It’s no secret that vintage watches have ratcheted up in popularity over the last few years. And during the pandemic, in particular, the rise of old watches has been meteoric. So much so, in fact, that Alan Bedwell—the antiques dealer behind Foundwell—could sell a watch on a Monday and a week later, the original dealer would have given him an extra $10,000 for it.
If you’re entranced by the world of dials and movements, from Cartiers to Rolexes, and want to make sure the latest additions to your collection are up to snuff, Bedwell shared his tips for buying vintage watches at Robb Report’s House of Robb during South by Southwest. Read on to find out how to amass a collection that you’ll love—and that will love you back in the future.
A vintage Cartier Tank on offer at Foundwell Forget Trends. Buy What You Like.
Bedwell’s most important tip is possibly the most obvious, but one that collectors might overlook as they try to find the trendiest or rarest watch. Rather, you should put your money into something that you’ll appreciate and wear. The dealer reminded everyone to try things on, expand your horizons,
