Holland Watch Group Reviews 162

TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Il migliore negozio on-line (garantito e sicuro) di Swatch e loro accessori, ho trovato un cinturino dopo tantissimo tempo e che neanche la Compagnia Swatch Italiana era riuscita a trovare!!! Gra... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The product, delivery and updates were as promised. Wendy was very responsive when the order wasn't visible in their systems and informed me when it was processed and shipped. I will order again or re... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I never knew swatch made some fantastic automatic watches with ETA movements around 90s until I accidentally found one in ebay. Upon searching Internet found squiggly has a huge collection of all swat... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very disappointed with the customer service I have received after receiving a faulty watch. I purchased a watch for my grandsons Christmas present for Christmas. When it arrived it was not working. I... See more

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  1. Watch Store

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Mastersintime.com is specialised in the online sales of watches. Advice on a watch, checking out multiple watches, pick up order, or get a new strap for your watch, it is all possible at Mastersintime.com!


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Returning an item is a Nightmare

If you think you might have to return a product for any reason DONT purchase from this company. Unfortunately they dont seem to have no proper returns service for UK customers even when they trade under whatch.co.uk. I have been waiting for a refund for over 3 weeks now with no sign of receiving my £100 refund on my watch strap

January 23, 2023
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

100 euro stainless steel bracelet incomplete

I ordered a replacement stainless steel bracelet for a Tissot watch. It came with only 1 little rod instead of 2. Futhermore the rod was too narrow to attach the bracelet into the watch. Luckily I kept the ones from the old bracelet. When we pay almost a 100 euros for a bracelet, we expect it to come with all the right bits. I ordered this from their online store "Masters in Time". Would NOT recommend.

November 2, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very poor

Very poor! Sent me a faulty product. Initial service was good and was issued with a replacement promptly. However, this turned out to have the same fault. HWG now refusing to offer a refund or even acknowledge my emails

May 11, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely brilliant customer service

Absolutely brilliant customer service

I couldn't be happier with my experience here. The staff were wonderful, they went out of their way to ensure I got the watch I wanted, and were very helpful when the shipping was so long. I've already been back for another watch and will buy all my watches from them from now on.

April 1, 2022
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Reply from Holland Watch Group

Thank you so much for your amazing review. We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with our team. It’s great to know that our staff could help you find the perfect watch and support you throughout the process, even with the longer shipping time. Your loyalty and kind words mean a lot to us, and it’s truly a pleasure to have you as one of our returning customers. We look forward to helping you find your next favorite timepiece.

Best regards,
Team Holland Watch Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant customer service and a good purchase.

Very pleased with customer service and my purchase. I found on HWG site available strap to replace my broken strap, but I wasn't sure if that will fit mine. I knew my watch model but wanted to know for 100% that strap length will fit my wrist, and customer service was brilliant. Chiara and Paula helped me to make sure that my purchase will be correct and explained me shipping costs to UK as I was not sure if there were an additional tax after Brexit. My experience is very good! Thank you.

October 5, 2021
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Reply from Holland Watch Group

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience. We’re so happy to hear that you’re pleased with both your new strap and the service you received. It’s fantastic that Chiara and Paula were able to guide you through every detail and make sure everything was just right for you, from the fit to the shipping information. We know how important it is to feel confident about a purchase, especially with international orders, and it’s great to know you felt well taken care of. Enjoy your watch, and thank you again for your trust and kind words.

Best regards,
Team Holland Watch Group

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Total Lack of Customer Service !!

I purchased a watch strap from WATCH.CO.UK that is part of this group. They are based in the Netherlands and NOT the UK which I only found out when I needed to return a faulty strap !! They advised me to return the strap by Royal Mail and if I provided them with a copy of the receipt then they would refund the £3.25 return postage fee. It has been three weeks and I have not received a refund of the return postage or for the faulty watch strap !! They no longer reply to any of my emails !! I am currently £29.25 out of pocket and trying to get my money back through PayPal !! The worst Customer Service ever !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

May 26, 2021
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid and save yourself the hassle review

I posted the below review under Watch.co.uk which is part of this group. Thought I would post it here also so people can be warned.

I ordered a watch strap from this company (Watch.co.uk). It was delivered the next day but unfortunately they sent me the wrong strap which did not fit my watch. The strap cost £135 for a Hamilton Ventura Elvis80 watch. It has an unusual way of fitting so any old strap will not do. The strap I asked for was black silicone rubber and the one they sent me was brown leather which would not even fit my watch. When I called to find out if I could get the correct strap they just told me that mistakes happen and they could not tell me if they could get the correct strap. I sent them pictures of what they sent me and what I actually wanted but this did not seem to help. For the price I paid I expect better service than this but they just don't seem to be bothered. I am now seeking a refund from this company. In hindsight I should have read some of the online reviews of this company (Watch.co.uk) as they seem to send out incorrect items quite regularly. I will not be using them again as it is just not worth the hassle. The customer service is truly awful as they just don't seem to care when they get things wrong. Please avoid!!!

October 16, 2020
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

None delivery and no refund!

Ordered a swatch strap and pin tool. Followed the on line tracking which showed the strap had gone all over the place, sent out on the wrong delivery schedule etc.
Unsurprisingly I never received it! Formally notified Squiggly and they seem unable or unwilling to either refund the cost or send a new strap out, leaving me out of pocket.

Others should beware and avoid this company -clearly not reliable or trustworthy, based upon my experience.

March 31, 2020
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Squiggly is terrible i ordered a watch…

Squiggly is terrible i ordered a watch band two weeks ago and im still waiting. I emailed them and they said to give it an additional 20 business days before they will replace or refund my money. They are terrible i made a huge mistake ordering from them. Its 2018 NOTHING should take that long to ship!!!!! I will never buy anything from them again!!!

November 30, 2018
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I never knew swatch made some fantastic…

I never knew swatch made some fantastic automatic watches with ETA movements around 90s until I accidentally found one in ebay. Upon searching Internet found squiggly has a huge collection of all swatch watch models. I quickly ordered one and my first swatch automatic watch arrived in perfect condition within ten days to Canada . Squiggly should be your one stop shop for swatch watches

August 19, 2018
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Fast services and good product

Fast services, good product. I bought a strap for a Casio Irony Retrograde and was fit perfect. Only problem was that I choose cheaper shipping at 3 pounds but at checkout they put the higher price for shipping, like 7 pounds eve that I didn't choose that.

June 16, 2018
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered a swath from squiggly it had 2…

Ordered a swath from squiggly it had 2 year warranty represented as NOS. This watch was obviously worn crystal fuzzy and scratched with other obvious wear marks. I complained with no response from company buyer beware.

April 27, 2018
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The only place in the world I would buy a Swatch from. Period!

I have purchased a replacement vintage 1991 Chrono Swatch. I have also purchased a new band and recently ordered a 2011 automatic Chrono. Their website is chock-full of well-organized photographs and information. It is a model website serving a model organization. I only wish they sold vintage and current Omega wrist watches as well. But I digress. They're shipping is first-rate in terms of options, pricing and the manner in which items are prepared for travel. I love squiggly.com and I'm a very picky person, and when I find a company like this I look no further - yes, I actually feel a sense of loyalty, ridiculous in this day and age of "right now, right here and if not to hell with you." No wonder the Dutch once ruled the world! It seems they simply focus on the customer and watch the business take care of itself as a result. That's how I succeed in my business and I rarely see it in others so when I do I feel compelled to write about it.

March 25, 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic watches,fantastic company.

As a lapsed swatch collector I wanted a way back in,it's hard to find swatches on the high street now so looked online,they have to have the biggest and best range in the world,watch was delivered in good time,beautifuly wrapped,so pleased with everything that I have already ordered another one with hopefully many more to come.

January 1, 2016
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Reply from Holland Watch Group

Thank you so much for this wonderful review. We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that you’ve rediscovered your love for Swatch through us. It’s fantastic to know that you’re happy with the range, the packaging, and the delivery; and even more exciting that you’ve already placed another order! Your enthusiasm truly makes our day. We hope each new addition to your collection brings you just as much joy as this one.

Best regards,
Team Holland Watch Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quality and service

The biggest question going in was if the swatch watches they were selling were brand new, especially the lines from the 1980's and 90's. They are true to their word. My vintage 1991 swatch came new in mint condition in the exact specified delivery time. I will order from Squiggly again and again.

December 1, 2015
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Reply from Holland Watch Group

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that your vintage 1991 Swatch arrived in perfect mint condition and exactly as promised. It’s always something special when a timepiece from the past finds a new wrist, and we’re so glad you trusted us with that experience. Knowing that you plan to return means the world to us, and we can’t wait to help you find your next treasured Swatch.

Best regards,
Team Holland Watch Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

World wide search is over.

I placed a request on Squiggly for a particular watch about 5 or 8 years ago. I have looked into every swatch shop on my various holidays on 2 continents with no success. Out of the blue, Squiggly emailed to say they now had one. I ordered it & the watch arrived within 3 days. Absolutely fantastic. I am so delighted to have this watch again after so many years. Would recommend this company to everyone.

November 25, 2015
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Reply from Holland Watch Group

Thank you so much for sharing this amazing story. We’re genuinely thrilled that after so many years of searching, you finally found your watch with us. It must have been such a wonderful moment to see it arrive after all that time and we’re delighted that everything went so smoothly with the order and delivery. It’s an honor to have helped reunite you with a piece that holds such meaning, and your recommendation truly means the world to us. Enjoy your watch, and thank you again for your trust.

Best regards,
Team Holland Watch Group

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

cool site

this website is awesome. great job, easy going, not so cheap but cool overall.

August 17, 2015
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Reply from Holland Watch Group

Thank you for your positive review! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed our website and found it easy to use. We always aim to offer original products and reliable service, which sometimes affects pricing, but we truly appreciate your understanding and feedback.

Best regards,
Team Holland Watch Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Watch band - brilliant

Straightforward website, clear photographs, no difficulty ordering and package arrived well wrapped in timescale, brilliant. Thank you

June 3, 2015
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Reply from Holland Watch Group

Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re happy to hear that you found our website easy to use and that your order arrived on time and well packaged. It’s great to know that you’re satisfied with your experience. Thank you for choosing us.

Best regards,
Team Holland Watch Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superb!

Excellent service with swift and secure delivery of my new watch band for my Swatch. I was very impressed with their extensive range of Swatch products and able to purchase a band for my Swatch which dated from 2007. Their site was easy to navigate as well as providing good information.
The delivery was super fast too, so a big thank you to the people at Squiggly.

February 14, 2015
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Reply from Holland Watch Group

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you found the perfect band for your 2007 Swatch and that you were impressed with our range and website. It’s great to know that the delivery was quick and that you’re happy with our service. Your kind words mean a lot to us. Thank you for choosing Squiggly!

Best regards,
Team Holland Watch Group

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