Sell or trade-in
Sell your luxury watch
with a team on your side
Send a few photos of your Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet or any other luxury watch and get a free valuation within 24 hours.
Our boutique at Nikki Beach Dubai
A free valuation within 24 hours
Pick the brand and the model, add a photo of the dial and send it from your phone.
Get paid right away by bank transfer
Accept our offer and we send the money to your bank, with a purchase order in your name.
Sometimes we tell you not to sell yet
If your watch would sell for more after a small service from the dealer, you hear that from us with your valuation.
How to sell your watch without the risk of a private sale
Most private watch sales in Dubai start with a buyer on Instagram and end with a screenshot of a bank transfer on his phone. To be honest, we have seen a seller wait three months for that money.
And if you leave the watch with someone to sell it for you, you cannot see what happens to it behind the counter, so a new scratch or a changed part is hard to prove afterwards.
Selling a watch is not your profession, so leave it to a boutique at Nikki Beach that does it every day and that you can walk into.
- Get a value from your photos within 24 hours, before the watch leaves your home.
- Get the money by bank transfer from a company with a purchase order in your name, instead of a screenshot from a stranger.
- Your watch is insured by us from the moment you hand it over.
- Choose how you sell: take our offer, let us find a buyer for you for a 3% fee or trade it in for your next watch.
Brands we buy
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Rolex
Datejust, Day-Date, Daytona, Submariner, GMT-Master II
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Patek Philippe
Nautilus, Aquanaut, Calatrava, Complications
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Audemars Piguet
Royal Oak, Royal Oak Offshore, Code 11.59
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Cartier
Santos, Panthère, Tank
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Vacheron Constantin
Overseas, Patrimony, Égérie
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Tudor
Black Bay, Pelagos
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Omega
Speedmaster, Seamaster, Constellation
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Breitling
Chronomat, Navitimer, Superocean
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Hublot
Big Bang, Classic Fusion
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Bvlgari
Octo Finissimo, Bvlgari Bvlgari, Serpenti
What you can expect
A clear offer for your exact watch
The price depends on the model, the year, the condition and whether you still have the box and papers. We always show you how we got to the number.
One visit and the sale is done
You accept the offer, we check the watch in the boutique and the money goes to your bank.
Seven years in the watch trade
The same team has bought and sold watches at Nikki Beach since the boutique opened, so they know what your model is worth today.
Six facts about selling to The Watch Scanner
For seven years The Watch Scanner has bought and sold luxury watches at Nikki Beach Dubai. More than 2,000 people have sold their watches through us, and a second boutique is opening in Abu Dhabi.
1.A valuation within 24 hours
Send us the brand, the model, the condition and your photos and we value the watch within 24 hours, for free.
2.Paid as soon as you agree
We check the watch, you accept the offer and the money goes straight to your bank.
3.Insured as soon as you hand it over
Once the watch is with us it is insured, and it is our responsibility instead of yours.
4.Your name on the purchase order
Every watch we buy comes with a purchase order in your name, which you keep in case anyone ever asks where the watch went.
5.Seven years at Nikki Beach Dubai
Our boutique is inside Nikki Beach in Pearl Jumeirah, which means you always know who you are selling to.
6.5.0 from 450 reviews on Google
You can read every one of those reviews before you send us a single photo.
What our clients say about us
★★★★★
Thanks Michel for his excellent help and service in assisting me with my new watch! He was very helpful, professional, and made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. The shop has a great selection of watches and a very welcoming atmosphere. My husband also found a lovely watch here, so we're both very happy with our purchases. Highly recommend Michel and the team for anyone looking for a great watch-buying experience!
★★★★★
Great experience. Very fast response time and incredible selection of watches. The team are knowledgeable and passionate.
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Thank you to the amazing team at Watch Scanner for my vintage Rolex. You have been patient with me and helped me find the exact watch that I was looking for. Special thanks to Mr Hadi for all the support and advices.
Members of these programmes get better valuation rates
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White-glove concierge, VIP boutique access, and complimentary maintenance for Centurion members.
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Earn Skywards Miles on every timepiece. Preferred rates for Platinum & Gold members.
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Exclusive pricing, complimentary care, and priority sourcing for government employees.
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Up to 20% off services, 10% off spare parts, and complimentary authentication for Fazaa members.
The boutique at Nikki BeachBy appointment or walk-in.
About The Watch Scanner
The Watch Scanner started seven years ago at Nikki Beach Dubai out of a passion for watches, and today it is a boutique, an online shop for pre-loved luxury watches and a community of collectors.
Every watch we buy or sell is checked, authenticated and documented. We never buy a watch without paperwork, even when the price is right.
How selling your watch works
Most people put off selling a watch because they expect haggling and a week of messages, so we keep it to four steps and one visit to Nikki Beach.
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1.Send the details and your photos
Brand, model, year, condition and at least one photo of the dial, which takes a few minutes on your phone.
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2.Get your valuation within 24 hours
We check the market for your exact model and send you a number.
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3.Bring the watch to Nikki Beach
We check the watch in the boutique while you have a coffee and then confirm the offer.
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4.Get paid or trade it in
Accept the offer and we pay you, or use the value for your next watch.
See what your watch is worth today
Tell us the brand, model, year and condition and add photos of the dial, the back and the side. With that we price it against the market for your exact model.
You get a number you can think about at home, and if we cannot make you a good offer we tell you before you make the trip.
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Frequently asked questions
Which watches do you buy?
Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Cartier, Vacheron Constantin, Tudor, Omega, Breitling, Hublot, Bvlgari and most other Swiss luxury brands, new or worn.
How do you decide what my watch is worth?
We look at the model, the year, the condition and whether you have the box and papers, because a full set is worth more. The final offer comes after we have checked the watch at the boutique.
Do I need the box and papers?
No. We also buy watches without them, and your valuation shows how much they change the price.
How and when do I get paid?
As soon as you accept the offer. We check the watch and send the money to your bank.
Can I trade my watch in for another one?
Yes. The value of your watch goes towards your next one, and if we do not have the model you want we can find it for you within 3 to 14 working days.
Can you sell my watch for me?
Yes. If you would rather wait for a buyer than take our offer, we sell it for you on consignment for a 3% fee, and it stays insured with us until it is sold.
Is my watch insured with you?
Yes. From the moment you hand it over, it is insured and it is our responsibility.
Where do I bring the watch?
To our boutique at Nikki Beach Dubai in Pearl Jumeirah. Book a time or just walk in, and a second boutique is opening in Abu Dhabi.
What happens after I send my details?
We look at your photos and send you a valuation within 24 hours. If you like the number, you book a time to bring the watch to Nikki Beach.
Find out what your watch is worth by tomorrow
Send the details and a photo of the dial now and get a valuation within 24 hours. You decide afterwards if you want to sell.