Rolex Yacht-Master 42 Titanium Unworn 2026
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Yacht-Master 42 REFERENCE: 226627 SIZE: 42mm CASE: Titanium DIAL: Black BAND: Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic Unworn Accommodated with an up-to-date digital...
Titanium
NEW Rolex Sky Dweller 42 18K Rose Gold Rubber White Dial Automatic Watch 326235
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. * Warranties provided by us are exclusively handled by our own certified watchmakers. Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Sky-Dweller Model Number: 326235 Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) O...
Rose Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42
By Rolex
Located in Bradford, Ontario
Unworn, all papers box etc. The newest Yacht-master line, the 42mm in 18k white gold is a tour de force in Rolex design and engineering. Rolex has brilliantly taken one of its lea...
Titanium
Unworn Rolex Sky-Dweller 42 Reference# 336935, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Sky-Dweller Ref. 336935 is a masterful union of sophisticated engineering and timeless elegance, crafted for travelers who demand both refinement and advanced functionality...
Gold
Unworn Rolex Sky-Dweller 42 Reference# 336935, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Sky-Dweller Ref. 336935 is a striking expression of advanced engineering and timeless luxury, crafted for the modern traveler who demands both sophistication and performanc...
Gold
Unworn Rolex Sky-Dweller 42 Reference# 336934, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Sky-Dweller Ref. 336934-0008, introduced in 2023, is a remarkable fusion of technical innovation and elegant design. Crafted in White Rolesor — Rolex’s blend of durable Oys...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Unworn Rolex Sky-Dweller 42 Reference# 336934, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Sky-Dweller Ref. 336934-0002 represents the pinnacle of Rolex innovation — a seamless fusion of luxury, functionality, and engineering brilliance. Crafted from a striking c...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Unworn Rolex Sky-Dweller 42 Reference# 336933, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex Sky-Dweller Ref. 336933-0001, represents a fusion of advanced engineering, luxury, and timeless style. Designed for the sophisticated world traveler, this 42mm masterpiece ...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Unworn Rolex Yacht-Master 42 Reference# 226658, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Yacht-Master 226658-0001 – Bold Elegance in 18K Yellow Gold with Oysterflex Comfort The Rolex Yacht-Master 226658-0001 exudes nautical luxury with a commanding 42mm case craft...
Yellow Gold
Unworn Rolex Yacht-Master 42 Reference# 226627, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Yacht-Master 226627-0001 – RLX Titanium Innovation in a Sleek 42mm Profile The Rolex Yacht-Master 226627-0001 represents a bold leap forward for the Yacht-Master line, introdu...
Titanium
Rolex Yacht-Master 42, 18k White Gold, Oysterflex Bracelet, 226659
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Perpetual Yacht-Master 42 Watch of 18k White Gold.
White Gold
Rolex Yacht-Master 42, 226659-0002, UNWORN Watch, 2022, B+P
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Yacht-Master 42 watch with polished 18k White Gold case.
White Gold
Rolex Yacht-Master 42 Yellow Gold Black Dial 2022 226658 Unworn Watch Complete
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Make: Rolex Model: Yacht-Master Reference: 226658-0001 Diameter: 42 mm Case material: 18k Yellow Gold Dial color: Black dial with a applied 18k Yellow Gold hour markers (triangular, ...
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.
Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond Day-Date II President Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Automatic winding, 31 jewels, sapphire crystal, with day and date. 18k yellow gold case with Rolex 42 diamond bezel (41mm diameter). Black wave dial with gold Arabic numerals. 18k y...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond President Day-Date II Automatic Wristwatch Ref 218348
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Day-Date II Diamond & 18k Yellow Gold Men's President Watch 218348 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, sapphire crystal, with day and date. 18k yellow gold case with Rolex 42 ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yacht-Master 42 18 Karat Gold Black Dial Ceramic Bezel Men's Watch 226659
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This functional bezel – which allows the wearer to calculate, for example, the sailing time between two buoys – is also a key component in the model’s distinctive visual identity. Li...
White Gold
Rolex Unworn Yacht-Master 42 Gents 18 Karat White Gold Black Dial B&P 226659
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 42 mm Unworn 18k White Gold Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42 Gents Wristwatch, black dial with applied hour markers, date at 3 0'clock, an 18k white gold bi-directional rotating be...
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 26 Lady Jubilee 26mm
By Rolex
Located in PARIS, FR
Powered by the automatic Rolex Caliber 2030 with a 42-hour power reserve and 28 jewels, this timepiece ensures smooth and precise performance.
Rolex Day-Date President Diamond Watch 18049
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, PA
It’s water resistant up to 100 meters and is powered by a Rolex Calibre 3055 with 42 hours of power reserve.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Yacht-Master Automatic Black Dial 18ct Oysterflex Rubber Strap 226659
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
The raised polished numerals and graduations stand out clearly against a matt, sand-blasted background. Like all Rolex Professional watches, the Yacht-Master 42 offers exceptional le...
White Gold
Rolex Submariner 16618 Oyster 18k Yellow Gold Blue Sunburst Dial Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
About: Basic Info: Brand: Rolex Model: Submariner Date Model number: 16618 Movement: Automatic Case material: Yellow gold Bracelet material: Yellow gold Year of production: 2007 Cond...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Sky-Dweller Auto 42mm Yellow Gold Men's Oyster Bracelet Watch GMT 326938
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
About: Brand: Rolex MPN: 326938 Model: Rolex Sky-Dweller Case Size: 42 mm Stone: Diamond Band Color: Gold Year of Manufacture: 2010-Now Gender: Men's Band Type: Bracelet/Link Band S...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 42
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Accessories: Instruction Booklet, Warranty Card - Dated, Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 42mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 21mm, Wrist circumference: 6.5" Designer: Rolex Mode...
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 42
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Accessories: Box, Warranty Card - Dated, Instruction Booklet Measurements: Case Size/Width: 42mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 21mm, Wrist circumference: 6.5" Designer: Rolex Mode...
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Mens Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Mens Watch 216570.
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Unworn.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Unworn.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Unworn.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Unworn.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Unworn.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Unworn.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570.
Steel
Rolex Black 18k White Gold Oystersteel Sky-Dweller Men's Wristwatch 42 mm
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A luxury watch you will love having in your collection is this Sky-Dweller M326934-0005 from Rolex. Celebrated for its classy style details, innovation, and luxe factor, Rolex delive...
White Gold
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Men's Watch 216570 Box
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box.
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 226570 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 226570 Unworn.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 226570 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 226570 Unworn.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Watch 226570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Unworn.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 Black Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Explorer II 42 White Dial Orange Hand Steel Mens Watch 216570 Box Card.
Steel
18K Gold 6.55cts Bezel Set Men's Colombian Emerald Solitaire Gypsy Signet Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a stunning, Colombian emerald signet bezel ring in 18K yellow gold. This gorgeous statement-size solitaire ring carries a 6.55-carat ethically mined emerald in a secure ...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15407OR.OO.1220OR.01 Double Balance Wheel Iced Out
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel in 18K Rose Gold 15407OR Openworked Dial is an iconic masterpiece known for its sporty octagonal case shape, substantial link bracelet,...
Rose Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore White Ceramic 15707CB.OO.A010CA.01 Unworn
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Unleash the extraordinary with the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore White Ceramic 15707CB.OO.A010CA.01. This unworn masterpiece combines avant-garde design and horological precisio...
Stainless Steel
Rare Cartier Tank Basculante Platinum & Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare, platinum and rose gold Tank Basculante by Cartier. Featuring a silver guilloche dial with roman numerals, blued steel sword-shaped hands, a hidden Cartier signature at VII an...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Rolex Submariner Date 16610
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFERENCE: 16610 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oyster Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: 8.25 Good...
Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver 15720ST.OO.A052CA.01
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning men's 42mm Royal Oak Offshore Diver wristwatch crafted from stainless steel, by Audemars Piguet. Featuring a green dial with méga tapisserie pattern, a date at 3 o'clock a...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116500LN
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stainless steel 116500LN Daytona from Rolex with a black dial. Complementing the black dial is a black ceramic bezel with a tachymetric scale, three counters, and pushers. The Oys...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Presidential 18kt Gold White Mother of Pearl 8+2 Custom Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Presidential 18kt Gold White Mother of Pearl 8+2 Custom Diamond Watch 18038
Diamond, Gold
Breguet Marine 5817BA Automatic 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Breguet
Located in New York, NY
A men's watch created by Breguet 5817BA/12/9V8 for the Marine collection, featuring an 18K yellow gold bezel enclosing a 39 mm round case with a silver guilloche dial and Roman numer...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
$44,910
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Daytona Chronograph Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116500LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. 2023 Card. Box and papers. * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the watch's authenticit...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Presidential Diamond White Dial Custom Diamond 18KT Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Presidential 36mm Diamond White Dial Custom Diamond 18KT Yellow Gold Watch 18038 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratche...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 42mm Diamond Watch 25721ST
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 42mm Stainless Steel Diamond Watch with Black Dial 25721ST Black dial with “Petite Tapisserie” pattern, white counters, white gold app...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona NOS APH Black Dial 116520
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
The predecessor to the 116500LN, this unworn stainless steel Cosmograph Daytona NOS by Rolex. Featuring a unique APH error black dial, a tachymetric scale, three chronograph counters...
Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Volcano Fully Ice Out Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Volcano Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch 26170ST.OO.D101CR Even among Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshores, the “Volcano” is a stan...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex 1665 Double Red Sea Dweller Stainless Steel 40mm 1972
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1665 Serial: 3066*** Year: 1972 Model: Sea Dweller Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Black Dial: Black DOUBLE RED SEA DWELLER Face: Acryli...
Stainless Steel, 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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A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
This model was designed for lefties.
Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller of Rolex watches is highly vetted.
From understanding the models to choosing among vintage, pre-owned and new watches, here’s our expert advice on finding the best Rolex for you.
As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.