eBay transactions?

[boomer28]

Co-worker just bought a Sub on eBay that was "authenticity guaranteed" process.

I was shocked he went this route but it seems he got a real watch that was in advertised condition. Anyone else and more specifically anyone heard any stories about not-so-happy buyers taking eBay up on this?

I use eBay from time time for random things but would have never in a million years considered for luxury watches....

[vlps]

theoretically safer than buying from a private user on this website. I believe watches sold on ebay are shipped to an assigned watchmaker at a midway point between the buyer and seller and than authenticated before being shipped to the buyer

[wesdaniel]

I have bought a handful of watches on ebay and never had an issue. The watches that I've bought haven't been highly faked models (nor anything above $6K - $7K).

One of them went through the ebay authentication process. It gave me no more confidence than I had previously as I was confident in the seller before I ever made the purchase.

[KY..]

I used it for buying a vintage Heuer Autavia and it was returned to the seller because of a couple non original parts that I already knew about.
So I then made a separate deal with the seller for a lot less than the original price and made out very well in the end since I already had the correct replacement parts.

[928ktgold]

I got 2 watches through eBay a juvenia for my dad and my 16610LV. Both through the eBay authentication. No problems

[envuks]

I purchased 1 side of an oysterflex strap on ebay with authenticity guarantee. It turned out to be fake (I made a post here on it awhile back).

I was able to get my money back, but it took a lot of pushing with the seller and correspondence with eBay using the guarantee as leverage. I guess ebay would have taken action on their account had the seller not complied with the refund.

For a $300 part it wasn’t a big deal. However had I gone through this with a $xx,xxx watch it would have felt stressful.

Just my experience


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[TimeAZ]

Like anything else, a little common sense goes a long way. If the seller is reputable and the watch comes full kit with warranty, papers, etc., then you'll probably be ok

[TimeAZ]

Originally Posted by envuks

I purchased 1 side of an oysterflex strap on ebay with authenticity guarantee. It turned out to be fake (I made a post here on it awhile back).

Are you sure you had the authenticity guarantee on that purchase? It only applies to sales >$2000 and for watches, not just watch parts.

Originally Posted by eBay

What items are “eligible” for Authenticity Guarantee?
Currently, watches listed in the primary category of wristwatches and sold for $2,000.00 USD or more are eligible for the Authenticity Guarantee service. In addition, Auction items in the wristwatch category that are expected to sell above $2,000.00 USD are also included in the service.

Smart watches, watch parts, and accessories are not eligible for authentication. Items specified as customized will not be authenticated. Customized is defined as original brand parts that have been replaced with non-brand parts, or parts not original to the model or era, or components that are modified from the original design. Listings that offer only local pickup or items shipped to P.O. Boxes will not be eligible for Authenticity Guarantee. Any item purchased using an offline payment method will not be eligible for Authenticity Guarantee.

[daveswordfish]

Originally Posted by vlps

theoretically safer than buying from a private user on this website. I believe watches sold on ebay are shipped to an assigned watchmaker at a midway point between the buyer and seller and than authenticated before being shipped to the buyer

True, except it’s not necessarily a watchmaker. I know secondary market dealers that do this for eBay. I have sneaks been curious…what if it’s found to be fake afterwards?


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[boomer28]

Originally Posted by daveswordfish

True, except it’s not necessarily a watchmaker. I know secondary market dealers that do this for eBay. I have sneaks been curious…what if it’s found to be fake afterwards?


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That's my issue: Buy & fake: long drawn out process, how do you even talk to anyone at ebay?

But what about other side? You sell real watch, they send fake one back. Paranoid, yes, but I could see that happening....

[Blueteg]

Originally Posted by TimeAZ

Are you sure you had the authenticity guarantee on that purchase? It only applies to sales >$2000 and for watches, not just watch parts.

I purchased a $120 pair of shoes on Ebay and they went to the authentication center first, then to me. So they do authenticate articles outside of watches north of $2,000.
Didn't know they offered the service on watch accessories though.