Zenith Chronograph 18ct Cal 156.17
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in London, GB
This Zenith Chronograph Calibre 156.17 from 1956 is available now. What can we say about this
Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches
18k Gold
Zenith Chronograph 18ct Cal 156.17
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in London, GB
This Zenith Chronograph Calibre 156.17 from 1956 is available now. What can we say about this
18k Gold
Girard Perregaux Stainless Steel Chronograph from 1950's
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Girard Perregaux Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Reference 22209
Girard Perregaux Stainless Steel Chronograph from 1950's
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Girard Perregaux Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Reference 22209
$6,300
W 1.38 in Dm 1.42 in L 1.78 in
Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Doctors Pulsation Chronograph Manual Watch
By Universal Genève
Located in Long Beach, CA
chronograph watch in the early teens. They focused on sports and professional watches and chronographs for
Stainless Steel
Heuer Stainless Steel Waterproof Three Register Chronograph Manual Watch
By Heuer
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Heuer Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Three Register Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL
Stainless Steel
Vintage 14k Yellow & White Gold LeCoultre Automatic Chronograph Watch 30mm
Located in Providence, RI
This vintage LeCoultre automatic chronograph showcases timeless elegance in a compact 30mm case
Heuer Chronograph c.1950 – Valjoux 72, “Big Eyes”, Steel, 38 mm
By Heuer
Located in Berlin, BE
Early Heuer chronograph from around 1950, powered by the legendary Valjoux 72 manual-wind movement
Steel
Wittnauer 3 Register Chronograph Stainless Steel Racing Wristwatch, Circa 1950
By Wittnauer
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Stunning and rare circa 1960 Wittnauer 3 register chronograph gentleman's wristwatch in very good
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Pre Daytona Oyster Chronograph 6234 Watch 36mm Manual Wind
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
in fair condition. A vintage Rolex Oster bracelet was later added to the case. The chronograph
Stainless Steel
Chronographe Suisse Chronograph Incabloc
Located in London, GB
that the watch remained waterproof despite many of the time if a chronograph not being waterproof. At
Steel
Wittnauer Stainless Steel High Grade Chronograph with Original Dial, 1950's
By Wittnauer
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Wittnauer Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Two Register Chronograph METAL
Breitling Steel Round Button Chronograph with Original Dial, circa 1950s
By Breitling
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Breitling Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / "Waterproof" Style
Stainless Steel
Forsythe Steel Chronograph with Original Unrestored Dial circa 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Forsythe Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Steel
Steel
Breitling Cadette Vintage Chronograph Venus 175 Gold Plated 1950s
By Breitling
Located in London, GB
Breitling Cadette Vintage Chronograph Venus 175 Gold Plated 1950s If vintage chronographs are
Gold Plate
Wittnauer Stainless Steel Art Deco Style Register Chronograph, Circa 1940's-50's
By Wittnauer
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Wittnauer Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Two Register METAL
Tissot Vintage “Sunburst” Chronograph - Men - 1950-1959
By Tissot
Located in Yeşilköy, TR
Brand:Tissot Model:Vintage “Sunburst” Chronograph Gender:Men Period:1950-1959 Movement:Mechanical
Steel
Breitling Silver Military Dial 1013 Chronograph Watch
By Breitling
Located in Downey, CA
GREAT ANTIQUE "MILITARY DIAL" BREITLING WRIST CHRONOGRAPH FOR MEN, BLACK DIAL, CIRCA 1950: DIAL
Vintage Wittnauer 2-Register Chronograph Watch, 1950s
By Wittnauer
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950's Vintage Wittnauer 2 Register Chronograph with Original Silver Dial with Black Arabic Numbers
Vintage Olympic Chronograph Stainless Steel Watch, 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950's Vintage Olympic 2 Resister Chronograph Stainless Steel watch with Original Silver Dial with
Stainless Steel Universal Geneve Compax Chronograph, Circa 1950's
By Universal Genève
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Universal Geneve Compax chronograph Ref. # 22270; made in stainless steel. The watch measures
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
W 1.46 in L 1.74 in
Gallet stainless steel Excelsior Park Chronograph Manual wristwatch, circa 1950
By Gallet
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Oversize vintage Gallet 2 registers manual wind chronograph circa 1950. Featuring a 37 x 44
Stainless Steel
Universal Geneva Yellow Gold Compax Chronograph manual Wristwatch, circa 1950
By Universal
Located in London, GB
A gents Compax Chronograph wristwatch, by Universal Geneve. This watch is manual winding and has a
Eberhard Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch
By Eberhard & Co.
Located in Verona, IT
Eberhard stainless steel chronograph wristwatch, circa 1950s. Original two-tone dial with
Stainless Steel
Rare Movado 2 Register Chronograph in Stainless Steel, 1950s
By Movado
Located in Berlin, DE
watch is in very nice original condition, but has two small scratches on the dial and a small bump on a
Stainless Steel
Vintage Heuer Midsize 2-Register Chronograph in Stainless Steel, 1950s
By Heuer
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950's Vintage RARE Heuer Mid-Size 2 Register Chronograph Stainless Steel watch with Black Dial
Longines Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1955
By Longines
Located in Munich, Bavaria
-wind, chronograph Dial Original dial and hands Bracelet Crocodile strap, buckle circa 1955
Rodania Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1950s
Located in Toronto, ON
Rodania stainless steel chronograph wristwatch, 17 jewels, Valjoux calibre 230 manual-wind movement
Stainless Steel
Universal Genève 12445 Uni-Compax Chronograph Manual Vintage 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami, FL
Universal Geneve 12445 Uni-compax Chronograph Manual Vintage 18K Rose Gold 35mm
Wittnauer Stainless Steel Vintage Chronograph manual Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Wittnauer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Great looking vintage Wittnauer 3 registers manual wind chronograph with very pleasing original
Stainless Steel
Vintage Breitling Cadette Oversized Chronograph 18 Karat Rose Gold, 1955
By Breitling
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1955 Vintage Breitling Cadette Ref. 1185 Large 2 Register Chronograph 18k Rose Gold watch with
Rolex Yellow Gold Triple-Calendar Chronograph Dato-Compax Wristwatch Ref 6036
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Reference: 6036 Model: "Jean Claude Killy" Triple-Calendar Chronograph Dato-Compax
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 1463 circa 1955
By Patek Philippe
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Patek Philippe Ref. 1463 Case 18k yellow gold, screw back, acrylic glass, 35mm Movement 13''', manual wind Dial Original dial and hands Bracelet Original croco leath...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950's Early Chronograph Rolex Watch w/ Blue Telemeter Ring
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A Stainless Steel Chronograph Watch Ref # 4500 by Rolex - blue telemeter ring, circa 1950, early
Stainless Steel
Zenith Chronograph 143-6 Caliber 18ct
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in London, GB
naturally over time. This watch is from the 1950's and is a flat pusher chronograph using a 143-6 Caliber
18k Gold
Vintage Breitling Chronomat Chronograph Yellow Gold Watch
By Breitling
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold Chronomat chronograph vintage wristwatch by Breitling. Details: Case Size: Height
18k Gold
Gold Chronograph with Register & Tachometer, Eberhard, 1950 ca
By Eberhard & Co.
Located in Firenze, IT
A LARGE GOLD CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTER AND TACHOMETER, EBERHARD & CO., CIRCA 1950 18k
18k Gold
Breitling Navitimer 1st Series Chronograph Vintage Watch
By Breitling
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Breitling Navitimer 1st series is more than just a watch; it's a functional instrument adorned with
Stainless Steel
Panerai Luminor 1950 8 Day 18k Rose Gold Men's Chronograph Men's Watch PAM 277 (
By Panerai
Located in Dallas, TX
Panerai Luminor 1950 8 Day 18k Rose Gold Men's Chronograph Men's Watch PAM 277 (PAM00277
Vintage Titus 18k Gold Chronograph – 1950s Classic Watch
By Titus
Located in London, GB
Vintage Titus 18k Gold Chronograph – 1950s Classic This vintage Titus chronograph from the 1950s
Jerry Lewis Owned and Worn Lemania 1950s Gold Chronograph Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Lemania Wrist Watch, owned and Worn by Hollywood Icon Jerry Lewis, Lewis watch a Watch
18k Gold
Sekonda Strela 3017 Chronograph
Located in London, GB
Watch: Sekonda Strela 3017 Chronograph Price: £850 Stock Number: CHW5294 This Sekonda Strela 3017
Steel
Officine Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 3 Days Flyback Chronograph PAM00615
By Panerai
Located in Southampton, PA
This Officine Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 3 Days Flyback Chronograph Watch, reference number
Titanium
Danicar Rose Gold Antimagnetic Chronograph Wristwatch
Located in Firenze, IT
, case n. 10, circa 1950 17-jewel antimagnetic manual wind movement, column wheel chronograph, silvered
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Breitling Stainless Steel Cadette Chronograph Wristwatch
By Breitling
Located in Firenze, IT
Ref. 1188. Made in the 1950s. Fine, stainless steel wristwatch with square button chronograph
Stainless Steel
Zenith Rose Gold Vintage Chronograph Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Zenith
Located in Firenze, IT
Zenith Rose Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Case n. 915188. Made in the 1950’s. Fine, 18Kt rose gold
Rose Gold
ROLEX Late 1950s Ref. 6238 Chronograph
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Rolex Ref. 6238 Chronograph, steel, Oyster Bracelet, Manual wind Nickel Lever movement.Original
Stainless Steel
Jaeger Rose Gold Stainless Steel Chronograph Mechanical Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: COM599 Model: 925630 Serial: 224** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 1950 Case Diameter
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Longines Rose Gold Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Longines
Located in Firenze, IT
Longines 18k rose gold chronograph wristwatch, circa 1950s. Signed Longines, no. 5967 46 7
Rose Gold
Vintage Late 1950s Movado Chronograph 9036 18K Yellow Gold – Manual Wind
By Movado
Located in New York, NY
A refined and collectible late 1950s Movado Chronograph 9036, housed in a 36.5mm 18K yellow gold
18k Gold
LONGINES. A gentleman's pink gold chronograph wristwatch
By Longines
Located in Firenze, IT
Signed Longines, Ref.5967 46, Movement NO.12229737, Manufactured In 1960ca Cal. 30CH mechanical movement,the nickel plated movement jewelled to the centre with gold alloy balance, t...
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 4500 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Charming early Rolex chronograph with a two register dial and blue telemeter ring. Stylized hands
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 1.86 in W 1.58 in
1959 Breitling Navitimer Vintage Aviator's AOPA Chronograph - Stainless Steel
By Breitling
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1959 BREITLING NAVITIMER Vintage Aviator's AOPA Chronograph Watch - Stainless Steel Superior Original
Stainless Steel
Rolex Rose Gold Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 9162 circa 1955
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
Rolex 18k rose gold chronograph wristwatch, Ref. 9162, Case No. 130792, circa 1955, 30 minute and
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Patek Philippe & Co. Rose gold Chronograph Vintage Manual Wristwatch Ref 1579
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Patek Philippe & Co. Chronograph Men's Watch Ref 1579 - Manual winding. Rose gold ( 36
Rose Gold
1950s Universal Rose Gold Silver Dial Tri-Compax Calendar Chronograph 12284
By Universal
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Rose Gold Tri-Compax Calendar Chronograph Gents Wristwatch, silver dial with applied arabic
Rose Gold
Universal Vintage Rose Gold Silver Dial Tri-Compax Calendar Chronograph 12284
By Universal
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Rose Gold Tri-Compax Calendar Chronograph Gents Wristwatch, silver dial with applied arabic
Rose Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Chronograph Wristwatch with Black Dial Ref 4062 circa 1951
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
Rolex 18k rose gold chronograph wristwatch with black dial, Ref. 4062, Case Number 845132, circa
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Le Coultre Chronograph Stainless Steel Wrist Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Le Coultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: MId Century Stainless Steel Screw
Stainless Steel
Abercrombie & Fitch Stainless Steel Sports Chronograph Manual Wind Watch
By Abercrombie & Fitch
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1950's DIMENSIONS: 44mm X 35mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Heuer for Abercrombie & Fitch Stainless Steel Triple Register Chronograph Watch
By Heuer
Located in Long Beach, CA
Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 45mm X 36mm CIRCA: 1940/50's MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Stainless Steel
Zenith Rose Gold Vintage Chronograph Wristwatch
By Zenith
Located in Firenze, IT
Case n. 915188. Made in the 1950’s. Fine, 18Kt rose gold wristwatch with square button
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Breitling 777 Chronograph Men's Wristwatch
By Breitling
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Breitling Vintage Men's Premier 777 Chronograph Wrist Watch in 18 karat Rose Gold. Manufactured
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wakmann Stainless Steel Two Register Chronograph Manual Wristwatch
Located in Long Beach, CA
, 19mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement. This sport style chronograph wrist watch
Vintage 1950s Chronograph Suisse 37MM 18KT Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
A handsome and mechanically robust vintage chronograph from the 1950s, this Chronograph Suisse
18k Gold
Heuer Stainless Steel Aviator's Chronograph Wristwatch, circa 1950s
By Heuer
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare and beautiful Heuer stainless steel aviator's chronograph wristwatch, circa 1950s. Valjoux 23
Stainless Steel
1950s Universal Geneve Gold Chronograph Uni-Compax Manual Wristwatch
By Universal Genève
Located in Greenwich, CT
Universal Geneve Uni-Compax wrist watch is as real as it gets. With a clean crisp brushed silvered dial and
18k Gold
Men's Breitling 18 Karat Gold Cadette Chronograph 1188 Hand-Wind, Swiss LV709
By Breitling
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
,Statement,Urban,Vintage Watch Shape : Tonneau/Barrel Year of Manufacture : 1950-1959
Record Stainless Steel Sport Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1950s
By Record Watch Co
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Record stainless steel Sport chronograph wristwatch, circa 1950s
Stainless Steel
Heuer Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch
By Heuer
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a rare Heuer chronograph from the 1950's with a beautiful original dial and over-sized case
Stainless Steel
Longines Two Register Chronograph
By Longines
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Longines 1950's two register chronograph watch in stainless steel with original dial with a 30's CH
Lemania NOS Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful Lemania chronograph in excellent condition with hang tag.
Stainless Steel
Wittnauer Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch
By Wittnauer
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Wittnauer Stainless Steel Chronograph wristwatch from the 1950's with a manual wind movement, an
Stainless Steel
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
$2,030Sale Price|30% Off
W 1.25 in Dm 2.4 in
Must de Cartier Marques et Model Déposés 21 Quartz Watch W10050F4
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Must 21 W10050F4 Watch SSYG Silver/Gold Quartz Ladies Ivory Dial A Refined Synthesis of Elegance and PrecisionAdd a touch of classic luxury to your wrist with this Must de C...
Quartz, Gold, Silver, Stainless Steel
$26,000Sale Price|20% Off
IWC Portugleser Perpetaul Calendar Men's watch
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
-IWC PORTUGIESER PERPETUAL CALENDAR MEN'S WATCH new condition worn once shop with confidence Swiss Made - Slate Grey Dial - Day/Date/Month/Year Feature - Perpetual Calendar - Moo...
18k Gold
Girard Perregaux 18Kt. Yellow Gold Campaign Style from W. W. 1
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Girard Perregaux Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Campaign Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Diameter 3...
18 Kt Collectors Rolex President Wood Dial, Ref 18038 from 1978
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Collectors Rolex President Wood Dial, Ref 18038 Gender: Mens Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatches Reference: 18038 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Casual M...
18k Gold
Rolex Steel Daytona Oyster Cosmograph Silver Dial Big Red Manual Watch, 1985
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 6263 Year: 1985 Serial number: 88xxxxx Reference: OT1587 Case: Show sign of wear with slight polish from previous; inner case back stamped C.R.S. Dial: ...
Steel, 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
Movado 14Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Oversized Watch from 1920's with Original Dial
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Movado Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Oversized Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 50mm X Diameter 4...
Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch in Stock
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch in Stock This is a super cool Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch. The watch is vintage but still very modern and classy. The case size...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex 9Ct. Prince in Nearly New Condition Silver Enamel Dial from 1935 or 36
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Prince Model METAL / MATERIAL: 9KT Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1935 / 36 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Width 20mm MOVEMENT: ...
Breguet Yellow Gold Pin Set Manual Wind Watch, circa 1900's
By Breguet
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Breguet Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Pin Setting METAL / MATERIAL: 18 Kt Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 37mm X Diameter 32mm CIRCA: 1900's MOVEMENT / ...
18k Gold
$28,000
PATEK PHILIPPE Calatrava
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Calatrava Reference Number 3919, 18K Yellow Gold 2 Piece Case with Hobnail Bezel and 18K Chain Link Bracelet. Manual Wind Mechanical Movement, White Enamel Dial, Black Roman Numerals...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece 18k Solid Gold Automatic BIG DATE Wristwatch 40mm
By Maurice Lacroix
Located in Richmond, CA
Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece gent's wristwatch in solid 18k yellow gold. This fine Swiss timepiece features elegant “big date" complication display at prominent 12 o'clock position, A...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$42,380
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Daytona White Panda Dial Steel Ceramic Automatic Mens Watch 116500LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Mint condition. This watch comes with an original box and paper. * Free Shipping within the USA * Three-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund....
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe 18Kt Solid Gold Dress Watch with Original Dial and Bracelet 1960
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Cie. STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 3426/3 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 32mm MOVE...
18k Gold
18 Kt Solid Full Gold Breitling B2 with Box & Papers
By Breitling
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Solid Full Gold Breitling B2 with Box & Papers Ref.K42362.1 Weight : 257.8 Gram 18 Kt Solid Gold Breitling Strap , 19 Cm. Length
18k Gold, Gold
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