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CHAUMET Dandy Automatic Chronograph Watch W11291-30F
By Chaumet
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The CHAUMET Dandy Automatic Chronograph Watch is a refined blend of Parisian elegance and Swiss
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Girard Perregaux Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Chronograph Watch GP7000
By Girard Perragaux
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Girard Perregaux Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Chronograph Watch GP7000
Model #GP7000
Serial
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Longines Evidenza Men's Automatic Chronograph Watch w/ Box and Papers L2.643.4
By Longines
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Longines Evidenza Men's Automatic Chronograph Watch w/ Box and Papers L2.643.4
Model: Evidenza
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
U-Boat Flightdeck Men's Automatic Chronograph Watch with Carbon Dial 7750/50mm
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
U-Boat Flightdeck Men's Automatic Chronograph Watch w/ Carbon Dial 7750/50mm
Model #7750/50
Model
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
MAUBOUSSIN 'Times for Ever' in White Gold Automatic Watch
By Mauboussin
Located in Paris, FR
February 17, 2014 at Mauboussin in Paris.
Included : authenticity card.
Automatic chronograph watch with
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Bulgari Ergon Chronograph Automatic ref EG40SCH Watch
By Chopard
Located in Toronto, CA
: Switzerland
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case Size: Watch diameter without crown
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Breitling Crosswind Chronograph Automatic Diamond Watch A13355
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
-Condition: Mint
-Case size: 44mm
-Movement: Automatic
-Material: Stainless Steel
-Date Display at
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Louis Vuitton Automatic Tambour Damier Cobalt Chronograph Watch
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
Steel Tambour Damier Cobalt Chronograph Watch. A true statement piece, this watch is a testament to
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Harry Winston Premier Chronograph Automatic Watch Model 200UCQ32W
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
Harry Winston Premier Chronograph Automatic Watch Model 200UCQ32W is an exquisite timepiece known
Category
2010s American Wrist Watches
Tiffany and Co Watch. Automatic Tiffany Atlas T0803 Chronograph Mens Watch.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Tiffany and Co Atlas Watch
Automatic Movement
Open Back.
Ref. T0803
Stainless Steel with Black
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Raymond Weil Parsifal Chronograph Automatic Ref. 7791 Men Watch
By Raymond Weil
Located in Toronto, CA
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: Stainless steel
Measurements : Case width: 40 mm. (without crown
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hublot Classic Fusion Aerofusion Black Magic Chronograph Automatic Men's Watch
By Hublot
Located in Dallas, TX
Hublot Classic Fusion Aerofusion Black Magic Chronograph Automatic Men's Watch 525.CM.0170.RX
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
IWC Big Ingenieur Chronograph Automatic White Dial Men's Watch 378405
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
IWC Big Ingenieur Chronograph Automatic White Dial Men's Watch 378405
Brand new unworn
Category
2010s European Wrist Watches
Breitling Crosswind Chronograph Automatic Fully Iced Out Men's Watch A44355
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Breitling Crosswind Chronograph Automatic Watch Fully Iced Out Men's Watch Blue Dial A44355
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Men's Oris Stainless Steel Swiss Automatic Chronograph Exhibition Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Swiss 38mm Automatic Chronograph Wrist Watch. With exhibition case back, you can view the precision
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Breitling Aviator 8 Curtiss Warhawk Automatic Chronograph 43mm Watch A13316
By Breitling
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Breitling Aviator 8 Curtiss Warhawk Automatic Chronograph 43mm Watch is a striking tribute to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Omega Speedmaster Chronograph Steel Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 3511.80.00
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Omega Speedmaster Stainless Steel Blue Dial Automatic Men's Watch. Minor patina on hour
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
IWC Ingenieur Double chronograph Titanium Black Dial Automatic Watch IW376501
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned good condition. The watch has micro scratches on the case and bezel. The rubber band and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Titanium
H 1.8 in W 0.63 in Dm 1.8 in
IWC Portugieser Chronograph Steel Green Dial Automatic Mens Watch IW371615
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
(Automatic)
Number of Jewels 27 Jewels
Movement Caliber IWC Calibre 69355
Case Material Stainless Steel
Case
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Montblanc 1858 Chronograph Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch MB117835
By Montblanc
Located in New York, NY
-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the watch's authenticity at any boutique or
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
H 1.66 in W 0.6 in Dm 1.66 in
Breitling Premier B01 Steel Chronograph Blue Dial Automatic Watch AB0118A61C1X4
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Watch Shape: Round
Band Type: Two-Piece Strap
Closure: Buckle
Case Finish: Brushed
Mechanical
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
H 42 in W 14 in Dm 42 in
Omega Speedmaster Factory Diamond Bezel Automatic Chronograph MOP Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in Berlin, DE
Mother of pearl dial.
Original Omega factory diamonds.
Original box and papers.
Reference 324.15.38.40.05.001
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Tag Heuer Carrera Day Date Chronograph Automatic Men's Watch Ref. CV201AG
By TAG Heuer
Located in New York, NY
This TAG Heuer Carrera Automatic Chronograph is a bold and refined timepiece, crafted for precision
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Baume Et Mercier Capeland Chronograph Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch MOA10084
By Baume & Mercier
Located in New York, NY
The watch band has insignificant wear signs but is in good condition overall. No original box and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Daytona Chronograph Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116500LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
* 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the watch's authenticity at any boutique
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Chopard Mille Miglia Ltd Edition Chronograph Automatic Watch In 18K Rose G
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
Chopard Mille Miglia Ltd Edition Chronograph Automatic Watch In 18K Rose Gold
Ltd edition with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Richard Mille RM 1103 Rose Gold & Titanium Automatic Flyback Chronograph Watch
By Richard Mille
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Richard Mille
Model Name: RM 11-03 RG TI
Model Number: RM 11-03 RG
Year: 2017
Case Size: 49 mm
Case Material: 18k Rose Gold
Case Shape: Tourneau
Dial Color: Clear / ...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Titanium
Hermès Stainless Steel Chronograph automatic Wristwatch
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès Chronograph Watch- PRISTINE Unisex style. Stainless steel, automatic, brown leather
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Seiko Chronograph ref 6139-8001 Japan Automatic 17 jewels c1969 Mens' Watch
By Seiko
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This elegant & rarely seen
Seiko Chronograph ref 6139-8001 c1969 watch
is proud to have ALL
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Gold & Silver Van Der Bauwede Dual Time Automatic Chronograph Wrist Watch BNIB
By VAN DER BAUWEDE
Located in Antwerp, BE
VAN DER BAUWEDE "AUTOMATIC DUAL TIME, CAL 40" BRAND NEW IN BOX WITH WARRANTY PAPERS
MOVEMENT
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Silver
18 Kt Gold & Steel Van Der Bauwede Automatic Dual Time Chronograph BNIB Watch
By VAN DER BAUWEDE
Located in Antwerp, BE
: mechanical with automatic winding,Chronograph, Dual Time, caliber 40
CASE: Stainless steel, palladium-coated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Steel
Tiffany & Co CT60 Chronograph 18K Rose Gold & S/Steel Automatic 42mm Mens’ Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Fine & Rare Two-Tone Gents’ Timepiece is
a versatile Tiffany & Co CT60 Chronograph ref
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Pasha Automatic Chronograph 18 Karat Gold
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful and modern Cartier Pasha Automatic Chronograph 18 Karat Gold.
Diameter without crown 42mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hublot Big Bang Steel Chronograph Black Dial Mens Automatic Watch 301.SX.130.SX
By Hublot
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Hublot Big Bang Steel Case Black Chronograph Dial Men's Watch 301.SX.130.SX. This
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Montblanc Sport Meisterstück Sport Chronograph Automatic Ref. 7034
By Montblanc
Located in Chelmsford, GB
Montblanc Meisterstück Sport Chronograph Automatic Ref. 7034
In 1997, Montblanc revealed its first
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hermes Clipper Diver Chronograph Titanium Automatic Wristwatch Ref CP2.941
By Hermès
Located in Surfside, FL
buckle. Automatic movement under glass w/ date and chronograph. With box. Ref CP2.941. Fine Pre-owned
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Titanium
Breitling Chronomat Automatic Chronograph Wristwatch Steel With Gold Detailing
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
This Breitling Chronomat Automatic Chronograph Wristwatch is a bold and sophisticated timepiece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Rolex Daytona Automatic Chronograph, Ref. 16520, Full Set, 1988
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
, with original certificate.
Model: 16520
Movement: Automatic Chronograph Zenith
Case Material
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Unused Breitling Bentley Automatic Chronograph Wristwatch Ref AB061221/G810
By Breitling
Located in Surfside, FL
tang buckle. Auto w/ sweep seconds, date and chronograph. 44 mm case size. With box and papers. Circa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Chronoswiss Klassik Chronograph Steel & Gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref CH7402R
By Chronoswiss
Located in Surfside, FL
strap with a tang buckle. Auto with date, sub-seconds and chronograph. 37 mm case size. Ref CH7402R
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Porsche Design Titanium Chronograph Mechanical Automatic Unworn Diver 120M
By Porsche Design
Located in Antwerp, BE
Porsche Design Titanium Diver Chronograph Mechanical with Automatic Winding Unworn Old Stock 120M
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
Titanium
MontBlanc TimeWalker Chronograph Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref 7069
By Montblanc
Located in Surfside, FL
. Auto, chrono with date and sub-seconds. 43 mm case size. Ref 7069. Fine Pre-owned MontBlanc Watch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch w/ Ceramic Bezel Ref 116519LN
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
black rubber strap. Automatic with sweep seconds and chronograph. 40 mm case size. Ref 116519LN. With
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Tissot Navigator Automatic Chronograph Steel Tachymeter Blue Dial, Cal. Lemania
By Tissot
Located in Antwerp, BE
Tissot Navigator Automatic Chronograph Steel Tachymeter Blue Dial
Super Condition, Collectors
Category
20th Century Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Graham Chronofighter Chronograph Platinum Limited, One of 50, Automatic
By Graham
Located in Berlin, DE
original documents available.
Box and certificate.
Watch is strictly limited, worldwide only 50 models
Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Materials
Platinum
Maurice Lacroix Les Classiques Chronographe Automatic Chronograph 39721 Full Set
By Maurice Lacroix
Located in Toronto, CA
of Manufacture: Switzerland
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case Size: Watch
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mens Omega Speedmaster 125 Automatic Chronograph 1970s All Original JM3
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
with only 2000 pieces made, the world's first automatic chronograph to receive an official chronometer
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mont Blanc Stainless Steel Timewalker Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch In Stock
By Mont Blanc
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Crystal: Sapphire
Bezel: Fixed smooth stainless steel bezel
Dial: Silver dial with chronograph. Date is
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Bell & Ross Chronograph Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref BR-126-94
By Bell & Ross
Located in Surfside, FL
-126-94. Fine Pre-owned Bell & Ross Watch.
Certified preowned Classic Bell & Ross Chronograph BR-126
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Steel Automatic Wristwatch w/ Black Dial Ref IW376804
By IWC
Located in Surfside, FL
chronograph. 44 mm case size. With IWC Stylus Tool Watch Band Spring, polishing cloth, box, booklets, and open
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Gerald Genta Steel Chronograph Sport, Ref CHS-X-10, Automatic & Diamonds
By Gérald Genta
Located in Antwerp, BE
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Movement: Mechanical with Automatic Selfwinding , Chronograph
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Big Date
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Heuer Automatic Pasadena Chronograph with Day/Date Function & Black Dial 750.501
By Heuer
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Heuer Automatic Pasadena Chronograph With Day/Date Function & Black Dial 750.501
Model: Heuer
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Corum Admirals Cup 01.0007 Black Stainless PVD Chronograph Automatic Box
By Corum
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 01.0007
Model: Corum Admiral's Cup
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Rubber
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Face: Sapphire Crystal
Case Size: 44mm
Includes:
-Corum Box
...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
PVD-Coated, Stainless Steel
Union Glashütte Chronograph 18 Karat Gold, Automatic, Limited to 50, Saxony.
Located in Berlin, DE
Extremely rare Union Glashutte (Saxony) Chronograph in 18 carat solid gold, limited to 50 pieces
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Mens Seiko 5 Sports Bullhead 6138-0049 Chronograph Automatic 1970s Vintage RA373
By Seiko
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Seiko 5 Sports 6138-0049 the "Bullhead" chronograph automatic, c.1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
TAG HEUER FORMULA 1 Automatic Chronograph, 44 mm, Steel CAZ2010.WEA8098 Leather
By TAG Heuer
Located in New York, NY
A high-performance automatic sports chronograph in high-tech ceramic and stainless steel. Built
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Breitling Crosswind Limited Steel White Dial Automatic Watch B44356
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Limited Edition Breitling Crosswind 44mm Steel Chronograph White Dial Automatic Mens
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Omega Speedmaster Steel Black Panda Dial Automatic Mens Watch 3210.51.00
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Omega Speedmaster 40mm Stainless Steel Chronograph Automatic Mens Watch 3210.51.00. This
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
IWC Portugieser 3714 Chronograph Wristwatch Iob
Located in New York, NY
A vintage stainless steel automatic chronograph wristwatch by International Watch Company
Category
20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 26331OR.OO.D315CR.01
By Audemars Piguet
Located in London, GB
resistant sapphire crystal and powered by a calbire 2385 self-winding automatic chronograph movement. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
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Automatic Chronograph Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate automatic chronograph watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Stainless Steel, Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for an automatic chronograph watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic automatic chronograph watch over the years, but those made by Breitling, Omega and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An automatic chronograph watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 11, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking an automatic chronograph watch, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.
How Much is a Automatic Chronograph Watch?
Prices for an automatic chronograph watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $518 and can go as high as $77,952, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,165.
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.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About Automatic Chronograph Watch
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify a chronograph watch, look on the dial and the case back for marks or stamps that indicate a maker or a style or serial number. You can use trusted resources to search for these markings or consult a certified appraiser for an expert evaluation. Shop a selection of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The addition of extra dials called sub-dials is what is special about a chronograph watch. These extra dials allow you to measure time on different scales. For example, a chronograph timepiece may have 30-second, one-hour and 12-hour timers for its sub-dials. Shop a collection of chronograph watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Omega watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022It depends. Some Omega watch models feature automatic movement, which charges itself from the motion of your wrist as you wear it. Omega also offers quartz watches as well, which must be wound. Browse a wide range of Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Omega has automatic watches. Most of the Omega Constellation watches, including the Omega Constellation Globemaster, are automatic watches. An automatic watch uses the motion of the wearer to power the winding mechanism. Find vintage and contemporary Omega watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether chronograph watches are worth buying is a matter of personal opinion. Because it can be difficult to predict how the value of items will change over time, choose timepieces that appeal to you and suit your needs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of chronograph watches from some of the world's top jewelers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021An automatic watch means a watch that is self-winding. It is a mechanical watch which is powered by the natural motion of the wearer.
- Are Cartier watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024Yes, some Cartier watches are automatic but the legendary French luxury house also creates collections that include watches with quartz movements. Cartier’s iconic Tank collection, which includes the Tank Française, the Tank Louis Cartier and other models, features both quartz and automatic options for all kinds of collectors. Each of the watches in the Panthère collection, however, carries a quartz movement.
While quartz watches are powered by a pre-installed battery and a high-frequency quartz crystal, automatic watches rely on a spring system and are self-winding. An automatic watch does not have a battery and is recharged on the wrist owing to the wearer’s movements during the day.
It was Louis Cartier, grandson of Cartier founder Louis-François Cartier, who was responsible for bringing watchmaking to the venerable maison when he presented Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont with a wristwatch in 1904.
Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont found his own pocket watch hard to consult while keeping his plane aloft. Louis fashioned a timepiece with a flat, square case on a leather strap that could be referred to easily at a glance. Named in honor of Louis’s friend, the Santos was eventually produced for sale in 1911.
Find vintage Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs. - Are all Omega watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, as of December 2021, all of the timepieces made by Omega are automatic watches. In the past, Omega did offer mechanical watches. Some of the watchmaker's most well-known collections are the Constellation, the Seamaster and the Speedmaster. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Rolex watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Rolex watches are automatic. They run on a perpetual rotor that uses the movement of the wearer’s wrist to transfer energy to the mainspring of the watch. In fact, a ticking Rolex could indicate a fake! Shop professionally vetted Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The three dials on a chronograph watch vary. Generally, the dials are 30-second, 60-minute and 12-hour timers used to precisely track time, but some timepieces may have different dials. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of chronograph watches.
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