“Named by Wrist Enthusiast as a go-to specialist and trusted destination for sourcing top-tier vintage Rolex timepieces in premium condition for under $10,000.”
“Los Angeles legend Ken Jacobs and Wanna Buy A Watch? featured in Unpolished Watches by Tony Traina as a top destination for rare vintage Sinn tool watches.”
OUR LATEST VINTAGE WATCHES ADDITIONS
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Cartier Ballon Bleu Stainless Steel Lady’s Petite circa 2000s (Copy)
$3,850.00 SKU: 71918-1-
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Omega SS Constellation ref 2852.6SC circa 1957
$3,850.00 SKU: 72828-
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Tudor Stainless Steel Mini-Sub ref 73090 circa 1989
$4,250.00 SKU: 72433-
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Omega SS Manual Wind ref 2317/9 circa 1944
$2,350.00 SKU: 72769-
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Rolex Submariner ref 14060 Tritium Dial & Tropical Insert circa 1996
$11,500.00 SKU: 71695-
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Omega Seamaster YGF Hooded Lugs ref# 14383 circa 1958
$2,650.00 SKU: 72819-
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Tudor Oyster Date Chronograph ref # 79180 “Big Block” circa 1992
$7,450.00 SKU: 72641-
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Rolex Explorer 1 ref 214270 39mm Mark II Dial circa 2016+
$8,650.00 SKU: 73061-
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Cartier Tank American Lady’s Stainless ref 3970 circa 2020
$3,850.00 SKU: 73071-
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Rolex Early Datejust SS/14K WG ref 6605 Roulette Wheel circa 1959
$10,500.00 SKU: 73079-
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Rolex Datejust “36” SS/18K WG ref # 116234 Silver Diamond Set Jubilee Dial circa 2010
$10,500.00 SKU: 72997-
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Cartier Tank Louis Man’s Sterling Must de Cartier ref 1616 circa 1990s
$3,250.00 SKU: 72761-
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Vacheron and Constantin 18K YG ref 6068 circa 1955
$7,450.00 SKU: 73049-
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Corum $20 U.S. Gold Coin Watch 18 Jewel Mechanical circa 1980’s
$7,450.00 SKU: 72388-
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Omega SS Constellation ref 167.005 circa 1959
$3,250.00 SKU: 72256-
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Rolex Day Date President ref# 18239 18K WG circa 1995
$24,500.00 SKU: 71680-
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Vacheron & Constantin 18K YG circa 1952
$12,500.00 SKU: 72088-
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IWC Schauffhausen Automatic 18K YG R814A circa 1970
$5,950.00 SKU: 72215-
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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak SS/18K YG 30mm ref 14470SA D Series 1980s
$16,950.00 SKU: 71643-
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Cartier Tank American 18K WG Lady’s ref 2489 circa 2000
$6,450.00 SKU: 73055-
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Rolex SS/18K YG Datejust ref 116233 circa 2009
$11,500.00 SKU: 73073-
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Rolex Day Date President ref 1803 18K WG circa 1972
$13,950.00 SKU: 72993-
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Rolex Early Oyster Perpetual Date ref 6530 Roulette circa 1955
$12,500.00 SKU: 72841-
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Piaget 18K WG “Mecanique” circa 2010+ Papers
$5,950.00 SKU: 72806-
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Cartier Lady’s Tank Francaise SS/18K ref 2384 circa 2018 w/ Card
$4,850.00 SKU: 73059-
THE BLOG: KEN’S MUSINGS, EVENTS, AND NEWS
Ken Jacobs has a passion for vintage watches, and it shows. Read the blog to learn what others are saying about Wanna Buy A Watch? and Ken’s outstanding collection of vintage watches.
Whether you are a very knowledgeable collector, or aspire to buy your first Vintage Cartier watch, or Vintage Rolex watch, or any pre-owned luxury watch, Ken is happy to assist you in buying a used watch, and his experienced and knowledgeable staff will educate you to help you select a vintage watch that is right for you.
“…One of the best dealers of vintage watches across the world”
— Luxury Magazine-THE ULTIMATE LUXURY GUIDE
Wanna Buy A Watch? specializes in the finest Swiss and American vintage watches. Swiss brands include Rolex, Cartier, Patek Philippe, Breitling, Vacheron & Constantin, Jaeger Lecoultre, Audemars Piguet, Movado, Omega, Eterna, Favre Leuba, Tissot, Longines, IWC, Tudor and many others. American brands include Waltham, Hamilton, Lord Elgin, Bulova, Benrus, Illinois, and Gruen. We have one of the largest inventories of vintage Rolex and Tudor collectible watches, including Rolex Daytona, Rolex Submariner, Rolex Explorer, Rolex Milgauss, Rolex Paul Newman, Tudor Submariner, Tudor Monte Carlo. We feature a vast selection of the most distinctive vintage watches fully restored and guaranteed to give you excellent service and piece of mind.
OUR Fashionable NEIGHBORHOOD
We have been located on Melrose Ave in West Hollywood’s very popular La Cienega and Melrose Ave design and fashion district for the last 17 years. We have the pleasure and luxury of being surrounded by countless distinguished purveyors of interior design, men’s and women’s fashion, as well as popular cafes and restaurants. When you come to see us, not only will you be able to see and try on our watches, but you will also be able to visit well known Melrose Ave destinations such as Fred Segal, Paul Smith, Theory, Vivienne Westwood, Urth Cafe others. And just a block away is ultra chic Melrose Place with many exclusive shops such as Chloe, The Row, and the must visit Alfred’s Coffee.
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SCHEDULE & APPOINTMENTS
Until further notice, we are open by appointment only, 3 days a week, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 11-5.
We are closed Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
To make an appointment please email info@WannaBuyAWatch.com or call the shop during business hours. Tel. 323 653-0467
8441 Melrose Ave,
West Hollywood, CA 90069
Tel. 323 653-0467









