On Craigslist - Buying Apple Watch

This is the most important step. Ask the seller directly: "Is the watch unpaired from your phone and removed from your iCloud account?" If it isn't, you won't be able to use it.

Ask the seller to go to Settings > Battery > Battery Health and send a screenshot of the Maximum Capacity. Anything below 80% will likely need a battery replacement soon. 2. The Inspection (During the Meetup) buying apple watch on craigslist

Look for deep scratches on the glass (which can affect water resistance) and check the "Digital Crown" (the side dial) to ensure it rotates smoothly and clicks. This is the most important step