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About Escrow.com and eBay

eBay has partnered with Escrow.com to help facilitate all payments for watches sold for $10,000 or more on eBay. This enhanced offering is designed to drive both Buyer and Seller confidence while providing U.S eBay users with even more security for these high-value transactions.
A long-time leader in the luxury watch market, eBay houses one of the largest inventories of new, vintage and pre-owned contemporary and fine watches in the world — including brands such as Patek Philippe, Rolex, Omega, Breitling, Audemars Piguet, and Panerai. Combined with zero buyer fees and highly competitive pricing, those looking to buy a preloved luxury watch online can find the exact watch they want, at the right price.
This formidable partnership serves to strengthen security by reducing the risk of counterfeit and replica watch sales in the pre-loved luxury market.

Escrow.com's Process on eBay

All watches sold by U.S Sellers that sell domestically for $10,000 or above require payments to be facilitated by Escrow.com, providing a secure fully traceable payment method, with the most trusted licence escrow service providing protection for both buyer and seller.
  1. The Buyer Initiates a Watch Purchase for $10,000 or more on eBay. Browse eBay’s luxury watch marketplace, find your favorite piece, and start the transaction.
  2. The Buyer funds an account with Escrow.com. The Buyer funds the escrow account. Escrow.com then verifies the payment is received and notifies the Seller. All escrow service fees are covered by eBay.
  3. Seller is notified to ship the Watch. After payment verification, Escrow.com notifies the Seller to ship the watch and upload tracking information; Sellers are required to provide digital tracking and insurance for all shipped items.
  4. Buyer Receives Watch. Once delivery is confirmed, the Buyer has a 7 day inspection period to accept the item.
  5. The Seller is Paid by Escrow.com. Once both parties are satisfied with the transaction, Escrow.com will release the funds to the Seller. The transaction will be complete and Escrow.com will send out closing statements to both the Seller and Buyer.

Benefits of the eBay and Escrow Partnership

The partnership between eBay and Escrow.com was solidified earlier this year in July. In order to enhance the luxury watch shopping experience, eBay covers any fees charged by Escrow.com for use of their service when purchasing eligible watches. The Escrow.com experience ensures both parties’ payments are protected and professionally handled.

Why use Escrow.com to purchase your next watch?

As a fully licensed and accredited escrow company, Escrow.com gives you security and peace of mind when you buy your watch. It's simple, safe and protects all parties involved.
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    Avoid Scams

    As a licensed online escrow service we are a trusted third party who holds the fund during the Watch transaction. Instructions are provided securely through our secure online portal.

  • Buyer and Seller Assurances

    Buyers are guaranteed to receive an authentic watch due to eBay’s Authenticity Guarantee. Sellers get a smooth, easy online transaction that is fully tracked from start to finish. Escrow.com protects Sellers, too, with no chargebacks, ever.

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    Identity of Buyer and Seller Verified

    When making the transaction, the buyer and seller profile are verified to ensure both parties are protected during the transaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Escrow.com?

Escrow.com is a fully accredited and licensed escrow company headquartered in San Francisco, California. To date, Escrow.com has securely handled over $5 billion in transactions.

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What is escrow?

An escrow is a financial and legal agreement where a neutral third party (Escrow.com) temporarily holds a sum of money until the watch being purchased has been delivered by the Seller to the Buyer and both parties are satisfied.

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How does Escrow.com protect Buyers and Sellers?

Both the Buyer and the Seller benefit from using Escrow.com to monitor and transact the exchange of the payment for each transaction. Escrow.com verifies the Buyer's and Seller's funds, information, which protects both parties from fraudulent users. We hold onto funds until the transaction is completed and both the Buyer and Seller are satisfied with their transaction.

Buyers
  • • Without Escrow.com, the Buyer would be at risk of losing all their funds or purchasing a faulty watch
  • • Both parties are verified prior to starting/closing the escrow
  • • Buyers get a smooth, easy online transaction that is fully tracked from start to finish
  • • Buyers are protected from non-delivery and promptly refunded if such an event occurs
Sellers
  • • Both parties are verified prior to starting/closing the escrow
  • • Sellers get a smooth, easy online transaction that is fully tracked from start to finish
  • • As soon as the the Buyer receives the watch, Escrow.com ensures that the Seller promptly gets paid
  • • There is no risk of having a payment recalled arbitrarily and Sellers are protected from unexpected chargebacks

What items require payment via Escrow.com?

All items listed in the primary category of wristwatches by U.S. Sellers that sell domestically for $10,000 or above (after Seller discounts but before shipping and taxes) require payment via Escrow.com, including items that qualify for local pickup. Check the payment type on the item listing or in checkout to see if payment via Escrow.com is required.

How do returns work for items where payment via Escrow.com is required?

Buyers have 7 days from the delivery of the item to initiate a return. If the Buyer is satisfied with the item, he or she can go to Escrow.com and "Accept" the item to close out the transaction. Buyers can initiate a return through eBay or Escrow.com and customer service representatives will guide you through the returns process. Please note that a return cannot be initiated after a buyer has “Accepted” the item or after 7 days from the date of delivery have passed.

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After the item is delivered, when can I expect to receive payment?

After item delivery, the Buyer has a 7-day inspection period to ensure that it arrived in the condition described in the listing. Once the Buyer "Accepts" the item on Escrow.com or the 7-day inspection period has expired, Escrow.com disburses funds directly to the Seller, with settlement into your account based on payment methods (wire transfer or ACH).

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