Jaeger LeCoultre Meteorite Reverso Duoface Q3838GAE
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Jaeger LeCoultre Meteorite Reverso Duoface Q3838GAE - Manual Winding. Reverso.
Jaeger LeCoultre Meteorite Reverso Duoface Q3838GAE
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Jaeger LeCoultre Meteorite Reverso Duoface Q3838GAE - Manual Winding. Reverso.
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Classique Medium Stainless Steel Watch 250886
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Classique Medium Stainless Steel Watch 250886 - Manual Winding.
Cartier Rose Gold Reverso manual wind wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Fine and rare pink gold manual winding wristwatch
18k Gold
Jaeger LeCoultre Yellow Gold Reverso Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Epsom, Surrey
This Jaeger LeCoultre has undergone a thorough inspection and service to ensure all aspects of the watch are as they should be to meet our high standards for sale. It has also been r...
18k Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Grand Reverso Calendar Stainless Steel Watch Manual Q3758420
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Jaeger LeCoultre Band Color: Brown Gender: Men's Case Size: 28-31.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width: 22mm Features: 12-Hour Dial, Date Indicator, Sapphire Crystal, Swiss Ma...
Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso 18 Karat Yellow Gold Women's Watch Manual 250.1.86
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Jaeger LeCoultre Band Color: Blue Gender: Women's Case Size: 23.5mm & Under MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width: 17mm Features: 12-Hour Dial, Arabic Numerals, Gold Bezel, Sapphire...
18k Gold
Unavailable
W 1.03 in L 1.66 in
Jaeger-LeCoultre Yellow Gold Reverso Duo Face Day Night Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duo Face Day & Night 18kt Yellow Gold Wristwatch Ref# 270.1.54. 26mm width by 36mm length, manual winding, 18kt yellow gold case, Ostrich skin strap, Seria...
18k Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Stainless Steel Reverso Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Verona, IT
Jaeger-LeCoultre stainless steel manual-wind Reverso wristwatch with leather strap.
Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Stainless Steel Reverso Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 277.8.62
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Jaeger-LeCoultre MPN: 277.8.62 Model: Reverso Case Material: Stainless steel Dial: White dial with blue hands Bracelet: Black alligator strap (factory) Crystal: Sapphire Size:...
Stainless Steel
Jaeger Le Coultre Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Reverso Manual Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Miami, FL
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso ladies wristwatch reference number 260586 crafted in 18k yellow gold and stainless steel.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Ladies Reverso Le Coultre Manual Wind Steel Wristwatch 1990s
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Ladies Le Coultre Reverso manual wind steel wristwatch, circa 1990s.
Steel
Jaeger LeCoultre Rose Gold Reverso Date Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Southampton, PA
Jaeger LeCoultre 18K rose gold manually wound wristwatch on a brown crocodile leather strap. Watch indicates hours, minutes, subsidiary seconds, and day/date on a white dial with bla...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
1930s Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Vintage Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Stainless Steel Art Deco Vintage Reverso Gents Wristwatch, silver dial with hour markers, centre second dial, a fixed stainless steel bezel, a brand new black leather strap with a ...
Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Grande 18k Gold Manual Wind Watch Q3001420
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Jaeger-LeCoultre Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: Q3001420 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model: Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Vinta...
18k Gold
Jaeger LeCoultre Stainless Steel Reverso Grand Taille Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Southampton, PA
Jaeger LeCoultre stainless steel manually wound wristwatch on a blue crocodile leather strap. Watch indicates hours, minutes, and subsidiary seconds on a silvered dial with black Ara...
Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Moon Manual-Winding Silver Dial Men's Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
JAEGER-LECOULTRE Reverso Tribute Moon Manual-winding Silver Dial Men's Watch.
Stainless Steel
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Vintage Gents Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Stainless Steel Art Deco Vintage Reverso Gents Wristwatch, silver dial with hour markers, centre second dial, a fixed stainless steel bezel, a brand new black leather strap with a ...
Stainless Steel
Jaeger LeCoultre Rose Gold Diamond Reverso Duetto Manual Wristwatch Ref 269.2.54
Located in Southampton, PA
Movement: Original Jaeger LeCoultre Manual wind Caliber 854/1 Complications: GMT, Day/Night display Strap: After market new leather burgundy strap.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Jaeger LeCoultre Stainless Steel Reverso Day and Night Dial manual wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Stainless Steel Reverso Gents Wristwatch, silvered dial with arabic numbers, small seconds at 6 0'clock, reverse black dial with applied hour markers and arabic numbers at 3, 9 and...
Stainless Steel
Jaeger LeCoultre Day & Night Reverso White Gold 270.3.63 Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k White Gold Day & Night Reverso Gents Wristwatch, black dial with arabic numbers, day & night indicator at 2 0'clock, small seconds and moonphase at 6 0'clock, 40 hour power re...
White Gold
Jaeger LeCoultre Rose Gold Diamond Reverso Duetto Manual Wristwatch Ref 266.24.4
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Southampton, PA
18k rose gold diamond Reverso Duetto Watch by Jaeger LeCoultre. Reference Number 266.24.4 With 54 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. .70ct Detail...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind Unisex Watch 250.8.86
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso 250.8.86 is a beautiful Ladie's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (hand-winding) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It ...
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso 18k Rose Gold Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch 270.2.63
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Sun Moon 18k Rose Gold Silver Dial Manual Wind Men's Watch 270.2.63.
Jaeger-LeCoultre Rose Gold Reverso Sun Moon Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 270.2.63
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Stamford, CT
Jaeger-LeCoultre 270.2.63 Reverso Sun Moon, 18k Rose Gold on a Jaeger LeCoultre strap with an 18k Rose Gold deployant Buckle, Manual Wind Movement, Power Reserve Indicator, Day and N...
Jaeger-LeCoultre 18 Karat Rose Gold Reverso Sun Moon Night Day Manual
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: manual Function: hours, minutes, seconds, sun/moon, day/night Case: 26X42mm 18K rose gold case Dial: white arabic dial Band: brown leather strap, integrated clasp Reference...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso GMT Grande Reverso Duo Steel Q3028420
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso GMT Grande Reverso Duo Steel Q3028420 - Manual winding.
Jaeger LeCoultre Ladies Reverso Joaillerie Q2623403 267.3.86
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Measuring 21mm x 33mm, this manual-winding Reverso retains the collection’s signature reversible case, allowing for both versatility and elegance.
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic Q3848420 Men's Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic Q3848420 Men's Watch - Manual winding 19 jewel.
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Q2708410 Stainless Steel watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Q2708410 Stainless Steel watch - Manual winding.
Reverso Jaeger-LeCoultre in Gold for Lady 1996 year box & papers
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Milano, MI
Ostrich strap from Jaeger-LeCoultre and a new Jaeger-LeCoultre croccodile strap in blue. Highlights - Reverso small size - 18ct gold - Manual winding mechanical movement - Box and g...
Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duetto 18k Gold Diamond Handwind Ladies Watch 269.1.54
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duetto 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Hand-wind Ladies Watch 269.1.54.
Sold
H 1.3 in W 0.36 in Dm 0.81 in
Jeager-LeCoultre Reverso 18k Gold Diamond Gem Stone Silver Dial Watch Q2623402
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Jaeger-LeCoultre Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Model Number: Q2623402 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model: Jeager-LeCoultre Reverso Vint...
18k Gold
Jaeger Le Coultre Reverso Duetto Gold & Diamonds Manual WInding Wrist Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Antwerp, BE
Jaeger Le Coultre Reverso Duetto Gold & Diamonds Manual WInding Wrist Watch Brand: Jaeger-LeCoultre Model: Reverso Duetto Joaillerie Reference Number: 265.1.86 Movement: Manual Wind...
Diamond, Gold
Vintage Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Steel Wrist Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Vintage Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Steel Wrist Watch ABOUT THIS ITEM: Vintage Jaeger LeCoultre reverso stainless steel manual wind wristwatch dating from around the late 1950s.
Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Yellow Gold Reverso Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Model Q300.14.20 certified pre-owned men's wrist watch.
18k Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Rose Gold Reverso Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Naples, FL
18K Rose Gold Jaeger-LeCoultre Date Model Q273242A with Black Crocodile Strap and 18K Rose Gold Deployment Buckle. This wristwatch is 36mm with a Manual Wind Movement, White Dial, Sa...
18k Gold
Jaeger LeCoultre Stainless Steel Grand Reverso manual wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Brand new, Never Worn Jaeger LeCoultre stainless steel Grand Reverso watch, with deployant buckle, manual wind, 45 hour power reserve, moon phase, day and date, case length 48.5 mm a...
Stainless Steel
Jaeger LeCoultre Stainless Steel Reverso Classic Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Featuring manual wind movement caliber 954 with 19 jewels. This Classis Reverso has been serviced by a certified watch maker and comes with a 2-year warranty.
Silver, Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Stainless Steel Reverso Classic Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic Model Q2438520 Pre Owned Mens Wrist Watch. Jaeger LeCoultre Calibre 822/2 Mechanical Winding Movement housed in a stainless steel case (25.5 x 42.9mm...
Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic Manual Watch Stainless Steel and Alligat
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 21mm, Watch Height: 8mm, Band Width: 15mm, Wrist circumference: 6.0" Designer: Jaeger-LeCoultre Model: Reverso Classic Manu...
Sold
W 1.03 in L 1.45 in
Jaeger LeCoultre Stainless Steel Grande Reverso Taille Shadow Manual Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand Name Jaeger-LeCoultre Style Number 271.8.61 Also Called 271861 Series Reverso Grande Taille Shadow Gender Men's Case Material Stainless Steel Dial Color Black Mov...
Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Stainless Steel Reverso Night & Day Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Night & Day Model 270.8.54 Pre Owned Mens Wrist Watch. Silvered Dial with black Arabic numerals (shown). Dial Two: Gray Dial with polished hour markers & Ara...
Stainless Steel
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Duetto Duo 18k gold Manual Wristwatch Ref 256.1.75
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Surfside, FL
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Duetto Duo in 18k with diamond bezel on leather strap with 18k yellow gold JLC deployant buckle.
18k Gold
Sold
W 1.03 in L 1.66 in
Jaeger LeCoultre Stainless Steel Reverso Duo Day Night Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand Name: Jaeger LeCoultre Style Number: Q2718470 Also Called: 270.8.54, 270854, Q270854 Series: Reverso Duo Day Night Gender: Gents Case Material: Stainless Steel Dial Colo...
Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso 270.2.63 18 Karat Rose Gold Silver Dial Manual Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Miami, FL
Jeager Lecoultre Reverso Sun Moon in 18k rose gold on black crocodile strap with 18k rose deployment buckle.
Sold
H 1.3 in W 0.79 in
Jaeger-LeCoultre 260.5.86 Reverso Full Set 18k Gold Stainless Steel Manual Cal
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF
CASE DIMENSION(S) : 20 mm x 33 mm(excluding the crown) DIAL : White Silvered dial with arab numerals With original blued steel hour and minute hands MOVEMENT : Jaeger-LeCoultre Ma...
18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Stainless Steel Reverso Wristwatch with Red Dial circa 1931
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Paris, FR
Jaeger-LeCoultre rectangular Reverso wristwatch with manual-wind movement and red dial.
Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Lady's Stainless Steel and Diamond Duetto Duo Reverso Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Boston, MA
Jaeger-LeCoultre lady's stainless steel and diamond Duetto Duo Reverso wristwatch, manual-wind movement, 33mm x 23mm, Ref. 256.8.75, with a stainless steel reversible case, front sil...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster De Ville Automatic Day-Date Vintage Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A classic vintage Omega Seamaster De Ville wristwatch, featuring an automatic movement with day-date display. The watch is housed in an elegant gold-plated case, showcasing the refin...
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Large 18K Gold Quartz 25mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The Cartier Tank, 25mm crafted in 18K yellow gold unisex watch. Roman numerals, original lizard skin strap. Complete with original Cartier Box. No papers, buckle not Cartier or 18k g...
18k Gold
Vintage Swiss Made Jaeger-LeCoultre Ladies' 18K Gold & Diamonds Cocktail watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Swiss Made Jaeger-LeCoultre Ladies' 18K Gold & Diamonds Cocktail watch Swiss Made Jaeger-LeCoultre Ladies' cocktail watch which can be dated back to the 1950's. The watch f...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Basculante XL 26mm 2522
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 26mm XL Tank Basculante in stainless steel by Cartier. Featuring a silver dial with Roman numerals, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and a secret Cartier signature at VII. The watch...
Stainless Steel
$21,500
H 1.18 in W 1.22 in Dm 9 in L 9 in
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Steel Raspberry Dial Quartz Ladies Watch W51030Q3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent conditon. Rare Raspberry Dial. Wrist size 5.75 inches. No original box and papers, comes with chronostore box. General Information Brand: Cartier Model: Tan...
Steel
Vintage 18k White Gold Patek Philippe Reference 3491 Diamond Watch - 81.0g
By Patek Philippe
Located in Providence, RI
Absolutely stunning, this vintage Patek Philippe Diamond Watch, Reference 3491, is a perfect timepiece for any watch collection. Crafted in a solid 18k white gold, the bracelet featu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Omega De Ville Gold and Silver Tone Wristwatch, Ladies Watch
By Omega
Located in Portland, England
An elegant vintage Omega De Ville ladies wristwatch from the late 1980s with an original and stunning two-tone gold and silver bracelet and accompanying gold watch face. Movement - ...
Gold, Silver
Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox E855 Alarm Automatic Watch In Original Box
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Jaeger-LeCoultre Model: Memovox Reference Number: 855 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case width: 3...
Stainless Steel
Jaeger lecoultre Triple Date 1950s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in istanbul, TR
Jaeger-LeCoultre Triple Date – Cal. 484/A – 1950s – Solid 18K Green Gold – Tear Drop Lugs – Fully Original This is a rare and beautifully preserved Jaeger-LeCoultre Triple Date wri...
18k Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duetto Classique 256.1.75 Diamond Bezel MOP 18K Gold
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 256.1.75 Model: Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Duetto Classique Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Leather Band Bezel: Factory 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Dial: Fa...
18k Gold
LeCoultre Ladies Watch with Rare Black Dial, Mid-Century Modern 1950s Swiss
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Jaeger-LeCoultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: White Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 27mm Length X 15...
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Wristwatch in Rose Gold
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso 260.2.86 wristwatch exudes a distinct charm with its polished 18k rose gold case and silvered dial. It features a slim, reversible rectangular case measu...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Le Coultre 14Kt Solid Gold Art Deco Watch circa 1950's Full Length
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Le Coultre Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X Diameter 15mm MOVEMEN...
White Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Calendar Men's Meteorite Stainless Steel Watch Q1558421
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Calendar Men's Meteorite Stainless Steel Watch Q1558421 176.8.12.S - Automatic winding. Q1558421. Stainless steel case (39mm diameter). Meteorite dial with da...
The exquisite art of watchmaking is on display in the distinctive designs of Jaeger-LeCoultre. The Swiss manufacturer is celebrated for its striking Art Deco–era antique clocks, while its range of sumptuous luxury watches spans the gamut of modern design, each one a time capsule of its period.
Jaeger-LeCoultre was established in 1833 by watchmaker Antoine LeCoultre in the Vallée de Joux of the Swiss mountains. LeCoultre was also an inventor who, in 1844, created the millionomètre. As the first instrument to measure thousandths of a millimeter with total accuracy, it refined the meticulous watchmaking process. By 1866, LeCoultre's son, Elie LeCoultre, took over the business. He revolutionized watchmaking by bringing all 180 skills involved in the trade into one workshop: LeCoultre & Cie Manufacture.
By 1903, the company had passed to Antoine LeCoultre's grandson, Jacques-David LeCoultre. He created a signature line of ultra-thin watches in partnership with Edmond Jaeger, a French watchmaker who specialized in flat watch cases. In 1907, Louis Cartier signed a contract with Jaeger so that Cartier would have movements for its popular timepieces produced exclusively at LeCoultre in Switzerland. This era saw the debut of Cartier’s Santos as well as its Tank watch.
Watchmakers at Jaeger-LeCoultre began to experiment with the Art Deco style that had encompassed the 1920s and the 1930s. At the time, there were many influences that led to the creation of Art Deco jewelry, while the cases of Art Deco clocks featured architectural details and saw an integration of materials such as brass, glass and marble. Iconic Jaeger-LeCoultre designs from this era include the 1928 Atmos clock and the Reverso watch. Stylish and practical, the coveted Reverso watch features a case that you can flip to protect the watch face.
During the 1950s and '60s, Jaeger-LeCoultre watchmakers continued the manufacturer’s tradition of prioritizing practical reliability. In 1958, the company introduced the robust and durable Geophysic watch collection. The Memovox Polaris, an alarm-equipped dive watch one could wear underwater, followed in 1968.
The best-known timepiece in the company's modern collection is the Master Control watch, unveiled in 1992. It symbolizes a return to the thin style and performance-first ethic of classic Jaeger-LeCoultre. In 2018, the watchmaker also launched the Polaris collection. Inspired by the original Memovox, the series features a sporty, elegant and contemporary look.
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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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