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The quality of a luxury watch often reveals itself in the details: the transition between brushed and polished surfaces, the design of the dial and the finishing of the movement. Depending on the model, watchmakers use stainless steel, gold or platinum. Titanium offers a lighter alternative, while ceramic and sapphire crystal provide hardness and durability where they matter.

The technology is part of its character too. Alongside mechanical movements, high-quality quartz watches have an established place in watchmaking. For a pre-owned watch, condition, any refinishing, service history and included accessories also matter. Box and papers tell part of its story, but cannot replace the feeling on your wrist. Ultimately, what matters is which watch you enjoy wearing.