Free, no-obligation authentication by certified watchmakers, for Sydney owners who want to know exactly what they have.

Whether you have inherited a watch, bought privately, or simply want certainty before insuring or selling, our certified watchmakers examine your timepiece and tell you what it is. Authentication is free and carries no obligation to sell.
Sydney's private sale market is the largest in Australia, and the volume of watches changing hands through classifieds, forums and social media is exactly why independent verification matters. A Submariner bought privately in the Eastern Suburbs deserves the same scrutiny as one bought at auction.
Every watch is assessed across three areas before we give you an answer
Calibre, finishing, serial and reference engravings, and whether the movement matches the case it sits in.
Machining quality, lug profile, clasp construction and engraving depth, all common tells on counterfeits.
Printing, lume application and any sign the dial has been refinished, which materially affects value.
Most authentications completed within 24 to 48 hours
What customers say about authentication and selling with Buy Your Watch
"I wanted to sell my Rolex watch as easily as possible. Max gave me a solid offer that was very fair and after verifying its authenticity transferred payment immediately into my account. Highly recommend!"
"Incredibly professional and easy to deal with - ultra quick from start to finish. Max is your guy if you're looking to sell a high-end watch."
"Fantastic service, offering greater price than any other one I approached. Thank you Max for your expertise and guidance. I highly recommend Max if you have a watch that you no longer need to keep."
Watch authentication in Sydney, answered
Free authentication by certified watchmakers, with no obligation to sell
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