Rolex Explorer II 16570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a black dial with a date aperture, a red
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a black dial with a date aperture, a red
Stainless Steel
Rolex Polar Explorar II NOS 16570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An unworn NOS Explorer II in stainless steel by Rolex. Featuring a white dial with a date aperture
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Steel Explorer II White Dial Ref. 16570
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Rolex Model: 16570 Year: 1996 Serial number: T4xxxxx Reference: C0_ Case: Show sign of wear
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Panna Polar S Serial 1993
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Rolex Explorer II 16570 “Panna” Polar – S Serial (1993) – Rare Collectible Vintage An exceptional
Rolex Explorer II reference 16570, 40mm Stainless Steel, Oyster Bracelet, Yr2000
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Neo vintage Rolex Explorer II reference 16570 features a 40mm stainless steel case with
$11,200
W 1.58 in L 1.58 in
1995 Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel Polar White Dial Automatic 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rational GMT Choice The 16570 Explorer II is the understated alternative to the GMT-Master
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Steel No Holes Case GMT Automatic Mens Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. Brand Rolex Type Wristwatch Department Men Model Number 16570 Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland
Rolex Explorer II Steel No Holes Case GMT Automatic Mens Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a
Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Men’s Watch is a timeless and
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 40mm White Polar Dial Stainless Steel Oyster Mens Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Function, Aesthetics, and Technology, Designed to Be Both Robust and Comfortable. Details: Brand: Rolex
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 16570 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 16570 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 16570 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 40mm Stainless Steel Automatic Watch, White Dial
By Rolex
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This Rolex Explorer II, reference 16570, is a classic tool watch crafted in stainless steel with a
Stainless Steel, Steel
Unavailable
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
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Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
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Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar ""Swiss"" Dial Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless
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Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
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Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel White Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 "SWISS" Dial Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 42mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar "Swiss" Dial Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar ""Swiss"" Dial Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless
Rolex Oyster Explorer II White Dial Automatic Men's Watch, 16570
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex Oyster Explorer II 42mm White Dial Automatic Men's Watch - 16570 Style Number
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 16570 circa 2003
By Rolex
Located in Buffalo Grove, IL
Brand: Rolex Movement: Automatic Model: Explorer II Model number: 16570 Serial number: F582515
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Original Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 41mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Rolex Oyster Explorer II 42mm White Dial Automatic Men's Watch - 16570
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex Oyster Explorer II 42mm White Dial Automatic Men's Watch - 16570 Style Number
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 'P Serial' Stainless Steel Men's Watch Automatic 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Rolex Band Color: Stainless Steel Gender: Men's Case Size: 40-43.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 'Z Serial' Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand:Rolex Band Color: Stainless Steel Gender: Men's Case Size: 40-43.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570 GMT Stainless Steel Black Dial Watch W/ Papers
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex Explorer II 16570 GMT Stainless Steel Black Dial Watch W/ Papers & Hang Tag Specifications
Stainless Steel, Steel
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in L 6.97 in
Rolex Explorer II 16570 F-Serial Men's Automatic Watch Black Dial SS 40mm
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Explorer II 16570 F-Serial Men's Automatic Watch Black Dial SS 40mm
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Rolex Explorer II 16570T Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 T Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer 2 Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand: Rolex Model: Explorer 2 16570 Case: Rolex Stainless Steel 40mm Bezel: Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570T Engraved Rehaut Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II Professional 16570 T Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24
Rolex 16570 Explorer II Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16570 Model: Explorer II Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm Bezel
Stainless Steel
Rolex 16570 Explorer II White Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16570 Model: Explorer II Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex 16570 Explorer II White Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16570 Model: Explorer II Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a black dial with a date aperture and a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stainless steel Explorer II by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with a date aperture and a red 24
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, PA
The Rolex Explorer II, reference number 16570, is a member of the renowned “Explorer” collection
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Polar 16570
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4937 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Explorer II Model Ref: 16570 Age: 9th January 2003 Gender
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Model 16570 - Men's automatic-winding wristwatch with date. Stainless steel case
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time Display
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel 24 Hour time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel fix bezel with 24
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel fix bezel with 24
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel fix bezel with 24
Rolex Explorer II Gents 16570 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W3710 Model: 16570 Serial: D65**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 30th November 2006
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a white dial with the date, a red 24-hour
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Discontinued Rolex Explorer Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Discontinued Rolex Explorer Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bezel. White
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bezel. White
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bezel. White
Ref. 16570, Explorer II Rolex, Oyster Perpetual Date
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
Ref. 16570, Explorer II Rolex, “Oyster Perpetual Date, Explorer II, Superlative Chronometer
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Engraved Rehaut Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel 24 Hour time
2002 Rolex Explorer II Stainless Steel Model 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II Stainless Steel 40mm White Dial Polar Dial, Model 16570 c.2002 Throughout the
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Explorer II Stainless Steel Gents 16570, 1999
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W3679 Model: 16570 Serial: A22**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 1999 Case Diameter
Stainless Steel
$7,499Sale Price|25% Off
Rolex Explorer 36mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 14270
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Rolex Explorer 36mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 14270. The minor patina on the dial near the center of the hands around canon pinion. This Timepiece wa...
Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Submariner Date in steel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with a unidirectional rotating bezel and a black 60-minute graduation bezel insert. Fitted with a scratch-resistant ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona 18K White Gold Black Diamond Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116509
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. 2022 card. Original box and papers. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 116509 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model:...
White Gold
$40,823
H 1.58 in W 0.5 in Dm 1.58 in
Unworn Rolex Daytona 40mm Steel Ceramic White Dial Panda Oyster Watch 116500LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. 2023 card. Box and papers included. General Information: Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Name: Rolex Daytona 116500LN Model Number: 116500LN Country/Reg...
Steel
$63,248
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 40mm 18K Gold Stick White Dial Men Watch 116508
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Mint condition. Box and papers included. * Free Shipping within the USA * Three-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the wa...
18k Gold
$18,150
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Yacht Master 40mm Steel 18K Gold Chocolate Dial Automatic Men Watch 126621
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex...
Steel
Rolex Daytona Chronograph White Ivory Creamy Dial 116520 Steel Watch 2001
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Rolex Model: 116520 Year: 2001 Serial number: K4xxxxx Reference: C03499 Case: Show sign of wear with slight polish from previous; inner case back stamped 2100 Dial: Excellen...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yacht-Master 40MM 126622
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Yacht-Master in stainless steel by Rolex. Featuring a bright blue dial with a date aperture and a platinum bi-directional rotatable bezel, with raised 60-minute numerals and g...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 216570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A men's Explorer II wristwatch in Oystersteel by Rolex. Features a black dial with applied hour markers, a date aperture, an orange 24-hour hand and a fixed stainless steel bezel fea...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm Platinum Steel Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116622
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. No original box and papers. Comes with a chronostore box. Rolex Yacht-Master Wristwatch - Model 116622 General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Ya...
Steel
Rolex Yacht-Master 37mm Platinum Steel Rhodium Dial Automatic Watch 268622
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Comes with the original box and papers. Case Details: Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Color: Gray Case Size: 37 mm Case Thickness: 11 mm Caseback: Solid Case Finish: ...
Steel
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial 42mm 216570 Stainless Steel Mens Watch Complete
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and does not have any visible scratches or blemishes. It is a genuine Rolex which has been inspected to verify authenticity. ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Steel GMT Orange Hand Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre owned. 2014 card. Original Box and Papers are Included. Covered by 1-year Chronostore Warranty. Brand Rolex Type Wristwatch Department Men Model Number 216570 Country/Region of ...
Steel
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel Black Index Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116520
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned watch in good condition. Comes with an original box and papers. 2-year chronostore warranty. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Daytona 116520 Model Number: 116520 Co...
Steel
$20,585
H 1.62 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.62 in
New Rolex Submariner Date Steel Ceramic Black Dial Watch 126610LN Box Pappers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Comes with the original box and papers. 5 year Rolex warranty. * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. B...
Steel
Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm 126622
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Yacht-Master in Oystersteel by Rolex. Features a blue dial with a red ticker and a platinum bi-directional rotatable bezel with 60-minute numerals and graduations. Fitted wit...
Platinum, 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.