Consignment & Brokerage

The Time Broker offers professional and discreet brokerage and consignment services for clients looking to buy or sell quality watches through a structured and lower risk process.

Consignment

Consignment is designed for clients who want The Time Broker to sell their watch on their behalf.

Consignment is available for selected timepieces only. Watches must generally meet the following criteria:

  • Excellent condition
  • Full set preferred, including box, papers, warranty card and relevant accessories
  • Suitable market demand and resale profile
  • Accepted at The Time Broker’s discretion

Under a consignment arrangement:

  • Minimum consignment term: 30 days
  • Watch is securely held by The Time Broker
  • Watch is fully insured while in our custody
  • Professional presentation and marketing included
  • Buyer enquiries and negotiations managed by The Time Broker
  • Payment to the seller is made after the item sells and cleared funds have been received
  • Seller receives the agreed net proceeds under the consignment agreement
  • Note: We only accept watches over $10,000 value for consignment.

Consignment fee:

  • Minimum fee: $500
  • Standard fee: 2.5% of the final sale price. The payable fee is whichever is greater
  • Fee is payable only upon sale of the item

Brokerage

Brokerage is designed for clients who want The Time Broker to source a specific watch on their behalf.

We use our private network, dealer contacts and market reach to locate suitable watches based on the client’s requirements. Once a suitable watch is identified and the terms are agreed, a deposit may be required to secure the transaction.

Each watch is authenticated, checked and verified prior to final completion. Funds are handled through a structured process, reducing direct buyer to seller exposure and providing greater confidence throughout the transaction.

Brokerage gives clients access to private market and dealer network opportunities without the uncertainty and risk often associated with sourcing watches privately.

How watches are handled

All watches sold through The Time Broker are subject to authentication, condition assessment and final verification before completion.

Eligible watches sold by The Time Broker are supplied with a twelve month Time Broker warranty, providing dealer level protection and added peace of mind.

Regulatory requirements

As a licensed second hand dealer in South Australia, The Time Broker is required to verify the identity of all sellers. Government issued photo identification must be provided and recorded before any sale or consignment transaction can proceed.

This is a mandatory regulatory requirement and cannot be waived.

To begin a brokerage or consignment request, submit the form below.

Please note that not all watches will qualify for brokerage or consignment.