1959 Rolex Vintage Mens Early Datejust, Ref. 6605 - Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
Hands: Original, steel luminous "dauphines" Movement type: Cal. 1065, rhodium plated, 25 jewels, adjusted to five positions and temperature, straight-line lever escapement, shock ab...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust with Rare Engine Turned Bezel 1954 Red and Black Datewheel
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 6305 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1954 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm "Lug Tip to Lug ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Silvered Dial from 1960
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diameter 34mm ...
1962 Rolex Explorer Ref. 5501 Vintage Mens Watch - Stainless Steel & 14K Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: Rolex Country of origin: Switzerland, made for the Canadian market Model: Ref. 5501, Oyster Perpetual Explorer Case no.: 846,380 Year made: ...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Day Date 36MM 18038 Walnut Birch Wood Dial Bark 18K Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Men Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Diameter: 36.00 mm Weight: 123.56 grams ROLEX Gent's 18K yellow gold, ROLEX Swiss-made wristwatch.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
OWNED & LOVED BY MARTIN SHEEN - Gevril Avenue of Americas Massive SS Watch, Box
By Gevril
Located in Suwanee, GA
Dimensions: 34mm wide (excluding crown) by 52.6mm long lug tip to tip Dial: Light silver with large steel applique styled Arabic indices, signed Gevril, apertures for the month, day...
Stainless Steel
Owned by Siegfried & Roy with Photo - Philippe Charriol Mens Red Chronograph SS
By Piaget
Located in Suwanee, GA
Powering the watch is a very fine Swiss made complicated mechanical automatic chronograph movement based on the renowned Valjoux 7750 movement found in many chronographs made by Brei...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Automatic Dress Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex, automatic, fitted with calibre 1520. Gold Filled Circa 1960's Case. Three-body, 14kt gold filled polished and brushed, with snap back case. Case show some aging with knife ...
Gold-filled
ROLEX Men's Gold-Cap Oyster Perpetual 6634 Automatic, c.1957 Swiss Vintage LV896
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Brand: Rolex MPN: Does not apply Band Material: Leather Band Type: Two-Piece Strap Case Color: Gold Case Material: Gold Plated,Gold-Capped Case Size: 34...
Rolex Yellow Gold Presentation Manual Wristwatch, circa 1956
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company / The T. Eaton Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Eaton / Reference 6422 METAL / MATERIAL: 14 Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA: 1956 / 1957 DIMENSIONS: Length 42mm...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Zephyr Self Winding Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Zepher, 6582 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Self Winding Perpetual, Caliber 1030, 25 jewels DIAL / HANDS: Restored Original Silvered D...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Steel No Holes Blue Dial Ladies Automatic Watch 67180
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Covered by 1-year Chronostore Warranty. Details: Brand Rolex Department Women Model Number 67180 Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland Model Rolex Oyster Perpetual 67180 Style L...
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Gold Stainless Steel Diamond MOP Dial Ladies Watch 6719
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Covered by 1-year Chronostore Warranty. Details: Brand Rolex Department Women Model Number 6719 Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland Model 6719 Style Classic, Luxury Movement Me...
Rolex "Golden Egg" Men's Vintage Gold-Capped Ref.6634 Automatic, c.1957 LV896TAN
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Brand: Rolex MPN: Does not apply Band Material: Leather Band Type: Two-Piece Strap Case Color: Gold Case Material: Gold Plated,Gold-Capped Case Size: 34...
Rolex Ladies Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Self-Winding Wristwatch Ref 67180
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
Oyster Perpetual Ref. 67230. Made in 1997. Fine, tonneau-shaped, center seconds, self-winding, waterresistant, stainless steel lady's wristwatch with a stainless steel Rolex Oyster ...
Stainless Steel
1962 Rolex Explorer Ref. 5501 Vintage Mens Watch - Stainless Steel & 14K Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: Rolex Country of origin: Switzerland, made for the Canadian market Model: Ref. 5501, Oyster Perpetual Explorer Case no.: 846,380 Year made: ...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Day Date 36MM 18038 Walnut Birch Wood Dial Bark 18K Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Men Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Diameter: 36.00 mm Weight: 123.56 grams ROLEX Gent's 18K yellow gold, ROLEX Swiss-made wristwatch.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Very Rare Vintage Rolex Oyster Prima 1925, Original Box & Paperwork, Circa 1925
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
The caseback is engraved as it appears to have been a gift, in September 1930. The box states the 25 world records and that this watch was especially made for A Chillcott in Bristol.
Cartier Tank Americaine XL Mens Watch, Ref. 1741 - 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
Movement type: Cartier automatic, rhodium-finished lever movement, 25 jewels, shock protected, monometallic balance Band: Genuine alligator (non-Cartier), fully stitched, padded, br...
White Gold
Rolex 18k Gold Oyster Lady Datejust 6917 Automatic, c.1976 Swiss Luxury LV878
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Brand: Rolex MPN: Does not apply Band Material: Leather Band Type: Two-Piece Strap Case Color: Gold Case Material: Gold Case Size: 25 mm Complication...
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Dial from, 1955
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6564 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1955 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diamet...
Rolex Ladies Oyster Perpetual Date 79160 Automatic w/Diamond set, c.2000 LV929
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Brand: Rolex MPN: Does not apply Band Material: Stainless Steel Band Type: Bracelet/Link Band Case Color: Silver Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Siz...
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date self-winding Wristwatch, circa 1957
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
Oyster Perpetual , Date, Officially Certified Chronometer, case No. 22xxxx, Ref. 6534. Made in 1957. Fine, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel wristwatch...
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1966 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 24MM 6615 Oyster 14K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Diameter: 24.00 mm Weight: 45.19 grams One ladies 14K yellow gold ROLEX Swiss-made watch.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Antique 14K Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Vintage 1960s Swiss Made Original golden dial with golden markers and hands, Rolex crown motif at 12 o'clock Movement Manual winding Movement: Caliber 1401 Num...
14k Gold
Rolex for Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Serial Nr. 856XXX Diameter 36mm The Rolex reference 1012 was made exclusively in 18k yellow gold and in very small production between the late 1950's and early 60's.
18k Gold
Rolex Silver Tudor Style 41mm Datejust Fluted Special Edition Watch
By Tudor
Located in Downey, CA
Dress watch style. Watch label: Swiss Made. Tudor Style Automatic Black Dial Men's 41 mm Watch BRAND: Tudor by ROLEX SERIES: Style - Oyster Datejust MODEL: M12710-0003 WATCH LAB...
Rolex Silver Tudor Style 41mm Datejust Fluted Special Edition Watch
By Tudor
Located in Downey, CA
Dress watch style. Watch label: Swiss Made. Tudor Style Automatic Black Dial Men's 41 mm Watch BRAND: Tudor by ROLEX SERIES: Style - Oyster Datejust MODEL: M12710-0003 WATCH LAB...
Rolex Sterling Silver Art Deco Wristwatch, 1930
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Hallmarked for Glasgow import into the United Kingdom in 1930. 15-Jewel (Rubies) movement signed Rolex and Swiss made.
Silver, Sterling Silver
Rolex Yellow Gold Art Deco Articulated Lugs Chronometre Wristwatch, 1937
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco vintage wristwatch by Rolex made in 1937. Gold case with stepped sides, articulated, curved lugs, marked “25 World’s Records” and hallmarked for Glasgow import into the ...
Gold
Omega Vintage Stainless Steel Manual Wind Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Omega Wrist Watch, 35 MM Stainless Steel 3 piece Water Proof case, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement, Excellent, mint condition, Silver Satin dial with raised and...
Stainless Steel
Omega 14Kt Solid Gold Watch Mid Century Watch with Original Waffle Dial
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Reference 6550 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 32mm M...
14k Gold
Omega Stainless Steel Constellation with Original Dial circa 50 / 60's
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Constellation / Reference 2852 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1950 / 60's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Di...
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Rolex Steel and 14Kt. Solid Gold Oyster Perpetual with Original Dial Mid 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 7008 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and 14Kt. Gold CIRCA / YEAR: Mid 1960's DIMENSIONS / SI...
Gold, Steel
Patek Philippe Round Crystal Dial Leather Strap Wristwatch in Yellow Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
A classic Patek Philippe wristwatch, featuring a round dial covered in crystal with hours and hands represented by yellow gold lines. Case and case back are made of 18K yellow gold. ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual Very Rare Deepsea From 1954 / 55 Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6332 METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Shell CIRCA / YEAR: 1954 / 55 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diamet...
Gold
Patek Philippe 3322 Ladies Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Patek Philippe Reference 3322 Wrist Watch. 16 x 20 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case with hand Texturing, 20 Jewel Mechanical, manual wind Nickle lever movement, Patek Ph...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1999 26mm Rolex Presidential 18K Gold with Champagne Dial and Fluted Bezel.
By Rolex
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
SN# U80**** Year: 1999. Brand: Rolex. Crystal: Sapphire. Gender: Women's. Bezel: Fluted Bezel. Dial Color: Champagne. Case Dimensions: 26mm. Condition: Mint Condition. Metal Type: 1...
18k Gold
Small Vintage Women's Watch Signed Kody
Located in Vannes, FR
This vintage ladies' watch in 18-carat yellow gold by Kody is a true collector's item dating back to the 1960s. Equipped with a Swiss movement, it combines precision and timeless ele...
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Patinated Charcoal Dial from 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39...
Stainless Steel
1999 Cartier Tank Basculante 2386 Stainless Steel White Roman Dial Quartz 22 mm
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A More Elegant Reversible Tank The Tank Basculante, first released in 1932, is Cartier's clever and arguably more refined take on the reversible watch. While the Jaeger-LeCoultre Re...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Jager-Le-Coultre 18k Yellow Gold Mens Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre men’s watch is a refined and highly collectible example of classic Swiss watchmaking, combining the prestige of one of the most respected manufactures i...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Vintage 1967 Rolex Air-King Ref. 5500 Stainless Steel Wristwatch, 34mm
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A true vintage classic, this 1967 Rolex Air-King Ref. 5500 offers understated sophistication with a storied pedigree. Featuring a 34mm stainless steel case and powered by a reliable ...
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Rare Early Air King with Original Patinated Dial Early 60s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diame...
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Vintage Patinated Dial 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...
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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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.
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This model was designed for lefties.
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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.