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Who are the best watchmakers in the world?

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Who are the best watchmakers in the world?
Here is a look at some of the best watchmakers in the world, according to experts. A good starting point is the Big Three — a trio of luxury watchmakers acclaimed for their ability to make highly complicated, expertly crafted timepieces. They are: Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin. Other leading watchmakers include Rolex, Cartier, TAG Heuer, IWC, Omega, Panerai, Blancpain, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Breitling, Hublot, Piaget, A. Lange & Söhne, Chopard and Longines. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
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Poiray 2023 Montre Ma Premiere Mini Acier Stainless Steel New Strap Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Poiray Ma Première Mini watch in steel, quartz movement, gadrooned steel case back, nude patent leather strap (Summer 2023 collection) with steel pin buckle. Diameter 1.8 cm, total w...
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2010s French Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Hermes gold 1997 H HEURE MEDIUM 30MM Watch Gold Epsom
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Heure H watch (Medium model, 30 mm) is crafted in yellow gold–plated steel with a cream sunburst dial. It features a sleek square case (lug-to-lug 30 mm, w...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

TAG HEUER WJF211C Link Caliber 6 Date Automatic Men's Brown Wristwatches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Item specifics Condition Pre-owned - Good: This item has been gently used but is in good condition. Reference Number WJF211C Brand TAG HEUER Department Men Type Wristwatch Model Lin...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage IWC 18k Gold Diamond & Onyx Cushion Case Automatic Watch 36mm - 3278
By IWC
Located in Orlando, FL
Vintage IWC 18k Yellow Gold Watch with Onyx Inlay & Diamond Bezel – 36mm A striking and uncommon design from International Watch Co. (IWC), this vintage men’s dress watch features a...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinum 3.50Ct Diamond Watch VS-F 18-Jewel Manual Wind
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
This exquisite Art Deco watch features a total of 3.50 carats of pavé-set, European-cut diamonds of VS clarity and F-G color, meticulously set across the bracelet and case. Crafted i...
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Antique 19th Century English Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Marina J. Emerald Encrusted Vintage Watch with Woven Pearls and 14k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous reworking of antique jewelry by Marina J. This One of A Kind piece features a Vintage solid 14k White Gold working Bulova watch, stamped 14k on its back. The manual dial wat...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Pearl, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

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