Condition Rating Scale

For Watches we Buy and Sell

New – The watch is in perfect condition. The watch comes with (if applicable) protective pieces or plastic coverings. The watch is in working order and keeps very good time.

Mint – The watch is “like new”, looks unworn, and is in perfect condition, as close to new as possible. The watch is in working order. The watch keeps very good time.

Excellent – The watch shows signs of minimal wear. Signs of slight scratching but no dings or nicks. The watch is in working order and keeps very good time.

Very Good – The watch shows signs of normal wear visible to the naked eye. Surface scratches are visible but no dings or nicks. Bracelet may have some minimal stretching. The watch is in working order.

Good – The watch shows signs of obvious wear visible to the naked eye. The watch is in working order.

Fair – The watch shows signs of heavy wear visible to the naked eye. The watch is in working order. The watch may need service and likely has replacement parts.

Poor – The watch shows signs of very heavy wear and/or significant damage. Extensive servicing, repair, and maintenance required. Is best used for parts or a long-term restoration project.