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Ratings and reviews from the three places we sell

Reference in Time on Chrono24

New York, NYTrusted Seller

  • 5.0
  • 498reviews
  • 819watches sold
Shipping
5.0
Item description
5.0
Communication
5.0

100% of buyers would recommend this dealer

Read all reviews on Chrono24 Ratings sourced from Chrono24 · last verified 13 October 2026

Reference In Time on eBay

Top-rated seller

  • 100%positive
  • 442sold
  • 296feedback score
Accurate description
5.0
Shipping speed
5.0
Communication
5.0
Reasonable shipping cost
4.7

244 positive · 0 neutral · 0 negative in the last 12 months

  • Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport Chrono 42mm Steel

    Excellent seller. Great communication and shipping. Item was as described and packaged very well. Perfect transaction! I'm happy to recommend this seller.

  • 2026 Tudor Black Bay 54 37mm Stainless Steel M79000-0001

    Watch is exactly as described! Communication was great too. Packaging was secure and price was fair. Will be buying more from this shop!

  • Rolex Datejust Lady 79173

    Excellent seller! The watch arrived exactly as described and looked almost brand new. The condition exceeded my expectations, and my wife absolutely loves it. Great communication, fast shipping, and a smooth transaction from start to finish. I would definitely buy from this seller again. Highly recommended!

  • 2026 Tudor Black Bay 54 37mm Stainless Steel M79000-0001

    Very fast shipper! Provided photos I had requested with multiple lighting options to present the time piece. Packaging was also very protected. Item was as described and authenticated.

  • 2026 Tudor Black Bay 58 39mm Stainless Steel M7939A1A0RU-0001

    Very please with purchase. Received in less than one week. Packaging was perfect. Watch was brand new with factory packaging and price was fair.

  • 2026 Tudor Ranger 39mm Stainless Steel M79950-0001

    Excellent seller. The watch was shipped fully stickered and in perfect condition, but eBay's Authentication Service scratched the back and lugs of the watch during inspection. This is unacceptable!

See all feedback on eBay Sourced from eBay · feedback updated 26 October 2026 · sold count last verified 13 October 2026

Reference in Time on Google

22 W 48th Street, New York, NY

  • 5.0
  • 42reviews
  • Christina

    I found Reference in Time based on an eBay auction but then went to their website. I saw that Reference in Time would accept some trades and I had a Tudor watch that I bought a couple years ago in the hopes it would satisfy my wants for another watch, but I ended up rarely wearing it and considering I REALLY wanted an Omega Constellation that they had I thought maybe this would finally help me to get the watch that had been living rent free in my head for years. This entire transaction was super easy. I had asked via WhatsApp if they could possibly hold onto the watch I so desired while I shipped out my Tudor. Although they do not generally do this they were happy to accommodate me. I thought my trade price was more than fair. It was easy to get the shipping label and send. As soon as they received and evaluated my Tudor it was beyond easy to purchase the watch on hold. It was promptly sent out and everything was exactly as described. I will happily go back to Reference in Time - they have been so much easier and responsive than other dealers I have dealt with recently. Thank you so much!!

  • Rebecca G.

    Amazing experience- purchased a Tudor watch last minute as an anniversary gift for my husband and the process, customer service, shipping and communication was 5++ stars. Quick responses to emails, helpful and knowledgeable and the watch condition was exactly as pictured and described. It was just an overall easy and seamless experience and we will be purchasing from them again!

  • William T.

    Great to work with! Communication, follow up, shipping and the condition of the watch received was all fantastic. Would work with again.

  • Damian K.

    Penn and his staff were absolutely amazing ! I was looking for my first watch to enter the watch game. Not only Penn was informative but he also had a wide variety of brands to display for my liking. After a good look I landed my perfect watch which is the Breitling Navitimer. I’ll definitely be coming back in the future to widen my collection. Highly recommend these guys!

  • William L.

    After 20 years of buying watches off the “block” I found Penn and Reference. I made the trip in and was amazed by the shop and his enthusiasm in ensuring I received the best product for my budget. He absolutely made a new client for life. I encourage all to start dealing with Penn if you want the cleanest shopping experience. And shout out to Tyler and the rest of staff. Lance from Jersey

  • Rich F.

    Just had an end to end PERFECT experience with RIT and Tyler. I purchased a very high end time piece and could not be happier with outcome, customer service, and overall pricing. Highly suggest.

Read all reviews on Google Sourced from Google · updated 26 October 2026

Reference in Time

22 W 48th St Suite 201
New York, NY 10036

Monday – Friday, 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Showroom visits are by APPOINTMENT ONLY

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Inside the Reference in Time showroom: wall displays and glass cases of watches