Our Guarantee
Authentication Promise
Every timepiece sold by CHWD Timeworks is professionally inspected, independently authenticated, and delivered with documentation that sets a new standard in the secondary market.
We built CHWD Timeworks because the secondary watch market deserved better. Too many dealers sell watches with nothing more than a photo and a promise. We believe that when you invest five, six, or even seven figures in a timepiece, you deserve absolute certainty about what you're getting. That's why every watch we sell undergoes a rigorous professional inspection — not by us, but by certified independent watchmakers with no incentive other than accuracy.
The Inspection
Our Authentication Process
A multi-point inspection performed by certified professionals — not algorithms, not AI, not guesswork.
External Inspection
Case, dial, hands, bezel, crown, crystal, bracelet, and all external components are examined under magnification. Every detail is checked against manufacturer specifications. Any marks, scratches, or wear are documented and photographed.
Movement Verification
The caseback is opened and the movement is inspected by our certified watchmaker. Components are verified for authenticity against factory specifications. The movement is photographed in high resolution for your records.
Timing & Performance
Each watch is placed on a timing machine to measure accuracy across multiple positions. We record rate, amplitude, and beat error to give you a complete picture of the movement's health and performance.
Your Documentation
What Comes With Every Watch
A level of documentation the secondary market has never seen.
Comprehensive Condition Report
A detailed written assessment covering every aspect of the watch's condition — case, dial, crystal, bracelet, crown, and overall cosmetic grade. Nothing is hidden, nothing is assumed.
Movement Photography
High-resolution photographs of the movement taken during inspection, allowing you to verify the caliber, condition of internal components, and authenticity of the heart of the watch.
Timing Data
Timegrapher results showing accuracy, amplitude, and beat error across multiple positions. This data gives you a real-world snapshot of the movement's performance at the time of sale.
Serial Number Verification
Every serial number is documented and cross-referenced. Provenance is verified to the extent possible, and all findings are included in your documentation package.
Original Box & Papers
Where available, watches are delivered with original manufacturer boxes, warranty cards, booklets, and any accompanying documentation. Availability is always disclosed upfront.
Fully Insured Shipping
Every shipment is fully insured for the total transaction value, professionally packaged, and sent with real-time tracking. Your watch is protected from the moment it ships until it's on your wrist.
Multiple Layers
Verification at Every Level
We don't rely on a single check. Every watch passes through multiple layers of verification before it reaches you.
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Certified Independent Watchmaker Physical inspection of every component by a professional with no incentive other than accuracy.
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eBay Authenticity Guarantee Watches listed on eBay pass through their independent authentication program for an additional third-party verification layer.
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Chrono24 Trusted Seller Our Chrono24 presence provides another independent verification and buyer protection framework.
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Dealer Network Provenance We source through vetted private dealer networks with established reputations, adding an upstream layer of quality control.
Confidence, Guaranteed
Buy With Certainty
Every timepiece in our collection is backed by our authentication promise. Explore our inventory and experience the difference.