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Rolex Rose Gold Precision Watch in "Time Capsule" Condition
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An exceptional find! This 1940s Rolex Precision is the epitome of "new-old-stock," "time capsule
Category

Swiss Wrist Watches

1970 Rolex Precision Pre-Cellini Vintage Ladies Watch, Ref. 2611 - SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
1970 ROLEX PRECISION Pre-Cellini Vintage Ladies Watch, Ref. 2611 - Stainless Steel Gorgeous
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Romantic Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate Precision Black Dial Manual Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / 6694Wristwatch METAL
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller Oyster Perpetual 44 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 126660
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Engravings: None Box & Papers: Rolex box and card Working Condition: Timed to precision on Witschi watch
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Limited Edition Calendar Ballpoint Pen Watch with Box
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
, offering practicality without compromising style. The precision watch displays the time with classic
Category

Late 20th Century Desk Accessories

Materials

Base Metal

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Wristw Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Precision / Ref. 6427 METAL
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Precision Index Bezel Watch from 1952
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster / Precision / 6223 Thunderbird Bezel METAL
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Art Deco Gold Wristwatch, 1930
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
would oscillate more slowly back and forth, and the clock would lose time. Chronometres and precision
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold

Rolex Sterling Silver Wristwatch, 1930
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
would oscillate more slowly back and forth, and the clock would lose time. Chronometres and precision
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

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Precision Time Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of precision time watches for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, stainless steel and 18k gold. Find a collection of 121 vintage versions or 99 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. There are many different pieces in our collection of precision time watches to choose from, but modern and Art Deco precision time watches are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Rolex, Omega and Patek Philippe are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 13 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and marquise cut can be found today on these pages. If you’re browsing the variety of precision time watches for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for women.

How Much are Precision Time Watches?

Prices for precision time watches start at $236 and top out at $184,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $6,201.
Questions About Precision Time Watches
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    Gruen Precision watches were made during the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s. With their simple, clean look, these timepieces bring to mind the mid-century modern design style that was popular during this era. The watches came in a range of colors and finishes and typically featured leather straps. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Gruen watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Dual time on a watch is time in two different time zones. Therefore, a dual time watch has two hour hands in order to differentiate between these two different time zones. Dual time watches tend to be a popular option for travelers that want to be able to quickly reference their “home” time.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A world time watch is able to display the correct time in all 24 time zones across the globe at once. The internal bezel of a world watch contains 24 time zones. The inner ring makes one full revolution a day, showing the time in the other cities on the dial. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic world time watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to set the time on a Fendi watch depends on the type of timepiece that you have. For quartz watches, simply pull out the winding crown to the middle position and twist to change the time. To set the date, move the winding crown into the outermost position and twist. Consult the instructions provided with your timepiece for more information. Find a collection of Fendi on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To set the time on a Patek Philippe watch, unscrew the crown and wind it clockwise. Other functions will depend on the exact model you have and its complexity. For information on specific models, consult the brand’s website. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern Patek Philippe watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Daniel Craig wears an Omega Seamaster 300 Series 007 Edition watch in No Time to Die. Omega actually solicited input from Craig when designing this limited edition version of its iconic diver watch. It has a titanium case, a mesh bracelet and a black dial with a faux patina lume. Shop a range of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    In No Time to Die, James Bond wears an Omega watch. Specifically, the timepiece is the Omega Seamaster 300 Series 007 Edition, a model that actor Daniel Craig helped design. The titanium watch was a limited edition with Omega only producing 7,007 of the timepieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Omega Seamaster watches.