Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Thunderbird Bezel Custom Blue Dial circa, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic vintage Rolex no date model has a custom made
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Thunderbird Bezel Custom Blue Dial, Early 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic vintage Rolex no date model has a custom made
Stainless Steel
$8,184 / item
Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs 69174
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 26mm Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs Jubilee Band 69174
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust New Style Custom Diamond Bezel, White Mother of Pearl Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust New Style Custom Diamond Bezel, White Mother of Pearl Dial Oyster 116234 This
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$7,019 / item
Dm 1.03 in
Rolex 26mm Datejust With custom Diamond Bezel Silver String Diamond Dial 69174
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 26mm Datejust With custom Diamond Bezel Silver String Diamond Dial 69174 This watch is in
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 68274 with Custom Diamond Bezel SS White Color Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust With Custom Diamond bezel SS White Color Dial with Diamond Accent RT Deployment
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$11,639 / item
Dm 1.23 in
Rolex 31mm Datejust Custom Blue Flower Diamond Dial+ Rubies & Diamond on Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust with custom Blue Flower Diamond Dial+ Rubies on a Bezel+Diamond Lugs 68274
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
custom made by our custom bezel maker to our specifications. The bezel as well is custom made by our
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Thunderbird Bezel Custom Blue Dial, Early 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
has a custom made marine blue dial, made to Rolex of Switzerland specifications. This watch is fitted
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
custom made by our custom bezel maker to our specifications.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
custom made by our custom bezel maker to our specifications.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
custom made by our custom bezel maker to our specifications.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Orange Diamond Dial and Bezel circa, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
the mechanical parts are original. Custom made diamond bezel as well, not by Rolex.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Copper Dial, Diamond Bezel, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
This classic vintage Rolex has a custom finished dial made by our specialty custom dial house. It is
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date With Custom Mother of Pearl Dial and Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel with Custom Bezel Black and White Diamonds CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date With Custom Mother of Pearl Dial and Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel with Custom Diamond Bezel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Diamond Dial and Diamond and Emerald Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic vintage Rolex has a custom
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date With Custom Mother of Pearl Dial and Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel with Custom Bezel Black and White Diamonds CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Dial Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Custom Diamond dial and bezel. Comes with the gift box. General Information: Brand
Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Datejust with Custom Diamond Bezel and Original Dial from 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
with its original dial and custom made diamond bezel. The watch has just been serviced by our team and
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust with Custom Green Dial and Diamond Bezel circa, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Datejust with a custom bezel and dial. Our finest watchmaker has just given this watch a factory quality
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust with Rare Black Dial from 1960's Custom Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
can be worn for all type of events and is the perfect unisex size as well. The bezel is custom made
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust with Custom Green Dial and Diamond Bezel circa, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
This is the classic Datejust with a custom bezel and dial. Our finest watchmaker has just given this
Stainless Steel
$8,184 / item
Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust with Custom Diamond Bezel SS White Color Roman Numeral Dial 69160
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 26mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel SS White Color Roman Numeral Dial Bezel and Lugs
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$11,639 / item
Dm 1.23 in
Rolex Datejust Custom Diamond Bezel SS Baby Blue MOP Roman Numeral Dial 68274
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel SS Baby Blue MOP Mother Of Pearl Roman Numeral Dial
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex 31mm Datejust with custom Pink String Diamond Dial+ Rubies on a Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust with custom Pink String Diamond Dial+ Rubies on a Bezel+Diamond Lugs 68274
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
$7,019 / item
Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust 69173 with Custom Diamond Bezel SS White Color Dial with Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 26mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel SS White Color Dial with Diamonds Deployment buckle
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41 mm Two Tone Yellow Watch Custom Set Diamond Bezel 116333
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
steel and 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Custom Diamond Set, 18K Gold Plated Dial: Black dial The sale includes
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41 mm 2Tone Yellow Watch Custom Set Diamond Bezel 116333 Black
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
steel and 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Custom Diamond Set, 18K Gold Plated Dial: Black dial The sale includes
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41 mm 2Tone Yellow Watch Custom Set Diamond Bezel 116333 Black
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
steel and 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Custom Diamond Set, 18K Gold Plated Dial: Black dial The sale includes
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41 mm 2Tone Yellow Watch Custom Set Diamond Bezel 116333 Silver
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
steel and 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Custom Diamond Set, 18K Gold Plated Dial: Silver dial The sale includes
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Red Dial and Engine Turned Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic vintage Rolex has a custom finished
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Orange Dial Engine Turned Bezel 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
original engine turned bezel. The custom orange dial is perfect for any occasion and will match well with
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Air King with Machined Bezel Custom Finished Green Dial 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic vintage Rolex has a custom dial made by
Rolex 36mm Datejust S/S Silver Index Dial with Custom Diamond Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial with Custom Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Jubilee Hidden
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$35,684 / item
Dm 1.62 in
Rolex Datejust II 41 Two Tone Yellow Custom Diamond Watch Original Fluted Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust II 116333 Two Tone Yellow Custom Diamond Watch Original Fluted Bezel Original
Diamond, Stainless Steel, Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Custom Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial and Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Perpetual Date has a custom made Mother of Pearl diamond dial and diamond bezel, made to Rolex of
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$7,019 / item
Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust with Custom Diamond Bezel SS Jubilee Black Color Dial Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 26mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel SS Jubilee Black Color Dial Deployment buckle 69173
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$6,500
W 1.42 in L 1.74 in
Rolex Stainless Steel White Gold Bezel Datejust with Custom Pink Dial 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
classic vintage Rolex Datejust has a custom made dial, made to Rolex of Switzerland specifications. All
$8,184 / item
Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust With custom Diamond bezel White MOP Mother Of Pearl Dial 69160
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 26mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel White MOP Mother Of Pearl 8 + 2 Dial Bezel and Lugs
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$16,380 / item
Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Rose Watch Oyster Band Custom Diamond Bezel Watch 116231
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Rose Watch Oyster Band Custom Diamond Bezel Black Dial Watch 116231
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
$7,019 / item
Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust With custom Diamond bezel SS Black Color with Diamond Dial 69174
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 26mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel SS Black Color String Diamond Accent Dia Deployment
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$9,944 / item
Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust Pink Mother of Pearl Dial Custom Set Diamond Bezel & Lugs Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Pink Mother Of Pearl Dial Custom Set Diamond Bezel & Lugs Jubilee Bracelet
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$17,549 / item
Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Rose Watch Jubilee Band Custom Diamond Bezel MOP
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 36mm Two Tone Rose Watch Jubilee Band Custom Diamond Bezel MOP Dial 116201 This
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Diamond Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1520 DIAL / HANDS: Custom Made Green Dial with Diamond Bezel and
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust with Rare Polished Bezel Custom Green Dial from 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
classic Rolex Datejust is fitted with the original factory dial with custom Hunter green dial finish and
Rolex Steel Datejust with Original Machined Bezel and Custom Purple Dial Mid 60s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic vintage Rolex has a custom dial made by our
Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Diamond Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
a custom finished dial made by our specialty custom dial house. It is made to "Rolex of Switzerland
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Pink Diamond Dial and Diamond Bezel 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Rolex has a custom finished diamond dial made by our specialty custom dial house. It is made to "Rolex
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Blue Dial with Baton Markers and Custom Made Diamond and Sapphire Bezel / Baton Hands ATTACHMENT
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Blue Dial And Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Dial with Baton Markers and Custom Made Diamond and Sapphire Bezel / Baton Hands ATTACHMENT / BRACELET
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom MOP Dial And Diamond Bezel circa 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Rolex has a custom finished dial made by our specialty custom dial house. It is made to "Rolex of
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust With Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1570 DIAL / HANDS: Custom Made Green Dial with Diamond Bezel and
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust With Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1570 DIAL / HANDS: Custom Made Green Dial with Diamond Bezel and
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust With Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1570 DIAL / HANDS: Custom Made Green Dial with Diamond Bezel and
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom MOP Dial And Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
vintage Rolex has a custom finished dial made by our specialty custom dial house. It is made to "Rolex of
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom MOP Dial And Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
vintage Rolex has a custom finished dial made by our specialty custom dial house. It is made to "Rolex of
Stainless 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.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
The black-and-white Rolex Daytona is arguably the most famous panda-style watch.
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
This model was designed for lefties.
Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller of Rolex watches is highly vetted.
From understanding the models to choosing among vintage, pre-owned and new watches, here’s our expert advice on finding the best Rolex for you.
As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.