The Leadership

When Started
In 1991, Seth Grossman launched Global Trading at the age of 16. The company specialized in collectible Swatch watches from the 1980s. After venturing into luxury timepieces, Seth founded Essential Watches in 2004. Since then, Seth and our team have worked tirelessly to build customer relationships across the globe. While we may have gone from trading Swatch to Patek Philippe, our personal commitment to each customer remains.
Our Promise
Trust | Honesty | Transparency

100% Authentic
All watches are 100% Authentic

Full Transparency
We publish the buy and sell prices for all watches to honor the fair market value of all products.

Real Time Inventory
Every watch on our website is in stock and ready for sale. Including hourly New Arrivals.
41
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Happy Customer
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Years in Business
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Return Clients
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Awards Won
What Makes Us Unique?
1
Outstanding Service
Almost all of our reviews highlight one thing: our team. We treat every customer like a friend, not a source of revenue. Our experts strive to make the buying process as smooth and pressure-free as possible.
2
26+ Years of Experience
Our team has been with us since day one. Decades of experience in the pre-owned watch market have given us the expertise to help you find your dream watch.
3
Guaranteed Authenticity
Every watch we sell is 100% authentic. Want a closer look? Don't hesitate to request real images of any timepiece available on our site.
Customer Review
The Delivery
My watch was delivered fast, safe, and in care of Essential Watches and I look forward to continuing business with them!
- Alex J.
The Communication
Freddie was awesome in customer service, my timepiece was as advertised. I had excellent communication from end to end of my purchase. The price was right!!
If you need a timepiece of great quality with excellent service I recommend Essential Watches of Beverly Hills.
- Thomas D.
My First Purchase
I I chose essential watches because of what I read on internet of being a good business. I was Not let down by Fred who was very professional and kept me well informed during the online process of buying a watch.
- Vrocket G.
My Rolex Story
Initiated a trade for my Rolex for another highly sought after piece Essential had in stock on their website. I received a response within hours, negotiated trade value and pricing and had a prepaid and insured FedEx label within a day. Irene was excellent throughout the process with prompt responses to any questions that I had and even called me directly to discuss the process with me. I will 100% do business with Irene and Essential Watches again.
- George S.
Product Standing
If I could give six stars, I would. I have bought multiple watches from Seth and he stands by his products. Talking and working a deal with him is like working with a friend who is looking out for you. if you are in the market for a really nice legitimate timepiece there is no other place to do business!!! Corey Hebert, MD
- Dr. Corey H.