Guides for independent watch dealers
Practical, honest advice on sourcing, selling, compliance and the watches themselves — written for the trade.
Operations
Major dealer groups, 2026 costs, vetting, etiquette and how to get vouched in.
Operations
Documented scam patterns and a practical checklist before you send funds.
Operations
Verified pricing, WhatsApp, marketplace sync and market data — including where Kigu loses.
Watch Knowledge
A dealer checklist covering references, movement, papers, weight, finishing and professional checks.
Watch Knowledge
How references differ from serials, how to read them and why they anchor valuation and authentication.
Watch Knowledge
Legality, pricing, warranties and what the distinction means for independent dealers.
Selling & Marketplaces
Build listings that convert, price against the market and protect margin after commission.
Compliance & Tax
An educational guide to margin schemes, sales tax, Swiss VAT and the Brexit effect.
Operations
Turn high-volume group messages into searchable listings, matches and inventory records.
Starting Out
Business model, compliance, sourcing, sales channels, margins and common mistakes.