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kgglonghorn · 27 October 2012, 06:33 AM

I just found a Tudor watch that I really like at a jewelry store (local, reputable) but it does not have the box or papers. While I would be buying the watch primarily because I really like it, should I be concerned for any reason about it not having box or papers? If I ever wanted to have the watch serviced or sell it, will it matter that it does not have either? Thanks.

lhanddds · 27 October 2012, 07:02 AM

Papers are faked more and more these days so less security there than before. If you are not good at identifying the watch you are looking at, it might be best to post some good pics. Those in the know will help you.

It would be good to discuss their return policy before leaving the store.

mrbill2mrbill2 · 27 October 2012, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by lhanddds

Papers are faked more and more these days so less security there than before. If you are not good at identifying the watch you are looking at, it might be best to post some good pics. Those in the know will help you.

It would be good to discuss their return policy before leaving the store.

Good advice. OP - I would suggest you follow it.

springbar · 27 October 2012, 07:12 AM

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Originally Posted by kgglonghorn

I just found a Tudor watch that I really like at a jewelry store (local, reputable) but it does not have the box or papers. While I would be buying the watch primarily because I really like it, should I be concerned for any reason about it not having box or papers? If I ever wanted to have the watch serviced or sell it, will it matter that it does not have either? Thanks.

Which Tudor Chrono?

kgglonghorn · 27 October 2012, 07:14 AM

78280 with silver face and black mini-dials. I trust the jeweler and the papers don't bother me...I just like for my watches to come with their boxes...

kgglonghorn · 27 October 2012, 07:16 AM

79280, not 78280

slcbbrown · 28 October 2012, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by kgglonghorn

78280 with silver face and black mini-dials. I trust the jeweler and the papers don't bother me...I just like for my watches to come with their boxes...

The biggest issue is authenticity, and if you trust the store, don't worry and buy it. Papers are a lot easier to fake than a watch. Also, any decent (not super expert) watch person can tell a real Rolex/Tudor from a fake.

Micha · 29 October 2012, 12:26 AM

I bought and sold a lot of watches over the decades, but not as many as the dealers here of course. The difference when buying with or without box and papers is about 10% minimum, IMHO. Papers of course are more important than the box. But I am sure some members here will disagree ....

padi56 · 29 October 2012, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by kgglonghorn

I just found a Tudor watch that I really like at a jewelry store (local, reputable) but it does not have the box or papers. While I would be buying the watch primarily because I really like it, should I be concerned for any reason about it not having box or papers? If I ever wanted to have the watch serviced or sell it, will it matter that it does not have either? Thanks.

Well the so called papers are nothing more that a warranty,once its expired well its a bit of paper.And will add never rely on these so called papers to prove authenticity of any watch same for the packaging box.

G8RDPM · 29 October 2012, 09:51 AM

Can't the local store remove the back of the watch and verify if it is authentic?

27 October 2012, 06:33 AM	#1
kgglonghorn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Posts: 375	Tudor Chrono without papers or box I just found a Tudor watch that I really like at a jewelry store (local, reputable) but it does not have the box or papers. While I would be buying the watch primarily because I really like it, should I be concerned for any reason about it not having box or papers? If I ever wanted to have the watch serviced or sell it, will it matter that it does not have either? Thanks.

29 October 2012, 12:26 AM	#8
Micha "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Michael Location: S.Florida/Ontario Watch: 6263, 1675 Posts: 2,259	I bought and sold a lot of watches over the decades, but not as many as the dealers here of course. The difference when buying with or without box and papers is about 10% minimum, IMHO. Papers of course are more important than the box. But I am sure some members here will disagree .... __________________ life is good

27 October 2012, 07:02 AM	#2
lhanddds Banned Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Watch: of course Posts: 8,429	Papers are faked more and more these days so less security there than before. If you are not good at identifying the watch you are looking at, it might be best to post some good pics. Those in the know will help you. It would be good to discuss their return policy before leaving the store.

27 October 2012, 07:14 AM	#5
kgglonghorn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Posts: 375	78280 with silver face and black mini-dials. I trust the jeweler and the papers don't bother me...I just like for my watches to come with their boxes...

27 October 2012, 07:16 AM	#6
kgglonghorn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Posts: 375	79280, not 78280

29 October 2012, 09:51 AM	#10
G8RDPM 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: South Carolina Posts: 3,252	Can't the local store remove the back of the watch and verify if it is authentic?

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