Vintage Rolex Precision Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A men's vintage 1938 33mm Rolex Precision in stainless steel. Featuring a silver dial with applied
Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Precision Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A men's vintage 1938 33mm Rolex Precision in stainless steel. Featuring a silver dial with applied
Stainless Steel
Rolex Precision 4417 Tear Drop Lugs
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
This vintage Rolex Precision ref. 4417, is a standout vintage timepiece, featuring a stainless
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1945 Rolex Precision Ref. 4360- White Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This Rolex Precision Ref. 4360, produced circa 1945, is a rare survivor from the early post-war
Stainless Steel
Rolex Precision Vintage Steel California Dial Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1953 Rolex Precision Reference 6426 Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Oyster Case
Steel
Rolex Precision Emerald & Diamond Bezel 18K White Gold Frosted Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex Precision 18K White Gold Watch with Emerald Diamond Bezel - Integral Bracelet
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Precision 12325 Gold Manual Wind Sub Dial On Leather Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Rolex Precision 12325 manual-wind watch in yellow gold featuring calibre 710 movement with
Gold
Genuine 18k Rolex Watch. ROLEX Precision 2159 TV Mechanical Windup. Ladies Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
18k White Gold Case Rolex Precision Ladies Watch with attached Milanese Bracelet (10k Gold). Rolex
Gold, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 18K Ref. #2604 1950's Champagne Dial, Cal. # 1400
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 18K Ref. # 2604, 1950's Champagne Dial, Cal. # 1400 Description
18k Gold
Genuine 18k Rolex Precision Watch. 18k YG Ladies 9127 Dainty 1940s Ladies Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
18k Yellow Gold Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1941 Dainty 16mm Case
18k Gold, White Gold
Genuine 18k Rolex Precision Watch. 18k YG Ladies 8648 Dainty 1940s Ladies Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
18k Yellow Gold Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1943 Dainty 16mm Case
18k Gold, White Gold
1973 ROLEX PRECISION Vintage Mens Stainless Steel & Diamond Watch - Mint
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1973 ROLEX PRECISION Vintage Mens Ref. 3411 Dress Watch - Stainless Steel & Diamonds Very Fine
Stainless Steel
Rolex Precision 10K White Gold Retro c1950's Manual Cocktail Ladies Wristwatch.
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This sophisticated ladies’ timepiece is a classy & elegant Retro Rolex Precision, performed in
White Gold, 10k Gold
Rolex Precision Vintage Manual wind Steel Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1954 Rolex Reference 6426 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case, screw
Steel
1947 Rolex Precision Vintage Mens Claw Lugs Square Dress Watch, 14K Rose Gold SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1947 ROLEX PRECISION Vintage Mens Claw Lugs Square Dress Watch - 14K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Rare
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Precision Ref 4431 18k Rose Gold Mens 1940s 33mm Manual Wind RA689
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare, timeless treasure 18k solid rose gold Rolex Precision ref 4431 fancy lugs manual wind dress
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Pocket Watch. Antique Rolex Precision Lever 7 World's Records
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Antique Rolex Pocket Watch. Precision Lever 7 World's Records Circa 1940s Ref 408 Please refer
Stainless Steel
Rolex Pocket Watch 9165. Antique Rolex Precision 9165 Circa 1952
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Rolex Pocket Watch. Precision Ref: 9165 Circa 1952 Please refer to pictures to see the
Stainless Steel
$7,360Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Precision 14k Solid Gold Mens Manual Wind Dress Watch 1950s Vintage RA709
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage treasure, rare 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Precision manual wind dress watch, c.1958, in
14k Gold
Rolex Precision Ref. 3400 Openface, Keyless Lever Pocket Watch, Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare collectors Watch. Original Condition. Watch needs an overhaul. Including certificate of authenticity.
Steel, Stainless Steel
$7,120Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Precision Ref 8961 18k Solid Gold Mens Manual Wind Dress Watch 1950s RA634
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless treasure, rare 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Precision 8961 manual wind, c.1950s, in
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 50s 18K Gold Manual Wind Reference 8209 Belt
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage ladies Precision in 18k yellow gold reference 8209 silver dial manual win from the
18k Gold
ROLEX Watch. Rolex ref. 4498 Precision 1940s Black Dial Mens Rolex watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Rolex Precision Mens Watch Ultra Slim Body Stainless Steel ref.4498 Windup Movement
Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies ROLEX 2649 Precision Cocktail Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1970s. 1400 Caliber
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Precision Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 33mm vintage Rolex Precision in yellow gold. Features a champagne dial with Roman numerals and
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Rolex Watch. Mens ROLEX 3411 Precision 34mm Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1973. 17j 1225 cal Rolex
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Speckled Gold Dial 33MM 18K Gold Precision Leather Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
An extremely unique Rolex speckled gold and black dial 33mm Precision model watch in 18k gold
18k Gold
Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel 1975 Ladies Manual ROLEX 2611 Precision
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1975. 1400 Caliber
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel 1972 Ladies Manual ROLEX 2611 Precision
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1972. 1400 Caliber
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Rare Vintage Precision Yellow Gold 36mm 8896
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage 36mm Rolex Precision crafted in 18k yellow gold. Featuring a silver dial with applied
18k Gold
Rolex Vintage Precision Yellow Gold 4613
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
This timeless Rolex Precision wristwatch is crafted in elegant yellow gold, showcasing an aged
18k Gold
Rolex Vintage Precision Tear Drop Lugs 4560
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A mens vintage Rolex Precision wristwatch in stainless steel. Featuring a silver dial with applied
Stainless Steel
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 Diamond White Gold 18K Wristwatch 1950S
By Rolex
Located in Geneva, CH
. Rolex Precisions. Total gross weight: 22.12 grams. We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 3408 Mechanical Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1965. 1400 Caliber
Stainless Steel
Genuine Rolex Watch. Ladies Rolex 2653 Vintage Genuine Manual Windup Watch.
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1973. 1400 Caliber
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1982 Rolex Submariner 5513 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
timeless design. Powered by Rolex’s precision automatic movement, it offers excellent reliability and water
Stainless Steel
Rolex 4431A Chronometer 18K Yellow Gold Fancy Lug Vintage Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Rolex Precision “Fancy Lugs” Ref. 4431A is a striking example of 1960s watchmaking, showcasing
18k Gold
Rolex 177200 Oyster Perpetual Grape Roman Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
durability. Powered by Rolex’s precision Caliber 2231 automatic movement, it boasts a 48-hour power reserve
Stainless Steel
Unworn Rolex Lady-Datejust 28 Reference# 279174, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex precision and practicality. Encased under a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, the Lady-Datejust
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Explorer Precision 6298
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage 36mm stainless steel Explorer Precision by Rolex. Features a black refinished dial with
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Oyster Precision 6424
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm vintage stainless steel Oyster Precision by Rolex. Features a silver dial, complemented by a
Stainless Steel
Rolex 34mm Oyster Perpetual Factory Olive Green Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
, mechanical, self-winding Calibre: 3130, Manufacture Rolex Precision: -2/+2 sec/day, after casing Functions
1937 Rolex Ref 3647 Very Rare Antique Manual Wind Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Extremely Rare 1930s Rolex Precision Model 3647 Manual Wind Square Watch This late 1930s Rolex
Stainless Steel
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
its impeccable exterior, this timepiece is a testament to Rolex's precision engineering, ensuring
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Explorer Precision Vintage Steel 6352
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage 36mm stainless steel Explorer Precision by Rolex. Features a black dial with applied hour
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Precision Rose Gold 9522
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm vintage Rolex "Flying Saucer" Precision in rose gold. Features a rose champagne dial with a
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Genuine Rolex 6494 Watch. Mens ROLEX OysterDate Precision. 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Oysterdate 6494 Manual Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1954 Beautiful
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Precision Chameleon Yellow Gold 8788
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage Precision Chameleon wristwatch in yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a champagne dial with
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Vintage Square Precision Yellow Gold 8726
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage Square Precision in yellow gold by Rolex. Features a silver dial with a brick style
Yellow Gold
Rolex, Oyster Precision. Men's wristwatch. Approx. 1960s.
By Rolex
Located in bronshoj, DK
Rolex, Oyster Precision. Men's wristwatch. Dial in silver. Approx. 1960s. Steel chain with folding
Rolex Oyster Precision Veriflat Vintage Champagne Dial 6512
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold Rolex Oyster Veriflat Precision vintage gentleman’s wristwatch, reference 6512
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Precision 6426 Silver Dial Watch, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a Rolex Oyster Precision reference 6426 with a silver textured dial manual wind from the
Silver
Rolex Oyster Precision 6426 Silver Dial Watch, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a Rolex Oyster Precision reference 6426 with a silver dial manual wind from the 1970s
Silver
Rolex Oyster Precision 6423 Arrowhead Dagger Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Rolex Model: Oysterdate Precision Reference number: 6423 Country Of Manufacture
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
usefulness in demanding environments. Powered by Rolex’s precision automatic movement, the Explorer II 16570
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Explorer Super Precision Underline Dial 5500
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage Rolex Explorer in stainless steel. Featuring a black gilt dial with arabic numbers, a
Stainless Steel
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
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.
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