Buying a luxury watch in Singapore doesn’t always mean paying full retail. Thanks to the city’s thriving collector scene, there’s a massive secondary market for pre-owned watches — and savvy buyers can often save thousands while still scoring a pristine timepiece.
Better yet, many of Singapore’s watch dealers are clustered in places like Far East Plaza and Golden Landmark, making it easy to spend an afternoon browsing shop after shop. Whether you’re hunting for a Rolex Submariner, a vintage Omega, or your first luxury watch, here are 10 secondhand watch dealers in Singapore worth checking out.
1) Watch Exchange
One of the biggest names in Singapore’s pre-owned watch scene, Watch Exchange is a go-to destination for collectors looking to buy, sell, or consign luxury watches.
Their inventory is constantly rotating, with everything from Rolex sports models to complicated pieces from brands like Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet. If you’re browsing Far East Plaza, chances are you’ll end up here at some point.
Why visit: Huge selection and strong reputation among local collectors.
Google Rating: 5/5 (over 5,800 reviews)
Location: 14 Scotts Rd, #01-01/1A/02 Far East Plaza, Singapore 228213
2) Watchbook
With a large selection of brand-new, unworn Rolex timepieces, Watchbook is a great place to skip the Rolex “waitlist”.
Each piece is authenticated and backed by an in-house warranty, and the shop has built up a large following thanks to its curated approach to collectable timepieces.
Why visit: Wide variety of unworn Rolex timepieces at reasonable prices, with authenticity guaranteed.
Google Rating: 5/5 (over 2,100 reviews)
Location: 14 Scotts Rd, #03-139 Far East Plaza, Singapore 228213
3) House of Watches
House of Watches places a strong emphasis on trust and transparency — two things that matter a lot when buying pre-owned luxury watches.
The boutique carries a range of carefully authenticated timepieces and aims to provide a more relaxed buying experience, especially for first-time collectors.
Why visit: Friendly service and a well-curated selection.
Google Rating: 5/5 (over 1,500 reviews)
Location: 14 Scotts Rd, #04-146 Far East Plaza, Singapore 228213
4) Times Wonder
A familiar name in the Far East Plaza watch scene, Times Wonder primarily deals in haute horlogerie timepieces from brands such as Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, and Richard Mille.
Collectors often swing by to browse their latest arrivals, especially when looking for discontinued or hard-to-find models.
Why visit: Great place to find ultra-rare models.
Google Rating: 5/5 (over 250 reviews)
Location: 14 Scotts Road, Far East Plaza, Level 3, #03-104/105/106 Units, 228213
5) Watch District
Watch District operates multiple storefronts in Singapore and is known for stocking a wide variety of affordable luxury timepieces.
With three outlets (including one specifically for Rolex), Watch District offers an impressive array of timepieces for buyers to choose from, with most pieces under $10,000.
Why visit: Wide selection of affordable timepieces (both modern and vintage).
Google Rating: 4.9/5 (with over 200 reviews)
Locations: Far East Plaza, 14 Scotts Rd #02-36, Singapore 228213 (Rolex), Far East Plaza, 14 Scotts Rd #03-111, Singapore 228213 (Panerai, IWC and Cartier), Lucky Plaza, 304 Orchard Rd #B1-01, Singapore 238863 (for all other brands)
6) Watch Link
Watch Link has been around for years and carries a large selection of luxury watches across dozens of brands.
In addition to selling watches, they also offer consignment and buy-back options, which makes them a popular choice for collectors upgrading their collections. For more information, I wrote a short review of my experience with Watch Link here.
Why visit: Wide variety of brands under one roof, with consignment and buy-back options available.
Google Rating: 4.9/5 (over 200 reviews)
Location: 14 Scott’s Road #03-79 Far East Plaza, 228213
7) Luxuryhunts
Luxuryhunts is well known among collectors for offering competitive prices on modern luxury watches.
If you’re chasing popular models like the Rolex Daytona or GMT-Master, it’s worth checking their inventory — they frequently get sought-after pieces in stock.
Why visit: Competitive pricing on popular watches.
Google Rating: 4.9/5 (over 200 reviews)
Location: 14 Scotts Rd, #04-130 Far East Plaza, Singapore 228213
8) BrightTime
Located in the Bencoolen, BrightTime is another dealer that’s known for competitive pricing, especially on more affordable models.
Expect to find a mix of Rolex, Cartier, and other luxury brands — often at competitive prices compared to those on Orchard Road.
Why visit: Good option outside the usual Orchard watch cluster.
Google Rating: 4.8/5 (over 1,300 reviews)
Location: 180 Bencoolen St, #01-69/70/71 The Bencoolen, Singapore 189646
9) Chuan Watch
Established in the mid-1990s, Chuan Watch is one of the more established watch dealers in Singapore.
Located in Golden Landmark, the shop specialises in buying, selling, trading, and restoring Swiss watches — making it a trusted name among seasoned collectors.
Why visit: Longstanding dealer with decades of experience.
Google Rating: 4.9/5 (over 1,400 reviews)
Location: 390 Victoria St, #01-51/52 Golden Landmark Shopping Complex, Singapore 188061
10) Wrist Time
Also located in Golden Landmark, Wrist Time is another dealer worth checking out if you’re exploring the Bugis watch district.
The shop regularly carries a range of luxury watches from brands like Rolex and Cartier, including plenty of neo-vintage (1980s to early 2000s) timepieces that are not commonly seen at other watch dealers.
Why visit: Interesting catalogue of intriguing neo-vintage timepieces.
Google Rating: 5/5 (over 400 reviews)
Location: 390 Victoria St, #02-28 Golden Landmark Shopping Centre, Singapore 188061
Tips For Buying Pre-Owned Watches In Singapore
Before you swipe your card, keep these quick tips in mind:
1) Compare prices between dealers
Singapore’s watch market is highly competitive, so the same watch can sometimes differ in price between shops.
2) Ask about box and papers
Original packaging and papers can significantly increase a watch’s resale value.
3) Check the watch condition carefully
Look for signs of heavy polishing, scratches, or replaced parts.
4) Buy from reputable dealers
Singapore has many trusted watch dealers, but reputation still matters — especially for high-value purchases.
5) Don’t be afraid to negotiate
Unlike authorised boutiques, prices in the secondary market are often negotiable.
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