Shipping

Sending a watch should feel planned, not improvised.

Please start with an inquiry before shipping anything. The right method depends on the watch, its declared value, where it is coming from, and what kind of service it may need.

A watch secured inside a hard protective case with foam cushioning, double-boxed for shipment.

Before You Ship

Keep it simple, discreet, and documented.

01
Photograph the watch first
Front, back, sides, crown, bracelet or strap, and any existing damage.
02
Keep unnecessary extras at home
Unless I ask for them, there is usually no reason to send the presentation box, papers, extra straps, or sentimental accessories.
03
Protect it and double-box it
A soft pouch or wrap, a cushioned inner box, and a plain outer carton are a good starting point.
04
Match coverage to declared value
Keep the tracking number, declared-value information, and delivery confirmation until the watch is safely back with you.

When It Arrives

The watch should enter a clear chain of custody.

Arrival, condition, estimate, approval, service, testing, and return should each have a clear place in the process.

Arrival & condition

The package is received and the watch’s visible condition is reviewed against the information you provided.

Evaluation

The likely service path, parts concerns, and anything unexpected are identified before approval.

Service & checks

Approved work is completed, followed by appropriate functional checks for the service performed.

Return

Return shipping is coordinated with tracking, signature handling, and declared-value coverage appropriate to the shipment.

Planning Guide

Typical round-trip shipping ranges.

These are planning numbers for getting the watch here and sending it back after service. Final cost varies by carrier, destination, declared value, speed, and coverage.

Declared watch valueEstimated round tripTypically includes

Under $2,500$50–$125

Tracked inbound and return shipping, appropriate declared-value coverage where available, and signature delivery.

$2,500–$5,000$90–$190

Higher declared-value coverage, discreet double-box handling, tracking, and signature delivery.

$5,000–$10,000$175–$325

Coverage review before shipment, insured return shipping, tracking, and signature handling as appropriate.

$10,000+Quoted before shipping

High-value method selected around declared value, destination, carrier limits, and available third-party coverage.

Shipping prices and carrier limits change over time, so I'll confirm the plan with you before anything ships — no surprises.