Quick Box & Papers Question
I'm aware having the box and papers affects the overall desirability, price, legitimacy, future sale potential of a pre-owned watch. That being said, my question is about service. I read online that Rolex will still service a watch without box & papers, providing the reference number is not on their "stolen list."
I'm wondering if other brands have the same policy, specifically JLC? Looking at a few Reverso's without B&P. The prices are very enticing, but I fear I'll be taking a risk with servicing down the road.
Any insights or personal experience? Thanks!
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Fred
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Not that I’m aware of
Wait, has anyone ever used the silly warranty card or whatever? I thought those were purely ornamental.
I fail to believe that anyone requires the original box for servicing. I think they just want things being sent in to be packed better than just loosely tossed into a jiffy bag.
Authenticity is probably your biggest risk when buying a popular brand and model used. Make sure you do your homework. Boxes and papers can be forged or modified as easily as a watch, the watch matters most however.
I have box and papers on both of my luxury watches, but I always thought, you pay more for B/P but you don't wear them. Mine sit in a cabinet...so I mean on resale they are worth money (especially a luxury watch) but most non luxury it's truly not needed.
Really helpful, thank you!