Important Watches Spring 2024
Soon, it’s time for the auction that gathers the finest watches of the season from the world’s leading watchmakers. On Saturday May 18th, our Important Watches auction will take place at Kaplans.
This spring’s catalog features a mix of collector’s items, timeless dress watches, playful dials, and beloved classics. Discover men’s and women’s watches in various models from brands like Audemars Piguet, Rolex, Patek Philippe, Omega, and Cartier.
On this page you will find everything you need to know before the auction begins.
Catalogue
The Important Watches catalogue is available in both printed and digital format. See additional pictures and read more information about the watches.
You can now collect the printed catalogue at Biblioteksgatan 5. As always, the catalogue is free of charge.
Viewing
The viewing will take place at Biblioteksgatan 5 in Stockholm. Our watch experts will be available during the viewing to answer all your questions.
| Wednesday, May 15th | 10am-6pm |
| Thursday, May 16th | 10am-6pm |
| Friday, May 17th | 10am-6pm |
| Saturday, May 18th | 11am-1pm |
Condition and detailed information
At Important Watches, we describe the watches condition using a ten-point scale.
The graded components include Movement, Dial, Case, and Bracelet. One part of the scale is Kaplans' watch experts’ overall opinion of each watch.
Below the item description you will find detailed information about many watches. Learn more about aspects such as condition or provenance.
View films
You can now see films of selected lots from Important Watches.
As a complement to the images, we offer films of selected watches. The moving pictures give you the opportunity to see more details as well as an overview of the design and condition of the watches.
Become a customer
To participate in the auction, you need a customer number. Register online or with our customer service.
When registering online, our customer service sends an email with your login information. If you do not have a Swedish personal identity number, you need to send in a copy of your passport or identification card. Remember to register well in advance.
Streaming
The auction will be live streamed with audio and video and can be followed on your desktop.
To see our live stream, you need a computer with a later version of Edge, Chrome or Firefox. Streaming is not available on phones or tablets.
The link to our stream will be displayed at our home page 30 minutes prior to the auction start.
Bidding
Participate with absentee bids, online bids during the auction, or pre-arranged phone bids. You are also welcome to Biblioteksgatan 5 in Stockholm to participate live in the auction hall.
All bids are binding, and no right of return applies on our hammer auctions.
Premiums
Our premium is 20 % for items up to SEK 200,000. When the price exceeds SEK 200,000, we use a gradually decreasing premium for the exceeding part. For each item we charge a hammer fee of SEK 50.
Calculate the full price below.
Winning bids
You can collect winning bids at Biblioteksgatan 5 or add shipping to your payment online. The shipping fee depends on the item and destination.
Remember that all winning bids must be paid within five banking days.
Contact us
Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding the auction. Send an email to info@kaplans.se or visit us during the viewing to talk to our watch experts.
Welcome to Important Watches!