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Guides for independent watch dealers

Practical, honest advice on sourcing, selling, compliance and the watches themselves — written for the trade.

Operations

Watch Dealer WhatsApp Groups in 2026: Costs & How to Get In

Major dealer groups, 2026 costs, vetting, etiquette and how to get vouched in.

Operations

Watch WhatsApp Scams: Red Flags Before You Wire

Documented scam patterns and a practical checklist before you send funds.

Operations

Best Watch Dealer Software in 2026: 8 Tools Honestly Compared

Verified pricing, WhatsApp, marketplace sync and market data — including where Kigu loses.

Watch Knowledge

How to Authenticate a Luxury Watch Before Buying for Resale

A dealer checklist covering references, movement, papers, weight, finishing and professional checks.

Watch Knowledge

Watch Reference Numbers Explained for Dealers

How references differ from serials, how to read them and why they anchor valuation and authentication.

Watch Knowledge

Grey Market vs Authorized Dealer: What Dealers Need to Know

Legality, pricing, warranties and what the distinction means for independent dealers.

Selling & Marketplaces

The Chrono24 Listing Guide for Professional Dealers

Build listings that convert, price against the market and protect margin after commission.

Compliance & Tax

Watch Dealer VAT & the Margin Scheme: UK, EU, US & Switzerland

An educational guide to margin schemes, sales tax, Swiss VAT and the Brexit effect.

Operations

WhatsApp Workflow for Watch Dealers: Chat to Inventory

Turn high-volume group messages into searchable listings, matches and inventory records.

Starting Out

How to Start a Luxury Watch Dealing Business in 2026

Business model, compliance, sourcing, sales channels, margins and common mistakes.