Rolex GMT-Master Rare Nipple Tropical Dial 1675
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare vintage Rolex GMT-Master reference 1675, dating to circa 1978. This remarkable example
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex GMT-Master Rare Nipple Tropical Dial 1675
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare vintage Rolex GMT-Master reference 1675, dating to circa 1978. This remarkable example
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex GMT Master Stainless Steel Blue Red Bezel, Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Queens, NY
Rolex GMT Master Stainless Steel Blue Red Bezel, reference no. 1675 with black dial, luminous
Stainless Steel
1971 Rolex GMT Master 18k Brown Dial Ref. 1675/8
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
A GMT Master in Gold A distinguished expression of Rolex's golden age of sports watches, this 1971
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi 1675 40mm Red Blue Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1675 Serial: 316**** Year: 1973 Model: Rolex GMT-Master Case Material
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master Watch Ref 1675, "Pepsi' Dial, Circa 1973. Service Papers.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and rare Rolex GMT Master, reference 1675, features a 40mm stainless steel case with
Rolex GMT-Master 1675
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Extremely rare Rolex GMT-Master 1675 with a matte brown "nipple" dial in 14k & stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master II 1675, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex GMT Master II Reference #: 1675. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 40 MM
Unavailable
H 0.52 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.58 in L 7.25 in
Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi 16750 6.1Million Serial Black Dial Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi 16750 6.1Million Serial Black Dial Automatic Watch 40mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master 1675 Nipple Dial Men's Automatic Vintage Watch Two Tone
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex GMT-Master 1675 Nipple Dial Mens Automatic Vintage Watch Two Tone 40mm
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.52 in Dm 1.58 in L 7.49 in
Rolex GMT Master 1675 Mark V 5 Vintage Pepsi Automatic Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex GMT Master 1675 Mark V 5 Vintage Pepsi Automatic Mens Watch 40MM
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.44 in Dm 1.58 in L 7.75 in
Rolex GMT-Master Rare Vintage Nipple Enamel Dial 18k Yellow Gold Jubilee
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex GMT-Master Rare Vintage Nipple Enamel Dial 18k Yellow Gold Jubilee 40mm
Rolex GMT Master Chocolate "Nipple" Dial 18k Yellow Gold Watch, Ref. 1675
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Although the Rolex GMT-Master was designed essentially for professional use, its combination of
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.52 in Dm 1.58 in L 7.5 in
Rolex GMT-Master Root Beer 1675 Automatic 18K TT Watch Matt Nipple Dial W/Papers
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex GMT-MASTER Root Beer 1675 AUTOMATIC 18K TT WATCH MATT NIPPLE DIAL W/PAPERS
Rolex Vintage 1970 GMT Master 1675 Pepsi Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
All Original Stainless Steel Vintage Rolex GMT Master Pepsi (40 mm case) with Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Stainless Steel GMT-MASTER Ref. 1675 circa 1970
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A beautiful "Pepsi Dial" GMT-Master from 1970, all components kept in excellent condition. This
Stainless Steel
Peruvian Army Issued GMT Master by Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Stainless Steel Peruvian Army Issued GMT Master by Rolex
Rolex 1675 GMT-Master Vintage Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 1675 Model: GMT-Master (root beer) Case Material: Stainless steel Case Diameter
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rolex mint 18k yellow gold GMT-Master in mint, original condition with rare original silver font
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi Stainless Steel 1675
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5407 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: GMT-Master Model Ref: 1675 Age: 6th February 1979 Gender
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Pepsi Bezel GMT Master Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex Model: GMT Master MPN: 1675 Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40 mm Bezel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT Master Pepsi Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: GMT / Ref. 1675 METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT Master Pepsi Bezel Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: GMT / Ref. 1675 METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex Yellow Gold GMT Master Jubilee Bracelet Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York City, NY
Highly sought after Rolex 18k yellow gold GMT-Master wristwatch. It features a sapphire crystal and
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex GMT Master reference 1675 (1675/8 internally to Rolex) 'Root Beer', 1972
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our very rare Rolex GMT Master reference 1675 (1675/8 internally to Rolex) features a 18k yellow
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date GMT Master ll 16713 Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date GMT Master ll 16713 Mens Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Bi
Rolex Yellow Gold and Silver GMT-Master Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
1970 Rolex GMT - Master Reference 1675 "Root Beer" 40 M.M Stainless Steel Waterproof Case with
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref. 1675 circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Beloved by collectors and dapper gents worldwide, the 18k yellow gold Rolex GMT-Maser is a truly
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex GMT Master 1675, Jubilee Bracelet, Desirable/Excellent Condition 'for Age'
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our rare vintage Rolex GMT Master, reference 1675 , is presented in excellent condition for its age
ROLEX 18K Gold & Stainless Steel Vintage "Root Beer" GMT-Master
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Lightly aged brown "root beer" dial. Made in 18K, this wristwatch is in like-new condition.
-Rare Nipple Dial
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel and Gold "Nipple" Dial GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675 circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 18k yellow gold GMT-Master wristwatch with the recognizable "nipple" dial
18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch with “All Red” 24-Hour Hand
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A particularly rare variation of a stainless steel Rolex GMT-Master, Ref. 1675, circa 1970s. With
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master Brown Dial Vintage Automatic Wristwatch, Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master Vintage Gents Wristwatch, original brown nipple dial
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT Master Two Tone Black Dial Wristwatch Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex Model: GMT Master Reference: 1675 Case Material: Movement: Automatic Case
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master reference 1675 / 8 18K Yellow Gold Wristwatch, 'Root Beer' 1972
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our very rare Rolex GMT Master reference 1675 (1675/8 internally to Rolex) features a 18k yellow
Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Rolex GMT Master, ref 1675. Excellent Condition 'for age', Full Set
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our rare vintage Rolex GMT Master, reference 1675 , is presented in excellent condition for its age
Rolex 1675 'Pepsi' GMT-MASTER Tiffany Dial Vintage Watch
By Rolex for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date GMT Master 1675 Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel thin case. Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Stainless Steel GMT Master Wristwatch ref 1675, circa 1977
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, sweep seconds, date, GMT function Case: 40mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master "Pepsi" Reference 1675
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1971 Rolex GMT-Master 1675 "Pepsi" is an iconic pilot's watch introduced in 1959. It
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a beautiful Rolex stainless steel GMT-Master wristwatch, Ref. 1675, in excellent condition
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold GMT-Master Ref 16753
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex stainless steel and yellow gold GMT-Master with a rootbeer-colored dial.
Rolex Stainless Steel Blue Bezel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a rare all blue bezel Rolex GMT-Master reference 1675. Normally this reference comes with a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 16750 circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an exceptional example of a Rolex GMT-Master wristwatch, Ref. 16750, with the original box
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675 circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex 18k yellow gold GMT-Master wristwatch, Ref. 1675, in beautiful condition on a Rolex rivet
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch, circa 1970
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel GMT-Master, Ref. 1675, serial 2.6 million, circa 1970, with beautiful
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master 1675
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex GMT-Master in 18k & stainless steel with nipple dial. Auto w/ sweep seconds, date and dual
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Steel Gmt-Master ref. 1675 circa 1970/71
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Gmt-Master ref 1675 circa 1970/71, original matte dial lightly aged, gently faded bezel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Gold Gmt-Master
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS/18K YG GMT ref 16753 serial # 6.4 million circa 1980. Great looking original early
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
ROLEX Stainless Steel and Gold GMT-Master Ref 1675 circa 1970
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 14k yellow gold GMT-Master wristwatch, Ref. 1675, dual time zone model
Stainless Steel, 14k Gold
Rolex Steel & Gold Gmt-Master Rootbeer Dial circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS/14K YG GMT with original Rootbeer dial with applied rivet style indexes with gold mercedes
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
Rolex GMT Master Pepsi 40mm 1675
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Collectible Rolex GMT Master "Pepsi" in stainless steel. Auto w/ sweep seconds, date and dual time
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master Pepsi Stainless Steel 1675
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: COM1875 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: GMT-Master Model Ref: 1675 Age: Circa 1976 Gender: Mens
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master 16753, Brown Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex GMT Master Reference #: 16753. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Brown 40 MM
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel GMT-Master wristwatch, Ref. 1675, serial number 6.0 million, circa 1978
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Steel Gmt-Master ref. 1675 circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS GMT ref #1675 serial #5.5 million circa 1978 with beautiful condition matte black original
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch circa 1972
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel GMT-Master wristwatch, Ref. 1675, serial number 3.4million, circa 1972. 40mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch ref 1675 serial #3.3 million circa 1972. 40mm diameter
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel GMT-MASTER ref 1675 circa 1977
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS GMT ref 1675 serial # 5.1 million circa 1977. Original matte black dial with ivory
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Gmt-Master ref. 1675 c. 1978
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS GMT ref # 1675 serial #: 55.5 million circa 1978 with very pleasing original matte black
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel GMT-Master, ref 1675, serial # 5.7 million, circa 1978. 39mm diameter case
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch circa 1972
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel GMT-Master wristwatch, Ref. 1675, serial number 3.2 million, circa 1972
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold GMT Master Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Milano, IT
A beautiful GMT Master 18 KT yellow gold water resistant case and revolving graduated 24 hours
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch, ref 1675 serial # 2.9 million circa 1971. 40mm
Stainless Steel
On Hold|$18,900
W 1.58 in
Rolex Oyster GMT Master Ref 1675 Mens 40mm 1970s Pepsi Bezel Automatic RA658B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The iconic Rolex GMT Master 1675 pepsi bezel automatic, c.1971, in immaculate working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Stunning Rolex signed black dial, round in...
Stainless Steel
Hermes Sunset Rainbow Sellier Birkin 35 Limited Edition Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare, limited edition Hermes 35 Birkin Sellier bag featured in Sunset Rainbow. This exquisite bag is a collectors treasures and very rare to market in new, never...
Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch in Stock
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch in Stock This is a super cool Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch. The watch is vintage but still very modern and classy. The case size...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold 18K Wristwatch 1960S
By Patek Philippe
Located in Geneva, CH
Patek Philippe Wristwatch ref. 3503/5 in 18K Gold. CIRCA: 1967 CASE NUMBER: 2650836 MOVEMENT NUMBER: 1137844 REF.: 3503 CASE MATERIAL: 18K yellow gold CASE DIMENSIONS: 30.9 mm wide ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 34.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, and details. Zoom meetings...
Yellow Diamond
Rare GUCCI Iconic Golden GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse with Bamboo Handles
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A limited edition bag by Gucci From the early 2000s years A signature piece in the famous GG Monogram Beautiful beaded Gucci bag in golden color Gucci Bamboo design handles and closu...
Vintage 9k ROLEX Watch. Rolex 9k YG 12324 Dress Watch 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Rolex Mens Watch 9k Yellow Gold Case ref.12324 Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1946 Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Gucci Leather band. 30mm round Case
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust with Custom Sage Green Dial 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 36m...
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18 Karat Yellow Gold Reference 3420 Vintage Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Baltimore, MD
Patek Philippe Calatrava 18 Karat Yellow Gold Reference 3420 Vintage Watch Circa 1960 Reference: 3420 Serial: 428591 Metal: 18k yellow gold Strap: New Spidel black leather (not origi...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner Date 16610
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFERENCE: 16610 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oyster Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: 8.25 Good...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage 1966 Steel Air-king Automatic with Sunburst Dial
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Air-King Reference 5500. 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case. Caliber 1520 Automatic, Self winding movement, excellent Mint condition Silver Satin "Sunburst"...
Steel
$95,000Sale Price|62% Off
NWT $250, 000 Rare 18KT Magnificent Fancy 23CT Yellow Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT Yellow Gold Large Glittering Fancy Cut Yellow Diamond Tennis Bracelet. Bracelet is comprised of over 23CTS Ma...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$22,395
W 1.58 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex GMT Master II Custom Meteorite Pepsi 40mm 116710LN BLRO Superman Full Set
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pristine Rolex GMT-Master II 116710LN, featuring a custom Pepsi-style Blue and Red ceramic bezel insert and a striking meteorite dial, complemented by matching hands for a truly uniq...
Stainless Steel
$144,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Commanding in presence and refined in detail, The Imperial Light solitaire signet ring is a masterclass in contemporary opulence. At its heart gleams a breathtaking 3-carat natural r...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$17,050
H 1.42 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.42 in
Vintage Rolex Day Date 36 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Custom Watch 18038
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Custom Band and buckle. Recently serviced. The movement is calibrated and keeps time well 🕰️ General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date Model Number: 18038 Type...
Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$26,795
Dm 1.58 in
VINTAGE Rolex Submariner 5512 Gilt Dial Four-Liner Stainless Steel circa 1964
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 5512 Serial: 1098*** Year: 1964 Model: Rolex Submariner (No-Date) Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Black Dial: GILT Four-Line Dial Face: Acr...
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.
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This model was designed for lefties.
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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.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.