Omega Century 10k Gold-Filled Manual Winding Watch
By Omega
Located in Montreal, QC
Omega century 10k gold-filled manual winding watch caliber 266, circa 1950. No band, 17 jewel case
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
10k Gold, Gold-filled, Steel
Omega Century 10k Gold-Filled Manual Winding Watch
By Omega
Located in Montreal, QC
Omega century 10k gold-filled manual winding watch caliber 266, circa 1950. No band, 17 jewel case
10k Gold, Gold-filled, Steel
Omega De Ville Manual Winding Steel Mesh Bracelet Watch
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 511.444 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Stainless Steel
Omega Ladymatic 14 Karat Yellow Gold Self Winding Women's Watch
By Omega
Located in Westport, CT
Self-Winding Watch, Luxury Watches for Women, Collectible Omega, Vintage Timepieces, Elegant Women's
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Stainless Steel Wristwatch, Manual Winding, Cal 30T2
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Omega Stainless Steel wristwatch, Manual Winding, Diameter 32.5 mm, Reference 2390/5 Functions
Steel, Stainless Steel
18 kt. Pink Gold Omega Honeycomb Ref 2624, Manual Winding
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lovely 18 kt. Pink Gold Omega Honeycomb Ref 2624, Manual Winding Reference number: 2624 Movement
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Omega Stainless Steel Wristwatch, Manual Winding, Ref 2390/5, Cal 30T2
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
Omega Stainless Steel wristwatch, Manual Winding, Diameter 32.5 mm, Functions: Hour, minutes
Steel, Stainless Steel
Omega 14 Karat Yellow Gold Seamaster Automatic Winding 1950s with Original Dial
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Seamaster Automatic / Reference 2577
$1,002Sale Price|32% Off
OMEGA Automatic Self-Winding Cal.501 Off White, Leather Wristwatch, Circa 1960
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
OMEGA self-winding watch. Medium face. Circa 1960 There are small marks on the back cover, but
Omega Genève Rare Gold Marble Dial Ref 5110411 Cal.620 Manual Winding Ladies Wa
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
Description Brand : OMEGA Model: Geneve Reference Number: 5110411 Country Of Manufacture
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
$1,500
H 1.58 in Dm 1.46 in
Vintage Omega Geneve, Automatic Winding English made Dennison Stainless case
Located in Peshawar, PK
Original Omega Geneve Watch. Case Height 40mm Case diameter 37mm l get the watches from First
Stainless Steel
1930s Vintage Art Deco Silver Omega Hand-Winding Watch
By Omega
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful pre-owned silver mechanical watch is in good working condition and it has been
Silver
Antique Watch Omega De Ville Automatic Circa 1977 Manual Winding
By Omega
Located in Kowloon, HK
Antique Vintage Watch Omega De Ville watch (Circa 1977) 1 previous Japanese owner - bought from
Gold Plate
Vintage Omega 14k Yellow Gold Hand-Winding Mechanical Watch w/ Leather Strap
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Vintage Omega 14k Yellow Gold Hand-Winding Mechanical Watch w/ Leather Strap Includes Genuine Omega
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Calibre 30T2PC 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Hand-Winding Watch, 1940s
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Hands (M + H) Includes Seconds Subdial Labeled "Ω OMEGA" 35 mm in Diamater Black Leather Aftermarket
18k Gold
Omega De Ville Women’s Hand Winding Vintage Watch 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Omega De Ville Reference #:Unknown. mechanical-hand-wind. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1
Omega De Ville Womens Hand Winding Watch Silver Dial 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Omega De Ville Womens Hand Winding Watch Silver Dial 18K Yellow Gold 20mm
Omega Women's 18k Gold Mechanical Hand-Winding Watch Ref #442 w/ Leather Band
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Omega Women's 18k Gold Mechanical Hand-Winding Watch Ref #442 w/ Leather Band Movement #244
18k Gold
Omega De Ville Women’s Hand Winding Watch Silver Dial 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Omega De Ville Reference #:Unknown. mechanical-hand-wind. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1
Omega De Ville Womens Hand Winding Vintage Watch 50.8 Gram 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Omega De Ville Womens Hand Winding Vintage Watch 50.8 Gram 18K Yellow Gold 24mm
Unavailable
W 1.66 in L 1.86 in
Omega stainless steel Seamaster 300 self winding wristwatch ref 165 024, c1966
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega stainless steel Seamaster 300 ref# 165 024 movement serial# 24 million circa 1966. Featuring
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
W 1.34 in L 1.62 in
Omega Yellow Gold Constellation Date 168009/168017 Self Winding Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Viana do Castelo, PT
1966 Omega Constellation C 168009, automatic movement caliber 564, in a 18 Karat Gold Case and a
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Speedmaster Self-Winding Chronograph Watch
By Omega
Located in Dallas, TX
Omega Speedmaster Self-winding Chronograph 40mm Watch - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case
Vintage Omega Mens Manual Winding Watch
By Omega
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Omega Mens Manual Winding Watch - Manual winding . 18K Yellow Gold ( 20 x 35 mm). Silver
Vintage Omega Stainless Steel Gray Dial Manual Winding Mens Watch 135.041
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Vintage Omega 34mm Stainless Steel Gray Dial Manual Winding Men's Watch 135.041. The
Omega Seamaster Manual Winding, circa 1960s
By Omega
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage Omega manual winding wristwatch, circa 1960's
Omega Vintage Men’s Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1970s
By Omega
Located in Braintree, GB
Omega vintage mens manual winding wristwatch, Circa 1970's Gender: Men Case Diameter : 34 mm
Omega Ladies Yellow Gold Ladymatic self winding Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Greenwich, CT
This OMEGA Ladymatic features a pure white mother-of-pearl dial marked with diamond-set indexes and
Omega stainless steel Diamond Bezel self-winding Bracelet Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Greenwich, CT
This Omega Speedmaster is crafted in stainless steel. This timepiece features a self-winding
Diamond, White Diamond, Stainless Steel
Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch. Manual Winding, Stainless Steel, 1999
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
The Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch needs little introduction; this neo vintage and
Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster 600, Vintage Manual Winding Men’s Wristwatch, circa 1960s
By Omega
Located in Braintree, GB
Omega Seamaster 600, vintage manual winding mens wristwatch, Circa 1960's Gender: Men Case
Gold Plate
Omega for Tiffany yellow gold Seamaster DeVille Automatic Winding wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Dallas, TX
Winding Watch made for Tiffany - Manual winding. Yellow gold filled case (34mm diameter
Vintage Omega Constellation Men's Watch
By Omega
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Omega Constellation Men's Watch - Automatic winding. 18K Yellow gold (34 mm). Champagne
Omega yellow gold-filled Seamaster Automatic Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Dallas, TX
Omega Automatic Seamaster Men's Watch - Automatic winding. Gold filled ( 32 mm ). Silvered dial
1950s Omega Leather 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Poitiers, FR
amati cream color, golden Arabic numbers, surrounded by seconds. Omega brand. Mechanical watch with
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Rose Gold Custom Saudi King Dial Self Winding Wristwatch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s very rare 18K rose gold Omega with custom dial featuring a profile of King Ibn Saud of
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Omega Seamaster Memomatic Self Winding Alarm Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Omega Seamaster, Memomatic Referance 166.071 Wrist Watch, 43 X 40 M.M. Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Omega Titanium Seamaster Professional Diver Chronograph Self-Winding Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Greenwich, CT
America's Cup. This Omega Seamaster 300M ETNZ has a self-winding movement (caliber 3330) with indications
Titanium
Vintage Omega Constellation Men's Watch
By Omega
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Omega Constellation Men's Watch - Automatic winding . 18K Yellow gold (34 mm) . Champagne
Antique Watch Omega De Ville Automatic Circa 1977 Manual Winding
By Omega
Located in Kowloon, HK
Antique Vintage Watch Omega De Ville watch (Circa 1977) 1 previous Japanese owner - bought from
Gold Plate
Omega De Ville Women's Hand Winding Vintage Watch 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Omega De Ville Reference #:Unknown. mechanical-hand-wind. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1
Omega 1950s Men's Hand Winding Vintage Watch 18 Karat Gold Certified Pre-Owned
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Omega Vintage Reference #:Unknown. mechanical-hand-wind. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1
Omega De Ville 111/0111 Men's Hand Winding Watch Champagne Dial 18 Karat YG
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Omega De Ville Mens Hand Winding Watch Champagne Dial 18K YG 28mm. Verified and Certified by
Omega 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique 1920s Hand-Winding Watch with Leather Band
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Movement #5176358 Case #6713795 14k Yellow Gold Case 32 mm Wide (34 mm w/ Crown) 32 mm Long Lug-to-Lug Distance = 38 mm Lug-to-Lug Width = 22 mm Thickness = 11 mm White Dial w/ Gilt ...
14k Gold
Omega Cal. 267 18k Rose Gold Vintage Hand-Winding Watch w/ Black Leather Band
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Black Leather Aftermarket Band w/ Rose Gold Plated Omega Clasp Width at Case = 17 mm Width at Tip = 16
18k Gold
9 Karat Gold Vintage Hand-Winding Omega Ladies Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Carlisle, GB
9K Gold Vintage Hand-winding Omega Ladies Wristwatch. This beautiful watch is working and ticking
9k Gold
Omega Ladies Dress Model self winding wristwatch, circa 1960s
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage lady’s Omega self winding dress model circa 1960’s. Featuring 24mm diameter thin dress
Omega Stainless steel Constellation self winding wristwatch Ref 2852, c1958
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega Stainless Steel Constellation. Ref 2852, 35 x42mm heavy snap back case with deeply embossed
Stainless Steel
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster 300 Self Winding Wristwatch, circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega stainless steel Seamaster 300 ref# 165.024 SC movement serial# 25.6 million circa 1967
Stainless Steel
Omega Ladies Stainless Steel Ladymatic Self Winding Wristwatch, circa 1960s
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
, applied Omega logo and silver baton hands. Powered by calibre 680 self winding movement with sweep seconds
Stainless Steel
Omega Yellow Gold Seamaster Calendar Self Winding Wristwatch circa 1952
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega Seamaster Calendar model ref 2757-1 circa 1952. Great looking vintage model with 34 x 42mm
Omega stainless steel Seamaster 300 self winding wristwatch, circa 1966
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega stainless steel Seamaster 300 ref# 165.024 SC movement serial# 24 million circa 1967
Stainless Steel
Sold
W 1.34 in L 1.58 in
Omega Stainless Steel Constellation self winding wristwatch Ref 168.005, c 1966
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega logo and name, and solitary applied star. Powered by calibre 561 self winding chronometer rated
Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster 60 Diver’s Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 166.062, circa 1970
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Very nice condition example Omega Seamaster 60 model# 166.062 circa 1970. Featuring a 36mm diameter
Stainless Steel
Omega Yellow Gold Constellation Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 2852, circa 1956
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Omega Constellation 14K yellow gold, ref# 2852 with scarce and very desirable black
14k Gold
Omega Silver 14K White Gold Vintage Manual Winding Women's Wristwatch 14 mm
By Omega
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A beautiful vintage manual winding watch by Omega that merges fine aesthetics with functionality
White Gold, Silver
Rolex Stainless Steel Airking self winding wristwatch Ref 5500, circa 1987
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
. Powered by caliber 1520 self winding movement with sweep seconds. With Rolex stainless steel heavy Oyster
Stainless Steel
Longines Yellow Gold Chevron Dial Self Winding Dress Wristwatch, circa 1950s
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage man’s Longines 14K YG self winding dress model with 35 X 40mm screw back case with
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gunmetal Hand Winding Omega Lever Pocket Watch
By Omega
Located in Carlisle, GB
Omega gunmetal lever pocket watch, the frosted movement with compensated balance and regulator, the
Gilt Metal
Omega 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Hand-Winding Watch
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
/ Gold Hands (M + H) and Black Tic Marks 6 mm Wide 6 mm Long Labeled "Ω / OMEGA / SWISS MADE" 18k Yellow
Diamond, 18k Gold
Omega 1950s Men's Hand Winding Vintage Watch 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Omega Vintage Reference #:Unknown. mechanical-hand-wind. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1
Omega Women's 18 Karat White Gold Hand-Winding Watch with Diamond Bezel
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Does Not Include Original Box or Papers This watch is guaranteed authentic. One year warranty included
Diamond, 18k Gold
Omega Men's 14 Karat Gold Hand-Winding Watch with Diamond Bezel Leather Band
By Omega
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Omega Men's 14k Yellow Gold Hand-Winding Watch w/ Diamond Bezel Leather Band Model: DeVille Dress
Diamond, 14k Gold
Omega stainless steel Seamaster Deville self winding wristwatch, 1963
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
baton hands. Powered by self winding caliber 552 movement with sweep seconds. With signed Omega crown
Stainless Steel
Omega Stainless Steel Deville Seamaster Self Winding Wristwatch, circa 1968
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
silver baton hands. Powered by self winding caliber 771 movement with sweep seconds. With signed Omega
Stainless Steel
Sold
W 1.34 in L 1.66 in
Omega Gold Seamaster Calendar Self Winding Wristwatch Model 2757-1, circa 1952
By Omega
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Omega Seamaster Calendar model ref 2757-1 circa 1952. Great looking vintage model with 34 x 42mm
Rolex Oyster Date Precision Stainless Steel Men's Wristwatch Ref 6066
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century all original, 1951 Rolex stainless steel oyster date precision wristwatch. Red date wheel. Original ruby steel riveted oyster band. Unpolished, minor scratches to case an...
Steel, Stainless Steel
18 Kt Rainer Brand Triple Date Moonphase Chronograph Wrist Watch, Collectors
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Rainer Brand Triple Date Moonphase Chronograph Wrist Watch, Brand New In Box With all Warranty Papers, Rare Collectors Watch Case : 18 Kt Solid Gold, Diameter 39.5 mm Strap :...
18k Gold
Sold|$16,500
W 0.79 in L 1.03 in
Cartier Lady's Platinum, Gold and Diamond Art Deco Tonneau Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier platinum, diamond and 18K yellow gold Art Deco Tortue wristwatch, circa 1925. An extremely rare wristwatch with a grosgrain ribbon bracelet. The 20mm x 26mm tonneau case has...
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vacheron Constantin Ladies Pagoda Kalla 18KT White Gold Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vacheron Constatin Metiers dArt Ladies Pagoda Kalla Is 27.7mm ladies watch in 18kt white gold with a bagguette setting all through out the watch and band, including dial. 619071 IM...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Roadster Ladies Silver Dial Stainless Steel Watch Diamond Bezel W62016V3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Roadster Small Ladies Silver Dial Stainless Steel Watch with Diamond Bezel This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There ...
Stainless Steel
$299Sale Price|50% Off
Dm 1.26 in
Tissot Couturier Diamond Steel Black Dial Quartz Ladies Watch T035.210.66.051.00
By Tissot
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Original box and booklet are included. MSRP $1595 Brand: Tissot Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Model Number: T035.210.66.051.00 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switze...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 18kt Yellow Gold/Stainless Steel Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Mens Rolex- Datejust Date: 1972 36 mm Preowned Reference: 1600 18kt yellow and stainless steel
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Tiffany & Company 1920s Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Tiffany & Company retailed Platinum and Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 x 18 M.M. Cushion shape case with Hand Engraving work and single cut Diamonds set into the beze...
Diamond, Platinum
New Gucci 40mm stainless steel quartz watch
By Gucci
Located in Cattolica, IT
New Gucci Watch swiss made stainless steel quartz. The 'watch has never been worn and comes from an authorized Italian seller. Accompanied by box and Gucci international warranty. T...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Panthere WF4037B9 Large 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Large Watch. 29mm 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Minute markers on the i...
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Late Art Deco Watch, Original Box and Strap
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Tank Style / Reference 424 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm...
Patek Philippe 3520D 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Patek Philippe 3520D is an elegant timepiece that exemplifies luxury and craftsmanship. It features a 32mm case made of 18K yellow gold, paired with a distinctive hobnail bezel t...
18k Gold
Vintage Eska Steel Military Style Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Add this great post-war, Swiss-made Eska Military Style Wrist Watch to your vintage collection. In brushed steel, this 31mm watch has its original mat silver-toned face with Roman nu...
Stainless Steel, Steel
$26,500
H 1.42 in W 1.23 in
Vintage Patek Philippe Grand Ellipse 18K Gold Quartz 31mm Unisex 1980 Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami, FL
Authentic Pre-Owned Patek Philippe Grand Ellipse 3838 Unisex 18K Yellow Gold Watch. Vintage, circa 1980. Featuring a 31mm dial with a smooth gold bezel, cream-white ivory enamel dial...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Rare Blue "Vignette" Dial circa 1960 / 70
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960 / 70 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diamete...
Stainless Steel
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...
It’s a celebrated part of Omega lore that the brand’s Speedmaster Professional Chronograph was the first watch to make a lunar landing. But the universal love for vintage Omega watches isn't confined to astronomers, and there’s more to the company’s heritage than the story of the Moonwatch.
The house’s origins date to 1848, when Swiss watchmaker Louis Brandt first set up shop. His sons Louis-Paul and César took over after his death, and in 1894, the pair developed an intriguing new movement.
Not only was it highly accurate, but every part was replaceable, making it easy for any professional to service. The Brandts called their movement the Omega, and as its popularity spread, they changed their company’s name to that of its flagship product.
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, it launched the versatile Seamaster. Developed as a dive watch, the Seamaster proved its durability at high altitudes and freezing temperatures, as well. (Here is the 1stDibs guide to spotting a fake Omega Seamaster.)
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. 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.
Worn by Buzz Aldrin during the 1969 Apollo 11 lunar mission, it’s the only watch certified by NASA for extravehicular activity (space walks) — and, as far as we know, the only one approved by the Russian space agency, too.
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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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