About

Welcome, and thank you for visiting!

Located in the heart of Antwerp, we have been buying and selling luxury watches since 2012.

We specialise in watches from renowned brands, including Rolex, Patek Philippe, Cartier, and many others. Whether you're looking to buy or sell a watch, we guide you with integrity, expertise, and genuine care.

Selling your valuable timepiece to us is a simple and straightforward process. You can count on a fair market offer and immediate payment by bank transfer.

Each item in our webshop is legally acquired, thoroughly inspected, carefully evaluated, and presented with complete transparency. Every timepiece comes with an invoice, a lifetime warranty on authenticity, and a two-year warranty on mechanical performance.

All watch and jewellery photographs on this website are taken personally by us, without Photoshop or digital editing. We believe that an object should be presented as faithfully as possible, allowing people to appreciate it for what it truly is.

We understand that buying or selling a watch is an important decision. Please take all the time you need, and know that you are always welcome to reach out to us again.

MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDER

Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,

It is a pleasure to welcome you. Allow me to introduce myself.

My name is Khatchatour Mkrtoumian, founder of Watch Expert.

I was born in Yerevan, Armenia, and have lived in Belgium since the age of twelve. Antwerp has become my home, and I am sincerely grateful for the kindness, opportunities, and education I have received here.

An appreciation for art, business, collecting, and watches has been passed down through both sides of my family.

My father is a ballet artist and a passionate stamp collector. My maternal grandfather was an entrepreneur. My paternal grandfather was an economist who loved watches, and his father, my great-grandfather, was a jeweller.

One of the possessions passed down through my family is a silver belt handcrafted by my great-grandfather. It is a connection to my family's history and something I hope to pass on to the next generation.

I am also particularly grateful to my teacher, Mevrouw Peeters, who inspired my passion for art during my school years in Belgium.

Perhaps these are the reasons I have always appreciated fine mechanical watches. A fine watch is much more than an instrument for measuring time. It represents art, craftsmanship, history, passion, and more.

In 2012, I began working professionally with watches, turning a personal interest into a lifelong dedication. Over the years, I have continued to learn, gain experience, and deepen my understanding of the watchmaking art and the watch market. I continue to study watches every day, as there is always something new to discover and learn.

I have come to appreciate how small details can make a significant difference in the collectible value of a watch. Two watches that appear almost identical may have very different values. Understanding these differences requires years of experience, research, and study.

In 2022, I became a member of the Belgian Chamber of Experts, KGSO-CEJA. I have also been a Certified Diamond Grader with HRD Antwerp since 2013.

When I established Watch Expert, my intention was not simply to build a successful watch business. I wanted to create a place where people would feel comfortable, be treated fairly, and know that they could trust the person sitting across the table.

When a client returns or recommends me to a friend or family member, knowing that I will treat them with honesty and respect, it means more to me than potential profit. Sometimes selling for a little less and paying a little more is a very small price to pay for knowing that a client has been treated fairly and leaves with a good feeling.

My reputation is very important to me, and I consider it a matter of personal responsibility. My yes is yes, and my no is no.

I treat everyone with the same respect, regardless of their nationality, skin colour, or wealth. Whether or not we do business together, everyone who visits is equally welcome.

When you visit my office to sell a watch, the process is safe, secure and transparent, with your watch remaining in sight throughout the process. Once we come to an agreement, the entire process takes about five minutes, and payment can be arranged immediately, in accordance with legal requirements.

My office, located opposite the Royal Flemish Opera and a short walk from Antwerp Central Station, is a private and secure space. You are welcome to visit for a free valuation or a conversation, with no pressure or obligation. Many clients stop by for a coffee and a conversation about watches, jewellery, investments, financial markets, and life in general — some have become close friends.

Thank you. I look forward to welcoming you in person.

Best regards,

Khatchatour Mkrtoumian