Military Dial Watches
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Steel, Stainless Steel
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Antique 1890s Wrist Watches
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Gold-filled
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches
Antique 1890s American Pocket Watches
Antique 1890s North American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches
Antique 1880s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Gold-filled
Vintage 1940s British Wrist Watches
Steel
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Steel
20th Century Pocket Watches
Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel, Steel
Vintage 1920s Swiss Wrist Watches
Steel
Vintage 1930s Swiss Pocket Watches
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Gold-filled
Vintage 1940s European Wrist Watches
Steel
Vintage 1950s Swiss Post-War Wrist Watches
Vintage 1940s American Pocket Watches
Other
Vintage 1920s American Wrist Watches
Gold-filled
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Modernist Wrist Watches
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Gold-filled
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Vintage 1910s Swiss Wrist Watches
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1940s American Pocket Watches
Steel
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pocket Watches
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Antique 1890s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage 1910s American Victorian Wrist Watches
Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Gold-filled
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
14k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Wrist Watches
Gold Plate, Steel
Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Steel
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Steel
Early 2000s Japanese Wrist Watches
Steel
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Steel
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Steel
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Steel
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Gold-filled
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
2010s Wrist Watches
Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Silver
Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
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Finding the Right wrist-watches for You
Antique, new and vintage 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, new and vintage wristwatches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023There are no specific criteria for what makes a military watch a military watch. However, people may call watches "military" if they resist damage due to shocks, are highly waterproof, accurate and easy to read in extreme environments. On 1stDibs, find a selection of military watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023There isn't one specific brand or model of watch that the military uses. Generally, members of the military wear watches that are durable, waterproof, shockproof and accurate in the field. Shop a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a California Watch Dial?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A California watch dial is a clock face featuring half Roman numerals (generally for 10 o’clock to 2 o’clock) and half Arabic numerals (generally for 4 o’clock to 8 o’clock). A dash might replace the hours of 3, 6, and 9 — instead of the comparatively unexciting numerical representation — and an inverted triangle might be used to represent the hour of 12. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary watches.
- What is a matte dial on a watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A matte dial of a watch refers to the finish, which is flat in appearance, in comparison with its glossier counterparts which have a shine to their finish. The lume plots are typically painted on, instead of being applied. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The main dial on a Daytona watch is the time in hours and minutes, and the three smaller dials are timers. The one at the bottom is a 30-second timer, while the right and left dials are 30-minutes and 12-hour timers, respectively. Find a collection of Rolex Daytona watches on 1stDibs.
- Did Omega make military watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 4, 2024Yes, Omega has made military watches. In 1917, the British Royal Flying Corps designated Omega as an official supplier, and during World War II it became the principal watch supplier for the British forces and their allies. These commissions further strengthened Omega’s commitment to ensuring its products’ reliability under extreme conditions.
In 1948, Omega launched the versatile Seamaster. Developed as a dive watch, the Seamaster proved its durability at high altitudes and freezing temperatures, as well. While the Omega Seamaster is known as a dive watch, it wasn’t originally made for divers. Introduced in 1948, it was marketed as a dress watch for posh modern gentlemen and featured new waterproofing technology developed by the firm during World War II.
Thanks in part to its rugged reputation and Omega’s links to the British military, it became James Bond’s watch of choice in 1995, appearing in GoldenEye and every succeeding Bond movie; it returned in 2021’s No Time to Die. To commemorate the partnership, the firm created 007 editions of the Seamaster. Nevertheless, the most famous Omega by far is the Speedmaster, introduced in 1957. The first chronograph to display its tachymeter scale on the bezel instead of the dial for easier readability, it was quickly adopted by engineers and scientists.
Find vintage Omega watches on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The three dials on a chronograph watch vary. Generally, the dials are 30-second, 60-minute and 12-hour timers used to precisely track time, but some timepieces may have different dials. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of chronograph watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022On a watch, a “tropical dial” is one that was originally black in color but has since faded to a deep brown color. Rather than being viewed as a design flaw, a tropical dial is believed by some to give a timepiece more value by adding one-of-a-kind character. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of tropical-dial watches.
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