Rolex has announced that it will begin to certify used watches for authenticity. Until this point, the brand’s timepieces have dominated the resale market, but the brand itself has had no role in the exchange. Now, the brand plans to begin issuing certificates of authenticity to authorized dealers. The move will undoubtedly shake up the market – which is currently worth around $20 billion. Swiss dealer Bucherer will become the first brand in the new Rolex Certified Pre-Owned program, and any (certified authentic) watch sold will come with a two-year international guarantee. Additional retailers can apply, with the next list of sellers released in early Spring 2023.
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The Classic, Extra Luxe Peacoat You’ve Always Wanted
Billy ReidMade in Italy and named as an homage to the brand’s iconic Bond Street store, Billy Reid’s Bond Peacoat is a time-tested piece you’ll reach for every time the temperature dips – for decades to come. The jacket marries Billy Reid’s characteristic military-inspired influences and high-end materials to produce a genuinely luxurious update. Crafted from warm, sturdy Melton wool, the Bond Peacoat is naturally wind-proof and moisture-wicking. It boasts a small signature ribbon stripe of embossed calfskin leather right under the collar, plus handwarmer chest pockets and genuine horn buttons. Act fast – the Bond Peacoat regularly sells out every year. And while it likely won’t be available for long, it will last you an entire lifetime.
