1950's Rolex Oyster Speedking Precision in Red Leather Strap
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision stainless steel watch circa 1950. Manual wind movement caliber 10 1
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Precision Veriflat Vintage Champagne Dial 6512
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold Rolex Oyster Veriflat Precision vintage gentleman’s wristwatch, reference 6512
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Precision 6423 Arrowhead Dagger Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Rolex Model: Oysterdate Precision Reference number: 6423 Country Of Manufacture
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision 50s Ref 6424 Black Patina Dial Manual Wind 36mm.
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
include a 36mm oyster case and 20mm lug width (a larger size than the 6426 references at 34mm). It's on a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6098 Mens 1950s 36mm Automatic Bubble Back RA712
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6098 Precision big bubble back automatic watch, c.1953
Stainless Steel
$5,192Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6022 Mens 1950s Hand Wind Vintage Classic RA676B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex ref.6022 Oyster Precision hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, in excellent
Stainless Steel
$5,512Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6022 Mens 1950s Manual Hand Wind All Original RA676
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex ref.6022 Oyster Precision hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, all original
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Precision 6426
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
The Rolex Oyster Precision 6426 in all its’ glory! There are many examples of this model from Rolex
Rolex, Oyster Precision, Men, 1956
By Rolex
Located in Braintree, GB
Rolex - Oyster Precision - Men - 1956 Ref : 6422 Serial : 201368 Gender: Mens Model : Oyster
Rolex Vintage Oyster Speedking Precision Gold 6020
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 31mm vintage Oyster Speedking Precision by Rolex, crafted from 10k yellow gold. Featuring a black
Gold, 10k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Precision Veriflat Manual Wristwatch Ref 6512
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Precision Veriflat Vintage Gents Wristwatch, silvered dial with applied
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Royal Precision Model 6426 34mm Watch Circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Providence, RI
This is a vintage Rolex Oyster Royal Precision wristwatch, dating to the 1950s. It features a
Vintage Rolex Oyster Speed King Precision Steel Silver Dial Hand Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
-year Chronostore warranty. Details: Brand Rolex Department Women Style Classic Model Rolex Oyster
Rolex Oyster Veriflat Precision Vintage Gents Gold Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Veriflat Precision Vintage Gents Wristwatch, silver dial with applied
18k Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 8952 14k Solid Gold 35mm Manual Wind 1950s RA529
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sophisticated luxury, chic Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Precision Ref.8952 manual wind dress watch, c
Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1957 Rolex Reference 6423 Oyster Precision watch, 34 MM stainless steel Waterproof oyster
Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex 6410 Watch. Ladies ROLEX Oyster Precision Automatic Wristwatch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Ladies Automatic Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1953 25mm Rolex Automatic
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Date Wristwatch **Sat Sale**
By Rolex
Located in Van Nuys, CA
sharp 1953 Mens Rolex Oyster Date watch that comes with an original stainless steel band and body. The
Brass, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision 6411 Silver Ladies Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Addison, TX
The Rolex Oyster Precision is nearly identical to the time-only Oyster Perpetual. The biggest
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Date Precision Vintage Steel Mechanical Custom Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1951 Rolex Reference 6694 Oyster Date Precision Wrist Watch. 34 M.M. 3 piece Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Wristwatch Ref 6422 circa 1957
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex stainless steel Oyster Precision wristwatch, circa 1957, with manual-wind movement. Plain
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Index Bezel Watch from 1952
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster / Precision / 6223 Thunderbird Bezel METAL
Rolex Oyster Speedking Precision 6418 Goldplated Watch 50's 31mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Rolex Model: Oyster Speedking Precision Reference Number : 6418 Features : 17 Jewels
Gold Plate
Rolex Oyster Speedking 6418 Waffle Dial Gold Top 31mm Precision 50's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Rolex Model: Oyster Speedking Precision Reference Number : 6418 Features : Waffle Dial
Stainless Steel, Gold
Rolex Lady Oyster Precision 22mm 18k Solid Gold Manual Wind 1950s Swiss RA511
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare timeless vintage luxury, 18k solid gold Rolex Lady Oyster Precision manual wind, c.1957, in
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Watch Guilloche Grid Dial with 3-6-9 Numerals and Dagger
Stainless Steel
1952 Rolex Precision Model 6044 “Royal” Oyster
By Rolex
Located in Raleigh, NC
. Rolex launched the Super Oyster crown with quite a fanfare in 1950 and discontinued it rather less
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision Ref. 6022 Watch, 1951
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1951 Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision Ref. 6022 10k Yellow Gold watch with Original Silver Dial with
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Wristwatch circa 1954
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Oyster Precision wristwatch, Ref. 6423, serial number 275,XXX, circa 1954
Stainless Steel
1955 Rolex Oyster Precision Stainless Steel 6424 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
CONTACT US SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. ** SERVICE HISTORY * This watch has received a Rolex
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Precision 6480, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oyster Precision Reference #: 6480. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Stainless Steel Silver 34
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Oyster Precision Wristwatch circa 1958
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Lady's Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Oyster Precision Wristwatch circa 1958. 27mm diameter Oyster case with
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision Reference 6424 Stainless Steel Watch, 1958
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1958 Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision Ref. 6424 Stainless Steel watch with Black Dial with Applied
Rolex Oyster Air King “Super Precision” Ref 5504, circa 1959
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
applied silver indexes and tapered silver, lume filled hands. Dial signed Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air King
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Wristwatch Ref 6282 circa 1955
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision ref 6282 circa 1955 with beautiful condition original waffle dial
Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Precision Stainless Steel 6480
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Ref: COM2297 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Oyster Precision Model Ref: 6480 Age: Gender: Men
18 Kt Rainer Brand Triple Date Moonphase Chronograph Wrist Watch, Collectors
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Rainer Brand Triple Date Moonphase Chronograph Wrist Watch, Brand New In Box With all Warranty Papers, Rare Collectors Watch Case : 18 Kt Solid Gold, Diameter 39.5 mm Strap :...
18k Gold
$663Sale Price / item|55% Off
W 0.17 in D 0.16 in L 7.25 in
Gorgeous 7.53 Ct Emerald Classic Tennis Bracelet in 925 Silver Gift for Women
Located in New York, NY
This stunning bracelet features oval-cut emeralds in a beautiful vibrant green hue. With a total gemstone weight of approximately 7.53 Cts, the piece exudes natural elegance and uniq...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Cartier Mid Size Wrist Watch, 30 M.M. X 6 M.M thick 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, Cartier Inc. 17 jewel mechanical, Manual wind movement. Silver Satin Dial with raised Gol...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vendome Large Vermeil Must de Cartier Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier, Must De Cartier Vendome collection Wrist Watch, 30 MM Vermeil, ( Gold Plate on Sterling Silver ) 2 piece case. Quartz Movement, Sapphire Crown, Black dial with Si...
Vermeil
Rolex Vintage Yellow Gold Strap Model Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Rolex Wrist Watch, 33 M.M. 14K 2 piece case, 9 M.M. thick, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle lever movement, 2 tone Silver Satin Pie pan dial with raised Gold marke...
14k Gold
Rolex Steel Early Speedking with Original Dial from 1941 or 1942
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Speedking / Reference 3373 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 36mm X Diameter 30mm CIRCA / YEAR: 1941 / 1942...
Stainless Steel
$3,896
H 1.23 in Dm 1.03 in
1981 Ladies Stainless Steel Rolex Datejust 26mm Oyster Bracelet Watch Ref. 6718
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous unisex Rolex Datejust is from 1981 and reference 6718. The automatic self-winding movement runs smoothly and keeps accurate time. The watch remains in excellent overall...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Rare Blue "Vignette" Dial circa 1960 / 70
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960 / 70 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diamete...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Automatic Coral dial Ladies Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1978 Rolex Reference 6719 Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 M.M. 14k Yellow Gold 3 piece Oyster case with Fluted bezel, Oyster Perpetual Automatic, self winding movement, Custom finished ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Cellini 18K Gold 37mm 6623 On Leather Watch Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex Cellini 37mm in 18k gold case and ostrich leather strap. 1990 year with the original Cellini anniversary box and papers. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Cellini 18K Gold ...
18k Gold
Omega Choreograph Vintage 18k gold wrist watch cal.33.3 1950
By Omega
Located in Berlin, BE
Handaufzugs omega uhr in 18k gelbgold mit lederband und orginaler omega dornschließe cal.33,3 plexiglas uhr weisst leichte gebrauchspuren
18k Gold
Rolex Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual Very Rare Deepsea From 1954 / 55 Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6332 METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Shell CIRCA / YEAR: 1954 / 55 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diamet...
Gold
Vintage 9k ROLEX Watch. Rolex 9k YG 12324 Dress Watch 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Rolex Mens Watch 9k Yellow Gold Case ref.12324 Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1946 Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Gucci Leather band. 30mm round Case
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Watch. ROLEX Oyster Royal 3121 SS and 9k Bezel. 29mm
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Rolex Oyster Royal 3121 9k Yellow Gold Bezel and Stainless Steel Case. Manual Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1943 Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Leather band. 29mm round case ...
9k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster with Rare Original Dial from 1946
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster / Reference 4365 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1946 DIMENSIONS: Length 39mm X Diameter 34mm MOVEMENT...
Stainless Steel
Cartier 18K White Gold Captive 35mm Round Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your wrist with the exquisite Cartier 18K White Gold Captive 35mm Diamond Dial Ref 3120 Watch, a radiant fusion of opulence and precision. Crafted in lustrous 18K white gold,...
Diamond, White Gold
While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.
Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.
But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.
But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.
Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.
The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.
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Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
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The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
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This model was designed for lefties.
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These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.