Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15000 34mm 1980s Mens Automatic All Original RA777
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15000 all-stainless steel automatic, c.1984, all original, in excellent working condition.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15000 34mm 1980s Mens Automatic All Original RA776
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15000 all-stainless steel automatic, c.1983, all original, in excellent working condition.
Stainless Steel
$5,760Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15000 34mm 1980s Mens Automatic All Original RA771
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15000 all-stainless steel automatic, c.1981, all original, in excellent working condition.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15000 34mm 1980s Mens Vintage Automatic RA777B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15000 automatic, c.1984, in excellent working condition.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15000 34mm 1980s Mens Vintage Automatic RA776B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 15000 automatic, c.1983, in excellent working condition.
Stainless Steel
$5,440Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15000 34mm 1980s Mens Vintage Automatic RA771B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 15000 automatic, c.1981, in excellent working condition.
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Date Automatic Reference 15000 in Stainless Steel, 1984
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1984 Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Ref. 15000 Stainless Steel watch with Original Silver Dial with Applied Steel Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with Original Rolex Stainless...
Rolex Date 15000, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Date Reference #: 15000. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel White 0 MM.
Rolex Date 15000, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Date Reference #: 15000. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel White 0 MM.
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date automatic Wristwatch Ref 15000
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
With automatic movement, silvered dial, gilt batons and hands, date aperture, Rolex crown and Rolex oyster bracelet, in a Rolex watch box, circa 1983, case diameter approx 35mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Date Blue Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 15000
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, Acrylic crystal. Stainless steel case with smooth domed bezel (34mm diameter). Blue dial with stick markers. Stainless steel Oyster bracelet....
Stainless Steel
Rolex Date Ref 15000 Wristwatch. Oyster Dial, White Baton Dial. Year c.1982
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Date features a stainless steel 34mm case with stainless steel Oyster bracelet.
Rolex Steel Date Model Automatic Wrist Watch with Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1983 Rolex Reference 15000 "Date" model Wrist Watch, 36 M.M.
Diamond, Steel
Rolex Date 15000 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Date 15000 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 109592 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Rolex Model: Date Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechanical: Automatic/Kinetic Year ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Date 15000 Black Dial Stainless Steel Mint Band
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 15000 Serial: 7071*** Model: Date Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Black Face: Acrylic ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Men's Wristwatch 15000 Stainless Automatic 1Yr Wnty
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Date Model Number: 15000 Dial Color: Grey Year: 1982 Metal Content: Stainless Steel Movement: Swiss Automatic Number of Jewels: 27 Warranty: ...
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15000 Automatic 1980s with Paper RA247BRN
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic icon, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.15000 automatic, c.1981, with original Rolex paper.
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 15000 Blue Dial Automatic 1980s RA167
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15000 automatic, c.1982, all original in stunning blue.
Men's Rolex Oyster Date Ref.15000 18k & SS Automatic, c.1980s Swiss RA102
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless icon, Men's Rolex 18K yellow gold and stainless steel Ref.15000 Oyster Perpetual Date, circa 1982, all original.
18k Gold
Rolex 1983 Oyster Perpetual Date Stainless Steel Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1987 Rolex Reference 15000 Oyster Perpetual Wrist Watch, 34 M.M.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Date Model Stainless Steel Automatic Pearl and Diamond Dial Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1982 Rolex Date Model Reference 15000 Wrist watch, 34 MM Stainless Steel 2 Piece Oyster case with smooth bezel, Caliber 3035 Automatic, self Winding Movement, Powder Blue Mothe...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Automatic Wristwatch Ref 15000
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a clean and classic look. This Rolex Date model has the smooth bezel, silvered dial with date aperture, oyster style bracelet, and has an automatic movement.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15000 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Date 15000 Mens Watch. 34mm Stainless Steel case.
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date ref. 15000
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Vintage Rolex Date Automatic Reference 15000 Watch, 1981
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1981 Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Ref. 15000 Two Tone 14k Yellow Gold Quick Set Date and Stainless Steel watch with Original Black Dial with Rare Unique Applied Gold...
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 15000
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch ref 15000 serial R3 circa 1987. 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel.
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Date Automatic Reference 15000 Two-Tone Watch, 1981
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1981 Vintage Rolex Date Automatic Reference 15000. 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel case.
Rolex Date Automatic Reference 15000 with a Black Dial, 1984
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1984 Vintage Rolex Date Automatic Ref. 15000 Stainless Steel watch with Original Black Dial with Applied 14k White Gold Cylinder Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with Original Rolex Stainless...
Rolex Date in Stainless Steel 34 mm Watch REF 15000
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
1980's Beautifully preserved Rolex Date on a Jubilee bracelet Brand: Rolex Model Name: Date Model Number: 15000 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 34 mm Case Material: Stainless...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Date Automatic Reference 15000 Stainless Steel Watch, 1981
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1981 Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Ref. 15000 Quick Set Date Stainless Steel watch with Original Black Dial with Unique Applied Steel Bar/Baton Markers with White Sid...
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Silver Dial Vintage Mens Watch 15000
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Silver Dial Vintage Mens Watch 15000.
Steel, Silver, Stainless Steel
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Silver Dial Vintage Mens Watch 15000
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Silver Dial Vintage Mens Watch 15000.
Steel, Silver, Stainless Steel
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Silver Dial Vintage Men's Watch 15000
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Silver Dial Vintage Mens Watch 15000.
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Blue Dial Vintage Mens Watch 15000
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Blue Dial Vintage Mens Watch 15000.
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Date Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 15000
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A remarkably “delicious” looking natural dark expresso dial Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Date model ref # 15000 serial# 7.0 million circa 1983.
Stainless Steel
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W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perceptual Date Wristwatch Ref 15000 circa 1986
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch, Ref. 15000, circa 1986. 34mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Ref 15000
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch ref 15000 serial# 7.0 million circa 1981/82. 34mm diameter Oyster case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Wristwatch Ref 15000 with Custom-Colored Dial
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date, Ref. 15000, serial 8.7 million, circa 1985. 34mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Silver Dial Vintage Men’s Watch 15000
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Date Stainless Steel Silver Dial Vintage Mens Watch 15000.
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 34mm 1970s Mens Vintage Automatic RA772B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1500 Date automatic, c.1978, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unrestored Rolex ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens Vintage Automatic 1970s RA602
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic icon, Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1500 Date automatic, c.1970, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver dial, applie...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 34 mm 1501 Silver Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in istanbul, TR
Classic but at the same time suitable for any occasion, the Rolex Oyster Date ref. 1501 can be worn on a daily basis and despite being a vintage watch, it has an elegant and modern l...
Stainless Steel
$6,800
H 1.34 in W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in
Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Watch With Original Shantung Dial 1971
By Rolex
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A men's vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual stainless watch Ref # 1002, with a service box. This Rolex with a production year of 1971 based on serial # (2688482) features a 34mm stainless...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date With Factory Original Dial, circa 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date chocolate dial 34mm
By Rolex
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the astonishingly beautiful Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date, a timepiece that exudes unparalleled elegance and sophistication. With the reference number (15210), this horological ...
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual With Factory Original Dial from 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diam...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Factory Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X...
Stainless Steel
$5,440Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.38 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1510 35mm Mens 1980s Vintage Automatic RA753B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster 15010 Date automatic, c.1983, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed dial, applied ba...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Rare White Dial, circa 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 15000 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Late 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 Mens Automatic 1960s All Original RA675
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.1501 Men's automatic, c.1963, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Role...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 Mens Vintage Automatic 1960s RA675B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref.1501 Men's automatic, c.1963, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silve...
Stainless Steel
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.03 in
Rolex Oyster perpetual Ref 76080 SS Ladies 26mm Automatic circa 2000s RA734
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious elegance, Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual 76080 automatic, c.2000s, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex sign...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 35mm Mens Vintage Automatic 1970s RA604B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless iconic classic, Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1501 Date automatic, c.1972, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed silver d...
Stainless Steel
$5,840Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.38 in
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1510 35mm Mens 1980s Automatic All Original RA753
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic luxury, Men's all-stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual 15010 Date automatic, c.1983, all original, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmak...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Ref 1510 Oyster Perpetual Date Mens 35mm 1980s Vintage Automatic RA753C
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Versatile luxury, Men's Rolex Oyster 15010 Date automatic, c.1983, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed dial, applied bato...
Stainless Steel
$11,245
W 1.07 in L 1.46 in
1940's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens 18K Gold Watch - Very Fine & Rare with Warran
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
18k Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Classic Indexed Bezel, circa 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Mid 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42...
Steel, Stainless Steel
$38,400Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date, 18k Gold, Custom Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date crafted in 18k yellow gold, customised by jewellery designer Loree Rodkin. The watch features a champagne dial with baton hour markers, day aperture...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Stainless Steel with Custom Made T...... Blue Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster / Reference 6426 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diameter 35mm ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Precision Ladies Watch with a Rare Movement and Roman Numerals
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 4241 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1947 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm "Lug Tip to Lug ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner (No Date) 14060
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner REFERENCE: 14060 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oystersteel MOVEMENT: Automatic Very Good condition No box or papers ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFERENCE: 16610 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oystersteel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: 8.25 Good condition,...
Stainless Steel
$17,200Sale Price|20% Off
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
Rolex Air-King Stainless Steel Deep Blue Dial with Gold Hour Markers
By Rolex
Located in Zurich, CH
A Striking, Rare Configuration of a Mid-Century Minimalist Icon. The Rolex Air-King stands as one of the longest-running and most enduring collections in the crown's storied history...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Bracelet and Rare Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1969 / 70 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41m...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank MC Chronograph Ref 3666 Automatic Steel Watch Boxed
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Tank MC Reference Number : 3666 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Stainless Steel Measurements : Case width: 35 mm. (...
Steel
$23,995
W 1.38 in L 1.58 in
1950's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Ref. 2532 "Grande" Calatrava Watch - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
18k Gold
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 W Rolex Rivet Oyster Elastic Bracelet ( 6635)
By Rolex
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Rolex Model: Oysterdate Precision Reference Number: 6694 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Manual winding Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case ...
Stainless Steel
c. 1970 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Handwound, Ref. 3459 Disco Volante Style
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
18k Gold
$2,119
W 1.34 in L 1.6 in
1967 Omega Geneve Vintage Mens Cal. 565 Automatic Watch with Black Dial - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
Stainless Steel
$4,960Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.34 in
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1969, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unrestored Rolex signe...
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.
Find vintage Rolex watches, bracelets and more on 1stDibs.
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.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.
A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
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.