Vintage 1978 Rolex Date Men's Watch JB Champion Rolex Bracelet Ref 1505
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A classic example of late-1970s Rolex design, this Rolex Date Ref. 1505 embodies understated luxury
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
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Submariner 1680 Stainless Steel 1978
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1680 Serial: 5295*** Year: 1978 Model: Rolex Submariner Case Material: Stainless
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
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Precision 34mm Two-Tone Rose Gold Steel Rare Dial 1978 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Precision Oyster Date 34mm on two tone rose gold and stainless steel on Oyster bracelet. The
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Quickset Datejust with Original Box and Papers from 1978 or 1979
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 16030 METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Bronze Dial From 1978
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Bronze Dial From 1978
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Steel 1 Carat Custom Diamond Blue MOP Dial Men's 1978 Watch 16014
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
warranty. Details: Model Number 16014 Brand Rolex Department Men Style Dress/Formal, Luxury Model Rolex
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamond Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Mens Rolex- Datejust Date: 1978 34 mm Preowned Diamond Dial Reference: 1500 18kt yellow gold and
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Two-Tone Datejust Men's 1978, Automatic Diamond Ruby Dial 18 Karat Gold
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust Men's Watch Custom Diamond Ruby Bezel Dial 18k Gold, Dated 1978 Rolex Two Tone
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 0.46 in W 1.46 in
Rare Vintage Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Men's Date C. 1978 w/ Henry Ford Signature
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
RARE VINTAGE C. 1978 ROLEX DATE IN 18K YELLOW GOLD W/ HENRY FORD SIGNATURE ITEM DESCRIPTION: This
Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner Yellow Gold Blue Nipple Dial Model 1680, circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Model: Submariner Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Size: 40mm Dial: Blue Nipple Dial
18k Gold
Rolex 16014 Date just Stainless Steel with White Gold fluted bezel. Circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Rolex 16014 Date just Stainless Steel with White Gold fluted bezel. Officially
White Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Root Beer Tropical Brown Nipple Dial Yellow Gold Model 1675 circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
" Tropical Model Number: 1675 Age: 1978 Serial Number: 59064** Band: Custom Leather & Rolex plated Buckle
18k Gold
Rolex Submariner 1680
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
. 40 mm case size. **Bank wire only at this price** Ref 1680. Circa 1978. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
Rolex Datejust 6917, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
. Circa 1978. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch. Certified preowned Classic Rolex Datejust 6917 watch is made out
Certified Authentic Rolex Datejust 6960, White Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
. Circa 1978. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch. Certified preowned Classic Rolex Datejust 6917 watch is made out
Vintage Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Black Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1978 Vintage Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Ref. 6917 14k Yellow Gold watch with Black Dial with
Rolex Datejust 6917, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
. Circa 1978. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch. Certified preowned Classic Rolex Datejust 6917 watch is made out
Rolex Datejust 6917 18 Karat White Dial Automatic Watch 'Certified Authentic'
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
. Circa 1978. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch. Certified preowned Classic Rolex Datejust 6917 watch is made out
1978 Rolex Datejust 36MM 16013 Black Dial Diamond Bezel Gold & Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Diameter: 36.00 mm
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
1978 Rolex Datejust 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Rare Malachite Dial Model 6917
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies DateJust with a RARE and original Rolex Malachite dial
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Date 1970s Steel Self Winding Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1978 Rolex Date model Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 3 Piece Stainless Steel Oyster case with Smooth
Steel
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Gents 1500, 1978
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4225 Model Number: 1500 Serial Number: 540**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 1978
Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona Stainless Steel Gents 6263 1978
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: Gents Age: 1978 Case: 37mm Box and Papers: Box, Manuals & Service Guarantee Movement: Mechanical Wind
Stainless Steel
Rolex Rose Gold Datejust Automatic Wristwatch 6827 1978
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Unisex Age 1978 Case Diameter 31 mm Case Size 31mm Box & Papers Box only Movement Automatic Case
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Blue Sunburst Dial 5.7m Serial 1978
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 1914 Brand Rolex Model Oysterdate Precision Reference 6694 Year 1978 Dial Blue Sunburst Dial
Rolex Datejust Birch Wood Dial & “Bark” Bezel C. 1978
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
a ref. #16078 Datejust in 18k yellow gold, made circa 1978. This would have been among the first
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Submariner 1680 Mark 1 Dial, circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Cape May, NJ
Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Submariner 1680 Serial/Year: 5,6XX,XXX - 1978 Purchased in 1980 from
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Sea-Dweller Wristwatch Ref 1665 circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Rolex stainless steel Sea-Dweller wristwatch, Ref. 1665, serial number 5 million, circa 1978. Black
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Datejust Perpetual 1978 Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
This Rolex Oyster Datejust 16013F watch is made in 18K yellow gold and stainless steel. It is in
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Sub Mariner with Original Dial and Factory Service, 1978
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Sub Mariner / 1680 METAL / MATERIAL
Vintage Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual, Excellent Condition 'for Age', circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual features a stainless steel case, classical jubilee bracelet
Sold
H 1.21 in Dm 0.99 in
Vintage 1978 Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Rolex 25mm Watch Ref. 6719 w/ Rivet Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Rolex Reference / Serial #: 6719 / 5315461 Movement: Swiss Made - Automatic - Self
Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Custom Green Diamond Dial, Dated 1978
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / 1601 METAL: Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Day Date President 18038 18k Gold Automatic 1970s Swiss RA280
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
.1978, with original Rolex box, in excellent working condition! Verified authentic by a master
18k Gold
Rolex Day Date President 18038 18k Gold Mens Automatic 1970s Swiss RA540
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
.1978, with original Rolex box, in excellent working condition! Verified authentic by a master
18k Gold
Rolex Day-Date 18038, 36mm 18ct yellow gold case, president bracelet, year 1980
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
, Rolex notepad (unused), swing tag with serial, 1978/9 calendar, Rolex Datejust instruction booklet
1978 Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust 16030 Tuxedo Dial Mens Watch 36MM 8 Inch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1978 Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust 16030 Tuxedo Dial Mens Watch 36MM 8 inch wrist all factory
1978 Rolex Datejust 36MM 16014 Custom Diamond Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Unisex Metal Type: Stainless Steel Diameter: 36.00 mm Weight: 62.22 grams
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1978 Rolex Date 34MM 1503 14K Yellow Gold Leather Strap Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Diameter: 34.00 mm Weight: 57.31 grams
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 0.67 in Dm 1.42 in
1978 Rolex Day Date 36mm 18038 President Champagne Dial 18k Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Brand: Rolex Diameter: 36.00 mm Total Weight: 134.80 grams The
Yellow Gold
Rolex 1978 Yellow Gold Self Winding Date Wristwatch with Custom Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1978 Rolex Date, Reference 1570, 34 M.M. 14K Yellow Gold 3 Piece Oyster Case with Custom
Diamond, 14k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Custom Color Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1500
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1978 Rolex Stainless steel Ref 1500 with Custom Color Dial. 34 MM water proof case, Acrylic
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Set Self Winding Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1503
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1978 Rolex reference 1503, 34 MM 14K Yellow Gold 3 Piece Water proof Case with Fluted Bezel
Diamond, 14k Gold
Rolex Air King with Custom Dial from 1977 or 1978
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Comany STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Ref. 5500 METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Classic Air King from 1978 or 79
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 Custom Red Dial, 1978
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Date / Reference 1500
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air King with Rare Dial, circa 1977 or 1978
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Air King / 5500 METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 Custom Red Diamond Dial, 1978
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Date / Ref. 1500 METAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust with Custom Made Dial and Original Bracelet from 1978 or 79
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Ref. 1603 METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex Datejust 16003 Black Tapestry Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel 36mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16003 Serial: 522**** Year: 1978 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Date Wristwatch Ref 1503 circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex 14k yellow gold Date wristwatch, Ref. 1503, with an automatic movement on an Oyster rivet
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675 circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex 18k yellow gold GMT-Master wristwatch, Ref. 1675, in beautiful condition on a Rolex rivet
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6265 circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex stainless steel Cosmograph Daytona wristwatch, Ref. 6265, with a stainless steel bezel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Date Ref 1680 Wristwatch c. 1978
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a great example of a Rolex Submariner reference 1680 from the 1970s. The case still has its
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6265 circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an excellent example of a Rolex Cosmograph Daytona in 18k yellow gold with a gold original
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Lapis Dial Day-Date Presidental Ref 18038 Yellow Gold, circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a highly collectible Lapis dial Rolex Day-Date ref 18038 in 18kt yellow gold from 1978. The
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1978 Rolex Oysterdate Stainless Steel 6694 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Vintage * *Complete with: Presentation Pouch dated 1978 *Case Size: 34mm *Strap: Stainless
Stainless Steel
1978 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18038 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Vintage * *Complete with: Presentation Box dated 1978 *Case Size: 36mm *Strap: Brown Leather
Yellow Gold
1978 Rolex Datejust Steel and White Gold 16014 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Vintage * *Complete with: Presentation Pouch dated 1978 *Case Size: 36mm *Strap: Stainless
White Gold, Steel
1978 Rolex Sea-Dweller Double Red MKIV Stainless Steel 1665 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Vintage * *Complete with: Box & Guarantee dated 1978 *Case Size: 40mm *Strap: Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
1978 Stainless Steel Rolex Submariner
By Rolex
Located in DALLAS, TX
Vintage 1978 stainless steel Rolex Submariner. Includes original box, original crystal and recent
Stainless Steel
Rolex lady Datejust Coral dial 1978
By Rolex
Located in Heerlen, NL
Beautiful Rolex datejust with coral dial. The watch is bought from the first owner who bought it in
Coral, 18k Gold
Rolex 14K YG Midsize Datejust 1978
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Midsize Oyster Perpetual Datejust ref # 6827 31mm diameter case with smooth bezel
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Explorer wristwatch, Ref. 1016, serial number 5.7 million, circa 1978
Stainless Steel
Chanel Nano Kelly Bag NEW Lilac Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this NEW Chanel Nano Kelly Bag: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Nano Kelly - Color: Lilac - Year: 2024 - Condition: NEW (unused) - Materials: Shiny...
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...
Chanel Denim Mini Quilt Flap Crossbody
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Chanel Denim Quilted Flap Bag features a soft quilt denim and a gold chain link threaded shoulder strap and CC turn lock. Interior has one Zipper pockets and patch pockets. Shoul...
$975Sale Price|25% Off
H 0.28 in W 1.38 in
Stainless Steel 18kt Yellow Gold Men's Concord Watch Serviced Warranty 15.65.221
By Concord Watch
Located in San Diego, CA
Stainless Steel 18kt Yellow Gold Men's Concord Watch Serviced Warranty 15.65.221 - Introducing the stunning Men’s Concord Steeplechase watch, a remarkable fusion of stainless steel a...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
$15,050Sale Price|30% Off
H 1.18 in W 1.22 in Dm 9 in L 9 in
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$59,500
H 8.67 in W 4.49 in D 2.49 in
Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly 20 Rouge de Coeur Swift Osier Wicker Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
This Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly, crafted in 2020, is a delightful fusion of traditional craftsmanship and whimsical design. This exquisite bag combines Rouge de Coeur Swift leather wit...
Yohji Yamamoto black wool gabardine coat with exaggerated pockets, fw 2004
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in London, GB
Yohji Yamamoto; black wool gabardine maxi coat with exaggerated external flap pockets and belt buckle fastenings on waist and neck. Fall-Winter 2004 - The same coat is in the...
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dial with Gold Baton Markers 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diameter 3...
Stainless Steel
$56,920
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Gold Ceramic Steel Black Dial Men Watch 116519LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. 2022 card. Comes with the original box and papers. Brand and Model Brand: Rolex Model: Cosmograph Daytona Model Number: 116519LN Design and Style Style: Luxury Watch Shape: ...
18k Gold
Hermes Birkin Limited Edition 35 Diamond Bordeaux Porosus Crocodile Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exceptional limited edition Hermes Birkin 35 Diamond Porosus Crocodile bag featured in stunning jewel-toned Bordeaux. This rare masterpiece features 18K White Go...
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Silver Dial
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Oyster Perpetual REFRENCE: 15200 SIZE: 34mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Grey BAND: Jubilee Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRTIST SIZE: Apx. 7.75 Very Good c...
Stainless Steel
Hermes Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on this rare Hermès Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline—an extraordinary and rare piece that epitomizes luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance. The generous 50...
Chanel Mini Classic Flap Micro Beige Lambskin Leather Cross Body Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
This Celebrity Favorite has Diamond Quilting and a Gold Plated CC Turnlock Closure and hardware. Approximate measurements are 5.5" x 4" x 1.5" with a drop of about 22" on the gold ...
Rolex 1960s Oysterdate Precision 6694 Steel Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Oysterdate Precision Reference 6694 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Oyster Case, 17 Jewel Caliber 1225 Manual wind movement, Original Black dial with r...
Steel
Rolex Datejust Automatic Stainless Steel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The Rolex 1995 Oyster Perpetual Datejust is a classic example of Rolex's timeless elegance and durability. Reference number 16233 and case size 36mm, the attractive fluted bezel and ...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 16233 Factory Champagne Diamond Dial 18K Yellow gold Steel 36mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16233 Serial: X36**** Year: 1991 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Jubilee Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Flut...
Diamond, Steel
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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From understanding the models to choosing among vintage, pre-owned and new watches, here’s our expert advice on finding the best Rolex for you.
As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.