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Bucherer Chrono Chrono Men's Vintage Watch in Stainless Steel
By Bucherer
Located in New York, NY
Bucherer Chrono Chrono Men's Vintage Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 107516 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

1979 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Watch, Automatic, Date - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1979 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens Vintage Watch, Automatic, Date - Stainless Steel
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona 6263 Big Red Men's Vintage Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Daytona 6263 Mens Watch. 37mm stainless steel case. Black acrylic bezel with tachymetric
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1971 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Watch with Automatic Cal. 565 Movement
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1971 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens Vintage Watch with Automatic Cal. 565 Movement and Royal
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1969 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Watch with Automatic Cal. 565 Movement
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1969 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens Vintage Watch with Automatic Cal. 565 Movement and Wine
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1969 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Watch with Automatic Cal. 552 Movement - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1969 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens Vintage Watch with Automatic Cal. 552 Movement
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1969 Omega Seamaster Compressor Mens Vintage Watch with Cal. 565 and Emerald Dia
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1969 OMEGA SEAMASTER COMPRESSOR Mens Vintage Watch with Cal. 565 and Emerald Dial
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Men’s Vintage International Watch Company 18 Karat Gold Wrist Watch
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Schaffhausen vintage International Watch Co. (IWC), circa 1950s. 18-karat yellow gold watch with
Category

Vintage 1950s American More Clocks

Materials

Gold

Vintage Concord Mariner SG Ref. 15.72.115.V13 Men's Quartz Date Watch
By Concord Watch
Located in New York, NY
A sleek Concord Watch from the 20th century, featuring a distinctive octagonal case with a black
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1969 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens Vintage Cal. 565 Stainless Steel Watch
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1969 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens Vintage Watch with Automatic Cal. 565 Movement and Royal
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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
Category

Vintage 1960s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Vintage Rolex Thunderbird Turnograph Men's Watch 1625
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Thunderbird Turnograph Men's Watch 1625 - Automatic winding; acrylic crystal
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

IWC Ingenieur Stainless Steel Vintage Mens Watch
By IWC
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
IWC Ingenieur Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bezel. Silver dial with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rodania Men's Watch 17 Jewel Swiss
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage Rodania Swiss watch for men. 17 Jewels, manual wind ,leather strap. Case #5987, gold-plated
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Vintage Helbros Military Style Men's Wrist Watch
By Helbros
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Authentic WWII era, this 33mm steel case Helbros Wrist Watch evokes true vintage feel. Manual wind
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Lucien Piccard 14k White Gold Men's Watch
By Lucien Piccard
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Lucien Piccard men's watch exudes timeless refinement with its minimalist design and
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual Ovetone Men's Watch 6105
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual Ovetone Men's Watch 6105 - Automatic winding with date. Stainless
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Gallet Aerographic Valjoux 72 Chronograph Men's Watch
Located in New York, NY
This Aerographic chronograph is a striking timepiece that blends vintage-inspired design with
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Men's Gold Watch Ref. 570
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Men's Gold Watch Ref. 570 - Manual wind, Caliber 27 SC. 18K Yellow
Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Vintage Bucherer Chronograph Hand Wind Men's Watch Lemania 1280
By Bucherer
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Bucherer stainless steel chronograph hand-wind men's watch is a standout piece that
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Omega Constellation Two-Tone Stainless Quartz Men's Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Omega Constellation men’s watch features a sleek two-tone stainless steel design with
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1957 IWC Vintage Mens Cal. 89 Dress Watch - Platinum
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1957 IWC Vintage Mens Cal. 89 Dress Watch - Platinum Gorgeous Restored Condition
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

14k MOVADO Rectangle Manual Watch. Antique Mens Movado Vintage Tank Wrist Watch
By Movado
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Extremely Rare MOVADO 14k Watch. The case is 14k Rose Gold. Manual windup. Vintage Leather Band. Condition
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Bulgari Mens Watch. Vintage Bulgari BVLGARI Solotempo ST37S Automatic
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Readout: Analog Genuine Bulgari Mens Watch Solotempo RT 37 S.
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

1969 Omega Constellation Vintage Mens Large Automatic Chronometer Watch
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
with a 5.0 star rating. 1970 OMEGA CONSTELLATION Vintage Mens Large Automatic Chronometer Watch, Day
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster Vintage Mens Stainless Steel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Boston, MA
stainless steel, featuring an automatic movement. The watch showcases a silver sunburst dial adorned with
Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Omega Seamaster Automatic Men's Watch Ref 2846-7SC
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
vintage condition, running well. Item #: BR-1555-032625-06
Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Vintage LeCoultre 14k Yellow Gold Hand Wind Men's Watch
Located in New York, NY
Size: 7 1/2" Weight: 27 Grams Condition: Good vintage condition, running wel.. Item #: BR-1555-032625
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

14K White Gold Men's Vintage Longines Diamond Dial Watch
By Longines
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's vintage Longines wristwatch with 14k white gold case and diamond dial. The inside of the case
Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Seiko World Time Automatic Men's Watch Ref. 6117-6409
By Seiko
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Seiko World Time men's watch, reference 6117-6409, is a classic from the golden age of
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 14k Rose Gold Landeron L48 Men's Chronograph Watch
Located in New York, NY
Movement Maker: Landeron Movement: Mechanical Hand Wind Reference Number: L48 Case Size: 38mm Size: 8 Inches Material: 14k Rose Gold Weight: 46.4 grams
Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Longines President Washington 14k Yellow Gold Men's Watch
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
Comes with original box and papers Brand: Longines Model: President Washington Caliber: 22L Case Size: 33mm Movement: Manual Bracelet Size: 7.75" Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: ...
Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Zodiac Automatic Men's Blue Dial Date 722-913 Vintage Watch
By Zodiac
Located in Toronto, CA
:Fits a wrist up to approx 20 cm Gender: men's Watch Condition: In Good condition, With Little wear
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1963 Omega Seamaster 600 Vintage Mens Handwound Watch - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1963 OMEGA SEAMASTER 600 Vintage Mens Handwound Watch - Stainless Steel Gorgeous
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1940's Gallet Vintage Regulator Mens Chronograph Watch - Stainless Steel
By Gallet
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1940's GALLET Vintage Regulator Mens Chronograph Watch - Stainless Steel Cool
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1935 Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Mens Tear Drop Watch - 14K Gold
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1935 VACHERON & CONSTANTIN Vintage Mens Tear Drop Watch - 14K Gold Tear Drop Lugs
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

1966 Omega Constellation "C" Chronometer Vintage Mens Watch - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1966 OMEGA Constellation "C" Chronometer Vintage Mens Watch - Stainless Steel
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1960's Ulysse Nardin Vintage Mens Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
By Ulysse Nardin
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1960's ULYSSE NARDIN Vintage Mens Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel Beautiful
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1991 Tudor (Rolex) Prince Oysterdate Vintage Mens Ref. 74000 Watch
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
with a 5.0 star rating. 1991 TUDOR (Rolex) PRINCE OYSTERDATE Vintage Mens Ref. 74000 Watch - Stainless
Category

1990s Swiss Tudor Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1958 IWC Vintage Mens Handwound Watch, Caliber 89 - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1958 IWC Vintage Mens Handwound Watch, Caliber 89 - Stainless Steel Gorgeous
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1969 Omega Constellation Vintage Mens Automatic Chronometer Watch, Date - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
with a 5.0 star rating. 1969 OMEGA CONSTELLATION Vintage Mens Automatic Chronometer Watch, Date
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Movado Ermetoscope Men's Hand Wind Date Travel Pocket Watch
By Movado
Located in New York, NY
This distinctive Movado Ermetoscope watch boasts a unique sliding case design with a textured black
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

1957 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 852 Automatic - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
1957 IWC Vintage Mens Watch, Cal. 852 Automatic - Stainless Steel Gorgeous Restored Condition
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster 600 Vintage Mens Wrist Watch in Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Boston, MA
case measures 34mm in width, featuring a smooth bezel that complements the watch's sleek design. The
Category

Vintage 1960s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Girard-Perregaux "Vintage 1945" Men's Stainless Steel Watch Ref. 2593
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Dallas, TX
Girard-Perregaux "Vintage 1945" Men's Stainless Steel Watch Ref. 2593 - Automatic winding
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Jaeger LeCoultre Vintage WWII Military Mens Radium Numeral Wrist Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Boston, MA
-LeCoultre's craftsmanship. The watch, dating to 1943, features luminous hands that enhance its functionality
Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Submariner Black Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 Feet First
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Black Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 Feet First - Automatic winding
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rado Berard 700 Automatic Date Steel Men Wrist Watch Vintage 70s
By RADO
Located in Toronto, CA
the pics Band Size : Will Fit a Wrist Up To 19 cm Gender: Men's watch/Unisex Watch Condition: Used
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rado NCC 303 Day Date Automatic Men's Watch Ref. 11949
By RADO
Located in New York, NY
Bold and unapologetically retro, this Rado NCC 303 men’s watch (Ref. 11949) captures the
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1933 Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Mens Art Deco Rectangular Watch - 18K Gold
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1933 VACHERON & CONSTANTIN Vintage Mens Art Deco Rectangular Watch - 18K Gold
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1956 Rolex Oysterdate Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1956 ROLEX OYSTERDATE Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - Stainless
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1973 Omega Geneve Vintage Mens Byzantine Blue Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1973 OMEGA GENEVE Vintage Mens Byzantine Blue Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1964 Omega Vintage Mens Cal. 560 Stainless Steel Watch, Automatic, Date
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1964 Omega Vintage Mens Cal. 560 Stainless Steel Watch, Automatic, Date - Rare
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1971 Omega Constellation "C" Chronometer Vintage Mens Calendar Date Watch - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1971 OMEGA Constellation "C" Chronometer Vintage Mens Calendar Date Watch
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1950's VULCAIN CRICKET Vintage Mens "Watch of Presidents" - 18K Gold
By Vulcain
Located in Suwanee, GA
with a 5.0 star rating. 1950's VULCAIN CRICKET Vintage Mens "Watch of Presidents" - 18K Gold
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1968 Omega Seamaster Vintage Mens Handwound Watch with Navy Blue Dial
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1968 OMEGA SEAMASTER Vintage Mens Handwound Watch with Navy Blue Dial - Stainless
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1968 Omega Seamaster Cosmic Vintage Mens Retro Golden Yellow Watch - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1968 OMEGA SEAMASTER COSMIC Vintage Mens Retro Golden Yellow Watch - Stainless
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1954 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Classic Vintage Mens Automatic Watch with Bubbleback
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1954 ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL Classic Vintage Mens Automatic Watch with Bubbleback
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Mens Vintage Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of mens vintage watches for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Stainless Steel and Steel, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 488 vintage versions or 45 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of mens vintage watches includes designs that are universally popular, but Modern and Retro styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Rolex, Omega and Patek Philippe are consistently popular. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 2, are particularly popular. There are many round cut, baguette cut and cabochon mens vintage watches for sale. Most of our mens vintage watches for sale are for men, but there are 49 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much are Mens Vintage Watches?

Prices for mens vintage watches start at $234 and top out at $71,800 with these watches, on average, selling for $4,500.

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 Mens Vintage Watches
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Yes, men can wear rectangular watches. The truth is that men can wear any shape of timepiece they find appealing. In fact, over the years, watch blogs and the fashion press have hinted at the rising profile of non-round watch shapes. Called shaped or form watches, catchall terms for any non-round models, these less-common designs run the geometrical gamut from square and rectangular to barrel, cushion, oval, trapezoidal or completely asymmetrical. On 1stDibs, find a variety of men's watches from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    Yes, men can wear mother-of-pearl watches. In fact, there are many men's watches that feature mother-of-pearl dials. Examples include the Rolex Datejust 36 Mother of Pearl, the Breitling Galactic 41 Mother of Pearl Dial, the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Mother of Pearl and the Tissot Le Locle Mother of Pearl. There are no rules when it comes to men's watches, so feel free to wear any timepiece that appeals to you. Explore a variety of mother-of-pearl watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    No, the Cartier Tank Solo is not a men’s watch. The French luxury watchmaker designed the Tank Solo as a timepiece for both men and women and created it in three sizes to suit a variety of wrists. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Cartier Tank watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    There is no single most sought-after vintage watch. Trends in collecting do vary over time, but some watches have reached an iconic status and tend to remain popular among collectors year after year. Examples of such watches include the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513, the Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 105.003, the TAG Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B, Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 5402, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921, the Longines 13ZN Chronograph, the Zenith El Primero Ref. A384, the Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928, the Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806, the IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002, the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Breguet Type XX, the Universal Genève Polerouter, the Seiko 6139 "Pogue," the Hamilton Ventura and the Omega Seamaster 300 Ref. 165.014. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    To determine how old your vintage watch is, first do some research using trusted online resources. Start by looking at the back of your watch to see if there are any numbers, such as serial or model numbers. Cross-referencing these numbers with online reference guides can often give you a rough idea of when a watch was produced. If you can't find any type of identifying number, you can learn more about the maker to find out when it crafted similar watches or have a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you with the dating process. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    A vintage-style watch is a contemporary timepiece with a design that draws inspiration from watches produced in previous eras. To be considered a vintage watch rather than a vintage-style watch, a timepiece must be at least 20 years old. Antique watches are at least 100 years old. Explore a wide variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The easiest way to determine if a watch is vintage is to look for a date on the back. If the date is more than 20 years old, the timepiece would be considered vintage. If a watch lacks a date, a certified appraiser has the knowledge and experience needed to determine its age. Find a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To identify your vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. Those made before 1944 have seven-digit numbers; from 1944 on, the numbers have eight digits. On vintage models, the serial number is engraved on the inside of the case back.You can cross-reference this number online to find out what model your watch is. Explore a wide variety of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    All Elgin watches are at least vintage, if not antiques. In the 1960s, the Elgin National Watch Company discontinued its watch production, and by the 1980s, the Elgin brand was phased out completely by the company it had previously merged with. Since any timepiece between 20 and 99 years old is vintage, many Elgin watches fall under that category. Any Elgin watch that is 100 years old or older is antique. You can identify an antique Elgin watch using the serial number, which you'll find inside the movement. By cross-referencing the serial number found on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources, you can identify its year of production. If your watch doesn't have a serial number, it was likely produced in the 18th century, making it an antique. If you'd like assistance with dating your watch, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Elgin watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To date a vintage LeCoultre watch, the best approach is to use the serial number. You can cross-reference the number on your timepiece to information published on trusted online resources to determine its year of production. The serial number appears on the watch's movement, so it's necessary to remove the case back to examine it. If you're unfamiliar with how to do this safely, you may wish to have an authorized repair person open your watch. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Jaeger-LeCoultre watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify a vintage Hamilton watch, grab a magnifying glass and look for its model number, serial number and case number. Most timepieces produced by Hamilton will display one, two or all three of these numbers. The model and case numbers generally appear on the back of the case, and you can usually find the serial number on the lugs. You can enter these numbers into the search tool on the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors's official website to learn about your watch's age, style name and other characteristics. If you have any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of vintage Hamilton watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    To identify a vintage Omega watch, first find its serial number. On most vintage timepieces, this number appears on the inside of the caseback. By cross-referencing the number with the information provided by trusted online resources, you can learn what model your watch is and discover other details like its ownership history. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Omega watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Seiko watches include a few different identifying marks. Before 1970, serial numbers were seven digits, and limited-edition models had a piece number. Modern Seiko watches have a six-digit serial number, which includes the manufacturing date. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Seiko watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some old vintage watches are worth something. There is often a market for vintage pieces from well-known watchmakers, such as Patek Philippe, Omega, Rolex, TAG Heuer, Audemars Piguet, Longines and Breitling. Generally, the maker, type, materials, age and condition will largely determine the potential value of a vintage timepiece. If you'd like to find out how much your watch may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. Explore a variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can check if your vintage Omega watch is the real deal by cross-referencing the serial number stamped on the watch. The serial number is seven to eight digits long, and if it doesn’t match the company’s database, this is a serious red flag that can indicate that the piece is fake. You can also shop expertly vetted vintage Omega watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    Many watch lovers believe that vintage Cartier watches are a good investment. French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the best-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, many people only used pocket watches.) Louis Cartier designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to check the time more easily while flying. Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, inspired by the linear forms of World War I military tanks, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Cartier watches and other watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To authenticate a vintage Cartier watch, remove the case back and you’ll see the brand name inscribed. “CARTIER” is located at the seven o’clock or ten o’clock markers and “SWISS MADE” under the six o’clock marker on genuine watches. Counterfeiters often omit these details or even spell the brand name wrong. Cartier watches have a substantial weight due to the high quality materials used to craft the timepiece, and a lightweight watch could be an indication that your piece is a fake. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of genuine Cartier timepieces from some of the world’s top sellers.