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Is Breguet better than Rolex?

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Is Breguet better than Rolex?
No, Breguet isn’t better than Rolex. These two luxury watch brands are universally heralded for all the distinctive accessories they’ve brought to market. Breguet wristwatches and pocket watches are known for their high-quality craftsmanship and meticulous design, as well as an ease of use and portability, and they have remained quite popular throughout the years. Rolex is revered for its precision timekeeping, impeccable craftsmanship and unflagging pursuit of innovation. When shopping for a watch, you should think about what you’re looking for in this type of accessory. You may wish to consider the power reserve, materials, accuracy, craftsmanship, where it was manufactured and more. If it’s your first watch, you may wish to consider whether or not you’d prefer a pre-owned model. Buying a new, never-worn watch enables you to build a history with it that isn’t shared by anyone else, but the greatest advantage to buying a pre-owned watch is that it opens up a wider range of models to consider, including rare ones that have been discontinued. Shop a large selection of watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
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Cartier 1990 Montre Or Jaune Baignoire PM Yellow Gold Casque d Or Bracelet Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier watch circa 1990 Baignoire model in yellow gold, oval case (legendary), white dial with Roman numerals, quartz movement, blued steel hands, winding mechanism or crown decorat...
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1990s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Bulgari Montre Baignoire by Bvlgari Ovale Watch papers New in box
Located in PARIS, FR
Bulgari watch Oval model, 18 carat yellow gold case, white background, quartz movement, leather strap marked in pink lizard style, yellow gold buckle, delivered in its box (and outer...
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2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Tissot Montre Mecanique Acier 1990s Lady Manual Winding Steel Swiss Made Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Tissot women's watch, circa 1990, hand-wound, steel case, silver-colored dial with stick indexes, silver-plated, articulated link bracelet, folding clasp. Total length of the watch w...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Vintage 18ct Gold and Diamond Longines Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Portland, England
This exquisite Swiss Longines Ladies wristwatch is crafted in solid 18ct yellow gold and offers a timeless silhouette ideal for both daily wear and formal occasions. The case measure...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Cartier Santos de Cartier Octagon Two-Tone Stainless Steel Quartz Watch 187902
Located in Baltimore, MD
Cartier Santos de Cartier Octagon Two-Tone Stainless Steel Quartz Watch 187902 Metal:Stainless steel & 18k yellow gold Case: 32mm Size: Fits up to a 6.5 inch wrist clasped Movement: ...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rare Vintage Rotary Gold Plated Automatic Wristwatch
Located in Portland, England
A striking and rare 1970s Swiss-made Rotary wristwatch, featuring a 25-jewel automatic movement housed in a polished gold-plated case. This timepiece perfectly captures the refined m...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

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