Berardi & Co

The piece you want exists somewhere

Waiting lists at the dealer that never seem to end, grey-market prices that double overnight, vintage pieces nobody will vouch for. Our job is to cut through that, with named sources and a written verification before you commit a single franc.

Describe my search
Watchmaker working under a loupe on a mechanical movement with a precision screwdriver

What we look for

We work on pieces whose provenance we can establish. If we can't verify it, we don't offer it.

Mechanical movement held on a workshop tray for inspection

Contemporary references

Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Omega. New or recent pieces, with box and papers.

Vintage and collectible

Pre-1990 pieces, with history research, component checks and an honest assessment of condition.

Allocation requests

Support with authorised dealers when the reference is only available through a waiting list.

Resale

Valuation, introduction and transaction handling if you want to part with a piece.

How a search runs

  1. The brief

    A conversation to pin down the exact reference, year, acceptable condition and ceiling budget. No ceiling, no mandate.

  2. The search

    We work the network: dealers, auction houses, collectors. You get a status update even when there's nothing to report.

  3. Verification

    Authentication, serial checks, service history, papers examined. Detailed photographs and a written report before you decide.

  4. Acquisition and handover

    Negotiation, purchase, insured transport. Handover in person in Switzerland or secure shipment, whichever you prefer.

Our fee

We charge a commission on the acquisition price, agreed before the search starts and never adjusted along the way. Nothing owed if we don't find it. We take no kickback from the seller: your interest is our only interest.

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