1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold Leather Strap
By Omega
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold 37mm leather strap with box.
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold Leather Strap
By Omega
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold 37mm leather strap with box.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,119
H 1.42 in W 1.62 in
1968 OMEGA DYNAMIC First Generation Vintage Mens Cal. 565 SS Steel Watch - Mint
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
The first generation of the watch lasted only from 1968 until 1970. As one of the early Dynamics, before Omega switched to using the 1000 series movements for the line, it is powere...
Steel
Omega Seamaster Cosmic – Day Date – Cal. 752 – 35mm – 1968
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega Seamaster Cosmic – Day Date – Cal. 752 – 35mm – 1968 A really well‑preserved and original Omega Seamaster Cosmic from the late 1960s, presented in excellent overall condition a...
Omega Seamaster Chronostop 145.008 – 41mm Cushion Case – Manual Wind – 1968
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega Seamaster Chronostop 145.008 – 41mm Cushion Case – Manual Wind – 1968 This Omega Seamaster Chronostop reference 145.008 makes no apologies for its bold design — iconic and unm...
Vintage Omega Geneve Automatic Stainless Steel Watch, 1968
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1968 Vintage Omega Geneve Ref. 166.037 Stainless Steel Automatic Date watch with Original Silver Dial with Applied Steel Beveled Pointed Tip Stick/Bar Markers. 34mm x 40mm lug to lug...
Vintage Omega Speedmaster Pre Moon Stainless Steel Watch, 1968
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1968 Vintage Omega Speedmaster Professional Pre-Moon Highly Desirable and Highly Collectible Ref. 105012-66 Stainless Steel watch with Original Black Dial with White Luminous Markers...
Vintage Omega Geneve Ref. 166.041 Stainless Steel Watch, 1968
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1968 Vintage Omega Geneve Ref. 166.041 Stainless Steel watch with Original Gray Dial with Applied Gray Steel Bar Markers with Black Inlay. 33mm x 40mm lug to lug (1.3 in. x 1.57 in.)...
1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold Leather Strap
By Omega
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold 37mm leather strap with box Mechanical manual wind Case Number 27710112 17 rubies all original condition weight 76gr leather strap new ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1968 Omega Constellation Mens Automatic Chronometer Watch - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. ...
Stainless Steel
1968 Omega Constellation Mens Automatic Chronometer Watch - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating on...
Stainless Steel
1968 Omega Seamaster Cosmic Vintage Mens Retro Golden Yellow Watch - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating on...
Stainless Steel
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H 1.5 in W 1.38 in
1968 Omega Seamaster Cosmic Vintage Mens Retro Handwound Watch - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers via other online sites wi...
Stainless Steel
1968 Omega De Ville Vintage Mens Cal. 565 Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. ...
Stainless Steel
1968 Omega Vintage De Ville Mens Cal. 711 Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating on...
Stainless Steel
1968 OMEGA DYNAMIC First Generation Vintage Mens Cal. 565 SS Steel Watch
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. ...
Steel
Vintage 1968 Omega Genève Ref. 135.041 – Manual Wind Cal. 601
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
The minimalist dial design with applied indices and sleek case proportions capture the refined aesthetics of late-1960s Omega craftsmanship. Specifications: Brand: Omega Model: Genè...
Stainless Steel
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H 1.42 in W 1.62 in
1968 OMEGA DYNAMIC First Generation Vintage Mens Cal. 565 SS Steel Watch - Mint
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. ...
Steel
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H 1.46 in W 1.34 in
1968 Omega De Ville Vintage Mens Cal. 565 Automatic with Beads of Rice Bracelet
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. ...
Stainless Steel
Omega Stainless Steel Speedmaster 321 Pre Man on the Moon Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1968 Omega reference 14012-67 Speedmaster professional Chronograph, pre "man on the Moon" watch, 42 MM stainless Steel water proof case, manual wind caliber 321 movement, seri...
Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster Chronostop 145.007 1968/9
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega Seamaster Chronostop Ref. 145.007 – 1968/9 Original Dial Box & Papers A true vintage treasure, this Omega Seamaster Chronostop Ref. 145.007 from 1968/9 is an increasingly ra...
Omega Seamaster Chronostop 145.007 1968/9
By Omega
Located in London, GB
This Omega Seamaster Chronostop 145.007 from 1968/9 has an original dial that has beautifully aged to give a wonderful patina.
Omega Genève 161.037 – 18ct Yellow Gold (1968)
By Omega
Located in London, GB
🕰️Omega Geneve 993 9ct Gold 34mm 1961 Calibre 600 Fresh from a recent service and fitted with a brand new strap, this rare Omega Geneve reference 993 is presented in beautiful c...
18k Gold
Omega Seamaster 165.002 – Silver Dial – Original Papers – 1968
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A genuine vintage Omega with real history, this Omega Seamaster reference 165.002 is offered with its original Omega papers dated to 1968, along with the original Omega box (noting t...
Omega Geneve Chronostop Wristwatch, Patinated Dial/Hands, Circa 1968
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
A quality non branded stainless steel mesh effect bracelet has been fitted which of course could be swapped for a leather strap if desired. We date our Omega to c 1968. The perfect d...
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster 300M Automatic Wristwatch Ref 165.024, 1968
By Omega
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
h Ref: COM995 Model Number: 165.024 Serial Number: 203***** Condition: 8 - Good condition Age: 1968 Case Diameter: 40 mm Case size: 40mm Box and Papers: Box & Manuals only Moveme...
Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster 300 Automatic Wristwatch, 'Big Triangle Sword Hands" Yr 1968.
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Also, it benefits from a full and detailed sympathetic restoration in 2015, including a replacement stainless steel 1171 / 633 bracelet, this Seamaster bears a 25 *** serial number a...
Vintage Omega Deville 1061, 9k Yellow Gold, circa 1968, Unusual & Desirable
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Powered by a manually wound movement we date this Omega to circa 1968 with a 1 ***** serial number, and is presented in superb condition for its age.
Omega Seamaster Day-Date Ref 166.032 with cal 752 Movement, Vintage and Rare
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Dated circa 1968 our Omega represents a wonderful opportunity for the vintage enthusiast, offering everyday usability.
Stainless Steel
1968 Omega Seamaster De Ville Vintage Mens Handwound Watch - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: Omega Country of origin: Switzerland Serial no. 27,793,666 Year built: c. 1968 Model: Seamaster, ref.
Stainless Steel
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H 1.42 in W 1.62 in
1968 OMEGA DYNAMIC First Generation Vintage Mens Cal. 565 SS Steel Watch - Mint
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
The first generation of the watch lasted only from 1968 until 1970. As one of the early Dynamics, before Omega switched to using the 1000 series movements for the line, it is powere...
Steel
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H 1.42 in Dm 1.62 in
1968 OMEGA DYNAMIC First Generation Vintage Mens Cal. 565 SS Steel Watch - Mint
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
The first generation of the watch lasted only from 1968 until 1970, and this is an early example. As one of the early Dynamics, before Omega switched to using the 1000 series moveme...
Stainless Steel
1968 Omega Dynamic Vintage Mens Cal. 565 Watch with Tiffany Blue Dial - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. ...
Stainless Steel
Mens Omega 14k White Gold Manual Wind Diamond Dial 1960s W Box Ra352
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's solid 14k white gold Omega dress watch with gorgeous diamond dial, c.1968, all original, with original Omega box.
14k Gold, White Gold
1968 Omega Speedmaster Stainless Steel 145.012 Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Vintage * *Complete with: Box & Guarantee dated 10th December 1968 *Case Size: 40mm *Strap: Brown Leather *Age: 1968 *Strap length: Adjustable up to 20cm.
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Seamaster Cosmic Stainless Steel Watch, 1968
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
a 1968 Vintage Omega Seamaster Cosmic. Reference 166.026.
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Automatic Wristwatch, circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Automatic ref 166010 circa 1968. 36 x 43mm diameter case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.
Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster De Ville Ref 165.008, circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Very dressy mid century design vintage man’s Omega stainless steel De Ville ref # 165.008 circa 1968.
Stainless Steel
Omega Geneve Stainless Steel Automatic Ref# 135.019, circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Very clean design man’s modernist design Omega Geneve ref# 135.019 circa 1968. Featuring a 35mm diameter stainless steel case with snap down case back with shallow engraved Seamas...
Stainless Steel
Omega Steel Speedmaster "Chocolate" Dial ref. 145.012 circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega SS Speedmaster ref# 145.012 circa 1968 original black tachometer bezel with gorgeous condition original dial turning a very pleaasing chocolate brown color.
Platinum
Omega Stainless Steel Chronometer Certified Seamaster Wristwatch, circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This particular Seamaster ref# 165.010 with movement serial # 26 million circa 1968 is a very interesting example distinguished by the Chronometer rated caliber 551 Omega in house, 2...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Constellation C-shape Ref. 168.027 Watch, 1968
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1968 Vintage Omega Constellation C-Shape Ref. 168.027 Stainless Steel watch with Original Silver Linen Dial with Applied Steel Textured Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with Black Inlay. 34mm...
Omega Automatic Geneve Stainless Steel Watch Ref# 165.002, circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Powered by self winding calibre 552 movement with sweep seconds, and with signed Omega crown. The movement date of 26.8 million dates this beautiful example to 1968.
Stainless Steel
Omega Speedmaster Premoon ref 145.012-67 calibre 321 circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Omega Speedmaster ref 145.012-67 circa 1968. Extremely nice example pre-moon Speedmaster model movement serial # 26.5 million with venerable caliber 321 manual wind movement.
Stainless Steel
Omega stainless steel Speedmaster Premoon Manual Wind Wristwatch, circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Omega Speedmaster ref 145.012-67 circa 1968. Extremely nice example pre-moon Speedmaster model movement serial # 26.5 million with venerable caliber 321 manual wind movement.
Stainless Steel
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster 300 Self Winding Wristwatch, circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega stainless steel Seamaster 300 ref# 165.024 SC movement serial# 25.6 million circa 1967. Featuring 42 x 47mm bombe lug case with screw down back with Seamonster logo, with origi...
Stainless Steel
Omega Speedmaster Premoon Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 145.012-67, circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Omega Speedmaster ref 145.012-67 circa 1968. Extremely nice example pre-moon Speedmaster model movement serial # 26.5 million with venerable caliber 321 manual wind movement.
Stainless Steel
OMEGA Stainless Steel Speedmaster Pre-Moon Chocolate Brown Dial circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega stainless steel Speedmaster wristwatch, Ref. 145.012, circa 1968.
Omega SS Seamaster Deville 3 registers chrongraph circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega SS Seamaster Deville 3 registers chrongraph circa 1968 ref 145.018 calibre 861 17 jewel manual wind.
Stainless Steel
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W 1.66 in Dm 1.66 in L 1.88 in
Omega Stainless Steel Pre Moon Speedmaster Wristwatch Ref 145.012-67 circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega Stainless Steel Pre Moon Speedmaster Wristwatch ref 145.012-67 movement serial# 26 million circa 1968.
Stainless Steel
Omega Constellation 168017
By Omega
Located in Surfside, FL
Box and papers. Ref 168017. Circa 1968. Fine Pre-owned Omega Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Omega Constellation 168017 watch is made out of Stainless steel on a Stainless Steel b...
Stainless Steel
Gorgeous Omega Constellation Stainless from 1968
By Omega
Located in Berlin, DE
The Premium line CONSTELLATION OMEGA stands for highest accuracy. The manufacture caliber 564 in 1st quality with 24 stones and swan-neck fine adjustment ensures perfect transition r...
Stainless Steel
Omega Stainless Steel Deville Seamaster Self Winding Wristwatch, circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Very dressy mid century design vintage man’s Omega stainless steel Deville ref # 165.008 circa 1968.
Stainless Steel
Ebel Men's Classic Stainless Steel Wrist Watch Model E9187F41
By Ebel
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Swiss made with contemporary sport watch design, Ebel Classic Stainless Steel Men's / Unisex Watch Model Number E9187F41. The stainless steel watch case size is 37mm and wrist size i...
Stainless Steel
Vacheron Constantin Platinum and Diamond Dress Watch with Ceylon Sapphires, 1920
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron Constantin for Merimont STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum Diamond Sapphires CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Leng...
$30,990
H 1.58 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.58 in
New Release Rolex GMT-Master II 40mm Bruce Wayne Jubilee Watch 126710
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Comes with the original box and papers. Rolex GMT-Master II 126710GRNR Condition: New Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex GMT-Master II 126710GRNR Model Number: 126710GRNR Departm...
Stainless Steel
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the museum vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, One of the rarest and only diamonds of its size and color. Please inquire for details.
Blue Diamond
Cartier Santos Dumont 2649 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Full Set!
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cartier Santos Dumont 2649 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Full Set! collectors Watch Model: Santos Dumont Ref number: 2649 Movement : Mechanical Manual Winding Case : 18 kt. yellow Gold 35 ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,020
H 1.42 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust 36mm 18K Gold Steel Custom Turquoise Diamond Dial Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Custom Diamond and bezel. This Beautiful Timepiece is Powered by Mechanical (Automatic) Movement And Features a round Stainless Steel case and Gold Jubilee Bracelet, Fixe...
Steel
Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Tiffany Limited Ediiton Yellow Gold Watch 5150J
By Patek Philippe
Located in Aventura, FL
Patek Philippe introduced the reference 5150 or “T150” in 2001 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the relationship between Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co. This model was offered ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual Yellow Gold 6593
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A yellow gold vintage Oyster Perpetual by Rolex from the 1950s. Features a champagne dial, complemented by a yellow gold fluted bezel. Fitted with plastic glass and a self-winding au...
Yellow Gold
Rolex Rare Vintage Oyster Perpetual Yellow Gold 1035
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A striking mens yellow gold Oyster Perpetual by Rolex. Featuring a rare champagne dial with applied hour markers and a textured yellow gold bezel. Equipped with a stunningly rare yel...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold 18K Wristwatch 1960S
By Patek Philippe
Located in Geneva, CH
Patek Philippe Wristwatch ref. 3503/5 in 18K Gold. CIRCA: 1967 CASE NUMBER: 2650836 MOVEMENT NUMBER: 1137844 REF.: 3503 CASE MATERIAL: 18K yellow gold CASE DIMENSIONS: 30.9 mm wide ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carl F Bucherer 1340 Lemania Chronograph
Located in London, GB
et another vintage gem that we have managed to find. We are delighted to be able to offer this Carl F Bucherer 1340 Lemania Chronograph wristwatch which comes as watch only in additi...
Steel
Cartier Ref 2848 Roadster Chronograph XL 18K Rose Gold Leather Strap Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: Ref 2848 Year: 2019 Model: Roadster Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: Leather Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Brown Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 47m...
Rose Gold
Patek Philippe Antique Pocket Watch 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Dial 1891 Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Aventura, FL
An exceptional and historically significant Patek Philippe pocket watch, manufactured on January 13, 1891, during the golden era of Geneva watchmaking. This watch features a classic ...
Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
$18,150
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Yacht Master 40mm Steel 18K Gold Chocolate Dial Automatic Men Watch 126621
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex...
Steel
Omega Ladymatic 14K Yellow Gold Automatic Womens Watch
By Omega
Located in Westport, CT
An original vintage Omega Ladymatic 14K yellow gold automatic ladies wristwatch. The watch features a 14K yellow gold case with a matching flexible bracelet, offering a refined and c...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Antique Chronograph Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1909 Patek Philippe Open Face Chronograph Pocket Watch, 50 mm diameter 18k Yellow Gold 3 piece case with inside dust cover, White Porcelain Dial with Black Roman numerals, oute...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
It’s a celebrated part of Omega lore that the brand’s Speedmaster Professional Chronograph was the first watch to make a lunar landing. But the universal love for vintage Omega watches isn't confined to astronomers, and there’s more to the company’s heritage than the story of the Moonwatch.
The house’s origins date to 1848, when Swiss watchmaker Louis Brandt first set up shop. His sons Louis-Paul and César took over after his death, and in 1894, the pair developed an intriguing new movement.
Not only was it highly accurate, but every part was replaceable, making it easy for any professional to service. The Brandts called their movement the Omega, and as its popularity spread, they changed their company’s name to that of its flagship product.
In 1917, the British Royal Flying Corps designated Omega as an official supplier, and during World War II it became the principal watch supplier for the British forces and their allies. These commissions further strengthened Omega’s commitment to ensuring its products’ reliability under extreme conditions. In 1948, it launched the versatile Seamaster. Developed as a dive watch, the Seamaster proved its durability at high altitudes and freezing temperatures, as well. (Here is the 1stDibs guide to spotting a fake Omega Seamaster.)
Thanks in part to its rugged reputation and Omega’s links to the British military, it became James Bond’s watch of choice in 1995, appearing in GoldenEye and every succeeding Bond movie; it returned in 2021’s No Time to Die. Nevertheless, the most famous Omega by far is the Speedmaster, introduced in 1957. The first chronograph to display its tachymeter scale on the bezel instead of the dial for easier readability, it was quickly adopted by engineers and scientists.
Worn by Buzz Aldrin during the 1969 Apollo 11 lunar mission, it’s the only watch certified by NASA for extravehicular activity (space walks) — and, as far as we know, the only one approved by the Russian space agency, too.
Watch aficionados and aficionadas alike can find vintage Omega watches today on 1stDibs.
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.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.