Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Sea-Dweller crafted in steel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour markers, a
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Sea-Dweller crafted in steel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour markers, a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller Black Dial 16600
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An Oystersteel 40mm Sea-Dweller by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with the date display at 3 o'clock
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller 40mm Ref. 16600 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A highly collectible Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, featuring a robust 40mm stainless steel case and a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Sea-Dweller w/ Oyster Bracelet Ref. 16600
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 16600 Year: 1991’s Serial number: N4XXXXX Reference: C04779 Case: Show
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller 40mm Ref. 16600 Watch With Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
The robust Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, featuring a 40mm stainless steel case built for 4,000 feet of
Stainless Steel
NEW Rolex Sea Dweller 16600 Y Series 2002 Wristwatch Full Set
By Rolex
Located in Switzerland, CH
A collector's dream! One of the most demanded Rolex watches, this model has been discontinued and
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. Wrist Fit: 7.5 Inches. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 16600 Country
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Sea-Dweller REFRENCE: 16600 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller Mint Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Sea-Dweller REFRENCE: 16600 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL
Stainless Steel
Super Mint Rolex 16600 Sea-Dweller Black Dial Men's Watch Box & Paper
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Sea-Dweller Black Dial Men's Watch 16600 Box & Paper Specifications
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller 16600 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Sea-Dweller watch. Stainless steel 40mm case. Unidirectional
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller Comex 16600 diver's wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Paris, FR
Rare and fine stainless steel self winding diver's wristwatch made for the COMEX with box and paper.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea Dweller 'P Serial' Stainless Steel Men's Watch Automatic 16600
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 Sea-Dweller 16600
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5085 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Sea-Dweller Model Ref: 16600 Age: Gender: Mens Complete With
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5085 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Sea-Dweller Model Ref: 16600 Age: Gender: Mens Complete With
Rolex Nos Sea-Dweller 16600
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A NOS 40mm Sea-Dweller by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour markers, a date display
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600-T Mint
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Sea-Dweller REFRENCE: 16600-T SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller 16600 Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller 16600 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Unidirectional
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600 Mens Watch Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Sea-Dweller 16600 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Unidirectional
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600 Mens Watch Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Sea-Dweller 16600 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Unidirectional
Rolex Sea Dweller, Ref 16600, Complete Set, Outstanding Condition
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Rolex Sea Dweller, reference 16600 is one of the last produced with lug holes and solid end
Neo Vintage Rolex Sea-Dweller, Ref 16600, Excellent Condition
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our neo - vintage Rolex Sea-Dweller , reference 16600 , features its original tritium dial with
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller Wristwatch Ref 16600
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic movement, 31 jewels, Quickset date, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with rotating bezel and helium escape valve, 40mm diameter. Black dial with luminous markers. Sta...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea Dweller Stainless Steel Men's Divers Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Sea Dweller Stainless Steel Men's Divers Watch 16600 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Sea Dweller Stainless Steel Men's Divers Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Sea Dweller Stainless Steel Men's Divers Watch 16600 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Seadweller Wristwatch Ref 16600 / 16600t. Good Collection Piece.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Rolex Seadweller 16600 / 16600T, also known as Seadweller 4000, must be one of the last pre
Rolex Sea-Dweller Steel Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller Diver's Wristwatch Ref 16600
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic movement, 31 jewels, Quickset date, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with rotating bezel and helium escape valve, 40mm diameter. Black dial with luminous markers. Sta...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea Dweller Diver's Wristwatch Ref 16600
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with rotating bezel and helium escape valve (40mm diameter). Black dial with luminous markers. Stainles...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master II Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16600
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Specifications Movement: Automatic Case: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm Dial: Black Bracelet: Stainless Steel Strap Length: Adjustable up to 20cm Strap Width: At Case -...
Stainless Steel
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H 0.6 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Sea-Dweller Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men’s Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a
Rolex Seadweller 16600 / 16600T, AKA Seadweller 4000 Wristwatch, 40mm Case, 2007
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Rolex Seadweller 16600 / 16600T, also known as Seadweller 4000, is one of the last pre ceramic
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600 40mm Stainless Steel Sport 4000ft No Holes
By Rolex
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this 2003 Rolex Stainless Steel 4000ft Sea-Dweller 16600. This classic and
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea Dweller Steel Date Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Department: Men Model Number: 16600 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Diver Model: Rolex
Steel
New Old Stock Rolex Sea Dweller Stainless Steel Men's Divers Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
New Old Stock Rolex Sea Dweller Stainless Steel Men's Divers Watch 16600 - Automatic winding, 31
Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller Gents Stainless Steel Black Dial 16600 Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
movement, in excellent condition, comes complete with an original Rolex Box and Punched Papers dated June
Stainless Steel
2004 Rolex Sea-Dweller Men's Watch 16600 Box/Booklet Black Dial Bezel #17220
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2004 Rolex Sea-Dweller Men's Watch Model: 16600 Serial: F621883 Stainless steel case and band
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller Men's Watch, Stainless Steel Automatic 2 Yr Wnty w/ Box 16600
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
cloth, and the Rolex 4000 anchor. Brand: Rolex Sea-Dweller Model Number: 16600 Material: Stainless
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller Men's Watch, Stainless Steel Automatic 2 Yr Wnty w/ Box 16600
By Rolex
Located in Greensboro, NC
cloth, and the Rolex 4000 anchor. Brand: Rolex Sea-Dweller Model Number: 16600 Material: Stainless
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller 16600 Mens Watch Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Sea-Dweller 16600 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Unidirectional
Rolex Stainless Steel Seadweller Comex Wristwatch Ref 16600 circa in 1991
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a rare stainless steel Rolex Seadweller Ref. 16600 made for Comex in 1991. Comex is a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea Dweller Stainless Steel 16600
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5625 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Sea-Dweller Model Ref: 16600 Age: 23rd August 2008 Gender
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller Stainless Steel 16600
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Ref: W6706 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Sea-Dweller Model Ref: 16600 Age: 6th January 2006 Gender
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Stainless Steel Seadweller Ref 16600
By Rolex
Located in Verona, IT
Stainless steel Rolex Seadweller wristwatch, reference 16600T, 2000's. Black dial and black bezel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Seadweller 40 Automatic Steel Men’s Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Seadweller 40 Automatic Steel Mens Watch 16600. Officially certified chronometer self-winding
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller Wristwatch Ref 16600
By Rolex
Located in Boston, MA
Rolex stainless steel Sea-Dweller wristwatch, automatic movement, size 40mm. Ref. 16600 with a
Rolex Sea-Dweller Ref 16600 Stainless, circa 2002
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Sea-Dweller ref 16600, Y serial# circa 2002. Featuring 40mm diameter stainless steel case
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea Dweller Ref 16600 Stainless, circa 2001
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Sea-Dweller ref 16600 serial #K2 circa 2001. Featuring 40mm diameter stainless steel case
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Sea-Dweller Reference #: 16600. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 40 MM
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Sea-Dweller Reference #: 16600. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 40 MM
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Sea-Dweller Reference #: 16600. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 0 MM
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Sea-Dweller Reference #: 16600. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 40 MM
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Sea-Dweller Reference #: 16600. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 40 MM
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Sea-Dweller Reference #: 16600. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 40 MM
Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600. Officially certified chronometer self
Steel
Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600. Officially certified chronometer automatic
Steel
Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600. Officially certified chronometer automatic
Steel
Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600. Officially certified chronometer automatic
Steel
Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600. Officially certified chronometer automatic
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 16600
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex stainless steel Sea-Dweller wristwatch, Ref. 16600, 2006. This watch features a helium
Stainless Steel
Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Seadweller 4000 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch 16600. Officially certified chronometer automatic
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller wristwatch Ref 16600 , circa 2002
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Sea-Dweller ref 16600 serial #K7 circa 2002. Featuring 40mm diameter stainless steel case
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller Wristwatch Ref 16600 circa 2000
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Sea-Dweller wristwatch, Ref. 16600, serial number A9, circa 2000. 40mm case
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller Wristwatch ref 16600 Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea-Dweller ref 16600 serial# Y6 circa 2002. Full set complete with box and
Stainless Steel
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W 0.4 in D 0.56 in Dm 1.58 in L 7.49 in
Rolex Sea-Dweller 4000ft 16600 Auto Mens Watch Box & Paper 2005
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Sea-dweller 4000ft 16600 Auto Mens Watch 40mm Box & Paper 2005
Rolex Seadweller Black Dial Automatic Steel Men's Watch 16600 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Seadweller Black Dial Automatic Steel Mens Watch 16600 Box Papers. Officially certified
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41 Oystersteel Green Dial
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The watch is brand new comes with full set with box and warranty card. The watch does not come with the white serial tag or the bezel protector. The stickers were removed at the time...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Watch circa 1953
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 9168 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1953 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm "Lug Tip to Lug ...
14k Gold
$6,699
H 1.03 in W 0.4 in Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Lady Datejust 26mm 18K White Gold Steel Silver Stick Dial Watch 69174
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. No original box and papers. Comes with chronostore ...
Steel
$3,896
H 1.23 in Dm 1.03 in
1981 Ladies Stainless Steel Rolex Datejust 26mm Oyster Bracelet Watch Ref. 6718
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous unisex Rolex Datejust is from 1981 and reference 6718. The automatic self-winding movement runs smoothly and keeps accurate time. The watch remains in excellent overall...
Stainless Steel
$9,350
H 1.03 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust 26 Steel 18K Gold Custom Red MOP Dial And Bezel Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Custom Diamond Dial and bezel. No original box and no paper. It comes with a seller box. General Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust Model N...
18k Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18k Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Dial Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Custom Diamond dial and bezel. Comes with the gift box. General Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust Model Number: 69173 Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Sty...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu Moonphase 37mm Automatic Watch Box Papers WSBB0021
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
iturn0image0The Cartier Ballon Bleu Moonphase 37mm (reference WSBB0021) is a refined timepiece that exemplifies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with sophisticated ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date 41mm Oystersteel with box and papers
By Rolex
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Rolex Submariner Date 41mm Oystersteel An authentic collectors piece New or in excellent estate we can offer you your dream watch. In the pictures two brand new watches sold from 20...
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II Batman Oyster Steel Ceramic Automatic Men Watch 126710BLNR
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. 2022 card. Comes with the original box and paper. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify...
Steel
34mm Stainless Steel Tudor Prince Oysterdate
By Tudor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Further details on this Tudor Prince Oysterdate – Used (Good) Details Basic Info Brand Tudor Model Prince Oysterdate Movement Quartz Case material Steel Bracelet material Steel Year ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 18K Yellow Gold Steel Custom Champagne Diamond Dial Watch 16013
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Custom diamond bezel and band/buckle.
Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner 5513 Meters First Matte Dial Stainless Steel Circa 1969
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 5513 Serial: 1967*** Year: 1969 Model: Rolex Submariner (Non-Date) Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Custom Black Nato Strap Bezel: Black (Faded) Dial: Black Face...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT‑Master II 40mm Men’s Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: This Rolex stainless steel GMT‑Master II wristwatch offers classic sport‑luxury styling with a robust automatic movement and dual‑time functionality, ideal for freq...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Mens Rolex Ref 6494 Oysterdate Precision 34mm Manual Wind 1950s Vintage RA191
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex ref.6494 Oysterdate Precision hand-wind dress watch with roulette red-black date wheel, c.1957. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Role...
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Estate 18k Lady Datejust Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous Rolex wristwatch! Crafted in vibrant 18k yellow gold, this Lady-Datejust watch was created in the mid 1980s. The circular face of the watch features twelve gold dashes and...
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 31mm White Dial Steel 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Jubilee Watch 68273
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Datejust Midsize White Dial Steel Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 68273. Certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel oyster case 31 mm in diameter. Rolex lo...
Yellow Gold, 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.