification Process

Every watch Uptown Exchange lists goes through the same review before it is offered for sale. We are an independent pre-owned dealer, not an authorized retailer or service center for any manufacturer, so we verify each piece ourselves and stand behind the result with our Authentication Guarantee.

1. Reference and Serial Match

We match the reference number and serial number on the watch to the original papers and documentation that accompany it. A watch whose documentation does not check out is not listed.

2. Verification Against Manufacturer Records

We check the watch's specifications, including its reference, dial, bracelet, and production period, against manufacturer records to confirm it is configured the way the maker produced it.

3. Personal Inspection

Every watch is personally inspected before it is listed, and the condition we describe is the condition we have seen.

4. What This Does Not Cover

Our review verifies authenticity and documentation. It is not a mechanical service or water-resistance test, and we recommend servicing through an authorized manufacturer service center. The Authentication Guarantee sets out exactly what is and is not covered.