Rolex Sea-Dweller Double Red Vintage Stainless Steel Matte Black Mark III 1665
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual "Double Red Sea-Dweller" Vintage Men's Wristwatch, matte
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Day Date 1803 36mm Pie Pan Matte Black Dial 18k Yellow Gold Leather Strap
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Yellow Gold Fluted Dial: Matte Black Pie Pan Dial Crystal: Acrylic Case Size: 36mm
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rare Vintage Comex Submariner Matte Black Dial 5514
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
original Pre-Comex matte black dial with applied hour markers and a stainless steel bi-directional rotating
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust NOS Florentine Finish Matte Black Dial 1611
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm NOS Datejust in yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a matt black dial with applied hour markers
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner Date Vintage Gents Stainless Steel Matte Black Dial 1680
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, matte black dial with
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Steve McQueen Steel Matte Black Dial Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Stainless Steel Steve McQueen Explorer II Vintage Gents Wristwatch, matte black dial with hour
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Steve McQueen Vintage Stainless Steel Matte Black Dial 1655
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40 mm Stainless Steel Explorer II Steve McQueen Vintage Gents Wristwatch, original matte black
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Steve McQueen Vintage Stainless Steel Matte Black Dial 1655
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Stainless Steel Explorer II Steve McQueen Vintage Gents Wristwatch, matte black dial with hour
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 0.5 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Submariner Black Matte Patina Dial Steel Automatic Men’s 1983 Watch 16800
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Submariner 16800 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an
Rolex Submariner Non-Date Vintage Gents Stainless Steel Matte Black Dial B&P 551
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40 mm Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Submariner Non-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, matte black
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm Everose Gold Watch 116655
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, PA
that has earned a large following. It features a modern design with its matte black Cerachrom bezel
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Yacht-Master Everose Gold Rubber Strap Watch 116655
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, PA
that has earned a large following. It features a modern design with its matte black Cerachrom bezel
Rare Rolex Day-Date Vintage Gents 18 Karat Red Gold Matte Black Dial 6612
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 1957 36 mm Rare 18k Red Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, refinished matte
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Vintage 6426 Men's Watch Matte Black Silver Print
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oyster Vintage 6426 Men's Watch Matte Black Silver Print 36MM
Rolex Vintage White Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Black Matte Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Factory Black Matte Dial with Silver Applied Stick Markers
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 1600 Matte Black Rare Automatic 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jubilee
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust 1600 Matte Black Rare Automatic 18k Yellow Gold Jubilee 36mm
Rolex Stainless Steel Black Dial Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1603
By Rolex
Located in Westlake Village, CA
Movement Rolex, self winding caliber 1560 Dial Original matte black, stick markers Band Original Rolex
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Precision Reference 8940 Watch, 1977
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
movement. 35mm x 41mm lug to lug (1.38 in. x 1.61 in.) - Featured on a 100% Genuine Alligator Matte Black
Rolex SS Explorer II serial # 3.8 million production circa 1974
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Explorer II serial # 3.8 million production circa 1974. Very clean original matte black
Rolex Yellow Gold Black Matte Dial Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Factory Black Matte Dial Circa 1968 Handmade Custom Black Leather Strap with White Contrast Stitching
18k Gold
Bulgari Antique Coin Monete Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold ancient coin, link chain necklace by Bulgari. Measurements: Length: Necklace is 17" Long Center Piece Width is 23mm Weight: 111.8 grams Coin: Campania-Neapolis 4th-3...
Yellow Gold
Day-Date Rose Gold 40mm Olive green with box and papers
By Rolex
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
*We can have it new or second hand You can request more info* Prices will vary- Instantly recognizable, its unique design has forged its identity. At its launch, the Day-Date was t...
Gold, Rose Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph Chocolate 26331OR.OO.1220OR.02 NEW
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Truly unworn piece. Brushed finished 18kt rose gold case & bracelet with polished beveled corners. Brushed finished 18kt rose gold case octagon design bezel, secured with 8 polis...
Rose Gold
Rolex Day Date 40 Presidential 228348RBR Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Dial Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Day Date 40 Presidential 228348RBR Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Dial Bezel The Rolex Yellow Gold President Day Date 40 228348RBR is a wristwatch with an analog display. It has ...
Yellow Gold
Rolex GMT-Master II 18K Yellow Gold Jubilee Black Dial Men Watch 126718
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in mint condition. Comes with the original box and papers.
Yellow Gold
$26,574
H 1.54 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.54 in
Rare Rolex Cellini Time 18k Rose Gold Black Diamond Dial Men Watch 50605RBR
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in mint condition. Comes with the original box and papers. Very unique beautiful watch. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Cellini Time Model Number: 50605RBR Type: ...
Rose Gold
$68,499
H 1.58 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.58 in
Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar 18k White Gold Cream Dial Mens Watch 5320G-001
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned, like-new condition. Comes with an original box and a full paper set. Retail for $101,100 USD. General Information Department: Men Style: Luxury Model Name: Perpetual Cale...
White Gold
Rolex Day-Date II 218238
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A yellow gold Day-Date II by Rolex. Featuring a white dial with roman applied numerals and a fluted yellow gold bezel. Fitted with a sapphire glass, a self-winding automatic movement...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$40,823
H 1.58 in W 0.5 in Dm 1.58 in
Unworn Rolex Daytona 40mm Steel Ceramic White Dial Panda Oyster Watch 116500LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. 2023 card. Box and papers included. General Information: Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Name: Rolex Daytona 116500LN Model Number: 116500LN Country/Reg...
Steel
Rolex Daytona NOS APH Black Dial 116520
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
The predecessor to the 116500LN, this unworn stainless steel Cosmograph Daytona NOS by Rolex. Featuring a unique APH error black dial, a tachymetric scale, three chronograph counters...
Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Volcano Fully Ice Out Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Volcano Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch 26170ST.OO.D101CR Even among Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshores, the “Volcano” is a stan...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
TIFFANY & CO. SCHLUMBERGER 18k Gold Cufflinks Studs Set
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Step into the timeless elegance of the 1980s with this exquisite set of Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger studded and textured 18k gold cufflinks and studs. Designed by the legendary Jean S...
18k Gold
Rolex NOS Daytona Black APH Dial 116520
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
The predecessor to the 116500LN, this stainless steel Cosmograph Daytona by Rolex. Featuring a unique APH error black dial, a tachymetric scale, three chronograph counters and pusher...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Antique Edwardian Linen Enamel & Diamond Cufflinks and Studs Set W/ Box
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stones:-- 188 Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Single & Old European Cut - Pave Set - Fine White Color 10 White Linen Enamel - Square Shape - White Color Material: Solid 18k Yellow ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Rolex Day-Date 40 Rose Gold 228235
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning unworn Day-Date, crafted in 18k rose gold by Rolex. Featuring a sun dust stripe motif dial with applied hour markers. Complementing the dial is a fixed rose gold fluted be...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
$51,750
H 40 in W 11 in Dm 40 in
Rolex Yacht-Master Custom Rainbow Bezel Black Dial Everose Gold Watch 116655
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned and in excellent condition. Please note that the rainbow bezel is custom-made. Comes with 2 year chronostore warranty. General Information: Brand: Rolex Gender: Men's Wei...
Rose Gold
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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This model was designed for lefties.
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These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.