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Chronoswiss Opus Stainless Steel Wristwatch Ref CH7523
By Chronoswiss
Located in Surfside, FL
Watch. Certified preowned Classic Chronoswiss Opus CH7523 watch is made out of Stainless steel on a
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Chronoswiss Lunar Chronograph stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref CH7523
By Chronoswiss
Located in Surfside, FL
papers. Ref CH7523. Fine Pre-owned Chronoswiss Watch. Certified preowned Classic Chronoswiss Lunar
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Chronoswiss Opus 18k gold and stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref ch 7522 R
By Chronoswiss
Located in Surfside, FL
ch 7522 R Fine Pre-owned Chronoswiss Watch. Certified preowned Classic Chronoswiss Opus ch 7522 R
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Chronoswiss Pacific Chronograph 100M Stainless Steel 38mm Automatic Ref CH7513
By Chronoswiss
Located in București, RO
agreement. Chronoswiss is a Swiss watch manufacturer known for producing high-quality, handcrafted
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1990s Romanian Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ChronoSwiss Opus, Yellow Gold Skeleton Chronograph Watch
By Chronoswiss
Located in New York, NY
ChronoSwiss Opus, Yellow Gold Skeleton Chronograph Watch Circa 2000 Model/Reference: Opus/ CH 7521
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Chronoswiss Lunar Chronograph
By Chronoswiss
Located in London, GB
, sapphire glass to the side-knurled screw down exhibition case back, knurled pocket watch-style winding
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Chronoswiss Lunar Chronograph
Vintage Chronoswiss Lunar Chronograph
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Chronoswiss Stainless Steel Tora
By Chronoswiss
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, seconds, day, date, GMT, Chronograph Case: 38mm stainless steel case, coined bezel Band: black leather band, buckle Dial: white arabic, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Chronoswiss Stainless Steel Tora
Chronoswiss Stainless Steel Tora
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Chronoswiss Perpetual Calendar 18K Rose Gold CH1721
By Chronoswiss
Located in Dallas, TX
Chronoswiss Perpetual Calendar 18K Rose Gold CH1721 - Automatic movement. 18k rose gold case with
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Chronoswiss C.741C, CH7523 Black Dial with Leather Strap
By Chronoswiss
Located in Miami, FL
A classic Chronoswiss Mens Chronograph Chronometer watch, features: - Stainless steel case with 38
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Chronographe Swisse Vintage Chronograph, Made in 18k Rose Gold, circa 1950s
By Chronoswiss
Located in Santa Monica, CA
"Chronographe Swisse" Vintage Chronograph Watch. The watch was made in the 1940-1950's, and is
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

18KY Yellow Gold Chronoswiss Opus Skeleton Chronograph
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
register Case: 38mm 18k yellow gold round case, 18k yellow gold bezel Bracelet: original chronoswiss brown
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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By Girard Perragaux
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
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1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Breitling 18 Karat Gold Vintage Chronograph Men Wrist Watch
By Breitling
Located in Berlin, DE
Watch works properly. From private collection. Including certificate of authenticity.
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rolex 36mm Datejust Mens Stainless Steel Watch Fluted Jubilee Silver Dial 1601
By Rolex
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Vintage Datejust 36mm Watch. A Pre-owned watch w/ Original Box and 1970s Papers. Watch is 100% Authentic and Comes with Authenticity Card. Watch Reference is 1601 and is in Goo...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Steel

Nastrix Women's 14k Gold and Platinum Hand-Winding Dress Watch w/ Diamond Band
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Nastrix Women's 14k Gold and Platinum Hand-Winding Dress Watch w/ Diamond Band Movement #1676 14k White Gold Case w/ Diamond Bezel 15 mm Wide (16 mm w/ Crown) 22 mm Long Lug-to-Lug ...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

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Waltham Fontomatic Men's Wrist Watch w Date
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In its period and considered modernist style circa late 1950's, this 33mm vintage Waltham Men's Wrist Watch presents a sleek look with a black face,contrasting gold-toned spear hands...
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Vintage 1960s American Wrist Watches

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Steel

Glycine 18kt. White Gold Art Deco High Grade Hand Made Watch, circa 1930's
By Glycine
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Glycine Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 23mm MO...
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Tissot K 253 Gold-Plated S/Steel Swiss Quartz 32mm Vintage Mens' Watch
By Tissot
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This timepiece by Tissot ref K 253 is a sophisticated vintage men's watch, dating from 1990's Performed in gold-plated stainless steel, the Case measures 32mm (not including the ...
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1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Steel

Stührling Original Men's 46mm Automatic Dual Time Skeletonized Silver-tone
Located in Montgomery, TX
MODENA Packed into a bold skeleton dial and exhibition case back, the muscle of a fully dual-time automatic movement shines in the Modena 889. Case Size: 46mm Powered by our in-hou...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Wrist Watches

Vintage Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Black Dial Hand Wind Watch 345.0022.100
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Pre-owned Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Steel Black Dial Hand Wind Men's Watch 345.0022.100. Tritium Swiss Made dial. Minor crack on minute hand lume. and micro scratches on c...
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Hublot Big Bang UNICO Chronograph Titanium Skeleton Dial Watch 441.NM.1171.RX
By Hublot
Located in New York, NY
Original box and papers are included. Unworn condition. Covered by a 5-year warranty. * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Titanium

Tissot T-Classic 41mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch T086.408.16.051.00
By Tissot
Located in New York, NY
New with Defects Tissot T-Classic Automatic Watch T086.408.16.051.00. The Band has a little cracks on the inner side. This timepiece is powered by Mechanical (automatic) movement wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Chronograph Cal 321 Manual Watch, 1960's
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tonneau Shape / 145-016-68 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 43mm X Diameter 38mm CIRCA: 1960s MOVEMENT / C...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Piaget Altiplano Vintage Mens Watch Reference 12103
By Piaget
Located in Berlin, DE
The Piaget Altiplano Reference 12103 is an outstanding example of the masterful craftsmanship and refined design for which Piaget is renowned. This elegant timepiece is a timeless ma...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Zenith Chronomaster El Primero 38mm Steel Skeleton Dial Men Watch 03.2153.400
By Zenith
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in mint condition. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the watch's authenticity at an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Steel

Omega Constellation Automatic Chronometer Day-Date - Vintage 18k Men's Watch
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is an iconic Swiss Made Omega Constellation Automatic Chronometer with reference number 168.045, dating back to 1969 based on its serial number. The case measures 36mm wide ...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Breguet Tradition 18K Gold Skeleton Dial Manual Wind Mens Watch 7057BR/R9/9W6
By Breguet
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned like new condition. Unworn band. Comes with paper. Comes with a gift box, the original box is not included. Brand and Model Information: Brand: Breguet Model: Breguet Tr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Chronoswiss Regulateur Yellow Gold Wrist Watch
By Chronoswiss
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Regulateur CASE screwed case, yellow-gold, sapphire crystal, sapphire crystal case back, 38mm MOVEMENT automatic DIAL original dial and hands BRACELET kroko-leath...
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Chronoswiss Classic 18K Rose Gold Arabic Numerals Automatic Men's Watch CH 2821R
By Chronoswiss
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Chronoswiss Band Color: White Gender: Men's Case Size: Not Specified MPN: Does Not Apply
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Chronoswiss Swing 18K Rose Gold MOP DIA Dial Automatic Ladies Watch CH 2821LLRSW
By Chronoswiss
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Chronoswiss Band Color: White Gender: Women's Case Size: 36-39.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Chronoswiss Kairos Limited Edition 401/500, 18 Karat Gold Chronograph
By Chronoswiss
Located in firenze, IT
CHRONOSWISS. A RARE 18K GOLD LIMITED EDITION CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH SIGNED CHRONOSWISS, KAIROS
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Chronoswiss Timemaster GMT Ref. CH2535 Stainless Steel Black DLC 44mm
By Chronoswiss
Located in Surfside, FL
Pre-owned Chronoswiss Watch. Certified preowned Classic Chronoswiss Timemaster GMT CH2535 watch is
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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Chronoswiss Opus ch 7522r in rose gold & stainless steel with a Rose dial 38mm
By Chronoswiss
Located in Surfside, FL
. Circa 2003. Ref ch 7522r. Fine Pre-owned Chronoswiss Watch. Certified preowned Classic Chronoswiss Opus
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Stainless Steel, Steel

Chronoswiss Tora Dual Time Regulator Mens Watch
By Chronoswiss
Located in Dallas, TX
Chronoswiss Tora Dual Time Regulator Mens Watch - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case with coin
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Chronoswiss Regulator Jumping Hour Watch CH-8321R
By Chronoswiss
Located in Southampton, PA
The Chronoswiss Regulator Watch, reference number CH-8321R, is a luxury timepiece with a unique
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Chronoswiss Opus Skeletonized Chronograph Men's Watch CH 7523
By Chronoswiss
Located in Dallas, TX
Chronoswiss Opus Skeletonized Chronograph Men's Watch CH 7523 - Automatic winding. Stainless steel
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Chronoswiss Lunar Chronograph Stainless Steel Men's Watch Leather Band
By Chronoswiss
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
= 78.5 grams Does Not Include Original Box or Papers This watch is guaranteed authentic. One year
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Chronoswiss Kairos Steel Diamond Silver Dial Automatic Ladies Watch CH2023D
By Chronoswiss
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Chronoswiss Kairos 30mm Steel Diamond Silver Dial Automatic Ladies Watch CH2023D. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Chronoswiss Rose Gold Regulateur Tourbillon Wristwatch
By Chronoswiss
Located in Dallas, TX
dial with subsidiary seconds and tourbillon. Strap with 18k rose gold Chronoswiss buckle. Pre-owned
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Chronoswiss Stainless Steel Chronoscope Chronograph Wristwatch
By Chronoswiss
Located in Dallas, TX
diameter. White dial. Strap with stainless steel Chronoswiss deployant clasp. Unused with box and papers.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Chronoswiss Timemaster Steel 18 Karat Gold Automatic Men's Watch CH-9045R/71-2
By Chronoswiss
Located in New York, NY
(19080) This brand new Chronoswiss Timemaster CH-9045R/71-2 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is
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2010s Wrist Watches

Chronoswiss Stainless Steel Cabrio Gold Automatic Wristwatch
By Chronoswiss
Located in Firenze, IT
steel wristwatch with hinged cabriolet system and a stainless steel Chronoswiss buckle Case three-body
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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Chronoswiss stainless steel Lunar Chronograph automatic wristwatch
By Chronoswiss
Located in Firenze, IT
wristwatch with round button chronograph, registers, date, moon phases and a stainless steel Chronoswiss
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Chronoswiss Yellow Gold and Steel Opus Skeletonized Chronograph
By Chronoswiss
Located in Dallas, TX
Chronoswiss 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Opus Skeletonized Chronograph Wristwatch, Ref. CH
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Swiss Wrist Watches

Chronoswiss Klassik Chronograph Mens Watch ch7442
By Chronoswiss
Located in Dallas, TX
Chronoswiss Klassik Chronograph Mens Watch ch7442 - Automatic winding . Stainless Steel Case (37mm
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Chronoswiss Men’s Watch Imperator Constance Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By Chronoswiss
Located in Firenze, IT
Case n° 08 098, Ref. CH2873. Made circa 2005 Rectangular stainless steel case, automatic movement, caliber 2892-2 ETA, 21 rubies, black dial, silver Arabic numerals, large date aper...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Chronoswiss Stainless Steel Wristwatch with Blue Regulator Dial
By Chronoswiss
Located in Stamford, CT
Chronoswiss stainless steel wristwatch with blue regulator dial, Ref. CH 1223. Stainless steel
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Chronoswiss ​Stainless Steel Regulateur Tourbillon Wristwatch
By Chronoswiss
Located in Greenwich, CT
. Case, dial and movement signed Chronoswiss. Accompanied by the original Chronoswiss watch box.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Chronoswiss Tourbillon 18K Rose Gold CH3121R Wristwatch
By Chronoswiss
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Reference: COM1925 Manufacturer: Chronoswiss Model: Tourbillon Model Reference: CH3121R Age: Circa
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

New Ladies Chronoswiss Classic Steel Date Automatic Watch
By Chronoswiss
Located in New York, NY
Brand Chronoswiss Model Classic CH-2823 LL-CL-BK2 Gender Ladies Condition Brand New Movement
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

CHRONOSWISS Imperator Constance White Gold CH 2871 Wsi Watch
By Chronoswiss
Located in Los Angeles, CA
BRAND NAME: Chronoswiss STYLE NUMBER: CH2871wsi SERIES: Imperator
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21st Century and Contemporary German Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Chronoswiss Rose Gold Klassik Chronograph Wristwatch
By Chronoswiss
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand Name: Chronoswiss Style Number: CH7401R bur Series: Klassik Gender: Men's Case Material
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Chronoswiss Delphis CH1421R, Silver Dial Certified Authentic
By Chronoswiss
Located in Miami, FL
CHRONOSWISS Delphis Reference #:CH1421R. Chronoswiss Delphis Jump Hour CH1421R Mens Automatic Watch
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

CHRONOSWISS Opus CH7523, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Chronoswiss
Located in Miami, FL
CHRONOSWISS Opus Reference #: CH7523. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Silver 38 MM
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

CHRONOSWISS Timemaster CH6233, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Chronoswiss
Located in Miami, FL
CHRONOSWISS Timemaster Reference #: CH6233. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

CHRONOSWISS Delphis CH1421R, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Chronoswiss
Located in Miami, FL
CHRONOSWISS Delphis Reference #: CH1421R. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Yellow Gold Silver 38 MM
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Pocket Watches

Chronoswiss Yellow Gold and Steel Lunar Calendar Wristwatch
By Chronoswiss
Located in Boston, MA
Chronoswiss 18k yellow gold and stainless steel Lunar Chronograph, automatic, size 37mm
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Swiss Wrist Watches

Chronoswiss Yellow Gold Opus Skeleton Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch
By Chronoswiss
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand Name: Chronoswiss Style Number: CH-7521-S Series: Opus Skeleton Chronograph Gender: Men's
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chronoswiss Tora GMT Chronograph Steel w/Box & Papers
By Chronoswiss
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chronoswiss SS large 38mm automatic chronograph with independently set 24 hour register. 38mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Chronoswiss Opus CH 7521R, Gold Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Chronoswiss
Located in Miami, FL
CHRONOSWISS Opus Reference #: CH 7521R. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Yellow Gold Gold 38 MM
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Chronoswiss Stainless Steel Opus Skeletonized Chronograph Wristwatch circa 2000
By Chronoswiss
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chronoswiss Stainless Steel Opus Automatic Skeletonized chronograph wristwatch, Ref. 7523, circa
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

CHRONOSWISS Kairos CH 2821 R, Grey Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Chronoswiss
Located in Miami, FL
CHRONOSWISS Kairos Reference #: CH 2821 R. Womens Automatic Self Wind Watch Rose Gold Grey 38 MM
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Chronoswiss Stainless Steel Tora Chronograph Dual Time Wristwatch circa 2000
By Chronoswiss
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chronoswiss Stainless Steel Tora Chronograph Dual Time Wristwatch, circa 2000, model CH7423. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

CHRONOSWISS Swing CH 2821 LL R SW, Mother of Pearl Dial
By Chronoswiss
Located in Miami, FL
CHRONOSWISS Swing Reference #: CH 2821 LL R SW. Womens Automatic Self Wind Watch Rose Gold Mother
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Chronoswiss Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Delphis Retrograde Jump Hour Watch
By Chronoswiss
Located in New York, NY
Chronoswiss Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Delphis Retrograde Jump Hour Watch. Ref. 3310 CH
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Chronoswiss Delphis CH1421R, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Chronoswiss
Located in Miami, FL
CHRONOSWISS Delphis Reference #:CH1421R. Chronoswiss Delphis Jump Hour CH1421R Mens Automatic Watch
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Chronoswiss Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact chronoswiss watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stainless steel, gold and 18k gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a chronoswiss 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. A chronoswiss watch from Chronoswiss — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a chronoswiss watch, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Chronoswiss Watch?

On average, a chronoswiss watch at 1stDibs sells for $5,928, while they’re typically $1,577 on the low end and $29,400 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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