The Nuances Of Vintage Watch Collecting

Provenance is another important factor that can objectively impact the value of a vintage piece, but once again, as you get into the weeds, there’s more subjectivity than meets the eye. “Military watches are a great case study in the way provenance impacts value,” describes Borgelt. “Across the board, there’s historical significance and often personal significance for a buyer or seller. A military watch used in service will usually have greater value than one that wasn’t. Similarly, a military-issued watch may have greater value than one bought at a PX,” he continues. “However, if the watch purchased at a PX has box, papers, and a purchase receipt, that could up the value.”