Authentication
Chrono Bid reviews watches before they go under the hammer. Here is what that review covers, and what still sits with you as a bidder.
Before a piece goes live
The house inspects every watch before it is catalogued. We look at condition, completeness, and whether the watch fits the next sale. If it does not clear review, it does not go live.
What we put on the piece
Papers, provenance notes, and condition comments sit on the piece page when we have them. We photograph each piece for the catalogue. Auth documents and service records are listed only when the catalogue says they are present.
What you should still check
Read the full piece before you bid. Compare references, case details, and any notes about parts or service. If something matters to you and the piece is silent, ask on the Contact page before you commit.
House review does not cover every future workshop need. Working order and originality are only as strong as the wording on that piece.
Consignment side
If you are selling, send the reference, condition, and whatever papers you hold. The more complete the file, the cleaner the catalogue note. We still write the piece ourselves after we see the watch.