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Every pre-owned watch is inspected and verified by our specialists before it is offered for sale, then sold with our 12-month warranty.
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Luxury watches for sale from our Hatton Garden showroom
Every one of the luxury watches for sale above is offered by Kings & Queens Watches, an independent dealer at 9 St. Cross Street in Hatton Garden, London. No watch reaches this page until our specialists have examined and authenticated it and logged its serial number, bracelet number, movement identifiers and case markings. Unless the listing says otherwise, the watch you see is sitting in our stock.
The guide below explains how to choose between our luxury watches for sale, what comes with each one, and how viewing, delivery, returns, deposits and part exchange work. If you would rather talk it through, call 0330 043 7777, message us on WhatsApp on +44 (0)7888 888835, or use our contact page.
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The brands behind our luxury watches for sale
We deal in six houses: Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe, Richard Mille, Cartier and Hublot. Each has a distinct character, and knowing what sets them apart is the quickest way to narrow down a long list of luxury watches for sale to the two or three that genuinely suit you.
Rolex is the name most buyers start with, and for good reason. Its watches are robust, accurate and instantly recognisable, from the Submariner diver to the Day-Date in gold or platinum. The range runs from everyday steel to gold and platinum. The Rolex website lists the current collection.
Audemars Piguet is best known for the Royal Oak, the octagonal steel sports watch designed by Gérald Genta in 1972, and for its bolder offshoot, the Royal Oak Offshore. The appeal is in the hand-finishing, with brushed and polished surfaces side by side. See the Audemars Piguet website for its full range.
Patek Philippe is the Geneva maker many collectors regard as the summit of traditional watchmaking. Our focus is on its two sports models, the Nautilus and the Aquanaut, which are among the hardest watches anywhere to find. The Patek Philippe website shows what is currently made.
Richard Mille released its first watch only in 2001 but has rewritten the rules for modern luxury, with tonneau-shaped cases, skeletonised movements and advanced lightweight materials. Pieces are made in small numbers, so the luxury watches for sale from this brand change often. More detail is on the Richard Mille website.
Cartier brings design pedigree. The Santos, first made in 1904 for the aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, is the Cartier we focus on, and its square case is a welcome alternative to round sports models. The Cartier website covers the brand’s wider watchmaking. Hublot, founded in 1980, pioneered the pairing of a gold case with a rubber strap and is best known for the Big Bang; ask us about current Hublot availability, or visit the Hublot website.
Browse luxury watches for sale by model
If you already know the model you want, our model pages go deeper than the product grid, with history, key references, sizing advice and what to check on a pre-owned example. Each page also shows the luxury watches for sale in that model that we currently hold.
- Rolex Datejust: the versatile everyday classic with a date window
- Rolex Day-Date: gold or platinum, with the day spelled out in full
- Rolex Daytona: Rolex’s chronograph, built for timing speed
- Rolex GMT-Master II: a second time zone for travellers
- Rolex Sky-Dweller: annual calendar plus a second time zone
- Rolex Submariner: the diver’s watch that set the template
- Audemars Piguet Royal Oak: octagonal bezel and integrated bracelet
- Patek Philippe Nautilus: Genta’s porthole-inspired steel sports watch
- Patek Philippe Aquanaut: the relaxed Patek on a composite strap
- Cartier Santos: the square aviator’s watch from 1904
Our guide to every model compares all ten side by side if you are still deciding which direction to take.
How to choose from our luxury watches for sale
A good decision usually comes from a few honest questions rather than from chasing whichever watch is most talked about. Working through them in order turns a page of luxury watches for sale into a realistic shortlist.
- Be clear about the purpose. A watch for every day, one for special occasions, one for travel and one for sport are different briefs.
- Set a budget range. Share it with us; we will tell you what is realistic within it, including references you may not have considered.
- Think about size and shape. Your wrist, your cuffs and your taste all matter. Round or square, 36mm or 42mm, it is worth trying several.
- Choose a metal. Steel is the most versatile; two-tone and solid gold are warmer, heavier and more formal.
- Decide on complications. Time and date is enough for many people. Others want a chronograph, a second time zone or a calendar.
- Look at the set and the condition. Box, papers, service history and an untouched case all add confidence.
- See it on your wrist. A private appointment in Hatton Garden is the most reliable way to decide.
How to read one of our listings
Our listing titles follow a consistent pattern: brand, reference number, dial colour, model, case size and year. “Rolex 126300 Black Datejust 41mm 2026”, for example, tells you it is a Datejust with reference 126300, a black dial and a 41mm case, dated 2026. Once you know the pattern, you can compare luxury watches for sale across brands at a glance.
The reference number is the most important part, because it identifies the exact model, metal and often the bezel. Our guide to Rolex reference numbers explains how the codes work. Each listing also states whether the watch comes with its box and papers, so you never have to guess what is included.
What comes with all our luxury watches for sale
Whichever watch you choose, the same standards apply. These are the commitments behind every one of the luxury watches for sale on this page:
- Inspection and authentication by experienced watch specialists before listing
- Serial number, bracelet number, movement identifiers and case markings recorded
- Held in our stock and available for inspection before dispatch, unless the listing says otherwise
- A clear statement in every listing of whether the box and papers are included
- A 12-month mechanical warranty from delivery on pre-owned watches, unless the listing says otherwise
- Free, fully insured and signed-for UK delivery
- 14 days to return a watch for a full refund
New watches are covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, and where a pre-owned watch is still inside its manufacturer’s warranty, the manufacturer’s terms apply. Our warranty page sets out the detail.
Pre-owned and new luxury watches for sale
Buying pre-owned opens up discontinued references and earlier generations that are no longer made, as well as current models that are hard to obtain at retail. Pre-owned does not mean compromised: condition varies from lightly worn to exceptional, and we describe each watch honestly so you know what you are looking at.
Some listings are new watches. The practical difference is the warranty, as explained above, and sometimes the completeness of the set. Whether you choose new or pre-owned luxury watches for sale, the inspection and authentication process is exactly the same.
Box and papers, explained
“Box and papers” means the original presentation box and the documents that came with the watch when it was first sold, usually a warranty card or certificate that records the serial number and when the watch was sold, plus booklets and sometimes tags. Together they tie the watch to its history and make it easier to sell later.
A complete set is not essential to enjoy a watch, but it does matter to its value, and it matters more on some models than others. That is why every one of our luxury watches for sale states plainly what is included. Our guide to box and papers goes into more depth.
Smaller sizes and watches for women
Many of the most famous models come in smaller sizes, and some of the best luxury watches for sale for women are simply the classics in a more compact case. The Datejust comes in 31mm and 36mm as well as 41mm, the Santos has a medium size, and the Royal Oak is made in 37mm and 34mm versions. Patek Philippe also makes the Aquanaut Luce collection, aimed mainly at women.
Plenty of women wear the larger sizes too, and plenty of men prefer a 36mm watch. Wrist size, cuff and personal taste decide it far more than any label, which is why trying a few sizes on is always worth the visit.
Buying a watch as a gift
A watch is one of the most personal presents you can give, so a little preparation helps. If you can, find out the wrist size, or bring along a watch the recipient already wears so we can compare the fit. Versatile models such as the Datejust, Santos or Submariner are the safest choices if you are unsure of their taste.
Because every purchase comes with a 14-day return window, there is room to correct a choice that turns out not to be right. We can also help you keep the surprise intact by arranging a private appointment during our opening hours.
Why buy from an independent dealer
Kings & Queens Watches is independent: we are not an authorised dealer for any brand and we are not affiliated with any watch brand. What that means in practice is freedom. We can offer pre-owned and discontinued references, compare brands side by side without favouring one, buy your old watch in part exchange, and source models that are hard to obtain at retail.
The trade-off is that the checks a brand boutique would do become our responsibility. That is why each of our luxury watches for sale is inspected and authenticated by experienced specialists, and why its identifiers are recorded before it is listed.
Viewing luxury watches for sale in Hatton Garden
Our showroom is at 9 St. Cross Street, London EC1N 8UB, in Hatton Garden, which has been London’s jewellery quarter for well over a century and is the centre of the UK diamond trade. Farringdon and Chancery Lane stations are both a short walk away, which makes it easy to fit a visit into a working day.
Because every visit is booked in advance, nobody else is in the room while you look. You can compare several of our luxury watches for sale side by side, try different sizes, and go through the box and papers at your own pace. We are open Monday to Friday from 10:30am to 5:30pm and on Saturday from 12:00pm to 4:30pm, and closed on Sunday.
The same appointment can cover selling, part exchange, sourcing or simply a general consultation if you are early in your search. Tell us which watches you would like to see when you book, and we will have them ready.
Delivery, verification and returns
When you buy one of our luxury watches for sale online, UK delivery is free, fully insured and signed for. Once payment has cleared, we prepare your order within two to three working days, which covers final quality checks, verification and secure packaging, and the parcel is tracked once dispatched. We ship internationally on most orders as well.
For fraud prevention, we may ask for identity or payment verification before dispatch, and we only ship to verified addresses. It is a small step that protects you as much as us. The delivery page has the full details.
If a watch is not right, you have 14 days to return it for a full refund. The refund goes back to your original payment method once the watch has been returned and inspected. See returns and refunds for how to start a return.
Reserving a watch with a £100 deposit
Sometimes you need a little time, whether to arrange a viewing, talk it over at home or move funds. Paying £100 takes any of our luxury watches for sale off the market for three working days. That payment cannot be refunded, but if you ask, we will carry it over as store credit towards a different watch, so changing your mind about the model does not mean losing it.
Part exchange and selling your watch
If you own a watch you no longer wear, part exchange can make the next one easier. We deduct what your watch is worth from the price of the one you want and handle both sides as one deal; should yours be worth more, the balance is paid to you. See our part exchange page for how it works.
We buy watches directly for our own stock, not as a broker and not on consignment. Valuations are free and carry no obligation, and you can get a quick initial figure by sending photos over WhatsApp. Bring the box, papers and any spare links, because a complete set is valued higher. Once a price is agreed and the watch is authenticated in person, payment is made by secure bank transfer, with no hidden fees or commission. Start with a free valuation.
Sourcing a watch we do not have
Stock changes constantly, and the exact reference, dial or year you want may not be among the luxury watches for sale on the day you look. We source specific watches for clients on request. Tell us the model, reference, dial, metal and any preference on box and papers, and we will be straight with you about what is realistic.
Warranty, servicing and aftercare
Pre-owned watches carry our 12-month mechanical warranty from delivery unless the listing says otherwise. For anything beyond that, our sister business Alpha Group, in the same building, provides watch servicing, repairs and restoration. That means the people who maintain your watch are under the same roof as the people who sold it to you; see service and repairs.
Questions about our luxury watches for sale
Are your luxury watches for sale genuine?
Every watch is inspected and authenticated by experienced watch specialists before it is offered, with its serial number, bracelet number, movement identifiers and case markings recorded. We are an independent dealer, so we stand behind that work ourselves.
Can I see the luxury watches for sale in person before buying?
Of course. Listed watches are in our stock unless the listing notes otherwise, so book a time at the Hatton Garden showroom, tell us what you want to see, and it will be waiting for you.
Do all your watches come with box and papers?
Not all of them. Every listing states whether the box and papers are included, so you can narrow your choices before you enquire.
How quickly will my watch arrive?
Orders are prepared within two to three working days of payment clearing, then dispatched with free, insured and signed-for UK delivery. You will receive tracking once it is on its way.
Can I part exchange my current watch?
Yes. Its value is offset against your new watch in one transaction, and if yours is worth more, we pay you the difference.
Do you ship luxury watches for sale outside the UK?
Yes, we ship internationally on most orders. Ask us about your destination before you buy and we will confirm the arrangements.
What if the watch I want is not listed?
Ask us. We source specific watches for clients on request, and we are happy to tell you honestly how realistic your brief is.
Kings & Queens Watches is an independent dealer and is not affiliated with Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe, Richard Mille, Cartier or Hublot.