Sell Your Pocket Watch

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Sell Your Pocket Watch and Pay Zero Fees

If you’re considering selling a pocket watch, Dawsons’ horology specialists are here to help you achieve the best possible result. Whether you own a gold full hunter or half hunter, a minute repeater, or a fine timepiece by a renowned maker such as Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, A. Lange & Söhne, Montres Niton Genève, Omega, Cartier, or Rolex, our experts will ensure your pocket watch is expertly valued and presented to an international audience of collectors.

If your pocket watch is valued at £1,000 or more, you’ll pay no seller fees once it is successfully sold — that’s zero commission, no hidden charges, and no entry fees.

You will receive 100% of the sale (hammer) price achieved at auction.

 

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Free Pocket Watch Valuations

Our watch specialists offer free, no-obligation valuations for pocket watches of all periods, styles, and makers — available online, via video call, or in person at our Maidenhead or Hampstead offices.

Each watch is carefully examined for its maker, material, movement, complications, condition, and provenance, ensuring an accurate valuation that reflects current global demand. Whether it’s a gold full hunter, a half hunter with enamel detailing, or a minute repeater or chronograph, our experts can advise on the most effective route to sell your watch.

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How to Sell Pocket Watches Online

Selling your pocket watch through Dawsons is simple, secure, and designed to give your timepiece the best possible exposure. Pocket watches valued between £300–£2,500 qualify for our Pack, Send, Sell service — fully insured, tracked, and free of charge. For higher-value or complicated watches — including repeaters, chronographs, or prestigious makers such as Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Cartier — we can arrange a bespoke collection service with full insurance and professional handling.

Once consigned, your pocket watch will be expertly photographed, catalogued, and showcased to a global audience of collectors and horological enthusiasts through our Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver auctions.

 TELL US ABOUT YOUR ITEMS

Give a brief description of the watch and any history you know of.

 UPLOAD PHOTOS OR VIDEOS

Ensuring items are well lit and including any necessary detailed shots.

 SUBMIT YOUR REQUEST

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PAY ZERO FEES

We will not charge any fees if your watch is valued at £1,000+

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FAST PAYMENT

Receive sale proceeds within 30 days of auction.

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PACK, SEND, SELL

Our free postal service for watches valued from £300-£2,500.

How Can I Meet a Pocket Watch Specialist in Person?

Prefer to speak to someone face-to-face? You're welcome to book an appointment at one of our offices in Hampstead, London or Maidenhead, Berkshire. We also offer a video call valuation service if you'd prefer to meet an expert in real-time from the comfort of your home. 

Sell a Pocket Watch in London

Dawsons Hampstead Valuation Office

Meet our experts in our Hampstead Valuations Office.

 

Sell a Pocket Watch in Berkshire

Dawsons Berkshire Head Office

Meet our experts in our Maidenhead Valuations Office.

 

Video Call Valuations

Jewellery Video Call Valuation

Book a video call with our experts and get a real-time valuation.

 

Pocket Watches at Auction

Pocket watches continue to perform strongly at auction, admired for their craftsmanship, innovation, and timeless design. Collectors particularly prize gold full hunter and half hunter watches, alongside intricate minute and quarter repeaters, split-seconds chronographs, and tourbillons.

Dawsons regularly handles pocket watches by prestigious makers including Rolex, Patek Philippe, A. Lange & Söhne, Cartier, Vacheron Constantin, Montres Niton Genève, and Omega. Fine English and Swiss examples from the Georgian and Victorian periods — including fusee and lever escapements — also attract strong international bidding.

Dawsons Pocket Watch Seller Reviews

From 18th-century verge and fusee pocket watches to fine 20th-century gold and enamel examples, Dawsons has helped many clients achieve excellent results at auction. Read genuine reviews below from sellers who entrusted us with their pocket watches and discover why Dawsons is trusted by collectors worldwide.

 

FAQ - Selling Pocket Watches

Value depends on the maker, metal, movement, and condition. Our specialists provide an accurate current-market valuation.

Yes — we handle all types of repeaters (minute, quarter, and half), along with chronographs and precision chronometers.

Yes — early Rolex pocket watches are highly collectable and often achieve strong results, particularly gold or chronometer-rated examples.

Yes, it’s fully tracked and insured up to £2,500.

Payments are typically made within 14 working days once the buyer has settled in full.

Enhancing Buyer Confidence

Our partnership with The Watch Register ensures that all consigned high-value timepieces are thoroughly vetted through the world’s largest and most established international database of lost, stolen, and fake watches. At Dawsons’ Fine Watch Department, this rigorous process enhances buyer confidence and reinforces our commitment to trust, integrity, and a reputation for excellence.

Learn More About Pocket Watches

Pocket watches represent the pinnacle of classic watchmaking — blending art, precision, and heritage. From Victorian gold hunters and Swiss minute repeaters to Rolex chronometers and A. Lange & Söhne regulators, these finely crafted timepieces remain treasured for their history and enduring elegance.

Collectors value them for their craftsmanship and individuality — each one a testament to centuries of horological mastery. Whether you own a gold full hunter, a repeater, or a Cartier open-face watch, Dawsons’ watch specialists will help ensure your pocket watch reaches discerning collectors worldwide.

Need Any Further Assistance?

If you're looking to sell a pocket watch, our team of experts can help you achieve the best possible price. We also offer specialist services for those looking to sell other types of valuable items.   

  

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