See what Reddit users are saying about Bob’s Watches, plus clear answers on buying, selling, authenticity, and how pre-owned pricing works.
Reddit offers a useful look at how real buyers and sellers talk about Bob’s Watches. Below are a few examples of Reddit discussions, followed by direct answers to common questions about authenticity, pricing, and the buying and selling process.
I know this is an old thread. With that said, I have bought Watches from Bob's Watches I have found service to be outstanding. Their prices are competitive on some items. You pick and choose. They have always shipped my buys FedEx next day, after the wire clears. Always satisfied.
I have bought two Rolex's from Bobs and I have had zero issues. Everything checked out and I was satisfied both times. It's possible something slips through the cracks but overall they have about as good as a reputation as a grey dealer as just about anyone.
Last year I bought a Rolex OP 39mm dark rhodium from Bobs. They are awesome. I called them first and asked all sorts of questions and they were more than happy to answer them ALL. Since I was not financing, I had to wire them the money from my bank. Once they received the funds they sent my watch FedEx overnight, fully insured, and very well packed. The watch arrived and was perfect! I took it to a local jeweler to authenticate and get an appraisal for insurance and that guy also vouched for Bob's! LOL!
Bob's Watches Reddit ReviewDefinitely legit. Just made my 2nd purchase with them a few weeks ago. Very happy both times.
Wear, parts, polishing, service history, and overall originality are inspected with a loupe.
Small differences within the same family can create meaningful price differences across references and production years.
Much of a watch's value lies in the dial, bracelet, bezel, metal, and included accessories like box and papers.
Our pricing reflects what collectors are actually buying in real-time.

Revealed in this deep-dive: Bob's Watches' average Rolex prices increased by over 550%, rising from approximately $2,000 in 2010 to $13,426 in 2025. We analyzed every transaction for Rolex watches over the last decade and a half to expose price swings and market shifts you won't find anywhere else. This is not a theoretical price guide but the only 15-year record of actual internal sales data from serious collectors and buyers. Think of it as hard evidence to complement our "How much is a Rolex" guide and give you the definitive edge when timing your next purchase.
Explore the buying and selling pages for a deeper look at how Bob's Watches handles authentication, pricing, inspection, and transparency on both sides of the business.