Breitling Bentley GMT B04 AB0431 Stainless Steel Leather Strap 49mm
By Breitling
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: AB0431 Year: 2014 Model: Breitling Bentley GMT B04 Case Material
2010s Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Breitling Bentley GMT B04 AB0431 Stainless Steel Leather Strap 49mm
By Breitling
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: AB0431 Year: 2014 Model: Breitling Bentley GMT B04 Case Material
Stainless Steel
Breitling Avenger II GMT Men's Watch A3239011 - Automatic 1 Yr Wnty
By Breitling
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Breitling Model: Avenger II GMT Model Number: A3239011 Movement: Automatic Warranty: One
Breitling Avenger II GMT Black Dial Custom Diamond Bezel Mens Watch A32390
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Breitling Avenger II GMT Black Dial Custom Diamond Bezel Mens 43mm Watch A32390.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Unworn Breitling Chronomat Reference# A32398101C1A1, Complete set, 2024
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
The Breitling Chronomat Automatic GMT 40 (Ref. A32398101C1A1) is a masterclass in functional
Stainless Steel
Unworn Breitling Navitimer Reference# A32310251B1A1, Complete set, 2024
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
The Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41 (Ref. A32310251B1A1) blends iconic aviation heritage with
Stainless Steel
Breitling A32390 Avenger II GMT Blue Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: A32390 Year: 2017 Model: Avenger II GMT Case Material: Stainless Steel Band
Breitling Colt GMT Black Concentric Arabic Dial Automatic Watch
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Breitling Colt GMT Black Concentric Arabic Dial 41MM Automatic Stainless Steel Mens Watch A32350
Breitling Navitimer World Chronograph GMT Automatic Stainless Steel Watch
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Breitling Navitimer World 46MM Chronograph GMT Automatic Stainless Steel Mens Watch A24322
Breitling Bentley GMT Titanium Case Automatic Watch #EB043335/G80
By Breitling
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Breitling, Bentley GMT Light Body, Men's Watch, Titanium Case, Rubber Strap, Swiss Mechanical
Titanium
Breitling Avenger II GMT Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch A32390
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Breitling Band Color: Stainless Steel Gender: Men's Case Size: 40-43.5mm MPN: Does Not
Stainless Steel
Breilting Navitimer World GMT A24322 Chronometer
By Breitling
Located in North York, Ontario
Breilting Navitimer A24322 chronometer world GMT Movement: Automatic Case Diameter: 46 mm Diameter
Stainless Steel
Breitling Bentley Motors Limited Edition Chronograph Automatic Watch
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Breitling Bentley Motors GMT Limited Edition Automatic Stainless Steel Mens Watch, A47362. Self-winding
Breitling Colt GMT A32350
By Breitling
Located in London, GB
This Breitling Colt GMT A32350 has recently been serviced. It packs a punch for the price it’s
Breitling Stainless Steel GMT Colt
By Breitling
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
case, sapphire protective crystal, Breitling engraved case-back, screw-down crown, water resistant to
Stainless Steel
Breitling Stainless Steel Windrider Chronomat GMT Wristwatch
By Breitling
Located in Dallas, TX
Breitling stainless steel Windrider Chronomat GMT wristwatch, Ref. AB041012, with automatic
Breitling Windrider Chronomat GMT Men's Steel Watch AB0410
By Breitling
Located in Dallas, TX
Breitling Windrider Chronomat GMT Men's Steel Watch AB0410 - Automatic winding. Stainless steel
Breitling Stainless Steel Chronomat GMT Watch Ref. AB0410
By Breitling
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, sub-seconds, stop seconds, date, chronograph, GMT
Stainless Steel
Breitling Navitimer GMT / World Wristwatch Ref A24322. Discontinued Reference.
By Breitling
Located in Canterbury, England
Our classic Breitling Navitimer GMT / World reference A24322 is instantly recognisable and features
Breitling Navitimer GMT / World Wristwatch Ref A24422. Complete Set.
By Breitling
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Breitling Navitimer GMT / World reference A24422 (A24322B726) is the best combination and
Breitling Stainless Steel Chronomat GMT Automatic Wristwatch Ref AB041210
By Breitling
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Breitling MPN: AB041210 Model: Chronomat GMT Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter
Stainless Steel
Breitling Stainless Steel Chronomat GMT Limited Edition Automatic Wristwatch
By Breitling
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Breitling MPN: AB0111 Model: Chronomat GMT limited edition (1992/2000) Case Material
Stainless Steel
Breitling Titanium Aerospace Digital Analog Alarm GMT Quartz Wristwatch E75362
By Breitling
Located in Dallas, TX
Breitling Aerospace Digital/Analog Alarm GMT Titanium Men's Quartz Watch E75362 - Analog and
Titanium
Breitling Stainless Steel Chronomat GMT Blue Dial Automatic Watch AB0420
By Breitling
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to offer this Breitling Stainless Steel Chronomat GMT Automatic Watch AB0420. This
Stainless Steel
Breitling Navitimer Chronograph GMT Steel Blue Dial Automatic Watch A24322
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Breitling Navitimer Chronograph GMT Steel Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch A24322. Minor
Breitling Chronomat 44 GMT Automatic Mens Watch AB042011/G745-375A
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Unworn Breitling Chronomat AB042011/G745-375A Stainless Steel Silver Dial Automatic Men's Watch
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H 0.67 in W 1.23 in Dm 1.93 in
Breitling Bentley GMT Light Body Titanium Automatic VB043222/BD69-222S
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Breitling Bentley VB043222/BD69-222S is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
Breitling Aerospace Evo GMT Analog Digital Titanium Men's Watch E7936310/BC27
By Breitling
Located in Dallas, TX
Breitling Aerospace Evo GMT Analog Digital Titanium Men's Watch E7936310/BC27 - Quartz. Titanium
Breitling Bentley GMT British Racing Green Limited Edition A47362S4.B919-214S
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Breitling Bentley GMT 49mm British Racing Green Limited Edition Black Dial Automatic
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W 1.69 in L 7.5 in
Breitling Stainless Steel Avenger II Chronomat GMT Ltd Ed Automatic Wristwatch
By Breitling
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Breitling MPN: AB041210 Model: Avenger II Chronomat GMT (limited edition) Case Material
Stainless Steel
Breitling Chronomat GMT Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch AB042011/BB56-375A
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Breitling Chronomat 44mm GMT Men's Watch AB042011/BB56-375A. This watch comes with the
Steel, Stainless Steel
Breitling Navitimer Chronograph GMT Steel Black Dail Automatic Mens Watch A24322
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Breitling Navitimer Chronograph GMT Steel Black Dail Automatic Men's Watch A24322. Minor
Breitling Navitimer I GMT Chrono Steel Blue Dial Men Watch A24322121C2A1
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Like New Breitling Navitimer I GMT 46mm Steel Blue Dial Automatic Men's Watch
Breitling Bentley GMT Titanium Black Dial Automatic EB043335/BD78-232S Preowned
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Breitling Bentley GMT EB043335/BD78-232S is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
Titanium
Breitling Navitimer GMT Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch A2432212/B726-441X
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
. Brand: Breitling Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: A2432212/B726-441X Country/Region of
Steel
Sold
H 0.6 in W 0.6 in
Breitling Avenger GMT night mission, ref V32395. 41mm Titanium Case, Year 2024.
By Breitling
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Breitling Avenger GMT night mission, reference V32395, features a 45mm titanium case with
Sold
H 1.74 in W 0.67 in Dm 1.74 in
Breitling Chronomat GMT Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch AB042011/BB56-153S
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Information: Brand: Breitling Model: Breitling Chronomat Model Number: AB042011/BB56-153S Specifications
Steel
Breitling Chronomat GMT Steel Black Dial Automatic AB042011/BB56-153S Watch
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Breitling Chronomat AB042011/BB56-153s is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
Breitling Navitimer 1461 GMT Steel Moonphase Black Dial Watch A1938021/BD20
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Condition. Recently serviced and Polished. limited Edition of 1000 pieces. Brand: Breitling Type
Steel, Stainless Steel
Breitling Navitimer 1 GMT Steel Automatic Blue Dial Men’s Watch A24322121C2A1
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This brand new Breitling Navitimer 1 A24322121C2A1 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered
Breitling Chronomat GMT Limited Steel Automatic Men’s Watch AB041210/BB48-384A
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Breitling Chronomat AB041210/BB48-384A is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
Breitling Avenger II GMT Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch M3239010//BF04-109W
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Preowned Breitling Avenger II GMT Black Steel Black Dial Rubber/Canvas Strap Automatic Mens Watch
Steel
Breitling Bentley GMT Titanium Black Dial Automatic Men Watch EB043335/BD78-232s
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
not included. Comes with a gift box and the seller's warranty card. Brand: Breitling Department
Titanium
Breitling Chronomat GMT PVD Steel Black Dial Men's Watch MB04108P/BD76-155S
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
(Automatic) Movement Caliber Breitling Calibre 04 Complications GMT,Chronograph,Date Indicator,Small Seconds
Breitling Navitimer World/ GMT Chrono Wristwatch Ref A24322, 46mm Case. C 2010
By Breitling
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Breitling Navitimer World/ GMT chronograph, reference A24322, features a 46mm stainless steel
Breitling Chronomat GMT PVD Steel Black Dial Mens Watch MB04108P/BD76-155S
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Breitling Chronomat MB04108P/BD76-155S is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
Breitling Chronomat GMT Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch AB041210/BB48-384A
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Breitling Chronomat GMT Limited Steel Swiss Automatic Men's Watch AB0412. Micro Scratches
Breitling Navitimer World GMT 46mm Steel Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch A24322
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
: Breitling Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: A24322 Country/Region of Manufacture
Steel
Breitling Chronoliner GMT Steel Brown Bezel Grey Dial Watch Y2431033/Q621-152A
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
ships worldwide with a 30-day hassle-free return. Details: MSRP 7575 Brand Breitling Model Number
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H 0.71 in W 0.95 in Dm 1.86 in
Breitling Chronomat GMT Stainless Steel Black Dial Mens Watch AB041210/BB48-384A
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Breitling Chronomat GMT AB041210/BB48-384A is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
Steel, Stainless Steel
Breitling Bentley GMT Light Body Titanium Black Dial Watch VB043222/BD69-222S
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model: Breitling Bentley GMT Vintage: No Escapement Type: Anchor
Titanium
Breitling Colt GMT Steel Blue Concentric Arabic Dial Automatic Mens Watch A32350
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Breitling Colt A32350 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Breitling Avenger II GMT Volcano Black Steel Automatic Watch M3239010/BF04-253S
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Breitling Department Men Style Luxury, Military Model Breitling Avenger II Band Color Gray Dial Color Black
Breitling Chronomat GMT Steel Gray Dial Automatic Men's Watch AB041012/F556-135A
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
10020 Model Number AB041012/F556-135A Brand Breitling Department Men Style Dress/Formal, Sport Model
Breitling Chronoliner GMT Steel Ceramic Bronze Dial Men Watch Y2431033/Q621-295S
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This brand new Breitling Chronoliner Y2431033/Q621-295S is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
Breitling Chronomat GMT Black Dial Steel Mens Automatic Watch AB042011/BB56-375A
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This display model Breitling Chronomat AB042011/BB56-375A is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
Breitling Chronomat GMT Steel Grey Dial Automatic Men's Watch AB042011/F561-375A
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This display model Breitling Chronomat 44 AB042011/F561-375A is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
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H 0.63 in W 0.95 in Dm 1.82 in
Breitling Chronoliner GMT Steel Ceramic Bronze Dial Men Watch Y2431033/Q621-295S
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This brand new Breitling Chronoliner Y2431033/Q621-295S is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
Breitling Chronomat GMT Black Dial Steel Automatic Men Watch AB041210/BB48-384A
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This display model Breitling Chronomat AB041210/BB48-384A is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
Sold
H 0.67 in W 0.87 in Dm 1.74 in
Breitling Chronomat GMT Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch AB042011/BB56-153S
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This display model Breitling Chronomat AB042011/BB56-153S is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
Steel
Breitling Chronomat GMT Steel Yellow Gold Automatic Men Watch CB042012/BB86-743P
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
20906 This display model Breitling Chronomat CB042012/BB86-743P is a beautiful men's timepiece that
Sold
H 0.71 in W 0.95 in Dm 1.89 in
Breitling Chronomat GMT Black Dial Steel Automatic Mens Watch AB041210/BB48-384A
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This display model Breitling Chronomat AB041210/BB48-384A is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
Steel
Breitling Chronomat GMT Steel Yellow Gold Black CB042012/BB86-153S Unworn Box
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
This display model Breitling Chronomat CB042012/BB86-153S is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Breitling Avenger II GMT Steel White Dial Automatic Men Watch A3239011/G778-170A
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
warranty. Details: MSRP 4325 Brand Breitling Department Men Model Number A3239011/G778-170A Model Breitling
$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
Patek Philippe Ultra Thin, 18Kt Solid Gold Dress Watch circa 1980's
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe et Cie STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 3571-1 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm X Width...
18k Gold
Cartier Pasha C Chronograph Stainless Steel 36mm
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Pasha Chronograph REFRENCE: 2412 SIZE: 36mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: White BAND: Stainless Steen WRIST SIZE: 6.75 MOVEMENT: Automatic No box or papers. Acc...
Stainless Steel
$7,750
H 0.19 in W 1.26 in
Ultra-Thin Classic Gold Audemars-Piguet Mens Watch with Brown Crocodile Strap
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This handsome, vintage 18K yellow gold Audemars-Piguet wristwatch is positively elegant. Crafted during the mid-20th Century, this iteration is among the very thinnest produced durin...
Gold, 18k Gold
Breitling Steel Old Navitmer Mens Chronograph Wristwatch
By Breitling
Located in Stamford, CT
Breitling Mens steel navitmer chronograph. Recently serviced. New Breitling band. 92.7 grams Length: 47.48m Width: 40mm Band width at case: 22mm Case thickness: 14.41mm Band: Origin...
Steel, Stainless Steel
$13,278
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
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
18K Gold 6.55cts Bezel Set Men's Colombian Emerald Solitaire Gypsy Signet Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a stunning, Colombian emerald signet bezel ring in 18K yellow gold. This gorgeous statement-size solitaire ring carries a 6.55-carat ethically mined emerald in a secure ...
Emerald, 18k Gold
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex DateJust 116234 36 mm Stainless Jubilee Roman Blue Dial 18k Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Rolex DateJust 116234 36 mm Stainless Jubilee Roman Blue Dial 18k White Gold Bezel with Box & Card The watch features a screw-down crown, 18K White Gold fluted bezel, watch comes wi...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Breitling Bentley Motors GT black & white Dial Yellow Gold 46mm w/ box & papers
By Breitling
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Breitling Bentley Motors GT White Dial Yellow Gold Mens Watch Self-winding automatic officially certified chronometer movement. Chronograph function. 18k yellow gold case 44.8 mm in...
Yellow Gold
Rolex Day-Date 1803 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Here we have a Rolex Day-Date wristwatch. The watch showcases a round case made from 18ct rose gold, featuring a silver dial with bold hour markers and the iconic Rolex crown. The da...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$52,995
W 1.74 in Dm 1.74 in
Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm 116688 18K Solid Gold New Mercedes Hands Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Yacht-Master II (reference 116688) is a distinguished timepiece that exemplifies Rolex's commitment to blending classic design with advanced functionality. Crafted from sol...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960 Montre Mystérieuse style Vacheron Constantin Steel Diamonds Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Gigandet watch called Mystérieuse in the Vacheron Constantin style in chrome steel, ivory dial with large diamond indexes and central plexiglass disc with three integrated diamonds s...
Diamond, Steel
Cartier Calibre Black Dial Leather 42mm Men's Steel Watch Box W7100041
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Calibre de Cartier (ref. W7100041) is a commanding yet refined 42mm stainless steel timepiece, striking a balance between sporty presence and elegant sophistication. It f...
Stainless Steel
$312Sale Price|20% Off
Gucci Stainless Steel Water Resistant Swiss Made Wristwatch 6" Estate
By Gucci
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Gucci Estate Stainless Steel Water Resistant Swiss Made Wristwatch 6" G52 This iconic Gucci stainless steel watch is a timeless piece of luxury and style. The sleek desig...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Bulgari Diagono Stainless Steel and 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Wrist Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Diagono Stainless Steel ladies wrist watch with a classic BVLGARI bezel & case in 18K yellow gold. Steel hands & markers over black dial, steel folding clasp Approximate Gro...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
For pilots and others in love with flight, no brand is more closely associated with the world of aviation than Breitling. From the beginning, watchmaker Léon Breitling, who opened his shop in the Swiss Jura Mountains in 1884, was focused on chronographs and their uses in the burgeoning fields of sports, science and industry.
After Léon’s death, in 1914, his son Gaston continued along his father’s trajectory. An early fan of aeronautics, Gaston introduced one of the first wrist-worn chronographs, a welcome upgrade for pilots used to executing complex maneuvers while juggling a pocket watch.
In 1934, Gaston’s son Willy made another leap in the chronograph’s evolution, patenting the first wristwatch with two pushers — one to start and stop elapsed time and one to reset — a feature now taken for granted.
But perhaps the most significant development under Willy’s leadership was the Chronomat watch. Introduced in 1942, it featured a patented rotating slide-rule bezel for making calculations on the fly. This innovation led to the 1952 creation of the brand’s signature timepiece: the Breitling Navitimer.
Designed in partnership with the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, it was adopted as the official watch of the AOPA in 1959 and remains the world’s most iconic pilot’s watch. Not content to rule just the air, Breitling developed dive watches as well, including the Superocean, released in 1957, and the Transocean, which followed in 1958. The house also took its show on the road, producing dashboard clocks and then watches in partnership with luxury automaker Bentley.
The Navitimer, however, still reigns supreme among pilots everywhere. Given the stature earned by Top Gun since its release — as well as the excitement around Top Gun: Maverick — it's never too late to pick up a vintage Breitling Top Gun Navitimer, displaying the official logo of the United States Navy Fighter Weapons School, for yourself or your favorite wingman.
Find a range of Breitling watches on 1stDibs.
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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