Rolex Explorer II 216570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 42mm Explorer II in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour markers, a
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Rolex Explorer II 216570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 42mm Explorer II in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour markers, a
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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
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial 216570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A men's Explorer II wristwatch in Oyster steel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570 Men's Watch, Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Braintree, GB
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570 Made in 2018, Purchase date 2019 Case Diameter: 42 mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch 216570
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570 Black Dial with Date
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570 Black Dial with Date - Automatic winding, 31
Rolex Explorer II 216570 Polar White Dial Orange 42mm Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
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Rolex Explorer II GMT Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic Men Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
216570. Box and papers included Details: Brand Rolex Department Men Model Number 216570 Country/Region
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Rolex Explorer II Steel Orange Hand Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Model Number 216570 Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland Model Rolex Explorer 216570 Style Luxury
Rolex Explorer II ref 216570, 42mm Stainless Steel Case, GMT Function, c 2011
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our instantly recognisable sports Rolex Explorer II reference 216570 features a 42mm stainless
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Rolex Explorer II Black Dial 42mm 216570 Stainless Steel Mens Watch Complete
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
blemishes. It is a genuine Rolex which has been inspected to verify authenticity. Sale comes with a Rolex
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Dm 1.66 in
Rolex Explorer II Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch White Dial 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch White Dial 216570
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Steel GMT Orange Hand Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. Brand Rolex Type Wristwatch Department Men Model Number 216570 Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland
Steel
Rolex Explorer II Steel GMT Orange Hand Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre owned Rolex Explorer II GMT Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic Men's Watch 216570. 2018 Card
$14,550
H 1.66 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.66 in
Rolex Explorer II GMT Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic Men's Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. 2014 Card, Box and papers are included. The watch shows light signs of wear on the bezel.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 216570 SIZE: 42mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42mm Black Dial Box and Card
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 216570 SIZE: 42mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II MINT White Dial Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 216570 SIZE: 42mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: White BAND
Stainless Steel
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Rolex Explorer II 216570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 216570 Mens Watch. 42mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel Stationary bezel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570 Men's Watch Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II. 42 mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel bezel with
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H 0.48 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.66 in
Rolex Explorer II 216570 WSO White Index Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This brand new Rolex 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Rolex Explorer II 216570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 42mm Explorer II wristwatch in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a white dial with a date display
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 216570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A men's Explorer II wristwatch in Oyster steel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 216570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A men's Explorer II wristwatch in Oyster steel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, PA
The Rolex Explorer II, reference number 216570, features an Oystersteel bracelet, a solid case back
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, PA
The Rolex Explorer II, reference number 216570, features an Oystersteel bracelet, a solid case back
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II White Dial Watch 216570-0001
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, PA
Introduced to mark the 40th anniversary of the Explorer II, the Rolex Explorer II Watch 216570-0001
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 216570 Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570 Mens Watch. 42mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II, Ref 216570. Complete Set, Excellent Condition
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Rolex Explorer II reference 216570 features a 42mm stainless steel case with stainless steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Automatic Wristwatch Ref 216570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II Ref 216570, Full Set, Excellent Condition
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Rolex Explorer II reference 216570 (a discontinued reference) features a 42mm stainless steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer ii Automatic Wristwatch Ref 216570
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: COM1251 Model Number: 216570 Serial Number: PP8***** Condition: 10 - Unworn condition Age
Rolex Explorer II Orange Hand Xl Gents 216570 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
REF W3711 MODEL NUMBER 216570 SERIAL NUMBER 24X****** CONDITION 10 - Unworn condition GENDER Gents
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 216570. (discontinued) With Box, 2011.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Rolex Explorer II reference 216570 features a 42mm stainless steel case with stainless steel
Rolex Explorer II orange hand xl 42mm gents 216570 watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
REF W3096 MODEL NUMBER 216570 SERIAL NUMBER 2GV***** CONDITION 10 - Unworn condition GENDER
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570 Men's Watch Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II. 42mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel bezel with 24
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H 0.5 in W 0.83 in Dm 1.66 in
Rolex Explorer II Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men’s Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
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Rolex Explorer II Polar Stainless Steel Oyster Bracelet White Dial 216570
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
distinguished from the night. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Explorer II Model number: 216570 Movement: Automatic
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Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Black Dial Automatic Wristwatch Ref 216570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
worn - original factory stickers still attached, comes complete with an original Rolex box, both
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570 Mens Watch with Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II. 42mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel bezel with
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570 Black Dial with Date
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570 Black Dial with Date - Automatic winding, 31
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570 Black Dial with Date
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570 Black Dial with Date - Automatic winding, 31
Rolex Explorer II 216570 Stainless Steel White Box and Papers Partial Sticker
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 216570 Serial: G897*** Year: 2012 Model: Explorer II Case Material: Stainless
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II GMT Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
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Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570 Black Dial with Date
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570 Black Dial with Date - Automatic winding, 31
Rolex Explorer II GMT Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic Men's Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a
Rolex Explorer II GMT Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by
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H 0.48 in W 0.83 in Dm 1.66 in
Rolex Explorer II GMT Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic Men's Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by
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Rolex Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 216570, 42mm Case, Stainless Steel, Year 2011
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our instantly recognisable sports Rolex Explorer II reference 216570 features a 42mm stainless
Rolex Explorer II 216570 White Dial GMT Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
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Rolex Explorer II 216570 BKSO Black Dial GMT Steel Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This display model Rolex Explorer II 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an
Rolex Explorer II GMT Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
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Rolex Explorer II 216570 Black Dial GMT 2010 Steel Automatic Men’s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
(17490) This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by
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Rolex Explorer II 216570 WSO White Dial Date Steel Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by
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H 12 in W 20 in Dm 42 in
Rolex Explorer II 216570 WSO White Dial Date Steel Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by
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H 0.52 in W 0.83 in Dm 1.66 in
Rolex Explorer II Steel Orange Hand Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by
Rolex Explorer II 216570 Bk Black Dial GMT Steel Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
(17930) This display model Rolex Explorer II 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered
Rolex Exporer II GMT Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic Men's Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Exporer II 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by
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H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Explorer II White Dial GMT Stainless Steel Automatic Mens Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Full 12 links. Box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model
Stainless Steel
Rolex Unworn Explorer II Gents Stainless Steel Black Dial B&P 216570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
complete with a Rolex box, both original swing tags and Warranty Card dated August 2020 - therefore will be
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 216570 WSO White Dial GMT Stainless Steel Automatic Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a
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H 0.48 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.62 in
Rolex Explorer II Steel GMT Orange Hand Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 216570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a
Rolex Explorer II 216570 Black Dial GMT 2010 Stainless Steel Automatic Men Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
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Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Aspen, CO
This current model Rolex Explorer II in new condition still has left four years on the Rolex
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II White Dial Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
style number 216570, Rolex serial number begins with G44… The watch is pre owned and comes with the
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Steel Black Dial GMT Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Department Men Style Sport Model Rolex Explorer 216570 Band Color Steel Dial Color Black Case
Rolex Explorer II GMT Steel Black Dial 1999 Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. Details: Model Number 16570 Brand Rolex Department Men Style Sport Model Rolex Explorer 216570 Band Color
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Oyster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 216570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 216570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Explorer II 216570 White Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
around the outer rim. Luminescent hands and markers. Date display at the 3 o'clock position. Rolex
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II GMT Black Dial Ref 216570 c.2010
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex Explorer II reference 216570 in stainless steel with black dial, GMT/Dual time and date
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer 216570
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
-owned Rolex Watch. Certified preowned Sport Rolex Explorer 216570 watch is made out of Stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42mm 216570
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
mm case size. Ref 216570. Circa 2020s. **Bank Wire Only at this price** Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Oyster Steel 216570
By Rolex
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pre-owned in good condition Rolex Explorer II, 42 mm Oystersteel case, fixed bezel with 24 hour
Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary 41mm with box and papers, 2022
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
ROYAL OAK SELFWINDING "50TH ANNIVERSARY" Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 18k Rose Gold This 18-carat pink gold Royal Oak Selfwinding in 41 mm is endowed with the new design evolution an...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$56,920
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Gold Ceramic Steel Black Dial Men Watch 116519LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. 2022 card. Comes with the original box and papers. Brand and Model Brand: Rolex Model: Cosmograph Daytona Model Number: 116519LN Design and Style Style: Luxury Watch Shape: ...
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Stamford, CT
The Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Wristwatch is an exquisite blend of timeless elegance and modern artistry. This luxurious timepiece sparkles with an array o...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Explorer Date 5701
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage stainless steel and yellow gold Rolex Explorer Date ref. 5701 automatic movement wristwatch. Featuring well aged champagne dial with applied dagger-style hour markers. Com...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chrono Steel Mens Watch 26331ST.OO.1220ST.02 Unworn
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Silver-tone stainless steel case with a silver-tone stainless steel bracelet. 8 screws fixed silver-tone stainless steel bezel. Black dial with silver-tone hands and index hour marke...
Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Automatic Silver Dial Steel 77350ST.OO.1261ST.01 B/P
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Stainless steel case with a silver-tone stainless steel bracelet. Fixed silver-tone stainless steel bezel. Silver-tone dial with index hour markers. Dial Type: Analog. Date display a...
Stainless Steel
$42,380
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Daytona White Panda Dial Steel Ceramic Automatic Mens Watch 116500LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Mint condition. This watch comes with an original box and paper. * Free Shipping within the USA * Three-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund....
Stainless Steel
Rolex Day Date 40 Presidential 228348RBR Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Dial Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Day Date 40 Presidential 228348RBR Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Dial Bezel The Rolex Yellow Gold President Day Date 40 228348RBR is a wristwatch with an analog display. It has ...
Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 41mm 126301 Rose Gold and Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 41mm 126301 Rose Gold and Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch Arabic Script Dial This watch comes with a LIFETIME diamond replacement warranty. We are so confident i...
Diamond, Gold, 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 Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523 Please note: PVD/DLC coating and bezel have been customized aftermarket. We use the highest quality coati...
Yellow Gold, PVD-Coated, Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 25721ST.OO.1000ST "Panda" Dial Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 25721ST.OO.1000ST "Panda" Dial Stainless Steel Diamond Watch. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visib...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$73,710 / item
Dm 1.66 in
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Fully Diamond Rose Gold Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Fully Diamond Rose Gold Watch Grey Dial Rubber Band 25940OK This watch comes with a LIFETIME diamond replacement warranty. We are so c...
Diamond, Rose Gold
$64,350 / item
Dm 1.62 in
Rolex Datejust II 116334 Blue Roman Diamond Dial Stainless Steel Custom Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust II Blue Roman Diamond Dial Stainless Steel Custom Diamond Watch with Baguettes on the Bracelet 116334
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523.
PVD-Coated, Stainless Steel
Vintage Red Rolex Submariner 1680 Original Dial Complete Box & Papers, 1970
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1680 Serial: 2936*** Year: 1970 Model: RED Letter Submariner Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Black Dial: Black Face: Acrylic Cas...
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.
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This model was designed for lefties.
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