Perhaps the most important tool for a watch collector is a good loupe. Whether one collects vintage or modern watches, a loupe is essential for magnifying important and subtle details that allow a collector to:

-Accurately assess the condition of a prospective watch

-Scrutinize dial, case, and movement details to detect counterfeit, modified, or incorrect parts

-Show friends and family the beauty of fine finishing details, helping to explain the things that make watches so great to collect

Attempting to purchase a vintage or pre-owned watch without one is basically begging for financial disaster.