Lost Watch - What to Do and How to Increase Your Chances of Finding It

Lost Watch - A Small Item, Great Value

A wristwatch is one of those items that is easily lost yet often carries great value - both financial and sentimental. A family heirloom, luxury timepiece, or a simple but cherished gift - the loss is equally painful. Here is how to approach the situation systematically.

Immediately After Loss - The First Few Hours Are Key

The faster you react, the better the chances of recovery. Right away:

• Retrace the last hour or two - where you were, what you did, where you took off the watch (sink, gym, restaurant)
• Check changing rooms and bathrooms - watches are often left by the sink and forgotten
• Call places you visited - restaurant, cafe, gym, clinic. Staff often find watches and keep them
• Report the loss on Nadjime.ba immediately - the sooner the better

How to Describe a Lost Watch on Nadjime.ba

A detailed description is key. On Nadjime.ba include:

• Brand and model (Rolex, Casio, Seiko, Tissot, etc.)
• Color and material of case and strap (silver, gold, black PVD, leather, metal)
• Dial color and any pattern
• Engraving or inscription on the case or strap if present
• Serial number if you know it (often on the back of the case)
• Location and approximate time of loss

Do not reveal all the details in the ad - keep one characteristic detail to verify the genuine finder.

Special Case: Expensive or Antique Watch

If the watch is worth more than 500 BAM:

• Report the loss to the police immediately - a police report is needed for insurance
• Contact your insurer - many home insurance policies cover loss of jewelry and watches
• Notify local watch servicing shops and dealers - thieves often bring stolen watches in for service
• Monitor online selling platforms (Olx.ba, Njuskalo) searching for your model

Contact Watch Repairers and Dealers

The person who found the watch may have taken it for servicing or appraisal. Visit or call local watch repair shops and leave a description with your contact. The same applies to antique shops.

Preventive Measures for the Future

• Photograph the watch including the back with the serial number
• Keep the original receipt and certificate of authenticity
• Register an expensive watch with your insurance company
• Develop a habit - every time you take off the watch, put it in the same designated place

Nadjime.ba helps find small but valuable items like watches every day. A quick report and detailed description are your greatest allies.