$20,585
H 1.62 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.62 in
New 2024 Rolex Submariner Date Steel Ceramic Black Dial Men's Watch 126610LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
General Details: Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Model: Rolex
Steel
$22,770
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
NEW Rolex Yacht-Master Steel Platinum Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126622
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Department: Men Model Number: 126622 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Model: Rolex Yacht-Master
Steel, Stainless Steel
$23,400
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
New Rolex Yacht-Maste Steel Platinum Rhodium Dial Automatic Men Watch 126622
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Original box and papers are included. * Free Domestic Express Shipping * Five-year
Platinum, Steel
$28,460
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
New Rolex GMT-Master II Batgirl Steel Jubilee Black Dial Mens Watch 126710BLNR
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Box and papers are included. 5 year Rolex warranty. Brand Information: Brand: Rolex
Steel
$17,825
H 1.66 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.66 in
NEW Rolex Explorer II Steel Orange Hand White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 226570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Original Box and Papers are Included. 5-year Rolex warranty. Brand and Model
Steel
$19,800
H 14.18 in W 4.73 in D 14.18 in Dm 14.18 in L 14.18 in
NEW Rolex Datejust 36mm 126234 Steel Wimbledon Dial Automatic Mens Watch B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with original box and papers.
Steel
$29,100
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
New Rolex GMT-Master II Sprite Black Dial Men Automatic Jubilee Watch 126720VTNR
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with the original box and papers. 5-year Rolex Warranty
Stainless Steel
$16,675
H 1.66 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.66 in
New Rolex Explorer II 42mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Oyster Mens Watch 226570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. The original box and papers are included. 5-year Rolex warranty. Brand and Model
Steel
NEW 2023 Rolex Air-King 40mm Green Black Stainless Steel Mens Watch 126900
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The 2023 Rolex Air-King 126900 redefines aviation-inspired design with a modern twist. Housed in a
Steel, Stainless Steel
$22,140
H 41 in W 12 in Dm 41 in
NEW Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Gold Bezel Jubilee Rhodium Dial Men Watch 126334
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
NEW. 2023 card. Comes with the original box and papers. Covered by a 5-year warranty. Brand
Steel
$41,975
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
NEW Rolex Cosmograph Daytona White Panda Dial Steel Men Watch 116500LN B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
provided by us are exclusively handled by our own certified watchmakers. Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Daytona
Steel
$12,650
H 1.42 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.42 in
NEW Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Steel Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126000 B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. The Original box and papers are included. A classic that shines in every moment. Rolex OP 36
Steel
New Rolex Sky-Dweller 18K White Gold Steel Green Dial Jubilee Mens Watch 336934
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand New. 2024 card. Box and papers are included, General Information: Brand: Rolex Type
Steel
$14,948
H 1.62 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.62 in
New Rolex Datejust 41 Stainless Steel Black Dial Mens Jubilee Watch 126300 B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with an original box and papers. 5-year Rolex warranty.
Stainless Steel, Steel
$15,180
H 1.62 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.62 in
New Rolex Datejust 41 126300 Steel Blue Roman Dial Automatic Mens Watch B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with an original box and papers. 5-year Rolex warranty.
Steel
$14,550
H 1.62 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.62 in
New Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Blue Stick Dial Automatic Mens Watch B&P 126300
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Comes with an original box and a paper. 5-year Rolex warranty.
Steel
$30,360
H 1.66 in Dm 1.66 in
New Rolex Sky Dweller 18K White Gold Steel White Dial Oyster Mens Watch 336934
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new 2024 card. Comes with the original box and papers. 5-year Rolex warranty. Brand: Rolex
Steel
$14,300
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in Dm 4.73 in L 15.75 in
New Rolex Explorer 40mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 224270 2025 B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with original box and papers.
Steel
$22,520
H 1.62 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.62 in
NEW Rolex Datejust 41 18k Rose Gold Steel Silver Motif Dial Men Watch 126301
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New 2023 card. Comes with a box and papers. 5 year Rolex warranty General Information: Brand
Steel
$37,950
H 1.66 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.66 in
NEW Rolex Sky-Dweller Steel 18K White Gold Blue Dial Automatic Men Watch 336934
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Comes with the original box and papers. 5-year Rolex warranty. * Free Shipping within
Steel
$29,730
H 1.62 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.62 in
NEW Rolex Datejust 41 18K Rose Gold Steel Diamond Sundust Dial Mens Watch 126301
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new 2023. Comes with a box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust
Steel
$20,240
H 1.62 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.62 in
NEW Rolex Datejust 41 Steel 18K White Gold White Dial Men Automatic Watch 126334
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New watch. Comes with the original box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model
Steel
$22,770
W 0.52 in Dm 1.42 in
NEW Rolex Datejust 36 18k Rose Gold Steel Slate Wimbledon Dial Mens Watch 126231
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New watch. Box and paper * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-year warranty coverage * 14-day
Rose Gold, Steel
$19,610
H 1.62 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.62 in
NEW Rolex Datejust 41 Steel & 18K White Gold Black Index Dial Mens Watch 126334
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New watch. The original box and papers are included. * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-year
Steel, Stainless Steel
$13,920
H 1.62 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.62 in
New Rolex Oyster Perpetual Steel 41mm Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch B&P 124300
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with original box and papers.
Steel
$28,748
H 1.66 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.66 in
NEW Rolex Sky-Dweller 326934 18k Gold Steel White Dial Mens Automatic Watch B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with a original box and papers.
Steel
$31,623
H 1.66 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.66 in
NEW Rolex Sky-Dweller 42mm 326934 Steel Blue Dial Automatic Men Oyster Watch B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Comes with an original box and papers.
Steel
Rolex Skydweller Two Tone Jubilee New Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New Men's Rolex Skydweller two tone jubilee bracelet box papers free overnight shipping shop
Rolex Pearlmaster Diamond Bezel Day-Date Men's Watch 18946 new
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Pearlmaster Diamond Bezel Day-Date Men's Watch model:18946 Brand new Box papers Platinum
Diamond
Unavailable
W 22 in D 15 in Dm 43 in L 177 in
Rolex Sea-Dweller 126603 Men Automatic Watch 18k New Box & Paper 43mm
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Sea-Dweller 126603 Men Automatic Watch 18k New Box & Paper 43mm
Rolex Cellini Time White Gold Diamond Bezel Rhodium Dial Mens Watch 50709RBR New
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cellini Time Men's Watch Model Number: 50709RBR 100% Authentic Brand New Comes with
White Gold
Rolex Daytona Rose Gold Sundust Dial Brand New Men's Watch
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Daytona Rose Gold Sundust Dial Brand New Men's Watch excellent condition This watch is 100
Rose Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Milgauss White Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 114600
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand New Rolex Milgauss 116400 Men's Watch with a 40mm Stainless Steel Case. Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
New Old Stock Rolex Sea Dweller Stainless Steel Men's Divers Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
New Old Stock Rolex Sea Dweller Stainless Steel Men's Divers Watch 16600 - Automatic winding, 31
Steel
Sold
H 1.58 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.58 in
NEW Rolex Submariner The Hulk 40mm Steel Ceramic Green Men Watch 116610LV
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
and paper included. General Information: Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number
Steel
Sold
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
NEW Rolex GMT-Master II Steel Ceramic Pepsi Black Dial Men Watch 126710BLRO
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. Watch Details: Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 126710BLRO Country/Region of
Steel
Sold
H 1.42 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.42 in
New Rolex Datejust Turn-O-Graph 36mm 18K Rose Gold Mens Automatic Watch 116261
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New Old Stock. Factory stickers on the case and buckle. General Information Brand: Rolex Model
Rose Gold
Sold
H 0.48 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.66 in
Rolex Explorer II 216570 WSO White Index Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This brand new Rolex 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Rolex Datejust 41 Stainless Steel Black Index Dial Automatic Men's Watch 126300
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This brand new Rolex 126300 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Rolex Datejust 41 Slate Roman Dial Fluted Bezel Everose Gold Men's Watch 126331
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This brand new Rolex 126331 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an automatic
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel 18K Yellow Gold White Dial Jubilee Men's Watch 126333
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This brand new Rolex 126333 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Sold
H 0.52 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.66 in
Rolex Sky-Dweller 326933 Bk Steel and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This brand new Rolex 326933 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an automatic
2022 Rolex Stainless GMT Master II 126710BLRO Pepsi Oyster Box & Papers Stickers
By Rolex
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to offer this New Unworn condition Rolex Mens Stainless Steel GMT Master II
Stainless Steel
2022 Unworn Rolex Stainless Gmt Master II 126710BLRO Pepsi Jubilee Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to offer this New Unworn condition Rolex Mens Stainless Steel GMT Master II
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
NEW Rolex Milgauss Steel Green Sapphire Z-Blue Dial Automatic Men Watch 116400GV
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Original box and papers. 5-year Rolex warranty. * Free shipping available across the
Steel
NEW Rolex Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Steel Black Dial Mens Automatic Watch 126333
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Original Box and Papers are Included. Details: Brand Rolex Department Men Model Number
Steel
Sold
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
NEW Rolex Explorer 40mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 224270 B&P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. 2024 card. Comes with the original box and papers.
Steel
Sold
H 1.66 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.66 in
Rolex Sky-Dweller Steel 18K White Gold Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 326934 NEW
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Partially stickered. 2023 Card. Comes with the original box and papers. Super rare to
Steel
Rolex Submariner Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch Model 114060
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Like New Rolex Mens Submariner Model 114060 at a great price. Automatic Winding Oyster Perpetual
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Like New Rolex Mens Submariner Model 16618 at a great price. Automatic Winding Oyster Perpetual
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Submariner Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Like New Rolex Mens Submariner Model 16808 at a great price. Automatic Winding Oyster Perpetual
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Wristwatch Model 116613LB
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Like New Rolex Mens Submariner Model 116613LB at a great price. Automatic Winding Oyster Perpetual
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Submariner Oyster Date Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Like New Rolex Mens Submariner Model 116613 at a great price. Automatic Winding Oyster Perpetual
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 114060 Ceramic New Condition Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 114060 Ceramic New Condition Automatic Men's Watch 40mm
Rolex Datejust 126300 New 2020 Blue Dial Men's Watch Box&P
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust 126300 New 2020 Blue Dial Men's Watch 41mm Box&P
Rolex Submariner 126610LN New 2020 Black Dial Men's Watch Box and Paper
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 126610LN New 2020 Black Dial Men's Watch Box & Paper 41mm
Rolex Datejust 126300 New Rhodium Dial Men's Watch Box and Paper, 2020
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust 126300 New Rhodium Dial Men's Watch 41mmm Box&Paper 2020
Rolex Deepsea James Cameron 126660 Men’s Brand New Watch with Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Sea-Dweller Reference #:126660. Rolex Deepsea James Cameron 126660 Mens Brand New Watch With
Rolex Explorer I 114270 Men Stainless Steel New Card Engraved Rehaut Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Age: 39213 Gender: Men Complete With: Rolex Box, Manual, Booklets, Swing Tag, Calendar, Purchase
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller 126603 Men's Automatic Watch 18 Karat New Box and Paper
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Sea-Dweller 126603 Men Automatic Watch 18k New Box & Paper 43 mm
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea Dweller Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch 16600
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Like New Rolex Mens Sea-Dweller Model 16600 at a great price. Automatic Winding Oyster Perpetual
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Black Blue Batman Jubilee Mens Watch 126710 New with Sticker
By Rolex
Located in Viana do Castelo, PT
A. Fantastic ROLEX GMT MASTER II BATMAN with BOX and Papers, in like new Condition MODEL CASE
Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15407OR.OO.1220OR.01 Double Balance Wheel Iced Out
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel in 18K Rose Gold 15407OR Openworked Dial is an iconic masterpiece known for its sporty octagonal case shape, substantial link bracelet,...
Rose Gold
Rolex Submariner 16613 Blue Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Submariner 16613 Men Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. 18k yellow gold bezel with blue insert. Blue dial with luminous gold hands and luminous dot hour markers. Date display at...
Stainless Steel
$15,800
H 0.52 in W 1.97 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Submariner 16613 Blue Dial Two Tone 18K Gold Steel Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Westport, CT
A Rolex Submariner 16613 stainless steel and 18K yellow gold men’s wristwatch, accompanied by its original box, circa 2008. The watch features a deep blue index dial with a date aper...
Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
$10,670
H 1.42 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 Steel Blue Arabic Dial Automatic Watch 116000
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with original box and papers. 🕰️ General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Model Number: 116000 Year Manufactured: 2010-20...
Steel
$35,292Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Yacht-Master 18k Rose Gold Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116655
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in mint condition. Original Box and Papers are Included. Covered by 3-year Chronostore Warranty. General Information Brand: Rolex Model Number: 116655 Model: Yacht-Master...
Rolex Yacht-Master II Steel White Dial Automatic 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- Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 116680 Country/Region of Manufacture: S...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116505 Black Dial Pink Subdials 18K Rose Gold Box/Card
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Discover our collection of carefully evaluated and inspected pre-owned watches, each meticulously assessed and authenticated by our in-house certified horologists. Every piece underg...
Rose Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 25721ST Custom Two Tone Rose Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 25721ST Custom Two Tone Rose Watch with Baguette Diamonds This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$60,948
H 1.62 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.62 in
Rolex Submariner 18k Yellow Gold Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126618LB
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn Rolex Submariner 18K Yellow Gold Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 126618LNBKSO. Original Box and Papers are Included. * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-year warranty cove...
Yellow Gold
Rolex GMT-Master II Root Beer Rose Gold & Steel Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex GMT-Master II Root Beer Rose Gold & Steel Men's Watch
Rose Gold, Steel
$17,050
H 1.58 in W 1.58 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel White Dial Automatic Watch 16623
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Light signs of wear or scratches * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify ...
Steel
$23,573
H 1.74 in W 0.56 in Dm 1.74 in
Rolex Yacht-Master II Steel Command Bezel White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116680
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned watch in good condition. Comes with the original box but no papers * Free Shipping within the USA * Three-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund....
Steel
Rolex Submariner Hulk 116610LV
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Submariner Date Hulk in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a green dial with a green unidirectional rotatable ceramic bezel which features 60 minute graduations. Fitted with a scratch...
Stainless Steel
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
Hublot Big Bang UNICO Magic Sapphire Limited Edition Watch
By Hublot
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The Big Bang UNICO Magic Sapphire wrist watch by Hublot (ref. 411.JX.1170.RX), featuring a self-winding automatic movement with a 72-hour power reserve; matte black skeletonized dial...
Sapphire, Titanium
$30,990
H 1.58 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.58 in
New Release Rolex GMT-Master II 40mm Bruce Wayne Jubilee Watch 126710
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Comes with the original box and papers. Rolex GMT-Master II 126710GRNR Condition: New Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex GMT-Master II 126710GRNR Model Number: 126710GRNR Departm...
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.
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.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.