Vintage Watch Valuation – Full Photo Report

An illustrated PDF report for owners and prospective buyers, based on exterior, movement and inside-caseback photographs.

This option is for owners or prospective buyers who can provide both external and internal photos of the watch. It allows for a deeper analysis and a more refined market-range estimate. Standard processing is approximately 2–4 business days after receipt of complete photographs and information.

What you receive

• Estimated production period and model-family context
• Movement identification and visible technical characteristics
• Analysis of caseback markings (references, hallmarks, manufacturer)
• Description of visible dial, hands, case and design elements
• A more precise market-range estimate based on complete photo data

Pre-Purchase Assessment

Considering a vintage watch you do not yet own? You can use this €89 Full Photo Report to obtain an independent, photograph-based informational assessment before committing to the purchase.

Send us the seller's photographs, a link to the listing (for example, Chrono24), the asking price and any specific questions. For this full report, please obtain clear movement and inside-caseback photographs as well as exterior views. A listing link alone is not sufficient if it lacks the required images. If the seller cannot provide the internal photographs, please contact us before ordering to confirm what assessment is possible.

• Review of visible dial, hands and case details, distinguishing natural aging, wear and damage from possible local repair, redial or refinishing where the photographs allow.
• Movement identification and assessment of historical consistency between the visible dial, case, movement and markings.
• An estimated market range with the asking price considered in light of visible condition and available comparable evidence.
• Clearly stated uncertainties and limitations of the photograph-based assessment.

Scope and limits: this is a photo-based informational assessment. We do not confirm authenticity and do not issue certificates. It is not a guarantee of originality, mechanical condition, future reliability or purchase outcome, and it does not replace physical inspection by a qualified watchmaker.

Standard processing is approximately 2–4 business days after receipt of complete materials. Please allow time for the report before agreeing to a purchase deadline.

Photos you need to provide

Please upload high-resolution photos of:

• Front view (straight-on)
• Side view with the crown
• Back view (closed caseback)
• Movement (full shot + close-ups)
• Inside caseback (engraved markings)
• Case size (diameter without crown)

How the process works

1. Order the Full Photo Report. If you cannot obtain the required internal photographs, contact us before ordering to confirm the available scope.
2. Receive submission instructions by email. Send the required photographs and information; for a pre-purchase assessment, include the listing link and asking price.
3. We review the material and prepare your illustrated PDF report, based on the visible characteristics, historical research and available market evidence.
4. Receive your PDF report by email, normally within 2–4 business days after we receive the complete materials.

Who this option is for

• Owners who can have the watch opened safely by a qualified watchmaker
• Prospective buyers who can obtain complete photographs from the seller
• Sellers preparing a watch for sale
• Collectors researching the technical and historical background