Tudor Submariner, circa 1982
By Tudor
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Tudor Submariner Around 1982 Ref.7021 Steel case black dial N°956XXX Mechanical self-winding
Tudor Submariner, circa 1982
By Tudor
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Tudor Submariner Around 1982 Ref.7021 Steel case black dial N°956XXX Mechanical self-winding
Rolex Submariner 5513 No Date Watch & Box
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Submariner 5513 Men's Watch. This timepiece features a 40mm stainless
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 1680 Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Westport, CT
An original vintage black Rolex Submariner (1680) circa 1980s. This magnificent piece features a
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 16803 Steel 18k Yellow Gold Black Dial Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Submariner Steel Yellow Gold Black Dial Mens Watch 16803. Officially certified chronometer
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 18k Yellow Gold Steel Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 16803
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Luxury, Sport Model Rolex Submariner 16803 Vintage Yes Year Manufactured 1980-1989 Customized Yes
Steel
Rolex Submariner 40mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 16613
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Rolex Submariner 40mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 16613. This
Rolex Submariner 5513, Case, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #:5513. Rolex Submariner Vintage 5513 9.7 Million Serial Unpolished 2
Rolex Submariner 5513, Case, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #:5513. Rolex Submariner 5513 Vintage Bart Simpson R Serial Men's
Rolex Submariner 5513, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #: 5513. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 40 MM
Rolex Submariner 5513, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #: 5513. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 40 MM
Unavailable
W 0.75 in D 0.6 in Dm 1.58 in L 8.47 in
Rolex Submariner 5513 Stainlesss Steel Mens Automatic Bidirectional
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 5513 Stainlesss Steel Mens Automatic Bidirectional 40mm
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Comex Wristwatch Ref 168000
By Rolex
Located in Paris, FR
Rare and fine stainless steel self winding submariner made for the COMEX with original box and
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner Reference 5513 Stainless Steel Watch, 1986
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1986 Vintage Rolex Submariner Reference 5513. Stainless Steel case, that measures in at 40mm wide
Unavailable
H 0.52 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.58 in L 8 in
Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch 1985 Papers
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch 40mm 1985 Papers
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
W 0.75 in D 0.52 in Dm 1.58 in L 6.5 in
Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Watch Stainless Patina Matte Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Watch Stainless Patina Matte Dial 40MM
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.52 in Dm 1.58 in L 7.01 in
Rolex Submariner 16800 Men's Automatic Watch Stainless Steel Black Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 16800 Men's Automatic Watch Stainless Steel Black Dial 40MM
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 5513 Vintage Feet First Matte Mens Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 5513 Vintage Feet First Matte 2.8 Mil Mens Automatic Watch 40mm
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.52 in Dm 1.58 in L 7.49 in
Rolex Submariner 5513 Vintage 8.1 Serial Matte Dial Automatic Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 5513 Vintage 8.1 serial Matte Dial Automatic Mens Watch 40MM
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.6 in Dm 1.58 in L 8 in
Rolex Submariner Vintage 5513 Spider Dial 8.9 Mil Unpolished Patina Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Vintage 5513 Spider Dial 8.9 mil Unpolished Patina Watch 40mm
Rolex Steel and Gold Submariner Wristwatch, 1980s Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Submariner Watch Factory Black Gloss Dial
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch circa 1980
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
One of the last plastic crystal Submariners produced, with a late (6 million) serial number dating
Stainless Steel
1980's Rolex Submariner One-of-a-kind Color Change Nipple Dial
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Ref # 16808 Submariner circa 1980's. First edition of submariner with
18k Gold
Rolex Submariner 16800
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5084 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Submariner Model Ref: 16800 Age: Gender: Mens Complete With
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
One of the last plastic crystal Submariners produced, with a late (6 million) serial number dating
Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold Submariner Blue
By Rolex
Located in Capri, IT
Rolex Gold Submariner Blue Stainless Steel and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men’s date: 24/12/1988
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 16803 Submariner Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16803 Model: Submariner Case Material: Stainless steel Case Diameter: 40mm
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Late Stainless Steel Comex Submariner
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Stainless Steel Comex Submariner by Rolex
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Transitional Submariner Black Dial Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Stainless Steel Transitional Submariner Gents Wristwatch, original matte black dial with hour
Stainless Steel
Rolex 16803 Submariner Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16803 Model: Submariner Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 5513 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Submariner 5513 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 103752 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Rolex
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16800
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16800 Model: Submariner Case Material: Stainless steel Case Diameter: 40mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Transitional Matte Dial Stainless Steel 16800
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: COM1809 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Submariner Model Ref: 16800 Age: Gender: Mens Complete
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner 'no date' Ref 5513. Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
An icon, our Rolex Submariner 'no date' 40mm reference 5513 features a gloss black dial, matching
Stainless Steel
Rolex 16800 Stainless Steel Black Dial Submariner Gents Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16800 Model: Submariner Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 16808 18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Dial Unpolished
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
*UNPOLISHED* Style Number: 16808 Serial: 8100*** Model: Submariner Case
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1984 Rolex 16800 Stainless Steel Submariner Open 6 & 9
By Rolex
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Vintage 1984 Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner 16800. This classic and
Stainless Steel
Tudor Submariner 'Mini Sub'/Snowflake' 94400, Very Rare, Mid Size, circa 1982
By Tudor
Located in Canterbury, England
Our very rare Tudor Submariner reference 94400 is also known as the mini-sub / mini-snowflake given
Tudor Stainless Steel French Military Submariner Watch with Papers circa 1982
By Tudor
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Tudor Submariner was used by the French military and is still in excellent vintage condition, retaining
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 18K Yellow Gold Steel Blue Dial Mens Automatic Watch 16613
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Rolex Submariner 40mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Blue Dial Men's Automatic Watch 16613. The
Rolex Submariner 18k Yellow Gold Steel Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 16803
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Rolex Submariner 18k Yellow Gold Steel Blue Dial Automatic Men's Watch 16803. This
Rolex Submariner 18k Yellow Gold Steel Serti Dial Automatic Men Watch 16803
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Rolex Submariner 40mm 18k Yellow Gold Steel Serti Dial Automatic Watch 16803. This
Rolex Submariner 16803 Blue 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16803 Serial: R621*** Model: Submariner Case: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 16618
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Submariner 16618 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Sold
H 0.5 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Submariner Black Matte Patina Dial Steel Automatic Men’s 1983 Watch 16800
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Submariner 16800 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an
Sold
H 0.48 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Submariner 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Dial Automatic Men’s Watch 16618
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Submariner 16618 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Rolex Submariner 5513, Gloss Dial, Tritium T Swiss 25, Ghost Bezel, Year 1984...
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and uniquely historied Rolex Submariner non date / no date, reference 5513, features a
Rolex Submariner 16800 4-Liner Date Black Dial Patina Steel Automatic Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Submariner 16800 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Submariner Blue Dial and Bezel Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16613 Model: Submariner Case Material: Stainless steel Case Diameter: 40mm
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Stainless Steel and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gents16613, 1989
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4004 Model: 16613 Serial: L94**** Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 1989 Case Diameter: 40 mm Case Size: 40mm Box and Papers: Box Only Movement: Automatic Case: Stainless...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1985 Rolex 16800 Stainless Steel Submariner Open 6 & 9 T 25 Dial
By Rolex
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Vintage 1985 Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner 16800. This classic and
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 16803 Black Dial 18 Karat Gold and Stainless Steel Rare Dial
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16803 Serial: 8510*** Year: 1985 Model: Submariner Case Material: Stainless
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner 5513 Black Dial Stainless Steel 1988 Unpolished
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 5513 Serial: R929*** Year: 1988 Model: Submariner Case Material
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Diamond Sapphire Custom Dial Bezel Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Steel Rolex Submariner 168000 with customized bright red Serti dial and red bezel rim. Matt finish
Diamond, Sapphire, Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5513
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an exceptional example of a Rolex Submariner reference 5513 from the the early 1980's. The
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 16800
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a Rolex Submariner Date manufactured in 1984 and then originally sold in 1985. This watch
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date Yellow Gold Ref 16808
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex Submariner Date Ref 16808 in 18k yellow gold with blue gilt dial and is on a Rolex oyster
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5513 circa 1983
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a great example of a Rolex Submariner, Ref. 5513, circa 1983. It has a beautiful original
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5513 circa 1982
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a great example of a Rolex Submariner wristwatch, Ref. 5513 from the early 1980s with the
Stainless Steel
Tudor Stainless Steel Snowflake Submariner Wristwatch circa 1980
By Tudor
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Tudor Stainless Steel Snowflake Submariner Wristwatch ref 9411/0 circa 1980. Mint condition example
Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold Submariner ref 16808 c. 1980
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref 16808 serial # 7..0 million circa 1980/81 with beautiful original
18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch Ref 16608 circa 1980
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Submariner Transitional Wristwatch, Ref. 16608, serial number 6.4 million
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Gold Submariner ref. 16808 circa 1980's
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex18K YG Submariner ref #16808 serial# 9.6 million black 24 hour circa 1986 with beautiful
18k Gold
Rolex 18kt Submariner ref 16808 transitional model c. 1980
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref 16808 transitional model serial # 6.4 million circa 1980 with dramatic
18k Gold
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
Rolex 69178 Ladies President Datejust Diamond String Dial 18K Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 69178 Serial: E312*** Year: 1990 Model: Ladies President Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: F...
Vacheron Constantin Malte 18k White Gold Skeleton Date Automatic Men's Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New York, NY
This distinguished Vacheron Constantin Malte wristwatch exemplifies Swiss horological excellence with a refined, modern aesthetic. Crafted from solid 18k white gold, the case feature...
18k Gold
$10,900Sale Price|20% Off
Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust Custom Blue Diamond Dial and Diamond Bezel Two Tone
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Datejust REFRENCE: 16233 SIZE: 36mm CASE: 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel DIAL: Custom Blue with Diamonds BEZEL: Custom Yellow Gold with Diamonds BAND: Jubile...
Diamond, White Diamond, Mixed Metal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainl...
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41 Oystersteel Green Dial
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The watch is brand new comes with full set with box and warranty card. The watch does not come with the white serial tag or the bezel protector. The stickers were removed at the time...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Oyster Bracelet & Rare Black Dial, 1979
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 1200 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1979 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diameter 35m...
Stainless Steel
Rolex 16233 Datejust Two Tone Blue Dial Jubilee Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rolex 16233 Datejust Two Tone Blue Dial Jubilee Watch This Stunning Rolex Datejust 16233 Blue Watch is in excellent condition and is ready to ship! Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust Ref...
Stainless Steel
Blancpain Leman Reveil GMT 2041-1230-63B Men's Watch in Titanium
By Blancpain
Located in New York, NY
Blancpain Leman Reveil GMT 2041-1230-63B Men's Watch in Titanium SKU: 131460 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Blancpain Model: Leman Reveil GMT Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type:...
Titanium
Rolex Submariner Date
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFERENCE: 16610 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oystersteel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: 8.25 Good condition,...
Stainless Steel
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
$16,319Sale Price|25% Off
Dm 1.74 in
Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea D-Blue James Cameron Blue Black Dial Mens Watch 126660
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Original Box and Papers are Included. Covered by 3 -year Chronostore Warranty. General Information Brand: Rolex Model Name: Sea-Dweller Model Number: 1266...
Stainless Steel
Unavailable|$4,950
W 0.95 in
Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Blue Vignette Diamond Dial Sapphire Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro , CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Case Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Blue Vignette Diamond Dial (This dial is not origi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Historical Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Big Red 6263 steel 1979
By Rolex
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
First launched in 1963 and created specifically for the world of automotive racing, the Rolex Daytona collection is arguably one of the most popular and universally respected lines o...
Steel
Patek Philippe 3520D 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Patek Philippe 3520D is an elegant timepiece that exemplifies luxury and craftsmanship. It features a 32mm case made of 18K yellow gold, paired with a distinctive hobnail bezel t...
18k Gold
18 kt Gold Omega Collectors Wrist Watch, Caliber 321, Reference OT 2955 3
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Omega Chronograph, Collectors in amazing condition ! Reference OT 2955 3 Movement : Mechanical Manual Winding Caliber 321 Case : 18 Kt solid Gold, 35 mm Strap : Leather, Omega Gol...
18k Gold, Gold
$15,800
H 0.52 in W 1.97 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Submariner 16613 Two-Tone Gold & Steel Blue Dial Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Westport, CT
An authentic Rolex Submariner 16613, a luxurious and durable timepiece that seamlessly blends functionality with style. This gold and stainless steel men’s watch comes with its origi...
Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless 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.
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
This model was designed for lefties.
Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller of Rolex watches is highly vetted.
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.