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UK High Street Shop - 73 Years

We have been in our High Street shop for over 73 years and we welcome you to come and visit us. Our shop was established by the Coles family 1943 who still oversee the business on a daily basis.

All Watches Guaranteed 100% Genuine

Every single watch we sell comes with a lifetime authenticity guarantee so you can rest assured that the watch you have is 100% genuine.

Over 1,950 5 Star Reviews

We have over 1,950 genuine 5 star reviews from real human beings - most of them verified clients. We use a 3rd party review company that carefully ensure the integrity of reviews.

100% Secure Transaction

Your payments are 100% guaranteed safe by SagePay, PayPal and Barclays.

Why Buy From Us

We have been in Blackburn's town center since 1943 and have just completed our third expansion, this time into next door. Its nice to know that if you want a face to face discussion we are open 9-5 monday to saturday. If you want to see us on google maps click here

Lifetime Authenticity

Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee on all watches

We only sell 100% genuine watches and we only buy unworn watches directly from authorised dealers to ensure their full provenance. This means that any and every watch you buy from us has a lifetime authenticity guarantee.

Price Match

Let us try and match a lower price

We check our prices to make sure we are the cheapest in the UK but sometimes we miss something. So if you find a watch we are selling cheaper elsewhere in the UK we will do our best to match it. We can’t always do this but we will try.

Easy Returns

Return within 14, no quibbles

All our instock watches come with a 14 day no quibbles money back gaurantee and whats more, we handle the returns process, even collecting the items from your home or office! All we ask is that the item is received back to us in the same condition you receive it.

We are a Family

Family store since 1943

Ancient & Modern the company behind the Iconic Watches brand has been a family company since its inception 74 years ago. Zachary and Gayle are still actively in control of the company and spend most days in the high street shop.

Excellent Customer Service

We believe that satisfying the client's expectations is the most important part of our business. Our personal service is well known and praised throughout the luxury industry as we do believe in a customer for life. If there is anything we can help with, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Secure Risk Free Payment Options

We take payments for watches in a way that guarantees the satisfaction of our clients. When you pay with credit card or paypal you have protection from your credit card company and PayPal that if something goes wrong and we refuse to help (which we never would of course) then the card company or PayPal will give you your money back and take it from us.

It is also worth noting that the fact we have accounts and card services with these organisations that we play by the rules. If we didn’t and they got complains about us they wouldn’t keep us as customers.

1,200 5 Star Reviews

We take great pride in providing the very best customer service possible. Over the past few years, we've received over 1,800 reviews on TrustPilot with an average score of 9.8/10.

NAG Member

We are a member of the National Association of Goldsmiths and have been for many years. If they had received complaints about us our membership would be revoked.

Manufacturers Warranty

All our unworn watches come with the majority of their manufactures warranty. This means if you have a problem with a watch you got from us the same people that made it will put it back so it is perfect.

Bell & Ross

BR03-92 Automatic 42mm

BR03-92 Phantom

Regular Price: £2,335.00

Special Price: £2,270.00

Bell & Ross

BR03-92 Automatic 42mm

Bell & Ross Aviation BR03-92 Phantom Ceramic 42mm in a black ceramic case on a black rubber strap. This watch features a black dial and automatic movement. This watch comes with the Manufacturer's International Warranty until 05/04/2019. * Condition: 10/10 * Paperwork: Bell & Ross original papers dated 05/04/2017 * Scratches: None * Bracelet size: 20
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Cartier

Tank Francaise

W51004Q4

Regular Price: £3,550.00

Special Price: £3,250.00

Cartier

Tank Francaise

Mint Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph W51004Q4 in a 28mm stainless steel case, with a stainless steel and 18ct yellow gold strap and a silver dial. This watch comes with our 2 Years International Warranty. * Condition:10/10 * Paperwork: Cartier original papers dated 02/10/1998 * Scratches: None * Bracelet size: 20
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Panerai

Luminor Marina

PAM00026

Regular Price: £6,860.00

Special Price: £6,500.00

Panerai

Luminor Marina

Pre-owned gents steel Panerai Luminor Marina PAM00026 in a 44.00mm Black PVD coated Stainless Steel case, with a black dial on a black leather strap. Left Handed. This watch comes with Our 2 Years International Warranty. * Condition: 9/10 * Paperwork: Panerai original papers dated 26/06/2009 * Scratches: None * Box: Original inner and outer box in perfect condition

Breitling

Cockpit Chrono

A1335812

Regular Price: £2,640.00

Special Price: £2,550.00

Breitling

Cockpit Chrono

Pre-Owned Breitling Cockpit Chrono A1335812/Q520 in a 39.00mm Stainless Steel case, with a Blue Leather Strap and an additional Brown Leather Strap. This watch features a Brown dial and an Automatic movement. This watch comes with Our 2 Years International Warranty
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Breitling

Navitimer

A3303011U

Regular Price: £3,555.00

Special Price: £3,250.00

Breitling

Navitimer

Breitling Navitimer A3303011U with a 37.00mm Stainless Steel case and a Leather strap. This watch features an Automatic movement and a Black and White dial. This watch comes with Our 2 Years International Warranty. * Condition: 10/10 * Paperwork: Breitling original papers * Scratches: None * Bracelet size:Full size, 18cm * Box: Original box in perfect condition * Refurbished:In-depth clean and very gentle polish
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