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Rolex Datejust 36mm Grey Dial Gold Steel Jubilee Bracelet Men's Watch 16233
Rolex Datejust 36mm Grey Dial Gold Steel Jubilee Bracelet Men's Watch 16233

Rolex Datejust 36mm Grey Dial Gold Steel Jubilee Bracelet Men's Watch 16233

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

band. 36 mm case size Ref 16233. Certified Classic Rolex Datejust 16233 watch is made out of Stainless

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

1988 Rolex Datejust 36 16013 Two-Tone Auto Champagne Diamond Dial 36mm
1988 Rolex Datejust 36 16013 Two-Tone Auto Champagne Diamond Dial 36mm

1988 Rolex Datejust 36 16013 Two-Tone Auto Champagne Diamond Dial 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

old. Key Specs: Reference: 16013 Model: Datejust 36 Year: 1988 (R-Serial) Movement: Automatic

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 18k SS Datejust 36mm Mens 1950s Automatic RA760
Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 18k SS Datejust 36mm Mens 1950s Automatic RA760

Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 18k SS Datejust 36mm Mens 1950s Automatic RA760

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare timeless classic, 18k gold and stainless steel Rolex ref.6605 Oyster Perpetual Datejust

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roulette Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116234
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roulette Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116234

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roulette Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116234

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in excellent condition. Box and papers. Recently serviced. The movement is calibrated and keeps time well.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16000 Mens 36mm 1980s Automatic All Original RA762
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16000 Mens 36mm 1980s Automatic All Original RA762

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16000 Mens 36mm 1980s Automatic All Original RA762

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic icon, Men's all-stainless steel Rolex Oyster Datejust ref.16000 automatic, c.1986, all

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1993 Rolex Datejust Two-Tone 16233 Auto Champagne Roman Dial 36mm
Vintage 1993 Rolex Datejust Two-Tone 16233 Auto Champagne Roman Dial 36mm

Vintage 1993 Rolex Datejust Two-Tone 16233 Auto Champagne Roman Dial 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

. Key Specs: Reference: 16233 Model: Datejust Year: 1993 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 36mm Bezel

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Champagne Dial Jubilee 16233 Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

guaranteed! The sale comes with a new style Rolex box, appraisal certificate and our in-house 1 year

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16014 Silver Stick Dial, Circa 1987
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16014 Silver Stick Dial, Circa 1987

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16014 Silver Stick Dial, Circa 1987

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex. Authenticity guaranteed! The sale comes with a jewelry box, appraisal certificate and our in

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16013 Two-Tone 18K YG Champagne Linen Dial Automatic 36mm
Rolex Datejust 16013 Two-Tone 18K YG Champagne Linen Dial Automatic 36mm

Rolex Datejust 16013 Two-Tone 18K YG Champagne Linen Dial Automatic 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

. Key Specs: Reference: 16013 Model: Datejust 36 Year: 1982 (7.3M Serial) Movement: Automatic (Cal

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16233 36mm Aqua Blue Dial 18k Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16233 36mm Aqua Blue Dial 18k Yellow Gold Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16233 36mm Aqua Blue Dial 18k Yellow Gold Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 16233 Serial: W41**** Year: 1995 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster perpetual Datejust Ref 1603 Mens 1960s 36mm Vintage Automatic RA684
Rolex Oyster perpetual Datejust Ref 1603 Mens 1960s 36mm Vintage Automatic RA684

Rolex Oyster perpetual Datejust Ref 1603 Mens 1960s 36mm Vintage Automatic RA684

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic icon, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 1603 automatic, c.1967, in excellent

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1987 Rolex Datejust 16018 18K Yellow Gold Factory Onyx Dial Automatic 36mm
1987 Rolex Datejust 16018 18K Yellow Gold Factory Onyx Dial Automatic 36mm

1987 Rolex Datejust 16018 18K Yellow Gold Factory Onyx Dial Automatic 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

: Reference: 16018 Model: Datejust 36 Year: 1987 (9.7M Serial) Movement: Automatic (Cal. 3035 Quickset

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1993 Rolex Datejust 36 16233 Two-Tone Auto Champagne Diamond Dial 36mm
1993 Rolex Datejust 36 16233 Two-Tone Auto Champagne Diamond Dial 36mm

1993 Rolex Datejust 36 16233 Two-Tone Auto Champagne Diamond Dial 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

. Key Specs: Reference: 16233 Model: Datejust 36 Year: 1993 (S-Serial) Movement: Automatic (Cal. 3135

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm SS Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial Jubilee Bracelet 16014
Rolex Datejust 36mm SS Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial Jubilee Bracelet 16014

Rolex Datejust 36mm SS Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial Jubilee Bracelet 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Diamond Bezel Black Stick Dial Jubilee Bracelet 16014 Stainless Steel

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band
Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band 16014

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex 36mm Datejust Two Tone Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Rubies
Rolex 36mm Datejust Two Tone Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Rubies

Rolex 36mm Datejust Two Tone Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Rubies

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Rubies Two Tone Watch 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Baby Blue MOP Dial with Diamond Numbers & Diamond Bezel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Baby Blue MOP Dial with Diamond Numbers & Diamond Bezel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Baby Blue MOP Dial with Diamond Numbers & Diamond Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Baby Blue Mother Of Pearl Dial with Diamond Numbers & Diamond Bezel 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust White Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust White Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust White Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust White Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Classic Jubilee Watch 30341

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 36mm Datejust Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial with Roman Track & Diamond Bezel
Rolex 36mm Datejust Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial with Roman Track & Diamond Bezel

Rolex 36mm Datejust Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial with Roman Track & Diamond Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust 16030 Tahitian Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial with Roman Track & Diamond Bezel

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 36mm Datejust Baby Blue MOP Dial with Baguette & Round Diamond Numbers
Rolex 36mm Datejust Baby Blue MOP Dial with Baguette & Round Diamond Numbers

Rolex 36mm Datejust Baby Blue MOP Dial with Baguette & Round Diamond Numbers

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust custom Baby Blue Mother Of Pearl Dial with Baguette & Round Diamond Numbers

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 36mm Datejust Ruby/Diamond Bezel Silver Stick Dial Automatic Watch
Rolex 36mm Datejust Ruby/Diamond Bezel Silver Stick Dial Automatic Watch

Rolex 36mm Datejust Ruby/Diamond Bezel Silver Stick Dial Automatic Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

aftermarket diamonds (non-Rolex), and there are no noticeable scratches or blemishes, making it almost

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roman Dial Automatic Men's Watch 116200
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roman Dial Automatic Men's Watch 116200

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roman Dial Automatic Men's Watch 116200

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned good condition. Comes with an original box and papers.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Aubergine Roman VI IX Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 126284RBR
Rolex Datejust 36mm Aubergine Roman VI IX Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 126284RBR

Rolex Datejust 36mm Aubergine Roman VI IX Diamond Dial Bezel Watch 126284RBR

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36 in Oystersteel and white gold features an aubergine, diamond-set

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee 18K Gold Steel Champagne Dial Mens Watch 16233
Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee 18K Gold Steel Champagne Dial Mens Watch 16233

Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee 18K Gold Steel Champagne Dial Mens Watch 16233

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Information: Brand: Rolex Model Name: Datejust 16233 Model Number: 16233 Style: Luxury Type: Wristwatch

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold Champagne Roman Dial Mens Watch 116233
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold Champagne Roman Dial Mens Watch 116233

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold Champagne Roman Dial Mens Watch 116233

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

clasp. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 36 Reference number: 116233 (Two-tone) Movement

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex DateJust 36mm Black Dial 18K Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee Watch 16233
Rolex DateJust 36mm Black Dial 18K Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee Watch 16233

Rolex DateJust 36mm Black Dial 18K Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee Watch 16233

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Classic, elegant, and unmistakably Rolex, the Datejust Ref. 16233 is a timeless expression of

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16000 36mm Blue Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16000 36mm Blue Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16000 36mm Blue Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 16000 Serial: R50**** Year: 1988 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel White Gold Silver Diamond Dial Men's Watch 116234
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel White Gold Silver Diamond Dial Men's Watch 116234

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel White Gold Silver Diamond Dial Men's Watch 116234

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

Rolex Datejust 36 Steel/White Gold Silver Diamond Dial Mens Watch 116234. Officially certified

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

1996 Men's Rolex 36mm DateJust Two Tone 18K Gold/ Stainless Steel Watch (Unworn)
1996 Men's Rolex 36mm DateJust Two Tone 18K Gold/ Stainless Steel Watch (Unworn)

1996 Men's Rolex 36mm DateJust Two Tone 18K Gold/ Stainless Steel Watch (Unworn)

By Rolex

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Details: Men’s Rolex 36mm DateJust Two Tone 18K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel Watch featuring a luxurious

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

NEW Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee Steel Blue Motif Dial Automatic Watch 126234
NEW Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee Steel Blue Motif Dial Automatic Watch 126234

NEW Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee Steel Blue Motif Dial Automatic Watch 126234

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Model Information: Model Number: 126234 Model: Rolex Datejust 126234 Vintage Status: Vintage: No

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex 126233 Datejust 36mm Two-Tone Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel Champagne Dial
Rolex 126233 Datejust 36mm Two-Tone Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel Champagne Dial

Rolex 126233 Datejust 36mm Two-Tone Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel Champagne Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This latest two-tone Datejust was retailed in 2019, is in like-new condition, and under Rolex

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Dial Two-Tone Yellow Gold Oystersteel Watch 126203
Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Dial Two-Tone Yellow Gold Oystersteel Watch 126203

Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Dial Two-Tone Yellow Gold Oystersteel Watch 126203

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

robust and comfortable. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 36 Model: 126203 (Two-tone) Case material

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm White MOP Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel
Rolex Datejust 36mm White MOP Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel

Rolex Datejust 36mm White MOP Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Mother of Pearl Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex 36mm Datejust S/S White Diamond Dial Baguette Oyster Watch 16014
Rolex 36mm Datejust S/S White Diamond Dial Baguette Oyster Watch 16014

Rolex 36mm Datejust S/S White Diamond Dial Baguette Oyster Watch 16014

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust S/S White Diamond Dial 8+2 Oyster Band Diamonds on Side + Bezel & Lugs 16014

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 6605 18k SS Mens 1950s 36mm Vintage Automatic RA760B
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 6605 18k SS Mens 1950s 36mm Vintage Automatic RA760B

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 6605 18k SS Mens 1950s 36mm Vintage Automatic RA760B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage icon, Rolex 18k gold and stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust ref.6605 automatic, c

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens 1970s Automatic RA768B
Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens 1970s Automatic RA768B

Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens 1970s Automatic RA768B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An icon, Rolex 1601 Oyster Datejust automatic Linen dial, c.1973, in excellent working condition

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens 1970s Automatic RA768
Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens 1970s Automatic RA768

Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens 1970s Automatic RA768

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1601 Linen Dial Datejust automatic with18k gold

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm 18K Gold Steel Champagne Diamond Dial Men Watch 126233
Rolex Datejust 36mm 18K Gold Steel Champagne Diamond Dial Men Watch 126233

Rolex Datejust 36mm 18K Gold Steel Champagne Diamond Dial Men Watch 126233

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Model Information: Model Number: 126233 Model: Rolex Datejust 126233 Vintage Status: Vintage: No

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 14k Gold SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA731
Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 14k Gold SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA731

Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 14k Gold SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA731

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Iconic classic, Men's 14k gold & stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 1601 Datejust

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust 36mm Rose Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Men's Watch 116185
Rolex Datejust 36mm Rose Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Men's Watch 116185

Rolex Datejust 36mm Rose Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Men's Watch 116185

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

strap. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 36 Model number: 116185 Movement: Automatic Case material

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 14k Gold SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA731
Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 14k Gold SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA731

Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 14k Gold SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA731

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless icon, Men's 14k gold & stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 1601 Datejust

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

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36mm Rolex Datejust For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 36mm rolex datejust you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Stainless Steel, Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 14 vintage or 14 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect 36mm rolex datejust may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A 36mm rolex datejust can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 2, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 36mm rolex datejust, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.

How Much is a 36mm Rolex Datejust?

The price for a 36mm rolex datejust starts at $2,850 and tops out at $15,848 with these watches, on average, selling for $7,770.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

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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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

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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