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Chrono24 Watch Workshop Certified Master Watchmaker

Chrono24 Watch Workshop Certified Master Watchmaker

Kesselsdorf, September 17, 2024 – Chrono24 Direct GmbH, the renowned watch workshop of the world’s largest marketplace for luxury watches (Chrono24), has received an important seal of approval: Since August, the company has been officially recognized as a “Certified Master Watchmaker” by the German Association for Watches, Jewelry and Timekeeping (Federal Guild Association of the Watchmaking Trade). This certification serves as a brand-independent seal of quality for specialist watchmakers and confirms that repairs in Kesselsdorf are carried out by highly qualified watchmakers and master watchmakers using the latest technology and original spare parts. Chrono24 Watch Workshop Certifies the Authenticity of…

First Time Buyer Report Part 1: Luxury Watch Survey: What Makes First-Time Buyers Tick

First Time Buyer Report Part 1: Luxury Watch Survey: What Makes First-Time Buyers Tick

Chrono24 and YouGov surveyed over 2,100 people about their intentions and preferences when buying their first luxury watch. One in four Respondents already owns a luxury watch or is considering buying one, and among younger respondents it’s more than one in three. Chrono24 data reveal which brands are most popular with first-time buyers. Luxury watches from Rolex, Patek Philippe, and other luxury watch manufacturers can be status symbols, investments, collector’s items, and more. But what really motivates people to buy a luxury watch? To answer this question, the world’s leading online marketplace for luxury watches, Chrono24, conducted a representative survey…

ChronoPulse Watch Index: Secondary Market for Luxury Watches Declined Slightly in the Second Quarter of 2024

ChronoPulse Watch Index: Secondary Market for Luxury Watches Declined Slightly in the Second Quarter of 2024

Chrono24 analyzes the performance of the secondary market for luxury watches in the second quarter of 2024 Prices for luxury watches fall by almost one percent Cartier watches with comparatively high increase in value, Vacheron Constantin watches lose the most value Karlsruhe, Germany (July 16, 2024): After signs of a possible recovery in the secondary market for luxury watches in the first quarter of 2024, Chrono24 details that overall performance fell slightly again in the second quarter. At -0.99%, the average loss in value on the secondary market is moderate, but in the same quarter of 2023, prices on the…

Famed Formula One Racer, Charles Leclerc, invests in Chrono24

Famed Formula One Racer, Charles Leclerc, invests in Chrono24

Karlsruhe, Germany (June 4th, 2024): – Today Chrono24, the world’s leading online marketplace for luxury watches, announces that: Monaco’s Formula One racing driver, Charles Leclerc, has joined the company as investor. Leclerc who is second placed in this year’s Formula One championships and just won his home race at the prestigious Monte Carlo course now joins Chrono24 in its global expansion as both a young investor and passionate watch lover. Charles Leclerc and his brother Lorenzo, who consults him in his entrepreneurial ventures and whom he founded a family office dedicated to athletes, All Time, together with join the likes…

Introducing the ChronoPulse – Watch Index Report: A look at the secondary market for luxury watches in Q1 2024

Introducing the ChronoPulse – Watch Index Report: A look at the secondary market for luxury watches in Q1 2024

Introducing the ChronoPulse – Watch Index Report: A look at the secondary market for luxury watches in Q1 2024 Chrono24 analyzes the performance of the secondary market for luxury watches in Q1 2024 Luxury watch prices nearly stagnated in Q1 2024 and may have bottomed out Watch prices increased for 4 out of 14 brands analyzed Karlsruhe, April 30, 2024. Many luxury watches are purchased not only for their looks and functionality, but also for their ability to hold their value over time. That’s why Chrono24, the world’s leading online marketplace for luxury watches, analyzes the performance of the secondary…

Chrono24 Debuts New “Certified” Program, Providing Transparency and an Authenticity Guarantee to the World’s Largest Selection of Pre-Owned Watches

Chrono24 Debuts New “Certified” Program, Providing Transparency and an Authenticity Guarantee to the World’s Largest Selection of Pre-Owned Watches

Karlsruhe, Germany (April 9th, 2024): Today, the world’s largest online marketplace for luxury watches, Chrono24, unveils its new “Certified” Authentication Program, aiming to provide the most transparent authentication process to the luxury watch market through its global watchmaker network. Chrono24 shoppers can now choose their dream watch from an unsurpassed selection of certified authentic pre-owned watches, trusting fully in the absolute promise that the watch they found will be the watch they receive. Every Chrono24 “Certified” watch will receive an evergreen digital Certificate of Authenticity, providing an invaluable, lasting footprint for these analog timepieces. Certified is now live across Europe,…

Chrono24 Releases New Data Insight Report to Commemorate International Women’s Day

Chrono24 Releases New Data Insight Report to Commemorate International Women’s Day

New report is designed to amplify powerful female voices in the watch industry & draw analyses from the platform’s significant 25% female usership   Karlsruhe, Germany (March 8, 2024): Today, the world’s largest online marketplace for luxury watches, Chrono24, releases a new Insight Report featuring an in-depth look at the female market, timed with the global recognition of International Women’s Day on March 8th. Following an upward trend in recent years, Chrono24 now reports that more than 25% of its active users identify as female, with this growth signaling a positive shift within industry norms. Chrono24’s new Insight Report not…

Chrono24 Announces Change in Leadership to Unlock Next Phase of Growth

Chrono24 Announces Change in Leadership to Unlock Next Phase of Growth

Zalando’s Carsten Keller will take over from parting Co-CEOs in January Karlsruhe, December 14th, 2023 – Chrono24, the leading global marketplace for luxury watches, today announces that Carsten Keller will take over as CEO, effective January 1st, 2024. Co-CEOs Tim Stracke and Holger Felgner are handing over the reins to a successor with decades of online retail, marketplace, and strategy experience. Over the past eight years, Keller has been instrumental in building Europe’s leading marketplace for fashion brands and retailers at Zalando, contributing more than 5 Billion Euros to the platform’s overall gross merchandise value. As a part of that,…

Chrono24 Unveils ChronoPulse, The First Luxury Watch Market Index Founded on Real Transaction Data, as it Celebrates 20 Years

Chrono24 Unveils ChronoPulse, The First Luxury Watch Market Index Founded on Real Transaction Data, as it Celebrates 20 Years

Karlsruhe, Germany (October 20, 2023): Today, the world’s largest online marketplace for luxury watches, Chrono24, unveils its proprietary new Watch Index tool built on the hallmark of real sales data, called ChronoPulse. Access to this unparalleled data resource is free and now accessible through Chrono24’s website. The announcement of ChronoPulse comes as the company celebrates its 20 year anniversary, utilizing its two decades of historical analysis and actual selling prices to create an Index depicting sales trends and market development unlike any other. Chrono24 uses its own anonymous 1st party sales data to drive this indexing, far surpassing the volume…

Cristiano Ronaldo, International Football Superstar & Luxury Watch Uber Collector, Becomes an Investor in Chrono24

Cristiano Ronaldo, International Football Superstar & Luxury Watch Uber Collector, Becomes an Investor in Chrono24

The world’s most marketable and recognizable athlete devotes his financial prowess & passion for timepieces as a partner to the world’s leading watch marketplace   Karlsruhe, Germany (July 12, 2023): – Today Chrono24, the world’s leading online marketplace for luxury watches, announces that internationally acclaimed footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo, through CR7 SA, has become an investor in the company. “CR7” as he is known throughout the world is perhaps equally known amongst the watch lover community for being one of the most avid personal collectors of timepieces. Cristiano Ronaldo joins the likes of previous Chrono24 investors including Bernard Arnault’s family investment company, Aglae Ventures, General Atlantic, Insight…

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Chrono24 is redefining the boundaries of the luxury watch world. With over 20 years of experience, Chrono24 is the world's largest marketplace for luxury watches. It provides an authentic, world-class, and trusted marketplace for new and pre-owned luxury watches, giving you easy access to the industry's most prestigious brands. By bringing together thousands of watch enthusiasts, collectors, and sellers from more than 150 countries, Chrono24 creates a space that will exceed all your expectations of time. More than 600,000 watch listings are viewed by 9 million unique visitors each month. Whether you're looking for a rare vintage model or want to discover the latest trends, Chrono24 is just a click away. Combining technology, security, and design, Chrono24 makes buying a watch an unforgettable experience.


Our advanced search and filtering features make it easy for you to find your dream watch. You can even try on the watch you want before you buy it with the help of our augmented reality technology. You can also add your favorite watches to your Notepad using the Chrono24 app and monitor the market performance of your collection using the "Watch Collection" feature.


With Chrono24 Certified, which guarantees maximum transparency at every stage, you can have the authenticity of your new watch checked and certified by a verified watchmaker and receive a certificate of authenticity. Our Chrono24 Buyer Protection program, commitment to authenticity, and worldwide customer support team are with you every step of the way to ensure a safe, fast, and hassle-free buying experience.


Additionally, you can keep up with the latest market trends and watch releases with the ChronoPulse watch index, which provides valuable insight into watch price trends since January 2019. If you not only want to buy a watch, but also want to become a part of this unique community, you've come to the right place!


If you need more info or want additional data directly from the world's leading marketplace for luxury watches, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.


 

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