Listing Abbreviations
ISO (In Search Of)
Also known as: ISO, In Search Of
Actively hunting for a specific watch.
By Vadim Moda, Founder of Moda Clubs. Trading watches since 2017.
“ISO: Patek 5167A in excellent condition.”
Example listing
Why it matters
ISO (In Search Of) is interchangeable with WTB in most communities. The post signals an active buyer with specific requirements. In Moda's WTB/ISO group, ISO posts tend to be more specific about provenance and condition than generic WTB posts.
The Moda Watch: WTB/ISO Facebook group runs as a dedicated marketplace for ISO posts; sellers respond with what they can source. It's the fastest channel when you know exactly what you want.
Common questions
- What does ISO mean in watch listings?
- ISO stands for In Search Of. It signals that the poster is actively looking to buy a specific watch, equivalent to WTB (Want To Buy) in most communities.
- Where do collectors post ISO requests?
- Inside the Moda network, the Moda Watch: WTB/ISO Facebook group is dedicated to ISO posts and connects buyers with sellers who have matching inventory.
Related terms
- WTB / NTQ(WTB, Want To Buy)
Want To Buy / Need To Quote. Buyer is actively looking to purchase a specific watch and wants pricing.
- WTS (Want To Sell)(WTS, Want To Sell)
The seller is actively looking to sell a specific watch.
- WTT (Want To Trade)(WTT, Want To Trade)
Looking to swap watches rather than buy or sell outright.
About the author
Vadim ModaFounder of Moda Clubs
Has been trading luxury watches since 2017, before founding Moda Clubs in 2018. Moda Clubs operates 23 buy/sell communities across watches, cars, diamonds, and other luxury goods, with 600,000+ members, run out of Moda HQ in Sioux Falls, SD.