STRAP IT UP
The Type One
$169
The Flatiron
$169
The Mare
$169
The Crosby
$169
Rolex GMT Master II Ref. 16753
SOLD
Out of stock
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY & APPRAISAL
1 YEAR MECHANICAL WARRANTY
FROM THE CURATOR
With Rolex prices steadily rising over the last decade, it has become increasingly difficult to find a sports model in enviable condition under $10,000. This squeeze has encouraged us to take deeper looks at some of the references and configurations that didn’t blow up, ones we’ve loved quietly. The GMT Master 16753 is a prime example of just that – a complicated sports reference that has flown under the radar. With some retail prices passing $10,000 (and understandably so), it’s still possible to snag one (this one) below. It dates to 1981 and not only has it survived the last 38 years on its original jubilee bracelet, without damaging its dial, but even more impressively, with its factory case finishing. Examine the listing photos carefully and you’ll find the chamfers on each lug, perfectly defined.
And of course, it comes complete with a certificate of authenticity and appraisal and is shipped carefully and fully insured via UPS expedited service.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Rolex is arguably the most famous brand in the world when it comes to luxury timepieces. Their brand equity is through the roof, and you’d be hard pressed to find another luxury watchmaker who can make watch geeks and non-geeks alike incredibly stoked. Their quality is second to none, and it makes sense that until this day, when someone thinks about James Bond, Magnum P.I. or Glengarry Glen Ross, they think of Rolex.
NUTS + BOLTS
Maker: Rolex
Model: GMT Master Ref. 16753
Year: 1981
Case Diameter: 40 millimeters
Lug Width: 20 millimeters
Case Material: Stainless steel and 18k yellow gold
Case Condition: Great condition, no significant nicks or scratches
Dial Condition: Great condition, no damage
Movement: Automatic Winding
TRADES + PAYMENTS
To trade in your watch towards this purchase, or to make arrangements for purchase via wire, check or cash payments to save on fees, send us a message by clicking on the inquire / offers button above.
T&H GUARANTEE
Each of our watches, from mid 20th century Omega’s to contemporary pieces from F.P. Journe, are accompanied by documentation of authenticity and appraisal. They’re also backed by our one year warranty, though we do expect careful treatment of all watches and do not cover damage inflicted post sale.
RETURNS
Clients are given a five day grace period after sale to return their wristwatches, no questions asked. To initiate a return, email office@theoandharris.com for shipping instructions and appropriate labels. All returned wristwatches that have been shipped and received must be returned in the same condition as when they were sold. Once received, Theo & Harris has 3 days to issue a refund, minus shipping costs.
RECENT REVIEWS
Cody Tharpe
15:41 13 Dec 19
Christian and team are responsive, dependable, and personal. Always a go to for watch purchases.
Stephen Friedman
12:50 06 Dec 19
Great products and exceptional customer services! I will definitely be purchasing from Theo & Harris again!
Marcus Le
23:38 04 Dec 19
This is my second watch strap purchase from T&H and again they don’t disappoint! My brother and I are ecstatic to be rocking matching watch straps on our timepieces!
Luis Perez
20:21 04 Dec 19
The personal customer support is amazing and the quality of the JR straps are superb!
Andrew Calvin
16:08 04 Dec 19
Joseph Kovel
15:46 04 Dec 19
Bought my second strap JR strap from T&H and it is great quality, as expected. Also easy payment and fast shipping. Will definitely go to T&H for my next strap needs!
Joseph Jones
15:27 04 Dec 19
Great service and a well put together online buying experience.
Shannon Carnahan
15:12 04 Dec 19
A++++++++++
alfonso carbonell
06:05 28 Oct 19
excellent service and pristine care for amazing watches!!
John Hemmerich
17:30 19 Sep 19
Great selection, great service, great people. If you want to purchase watches with a soul to them. This is the first place to stop.
Dave
13:32 19 Sep 19
Purchased a vintage Omega and could not be happier with the watch or the entire experience. Christian and his team are truly great to work with and make every effort to deliver the best customer service possible. I highly recommend T&H if you’re considering a vintage watch.
Marc Bou-Abboud
15:06 18 Sep 19
Theo and Harris are flawless at what they do. The quality of watches they bring in is unmatched. I will be recommending them to all my friends. 10/10.
Andrew Vuong
03:21 18 Sep 19
Bought a JR strap. Amazing quality!What really stood out for the purchase experience was the quick response from Christian regarding a question about strap size.10/10 would recommend to anyone.
Thomas Dunford
23:53 17 Sep 19
I've made two purchases from Theo & Harris, and both transactions went flawlessly. Christian was very responsive to every request, going out of his way to provide photos of the watch's movement and, when I asked where he would recommend I source an additional link to the bracelet, he found and shipped a new link himself at no additional cost. And the watch in question is beautiful, matching up to every photo and description provided on the website. Jen has also been very helpful, throwing in a T-shirt with my purchase of a cuff bracelet and following up to ensure I was happy with the transaction. Buying a vintage or luxury item online can sometimes be a coin toss in terms of the reliability and trustworthiness of the seller, but Theo & Harris has exceeded my expectations both times around.
Kelly McManus
17:22 17 Sep 19
Found a beautiful Omega with nice patina. Theo and Harris was able to expedite shipping in time for my anniversary. And my husband loves the watch!
Paul Zackrison
15:48 17 Sep 19
This is my second JR strap....I love them!
Nicholas Arnold
20:44 13 Aug 19
The team at Theo and Harris was amazing to do business with. Everyone was so helpful with answering my questions. They went above and beyond the call for customer service and satisfaction. I am looking forward to doing business again.
Monique Low
16:33 13 Aug 19
Christian and his team are the best! They're responsive, attentive and provide the highest level of service. I've sent in 2 watches for service and purchased 3 watch straps from Theo & Harris so far. Their straps are some of the best I've owned. They answered all of my questions and offered recommendations along the way. If the reviews don't convince you, check out their youtube channel...it's so good!
Douglas Dollars
15:03 20 Jun 19
Watch I purchased (Omega Suveran) was exactly as shown and expected. Thanks for keeping quality watches available and in fine shape. I appreciate the videos but especially commentary on the site talking about a brand/watch's history. The Suveran definitely won't be the last I get from T&H!
Douglas Dollars
15:01 20 Jun 19
Watch I purchased (Omega Suveran) was exactly as shown and expected. Thanks for keeping quality watches available and in fine shape. I appreciate the videos but especially commentary on the site talking about a brand/watch's history. The Suveran definitely won't be the last I get from T&H!
Aggressive Timing Habits
22:06 11 Jun 19
T&H makes some fantastic straps in collaboration with Jean Rousseau. I have purchased four of them and they are great. Awesome balance between tough and supple, clearly built to last and high quality. It's just been a few weeks so far but they seem to be built for the long haul!
Dave Lopez
03:58 23 May 19
Anna and Christian are top notch professionals and understand customer needs and goals for any watch needs and services. My experience with them have been nothing but positive. Being a small business owner and manager this review is a reflection of how business and service should be done!!! Originally I’ve wanted a Explorer II but at the moment couldn’t make it work. I ended up not getting it. ( I’m getting married soon so for me to pull the plug wasn’t the right choice at the moment ! ) STILL after saying no to the deal , Christian went above and beyond to make sure he will still help me find something. I sent my deposit and Along the months of going back and fourth with positive and fun conversation still nothing in the works that fixed my fancy. My local Jewler got me a killer deal on a 2001 explorer ii with holes case and Solid end links and polar dial !!! and I used my account with the local dealer & Easy and done. I told Theo and Harris and they were extremely happy for my find we are geeks of course and still I purchased items from the shop. This isn’t my first big watch purchase, living in Fairfield CT trust me the income and lifestyle you see many geeks in town!!! So the service from Theo and Harris was superior and felt like you were apart of the family. Please support and buy from this amazing company and I’ll continue my support!
Josh Hartman
21:40 06 May 19
Joe Coney
20:48 06 May 19
I just received my Cyclops Tee. It's perfect! Thanks T&H!
Henri boy
05:55 01 May 19
These fine young people ,Christian in particular are incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. I love the watch roll I Bought and plan to purchase a watch soon.
Sidney Sharp
02:54 01 May 19
Elijah Yun
00:20 01 May 19
Very responsive team that’s focused on providing a great experience for clients and the Mare Watch Roll they produce is the nicest watch roll I’ve ever used. I really recommend it. These guys run a great shop and I’m sure I will be picking up at least a strap or two from them the next time I need one.
Squan
04:53 28 Apr 19
Diego Moran
20:49 25 Mar 19
I've been a T&H client for just over two years now and my experience has been excellent every time. Besides the great products, another thing that brings me back again and again, is the level of communication. I'm in California but communicating with T&H in Jersey is easier than communicating with my local watch shops. Transactions are always easy and without surprises. EXCELLENT EVERY TIME!!!
Adam Graves
21:13 22 Mar 19
The strap quality and price is a great deal. Just what I wanted.
Ethan Paz
19:23 22 Mar 19
Jay Fisher
06:00 22 Mar 19
Superb experience!
Mario Arnold
17:14 21 Mar 19
Great quality strap and service!
Fabian Cruz
21:00 20 Mar 19
I bought a strap from Theo and Harris and I have nothing but good things to say about the experience. From the customer service to quick shipping time. I will most definitely be purchasing from Theo and Harris again in the future.
Robert Persico
22:45 07 Mar 19
Met with Christian in person to pick up my watch for my birthday. Communication was quick and easy. The watch I got was exactly as described and even exceeded my expections in the condition. I’ve been a fan of the channel for many years so meeting with the man behind THEO and HARRIS was very special . It was a great experience and I’ll be looking to buy my next watch from him in the future.
timothy hogue
21:42 07 Mar 19
Cees de Jager
18:07 05 Mar 19
Have purchased a few watches from T&H - Nothing but good things to say about T&H. Resourceful, responsive and reasonably priced.
John Lauinger
01:44 27 Feb 19
Great watch strap (Type One) and great customer service.
Mitch Grimes
22:08 25 Feb 19
Christian and the team do an amazing job providing quality products and content on YouTube. The team's passion which includes Jennifer, Anna, Rollie and the production crew make watch collecting enjoyable. I've purchased several straps and leather products from T&H and all have exceeded my expectations. When the right vintage watch shows up in their inventory, I will definitely buy it from this team. Keep the fire burning T&H.
Jason Lee
19:56 25 Feb 19
Great products and outstanding customer service. I e-mailed them with questions and concerns, which was answered promptly through e-mail and instagram. Would definitely purchase more straps from them in the future. If I were to ever purchase a vintage watch in the future, I will go through Theo and Harris for I know I'll be in good hands.
Adrian Rahardja
22:10 24 Feb 19
Got my type One strap here. Real cool quick release strap that elevates my sarb035 to another level while remaining elegantly subdued. Zach & Jennifer were responsive to my questions prior to purchase & followed up to see how I liked the strap, which is a nice personal touch. Recommend the strap and the people at T&H.
Baltazar Soto
04:55 24 Feb 19
Jonny Lang
23:58 23 Feb 19
Purchased a Jean Rousseau "Type 1" watch strap and I love it! Christian responded to my questions quickly. Fast shipping too.
Solomon Mindlin
22:55 23 Feb 19
Can't stress enough how amazing this company is. Founder of the business answered my email questions personally. Best vintage watch shop out there
Fred B
17:32 23 Feb 19
I purchased the Type One leather strap from T&H, and it's absolutely gorgeous. The quality of the leather is unmatched. The beautiful contrasting stitching makes it a real eye catcher. This was my first T&H purchase, but it definitely won't be the last. If you think leather watch straps are "all the same," you're dead wrong. Once you get a taste of a premium strap, it'll be hard to wear anything else on your wrist. Definitely worth every cent.
Ivan Fernando
23:33 22 Feb 19
I found Theo & Harris on YouTube while I was doing research online. I went to their website since I wanted to see the products they offered because I was in the market for a strap to refresh the look on my Rolex DateJust. I saw a really nice black pebbled strap called “The Crosby” so I decided to order it. Communication with the T&H team was easy and the shipping was quick. The strap is beautifully constructed with premium leather and is totally worth the premium price. Its given new life to a 20 year old watch. I get compliments on it all the time from colleagues and clients. When they ask where it’s from always recommend they visit T&H. I look forward to picking up their “Type One” strap and one of their timepieces soon.5/5 Highly recommend and will shop again.
Lloyd Yoo
16:04 31 Jan 19
I've had the opportunity to buy (and sell) from/to Christian on a few occasions, and the customer experience is really second-to-none. Christian really treats you like a friend first and truly goes out of his way to help grow this passion.Most recently, I was acquiring a grail watch, which required a lot of moving pieces to fund. Despite a lot of broken out payments and complexity, he was always willing to accommodate. I know I'm not easy to work with and was probably sending 1-3 emails his way for 2 weeks and he would always get back to me promptly with a positive attitude. I actually felt bad being so needy as we worked through the complexity of getting this watch.Oh, and before I even decided to pull the trigger on the watch. He made time out of his busy schedule to come see me when I was in NY for a business trip to let me try a similar watch so I could see how it would fit. Even though that specific watch wasn't the one I was looking to get and I was just curious to try it on for sizing purposes, he went out of his way to let me try it.I'm confident that so long as this type of great service continues, T&H will continue to grow. You have a customer-for-life here 🙂
David Johnstone
19:58 29 Jan 19
Quality watch strap, easy transaction, and great customer service - done!
olugbenga ajayi
02:51 20 Jan 19
I have been watching their YouTube video and great videos about all classic watches
Ben Eggebrecht
15:47 17 Jan 19
I had been a fan of Theo & Harris for a while before I purchased my first timepiece from them a few weeks ago. Incredible customer service. Christian is trustworthy and always quick to respond. Would highly recommend if you’re on the hunt for a quality timepiece!
Tim Wynn
03:30 17 Jan 19
Highly recommended, top notch-products and service. I ordered a beautiful Type One strap for a vintage Datejust, but I mistakenly ordered the wrong size, too small for my wrist. T&H worked with me to quickly exchange it for the larger size with zero hassle and personal attention. The replacement strap fits perfectly, and the quality and style is everything I hoped it would be, just perfection and totally unique. Will definitely buy from T&H again. Thank you!
Robert Lyons
01:00 15 Jan 19
I have had the opportunity to interact with the great team and T&H on several occasions and was looking forward to my first purchase. Well, now that I have that purchase in my hand, I can, without a doubt, recommend this company for anyone looking for quality vintage goods, and exceptional customer service! Thanks again, and I look forward to my next purchase!
Stewart Voit
16:54 11 Jan 19
The team at Theo & Harris are highly professional and exceptionally personable. Their customer service is excellent and they were a pleasure to do business with.
Mike Thompson
16:33 11 Jan 19
Ryan Go
01:57 11 Jan 19
Excellent customer service and follow up. Will buy again in the future =)
caymangtr
20:00 10 Jan 19
T&H are vintage watch gurus! What you see and they describe is what you get. Fast and knowledge service. I love the Omega sea master and Rolex datejust I bought! Excellent people, excellent products.
Raaj Mangroo
19:35 10 Jan 19
Rafael Macias-Gutierrez
19:26 10 Jan 19
Denise Suarez
17:59 10 Jan 19
best customer service, greatest quality no negatives will keep coming around for more!
Jesper Juhl
15:18 10 Jan 19
Five stars all the way. Absolutely great service and the JR strap I bought was even more than I hoped for.
Ross Bernstein
05:46 10 Jan 19
T&H has a great selection of vintage watches, as well as the highest quality watch straps you can buy, made by Jean Rousseau. Christian has great style, and you can tell that he really puts everything into this company. He also puts a lot of great watch-content up on the Theo & Harris Youtube channel. Every transaction is handled very smoothly and emails are responded to promptly by Jennifer, the office manager. So far, I've purchased one watch and several straps from T&H--everything has been great.
Peter LI
04:00 09 Dec 18
T&H was very efficient sending off the Tank that I bought and I received it without any problem in three days from the time I made my payment. The Tank is an awesome iconic and beautiful piece and the condition of it is great!
Lewis Jones
19:34 06 Dec 18
I feel compelled to leave a review due to the exceptional service from the Theo & Harris team. the customer service from Christian and his family/associates is absolutely second to none and something rarely found in a business today, not only is Christian approachable for any questions or queries you may have, he is certain to treat you with the upmost respect and courtesy whether you buy a product or not.If you're looking for that special vintage piece you've been lusting for then look no further, cannot recommend T&H's products highly enough!
Tyler Brown
17:00 06 Dec 18
Shriram Seetharaman
05:12 06 Dec 18
I have bought two watch straps and 7 Tshirts from the shop. The straps are the best in market at its price range and super comfortable to wear on wrist. You have to wear it to understand the quality of the straps.The T-shirts are at higher level that most reputed branded T-shirts. It is such a joy to wear. Once you wear Supima cotton, it is hard to wear anything else in Summer and Spring. And a T-shirt with Supima cotton, you will be hard pressed to find anyother brand at the price. Not to mention that it was made with Watch enthusiasts in mind.Highly recommend the Flat iron and Griswald straps and the T&H T-shirts.
Alejandro De la luz
18:48 04 Dec 18
If you're looking to get a great vintage watch, Theo & Harris is the place to go to. Their customer service is just outstanding. Highly recommended!
Parker Lieberman
07:48 01 Dec 18
I bought a GMT shirt from Theo and Harris and it is awesome. I will definitely be looking to buy a watch from them in the near future.
G Kouk
20:08 28 Nov 18
Bought a type one strap it’s awesome!! Service was great!! Arrived fast and received a follow up email.. This is my second strap from t&h and love them both. I’ve also sold watches to t&h and met up with Christian a couple times.. Great guy great prices for my watches. When business was done had a couple of drinks... consider him a friend now not a guy i do business with...Thanks Christian.Look forward to future meetings... this time I’ll be buying a watch!!!
Michael Hamilton
10:03 20 Nov 18
I recently purchased a T&H original design T-Shirt and I must say it’s one of the best quality T’s on the market. The softness of the cotton; the lay of the shirt after washing and drying it and it keeps its shape.It’s a conversation starter almost everywhere I go. My recommendation is, order one for yourself and another for a special friend or family member.
edmond narboni
16:22 13 Nov 18
I have purchased a bracelet for a gift. Great experience and every questions were answered properly. No issue on package delivery. Highly recommended
Gregory Cheng
06:35 12 Nov 18
Jesse Fisher
22:55 09 Nov 18
Excellent company to work with, and will do business with them again. Their customer service and communication is second to none!
Ricky Villacis
14:52 08 Nov 18
First off, I’d like to say that the quality of the GMT shirt I purchased from T&H is out of this world! Secondly, the quality of the customer service provided by Christian at T&H is second to none. I’ve followed this guy on YouTube and IG for sometime now. Being my first experience making a purchase-I can say with certainty that there will definitely be a second! My wife needs a watch and I think I know where I’ll be buying it.
Liang Yan
01:10 08 Nov 18
Great product and the guys are just coooool. Strongly recommend if you are looking for vintage watches and they have great YouTube channel.
Alfonso Hernandez
21:01 07 Nov 18
Promptly received a high quality T-shirt ordered online, and always enjoy the great content
Ellen Choi
04:49 07 Nov 18
Loved the vintage watch I bought and the customer service was great! Promptly replied to all my questions and worked with me.
Luis Carmona
21:54 06 Nov 18
I love my purchase, the proces was really fast, and the service prior and post sale is excellent. I totaly recomend this website to buy
Rakel Sara
21:39 06 Nov 18
Andres
18:56 06 Nov 18
Great customer service and product. Keep up the good work!
Megan Eyden
16:31 06 Nov 18
Amazingly beautiful quality, 100% worth the price, and unparalleled customer service. Got my order right on time. Highly recommend. No need to buy anywhere else!
Matt Darula
10:24 27 Oct 18
I purchased a vintage timepiece from Theo and Harris and despite the watch being “as described,” I had second thoughts and decided to return. Christian and team helped facilitate the return without any issues and were responsive along the way! Excellent service and super easy to deal with.
sean stender
17:55 16 Oct 18
If you're in the market for a vintage watch... This is your guy. Their collection of vintage pieces are really special, and their personalized service is really second to none. Whether you're looking for a watch, a strap, or just wanna talk shop, T&H is a homerun... you won't be disappointed.
Constantine Mavroudis
19:13 10 Oct 18
Great company. Outstanding products. Excellent service.
Lawrence Morin
15:30 09 Oct 18
I cannot be more happier than I am now since I purchased two watches from Theo & Harris. The Rolex and the Omega are better than described and are very much loved in my home and wrist and by my friends.The whole process has been a pleasure. Prompt shipment was much appreaciated. Follow up to ensure satisfaction was received and received my 5 star approval.I also look forward to the social media post of this company and eagerly await emails of the next acquisitions to the watch shop. First class. I an looking here for my next wrist hanger, for sure.
M. K. Levin
13:05 09 Oct 18
I've purchased two watches from T&H, both from the 1950's. They're working great. No complaints.
Yannick
12:33 04 Oct 18
Matthew Leonard
12:20 04 Oct 18
Gary Leung
07:40 04 Oct 18
Exquisitely curated vintage watches and excellent service!
e tannenbaum
14:54 03 Oct 18
Bought a great vintage watch and a new watch strap from Theo and Harris. Watch was as shown in pictures, and delivery was timely. JR type 1 leather strap was the best quality calf strap I’ve ever used. Highly recommend T&H for vintage watch or strap purchases.
Andrew Palmer
07:38 12 Aug 18
I have purchased several watches here and love the service and products on offer
Carmine Trento
17:25 27 Jul 18
I cannot recommend T&H enough. Christian is an amazing business man and is really willing to work with you to get you your dream time piece. He has become more than a business contact, he has become a friend. I have never received better customer service from any other vendor let alone one who deals with such luxury items. I will continue to purchase my time pieces from them and fir years to come. If you are looking for a great deal on a time piece or other high end luxury item Theo and Harris is the place to buy. 10/10 A++
Noah F
17:27 17 Jul 18
Bought my first vintage Rolex in celebration of my success thus far in college. I ordered it right before class then two days later I received it. The watch is even more beautiful in person than it was in the pictures. The T&H team is fantastic and, in my opinion the best vintage watch retailer out there. I say this because of how transparent the team is which eliminates the gray areas (Ebay and Chrono24 don't even come close)! If you want to be a part of the WatchFam, then go check out Theo and Harris on YouTube!
john Fortiz
01:13 13 Jul 18
Eddie Alvarado
15:40 06 Jul 18
You never know what's going to pop up in the shop! I purchased a Porsche Design by Orfina a couple of months ago from the shop and I couldnt be more content. T&H is a small business so the process of purchasing the watch was super easy and reassuring because the staff reach out to you and have great communication along the way. Looking forward to the next watch that I'll buy from T&H!
Kimmy Kirkwood
09:09 02 Jul 18
Bought a vintage Omega Seamaster from Theo & Harris for my husband as my wedding gift to him. It's absolutely beautiful and he LOVES it. I wanted a different strap and Christian was able to swap it out for me before sending it. Thanks for all the help and the beautiful watch!
Matthew Donatelli
22:51 10 Jun 18
Christian answered all of my questions and gave me some great information when I emailed him about a watch I was interested in! Will definitely recommend the watch shop and his youtube channel to anyone I know getting into watches
Adam
01:08 31 May 18
My experience of buying from/selling to Theo and Harris has been first-class - way ahead of a lot of the young watch dealing business on the Net. Christian is very knowledgable and a pleasure to deal with. Delivery is speedy and the product was exactly as described/photographed. Buy with confidence.
Tim Culmone
21:42 25 May 18
Purchase was an absolute breeze, shipping was super fast & the watch was top quality. These guys are really approachable & quick to answer any questions I had. Definitely recommended for your vintage watch needs. I will shop with them many more times in the future.
Hakim Hussein
16:42 24 May 18
Just leave it to Christian ! Guy is fantastic to deal with and more importantly he keeps his word. In terms of my experience I would’ve enjoyed a payment method that is not PayPal as the conversion rate caused me to pay an extra 200$ . Other than that you get what you paid for
Dow Chang
01:06 29 Apr 18
Passion for the business. Simply put, that's what Theo & Harris is all about. From great content, stellar vintage watch options, and incredible watch straps. Every aspect has been considered and as a customer, nothing brings a smile to my face than that sort of thing. They care about everything they sell so much that you know what your buying has met the detail standards of a watch fanatic. I purchased a watch strap and will definitely be coming back for more.
Dan Lay
00:40 25 Apr 18
Although the way things turned out I never bought anything from T&H it didn't stop Christian from giving me the professional, and most importantly personal, service that I would have expected to receive if I was to buy something like a Lange. I would not go to anyone else if I knew that T&H could do it for me. There is no alternative to the service and quality of Christian and the fine work he does.
Mike Crimando
14:23 09 Apr 18
UPDATE: Christian communicated the situation from his side. The fact that he put such detail into his response does show that he care. He did seem to take my feedback to heart and did get me a full refund. I would at least consider shopping for watches here again since it is such a solid collection of vintage watches.Changed score from 1/5--Original Review--Absolutely do not trust Theo & Harris with your busiuness.I bought a nice Tudor Prince Oysterdate from the team and absolutely loved it. That is until I realized it was losing about a minute and a half a day. So Christian from the T&H team gladly offered to pay for it to be regulated, as it probably got bumped in shipping. I took it to a well reviewed local watchmaker who said that actually the watch wasn't beating as fast as it should, which generally indicates a significantly larger issue. Christian offered to get it fixed up free of charge. So, I send it out, they get it on Feb 22. Weeks go by and I don't hear anything about watch repair updates for weeks, even with me emailing once a week, asking for ANY info. Eventually March 30th rolls around and Christian tells me that his watchmaker has just randomly up and left. He offered a discount on a watch strap for the inconvenience as well as offering to send my watch back unrepaired.At this point I realize that it will probably take them a few weeks to find a trusted watchmaker and get the watch fixed again. I say that if they can fix it within the next 2 weeks, I'll take the watch back or otherwise I just want a full refund.Here we are on April 9th and I have heard nothing at all back. I'll be calling Chase in the morning to dispute the original credit card charge. I would not do business with Theo & Harris again. It's just so disappointing because their site has such a great selection of vintages watches. They just either are a fraudulent company that don't care about you once they have your money or just are absolutely poorly operated. Either way, I recommend you taking your business elsewhere.
John Mai
03:03 05 Apr 18
Christian @ T&H is a class act. Whether it's buying or selling watches, he *will* personally take care of you. It's refreshing to deal with actual people in these times as opposed to some corporate drone. 🙂
Abdulaziz Al Mualla
06:30 20 Mar 18
David James Waters-Marsh
10:26 14 Mar 18
Great experience from start to finish. X
Sebastian Schulte
17:55 12 Mar 18
Great service, fast delivery and awesome product. Very happy!
christian jara
11:11 12 Mar 18
My experience with T&H was great, every question was answered properly, the watch was exactly as described and shipping was prompt and very secure. Definitely will buy again once I'm able to save for a 1601.
Jeffrey Pechter
23:10 11 Mar 18
Cory Hauptman
23:07 08 Mar 18
Excellent watch shop, wonderful customer experience!
Elias Hennemeyer
14:35 08 Feb 18
Paul B
14:54 01 Dec 17
I've purchased multiple pieces from Theo & Harris - from a vintage Rolex to a UG Polerouter to a Piaget. Always have had great customer service and responsiveness. I recommend T&H wholeheartedly.
Robert Haley
02:11 22 Nov 17
My purchase and overall expierence with Theo and Harris was absolutely wonderful. I sent in an email inquiring about doing a trade plus some extra cash. Christian responded very quickly and a very fair deal was made after some research on his end. I paid on a friday and the watch was delivered on the following Tuesday. I am absolutely thrilled with the watch and the overall buying experience. Christian was so very helpful and quick to respond to any question that I had. I think that I was impressed the most by the care and service that was provided.
Jason Whitehurst
00:00 19 Nov 17
The only partner I trust to provide the best examples of vintage watches.I have partnered with Christian at Theo & Harris for just over a year. I've purchased several watches from him and each has been an excellent value. I've even partnered with Christian to resell some of my vintage pieces as I made adjustments to my collection. Christian is consistently a wealth of information, truthful in his approach, dogmatic about what's a solid value and what is not. I couldn't ask for a better parter to source quality vintage time pieces. The business mantra of T&H to provide an experience far and above the simple purchasing of vintage time pieces shines through with each experience.I am happy to report I've just purchased my next vintage piece from him and don't expect to stop anytime soon.
Joseph Miclat
20:58 17 Nov 17
Christian doesn’t just sell watches, he sells experiences. He is so passionate about his “watchfam” that I can’t help smiling at the memory every time I wear the watch I bought from him. And what a watch! He truly curates the best pieces.
Michael Moore
17:38 07 Nov 17
First-class operation. Christian and team place a high premium on earning trust and they make sure you are satisfied. Received personalized follow-up after the sale, and my entire experience was excellent. Highest marks! Thank you T&H!
Tony Tran
00:01 04 Nov 17
I recently purchased a vintage birth-year Omega from them and it went as smooth as the sweeping seconds hand of a Seiko Spring Drive. Price was market price and the condition of the watch exceeded my expectations. Obviously it's not perfect since it's a watch that's over 30 years old but great for its age. Delivery was prompt and only took a couple of days to arrive in Hong Kong. Any answers were replied quickly and Christian was extremely helpful. Definitely recommend.
Philip Lee
12:47 02 Nov 17
My experience purchasing from Theo & Harris was an odd one because I was initially shipped the wrong watch. Instances like this and other mistakes inevitably will happen though, so these comments are my evaluation of T&H in relation to a mistake situation. For a mistake situation, I think T&H made things as easy as things could be under the circumstances. T&H was quick and responsive in remedying the mix-up and made it easy to send back the watch I initially received. Also, focusing back on the watch itself, I am very satisfied with the purchase and I think T&H consistently curates a great selection. I was initially shipped the wrong watch so I cannot give the experience 5 stars but I would give it something between 4 and 5.
Brandon Cooper
00:30 02 Nov 17
Zane Yau
23:27 01 Nov 17
Bought a vintage Chronodeco from Theo and Harris last month. It came in a beautiful box safely packed and was shipped from New York to Sydney in just 3 days. The 1968 watch was virtually and amazingly like new. Christian was knowledgeable, helpful and friendly with answering my questions before and after the sale. I love the Chronodeco! What are you wearing today?!
James Reid
19:45 01 Nov 17
I have nothing but great things to say about the watches sold by Theo & Harris as well as the customer service provided by Christian and the T&H team! It is clear that they care about what they do and, perhaps more importantly, about their customers. After quite a bit of searching, I purchased an amazing vintage Rolex from T&H, and I could't be happier with the result. It is a beautiful watch, and the purchasing process couldn't have been smoother. If you are hesitant about purchasing a vintage watch online, you shouldn't be. Everything is as promised, and judging by their continued success, I am certain that they will be around a long time. I would certainly buy another timepiece from them, and have already recommended T&H to friends and colleagues interested in buying a vintage watch. Keep up the great work, T&H!!!!
Carson Fruggiero
17:30 01 Nov 17
Theo and Harris is the best place to purchase your vintage watches! Customer service is top notch and I wouldn’t purchase a vintage Rolex anywhere else.
Mitch Mathews
20:52 08 Oct 17
Christian and the Theo and Harris team provided me with a great experience buying my first vintage watch. Their knowledge and quality of customer service truly sets them apart. I have been loving my watch for the months I’ve had it and will definitely be a returning customer for my servicing needs and next purchase.
Eric Sutton
14:07 12 Sep 17
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16:31 30 Aug 17
I've purchased two amazing watches from Theo & Harris. Amazingly priced, top-notch customer service, and just a first-class experience overall. Highly recommended.
Carlos Medina
00:37 30 Aug 17
Thank you for making my vintage 1930 something Piping Rock run again. Christian and his team are amazing professional's. Very kind and understanding. I don't know how you did it but, from the bottom of my heart thank you. Vintage Always!
Alex Carlson
22:22 29 Aug 17
Great experience with Theo and Harris! Beautiful watches, and helpful customer service. Really enjoying a vintage Angelus that I picked up from them.
Bradley Morris
16:50 29 Aug 17
I purchased a watch from T&H and let me tell you, they treat you like family when you buy a watch. The customer service is amazing and I’ll definitely be purchasing from here again! Highly recommend to anyone who wants good quality vintage timepieces!
Gaurav S
17:30 01 Aug 17
Awesome experience! Christian is good-humored and has a strong willingness to provide you with the best product. Communication is top notch. Recently purchased my first Rolex and couldn't be happier!!! T&H is a force for the modern day watchfam
rolandfla
00:22 29 Jul 17
Received my 3rd watch today and it is incredible and better than I dreamed. This is a great operation from the website, the videos and the detailed photos. You can sense the time that went into finding these gems and how carefully curated and special they are. Buy with confidence and know the details and photos reflect the watch you are buying, which isn't always true of other sites. Thanks Christian and everyone involved! Roland
Wes Simmons
20:47 25 Jul 17
I am not sure why it said I gave this place a one star review. I do not remember doing that. I know that this business is good so I changed it to a five star review.
Ohdasama Ohdasama
16:53 03 Jul 17
My first vintage watch and I absolutely love it. Very good quality and Christian even gave me further details about the watch before purchasing it. Thanks to Christian and his awesome videos, I'm getting more and more into watches.
Nico Benedetti-Fang
23:19 21 Jun 17
Finding a watchmaker you trust is a daunting process. Between the customer service, the transparency, and the work itself, I can't recommend Theo & Harris highly enough. They truly go above and beyond.I had a 40 year old family heirloom that needed a repair. After being quoted $900 by a watch repair service in New York City, I reached out to T&H. Christian met me to pick up the watch across the street from my office; was available via text/phone call throughout the entire process; had my watch repaired for a third of the price of my previous quote; and hand-delivered the watch back to me. The watch is now running better than some 2 year-old watches I own!
Jay Darbar
11:03 12 Jun 17
Thanks TNH!! I have received my watch and its amazing!! Buying from you guys has been a wonderful experience, the service has been second to none and i will definately be buying from you again! Keep up the great work!
Spencer Gillon
01:02 10 Jun 17
My dad purchased a vintage Longines Admiral watch for me as a graduation gift, and we had a great experience with Theo & Harris. The product was exactly as advertised and service was wonderful. The personal touch in communications with Christian were much appreciated. Would recommend to anyone.
Owen Bowen Jones
21:30 09 Jun 17
Great service, great watches, and great character to the whole experience. This was my first purchase, and surely won't be my last from T&H.
Chad 13
00:27 06 Jun 17
My first vintage watch purchase through Theo and Harris was incredibly easy and the attention to detail outstanding. Christian is definitely the man when it comes to knowledge of vintage watches and is a pleasure to deal with. Customer service is awesome and I can't recommend this company enough. Looking forward to my next purchase. I wouldn't go anywhere else.
George Latt
18:08 05 Jun 17
Very reliable seller for pre-loved vintage watches! Did I mention the best place to shop Datejust? Each watch is carefully hand-picked by the owner (who is a watch geek!) and fully serviced before sending it to buyers. I have purchased 3 pieces and been a very happy buyer!
Michael Garrett
03:00 05 Jun 17
Theo & Harrisis the perfect place for anyone who is looking for a beautiful vintage time peace. Christian will assist you with anything that you need, with excellent customer service. I will continue to be a customer for vintage watches.
Jimmy Yao
02:49 05 Jun 17
There's no one I would've trusted more with my very first vintage watch purchase. Christian puts out great content, engages the community, and puts his money where his mouth is when it comes to 1:1 service and relationship. 5 out of 5 stars for my experience and highly recommend Theo and Harris for any watch collector/enthusiast.
Cramer Robinson
00:37 05 Jun 17
Christopher Chalmers
01:10 20 Apr 17
I'm fairly new to the vintage scene and found the T&H videos on YouTube very helpful and fun to watch. After a few months I decided to go for it and found a very unique JLC piece still available on the site. Their pieces sell FAST so it helps to keep updated on their incoming inventory. It's was an easy purchase process online, and shipping was quick. It was also very nice to receive a personal email from the founder Christian after the sale checking in to see how I was enjoying the piece. Overall I like the style T&H brings to the vintage watch scene and Christian does a great job communicating his passion and energy to his clients. I had a very positive experience. I will pick up another piece in the future from them. My only negative: it's hard for us west-coasters to get early dibs on Tuesday's new releases as they hit the site at 4am our time. As a side note, I have now become a whole-hearted "mid-sized" watch enthusiast. After picking up a few 34-38mm pieces I find they really fit my wrist (6.75") and style better than the 40-43mm sized watches I was accustomed to. I attribute this to Christian's insight and philosophy he "rants" about in his videos.
Earlbhert Fabella
08:16 14 Apr 17
i have bought both a one of a kind tudor and a vintage chronograph, and christian and his crew have been more than amazing, both timepieces came to me in wonderful condition.
Mark Broadhead
19:51 11 Apr 17
Excellent customer service, and a wonderful company to deal with!
Grant M. Lang
16:54 05 Apr 17
Great experience. Haven't purchased a watch yet, but the vintage watch ads I received were amazing. My next vintage watch purchase will definitely be from Theo and Harris.
Alex Estrada
02:19 05 Apr 17
Excellent and personal experience. Addressed all my questions and provided specifics without even asking. Awesome.
Adil Khan
18:32 04 Apr 17
Christian from Theo&Harris is an amazing person to deal with, I highly recommend every vintage watch enthusiast/collector to get in touch him for any watch you looking for and he'll get it for you undoubtedly!! Love T&H
Vikram Kohli
00:56 04 Apr 17
Excellent experience.... bought a Movado with a Tiffany dial... couldn't be happier... very responsive service and the watch was as described... will be buying from T&H...
wai kuong lei
23:11 03 Apr 17
It was a great experience with T&H. Fairly priced vintage watches, good weekly selection and efficient delivery. The watch i received was running impeccably so i could tell that it has been serviced professionally. Keep up the good work T&H! Will not hesitate to buy from you guys again.
Sean
22:08 03 Apr 17
I've purchased two watches from T&H and wouldn't hesitate to buy a third. I continue to be impressed at the condition of the vintage pieces they source. You can tell they are hand picked. The communication pre and post purchase was also very strong.
Jason Baim
18:24 03 Apr 17
I sent my 50+ year old vintage Wittnauer to T&H for an overhaul, and within a few weeks, I got it back running smoother than ever! Great company with deep knowledge about vintage watches, a fun attitude, and relentless focus on value. Did I mention great service? Highly recommended!
Emil Larsson
16:20 03 Apr 17
Great watches for fair prices!
Spencer Cohen
16:05 03 Apr 17
Picked up a vintage Rolex passport holder. Great service and awesome item. Took it with me on a recent trip and got a ton of compliments. I look forward to purchasing another item from them soon, in the mean time... everyone should check out Christian on YouTube he's got great content.
Stephan Geyer
14:55 03 Apr 17
My first ever Vintage purchase, and I did it online. Scary, right? Christian made it the opposite. Patient and thorough, it was a pleasure doing business with him. Shipped internationally super quick and answers almost immediately. Knowledgeable and friendly.Would and will buy again. Thanks for helping me get my first vintage piece, Christian - I absolutely love it!
Chenfei Wang
14:45 03 Apr 17
Best online vintage watch shop! You can always find killer watches on their site. Christian and team are always responsive and helpful whether or not you want to make a purchase. I can't be more happy with the vintage Tudor I bought from T&H and am looking forward to buying more timepieces from them. Also if you want to learn more about the watch market, make sure to check out their YouTube channel!
Jonathan Schlaffer
01:09 03 Apr 17
I have bought several watches from Theo and Harris. Christian is always very quick with his responses and if you have a problem, he can solve it. Like the A-Team of watches! The watches are always in immaculate condition and are serviced by a trusted watchmaker so you know any piece will last for a lifetime (as long as you continue to care for them properly). So far, I've acquired a Omega f300 and Tudor prince quartz. I'm sure there will be more in the future. And the new payment plan makes getting that special timepiece even easier. Can't go wrong.
Mitchell Heinz
16:35 01 Apr 17
Theo and Harris runs an amazing operation. They sourced my first meaningful watch and they are always open to answering questions. Beautiful vintage wristwatches are offered weekly along with refreshingly honest/informative watch content. They are just insanely personal and passionate with everything they do. If you are in the market for a truly special vintage watch or if you just want to keep up with the watch world... I highly recommend this company!
Shehtaaz Zaman
16:31 01 Apr 17
An absolute joy to do business with. Christian always makes himself available to support and answer any questions or concerns, and his passion for what he does is infectious. I'll certainly be looking to him and Theo and Harris for my next vintage purchase.
Abdullah Al-Thani
14:16 01 Apr 17
An absolutely wonderful company to deal with when you're looking for the perfect vintage watch. Not only will they source your dream watch but they will help you with the questions you need answered to shape the perfect collection. Christian is a joy to work with because he's just as excited as you are about your next vintage purchase and he will oblige your every request in a very timely manner. Quick response on emails and great customer service.
Giancarlo Rosselli
02:59 31 Mar 17
William DePew
13:40 27 Mar 17
Christian has only a few vintage watches for sale at a time, but they are of great quality and value. He has a great taste for vintage watches.
