1991 Rolex Datejust 16233 Two-Tone Champagne Diamond Dial Automatic 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
introducing the sapphire crystal and the 3135 movement, Rolex created a watch that retained a classic
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 Silver Dial, Jubilee Circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Roman Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
$3,369
W 1.26 in L 1.52 in
1991 Tudor (Rolex) Prince Oysterdate Mens Midsize Watch - SS & 18K White Gold
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1991 TUDOR (Rolex) PRINCE OYSTERDATE Mens Midsize Watch - Stainless Steel & White 18K Gold Rolex
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Ladies Rolex Anniversary Datejust Diamond Bezel Watch, 1991
By Rolex
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Ladies Rolex Anniversary Datejust Diamond Bezel Watch. Stunning wristwatch with a gold
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Cellini A Rare $20 Gold Coin Watch 1991
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rolex Cellini Rare Gold Twenty Dollar Coin Watch, C1991. Dial: The original champagne dial with
18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
1991 Rolex GMT - Master Pepsi Bezel Men's Watch 16700 Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
991 Rolex GMT - Master Pepsi Watch Model: 16700 Serial: N304115 Pepsi bezel - red and blue
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Steel Silver Sticks Dial Automatic Men’s 1991 Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
with a fold over clasp . This watch was produced in 1991. This watch comes with a Chronostore
Rolex Datejust 16233 Holes 1991 Custom Diamonds Champagne Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. This watch was produced in 1991. Details: Brand Rolex Series Datejust Model Number Box No Papers No
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Rolex Watch
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on this incredible 1991 classic Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust watch! A 36 mm
Rolex Datejust 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies 178158, 1991
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W3877 Model: 178158 Serial: N82***** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 2010's Case Diameter: 31 mm Case Size: 31mm Box and Papers: Box and Manuals Movement: Automatic Cas...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1991 Rolex Day Date Platinum Blue Vignette Dial Ref. 18346
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
black color at the edges. This very example from 1991 is a stunner and features the double quick set
Platinum
Rolex Day-Date 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gents 18238, 1991
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4328 Model Number: 18238 Serial Number: A63**** Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 1991
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Lady's Gold and Diamond Set Automatic Wristwatch Ref 69138 1991
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
Signed Rolex, Datejust Model, Ref. 69138, Case n° L787444, sold in 1991 Cal. 2135 automatic
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16610, 1991
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
September 1991 Case Diameter: 40 mm Case Size: 40mm Bx And Papers: Box, Manuals and Guarantee Movement
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16200 Silver Dial, Jubilee Circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Silver-tone stainless steel case with a silver-tone stainless steel juThis watch has been
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16233, 1991
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: Gents Age: 1991 Case Diameter: 36 mm Case Size: 36mm Box And Papers: Box Only Movement: Automatic Case
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6917 circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rolex Datejust, Ref. 6917. X-Series Serial Number Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Bezel: 18k
18k Gold
Rolex Mini Datejust 26mm 69173G Champagne Diamond Dial TT YG/SS 1991
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Rolex Mini Datejust 69173G – 26mm – Champagne Diamond Dial – Two-Tone Yellow Gold & Steel – 1991
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gents 16233, 1991
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W3986 Model: 16233 Serial: X99**** ConditionL: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 1991 Case Diameter
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gents 16233, 1991
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4005 Model: 16233 Serial: X38**** Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 1991 Case Diameter
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16233G Champagne Big Diamond Dial X3 Serial TT YG/SS 1991
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 1916 Brand Rolex Model Datejust Reference 16233G Year 1991 Dial Champagne and Big Diamonds Case
Rolex Day-Date Original Diamonds and Onyx Dial 18 Karat Gold Unisex 18388, 1991
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W3511 Model: 18388 Serial: N24**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 1991 Case Diameter
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Polar Explorer II GMT
By Rolex
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
from stainless steel and retains its original stainless steel bracelet. Manufactured by Rolex in 1991
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36MM Factory Diamond Dial Ref. 16233
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A classic example of Rolex’s most iconic dress watch, this 1991 Rolex Datejust Ref. 16233 features
Diamond, Stainless Steel
1991 Rolex Men's Stainless Steel 16220 Watch Silver Stick Dial
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1991 Rolex Men's Datejust Watch Model: 16220 Serial: X151839 Automatic Movement Silver Dial with
Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel
1991 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 69173 Jubilee Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Weight: 54.09 grams One ladies, 18K yellow gold and stainless steel, ROLEX Swiss made watch. The metals
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Tiger's Eye DateJust Model 69178 c. 1991
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
functioning of this watch mechanism for ONE year from the purchase date. Our watches are guaranteed to be of
Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16233 circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
independent dealer for fine vintage watches and are not an authorized agent. The Rolex Watch Company Ltd
18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Seadweller Comex Wristwatch Ref 16600 circa in 1991
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a rare stainless steel Rolex Seadweller Ref. 16600 made for Comex in 1991. Comex is a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16200, circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a pre-owned Rolex DateJust Ref 16200 E-Series in stainless steel with smooth bezel, cream
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 16613 Blue Dial 18k N serial 1991 Two Tone Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 16613 Blue Dial 18k N serial 1991 Two Tone Mens Watch 40mm
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
1991 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18238 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 1991 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18238 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Box Only dated
Yellow Gold
1991 Rolex Datejust Steel & White Gold 68274 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 1991 Rolex Datejust Steel & White Gold 68274 Wristwatch * *Complete with
Steel, White Gold
1991 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18038 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 1991 Rolex Day-Date Yellow Gold 18038 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Presentation
Yellow Gold
1991 Rolex Datejust Steel & White Gold 16234 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 1991 Rolex Datejust Steel & White Gold 16234 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Xupes
Steel, White Gold
1991 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 16233 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 1991 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 16233 Wristwatch * *Complete with
Yellow Gold, Steel
1991 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 69173 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 1991 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 69173 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Box Only
Yellow Gold, Steel
1991 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 68273 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 1991 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 68273 Wristwatch * *Complete with
Yellow Gold, Steel
1991 Rolex Datejust White Gold 68279 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 1991 Rolex Datejust White Gold 68279 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Box & Guarantee
White Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel AIr-King Wristwatch, Circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex stainless steel Air-King wristwatch with steel oyster bracelet, reference R1400. Watch
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16220 1991
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 16220, 1991. This classic Datejust has a sapphire
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16234 1991
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Datejust ref 16234 serial number X7 circa 1991. Full size man’s model 36mm diameter
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, White Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Diamond Datejust Oyster Bracelet Wristwatch, 1991
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
36mm Rolex Datejust with diamond bezel and diamond dial on a Stainless Steel Oysterlink Bracelet
Diamond, Stainless Steel
1991 Rolex Datejust Steel and Yellow Gold 69173 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 1991 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 69173 Wristwatch * *Complete with
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex for Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Date Automatic Wristwatch 1991
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
& Co" Stainless Steel Smooth Bezel 26mm in size Rolex 2135 Automatic Movement Sapphire 1991
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 68723, 1991
By Rolex
Located in Epsom, Surrey
This Rolex has undergone a thorough inspection and service to ensure all aspects of the watch are
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16200 circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 16200, serial number E7, circa 1991. 36mm diameter
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, Ref. 15238, serial number N1, circa 1991
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch Ref 16618 circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exceptional condition example Rolex 18K YG Submariner, ref 16618, N2 serial, circa 1991. 39mm
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1991 Rolex Daytona Inverted 6 Chronograph Stainless Steel 16520 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
markings show signs of repainting which is common among these well used sports watches. The watch comes
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Stainless Steel and Gold Midsized Wristwatch circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 18k yellow gold midsized Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, Ref. 67153, serial
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
ROLEX Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16220 circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 16220, serial number E7, circa 1991. 36mm diameter
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT II ref# 16713 SS/18K YG circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
An exceptional condition Rolex GMT SS/18K YG ref 16713 serial # N3 circa 1991. Featuring 40mm
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Submariner Wristwatch Ref 16613 1991
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Submarnier watch in stainless steel and 18k yellow gold, Ref. 16613. This watch has an
18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex GMT Master II Black and Red "Coke" Bezel, circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
1991. This timepiece was recently serviced and authenticated by a Rolex Certified Watchmaker.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Quartz DateJust Steel Wristwatch, Ref 17014, Circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Oyster Quartz DateJust stainless steel wristwatch, reference 17014. This Rolex features, an
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 14238 circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, Ref. 14238, serial number N3, circa 1991. 34mm
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1991 Rolex Datejust Blood Stone Yellow Gold 69178 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 1991 Rolex Datejust Blood Stone Yellow Gold 69178 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Box
Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel and White Gold Oysterquartz Wristwatch circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm man's
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master II Wristwatch Ref 16710 circa 1991
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel GMT-Master II wristwatch, Ref. 16710, serial number N2, circa 1991. Featuring
Stainless Steel
Cartier Rotonde de Cartier Mysterious Hour White Gold Baguette HPI0 Gem Set.
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The Rotonde de Cartier Mysterious Hour White Gold / Baguette, variant reference ID: HPI00890, is a masterpiece in Cartier's Rotonde collection. Featuring the innovative 'Mysterious H...
Diamond, White Gold
Rolex Datejust 18kt Yellow Gold/Stainless Steel Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Mens Rolex- Datejust Date: 1972 36 mm Preowned Reference: 1600 18kt yellow and stainless steel
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel 26mm Just Date Women's Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date display watch is a classic example of Rolex's timeless elegance and durability. With it's versatile satin 26mm stainless steel case, this water resis...
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Charcoal Dial 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Date / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter ...
Stainless Steel
Baume & Mercier Capeland Stainless Steel Automatic Men’s Watch
By Baume & Mercier
Located in New York, NY
Men’s Baume & Mercier Capeland automatic wristwatch featuring a stainless steel case and a distinctive multi-function dial. The dial displays Arabic numerals with luminous hands ...
Stainless Steel
2000 Rolex Submariner Men's Watch 16610 Black Dial Bezel #24693
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2000 Rolex Submariner Watch Model: 16610 Serial: P702253 This classic Rolex Submariner men's watch is set in stainless steel. Black dial with luminescent markers. 40mm case size ...
Stainless Steel
Unworn Rolex Datejust 36 Green Oyster Reference# 126200, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 126200-0024 – Classic Oystersteel Elegance, Swiss Precision, Stainless Steel Oyster Bracelet Timelessly chic and unmistakably Rolex, the Datejust 126200-0024 marries ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex Stainless Steel and 14k Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch, Ref. 6605. Natural wear/patina on the dial. Stainless steel and 14k yellow gold Bracelet Length: 8 1/4 inches and adju...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, Gold, Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Classic Air King from 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 35m...
Stainless Steel
Unworn Rolex Datejust 41 Silver Oyster Reference# 126334, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Datejust 41 Ref. 126334-0004 is an exceptional expression of classic elegance paired with cutting-edge watchmaking technology, making it one of the most sought-after timepi...
White Gold
Preloved Baume & Mercier Catwalk Ladies Watch
By Baume & Mercier
Located in London, GB
A stylish and elegant Baume & Mercier Catwalk ladies’ watch, offering timeless design and reliable Swiss craftsmanship. This preloved piece features a sophisticated case and brac...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual Very Rare Deepsea From 1954 / 55 Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6332 METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Shell CIRCA / YEAR: 1954 / 55 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diamet...
Gold
Bulova 14 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Wristwatch, 1950s
By Bulova
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 14K gold Bulova Watch, this watch has had little use over it's years, Black Leather band. Measures Luge to Luge 38.6 mm or 1.5 in Width 31.97 mm or 1.26 in. It is In working...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust II Black Index Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch 116334
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust II Black Index Dial Fluted 18k White Gold Bezel has Stainless steel case with a stainless steel bracelet. Fluted 18k white gold bezel. Black dial with luminous silver-...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Silver Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Ladies 26mm Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Silver Dial 69173
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster De Ville Automatic Day-Date Vintage Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A classic vintage Omega Seamaster De Ville wristwatch, featuring an automatic movement with day-date display. The watch is housed in an elegant gold-plated case, showcasing the refin...
Gold Plate, 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.
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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.