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Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 44mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116660
Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 44mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116660

Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 44mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116660

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

It is completed with a stainless steel band that opens and closes with a fold over clasp. Brand Rolex Type Wristwatch Department Men Model Number 116660 Country/Region of Manufactur...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea 44mm Ceramic Bezel Black Dial Oystersteel Watch 116660
Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea 44mm Ceramic Bezel Black Dial Oystersteel Watch 116660

Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea 44mm Ceramic Bezel Black Dial Oystersteel Watch 116660

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

This durable watch is driven by COSC Superlative Chronometer Certified Self-winding movement with a 48-hour power reserve. Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Sea-Dweller Deepsea Reference...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

NEW Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm Ceramic Steel White Dial Automatic  Watch 116680
NEW Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm Ceramic Steel White Dial Automatic  Watch 116680

NEW Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm Ceramic Steel White Dial Automatic Watch 116680

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Comes with an original box and papers included. Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Yacht-Master 116680 Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Style: Luxury Vintage: No Movement: Type: Mechanical (...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

2022 Rolex Yacht Master II 116688 44mm Blue Ceramic 18k Yellow Gold Box Paper
2022 Rolex Yacht Master II 116688 44mm Blue Ceramic 18k Yellow Gold Box Paper

2022 Rolex Yacht Master II 116688 44mm Blue Ceramic 18k Yellow Gold Box Paper

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 116688 Serial: 8Y0H**** Year: 2022 Model: Rolex Yacht Master II Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Blue Ceramic Bezel ...

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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea, Black, 44 mm, Ref# 126660, 2022, Unworn, Discontinued
Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea, Black, 44 mm, Ref# 126660, 2022, Unworn, Discontinued

Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea, Black, 44 mm, Ref# 126660, 2022, Unworn, Discontinued

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

44 mm oystersteel case with helium escape valve, screw-down back, screw-down crown, unidirectional rotating bezel with scratch-resistant ceramic Cerachrom insert and platinum coated ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 44mm Ref 11660 Watch With Box and Papers
Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 44mm Ref 11660 Watch With Box and Papers

Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 44mm Ref 11660 Watch With Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

A Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 116660, featuring a bold 44mm stainless steel case and an ultra-thick 17.7mm profile, engineered for extreme underwater performance.

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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm Steel White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116680 Complete
Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm Steel White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116680 Complete

Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm Steel White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116680 Complete

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm Steel White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116680 Mercedes Hands This watch has been professionally polished and does not have any visible scratches or blemis...

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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master II 116680 Blue Ceramic Bezel Steel Automatic Watch Box 44mm
Rolex Yacht-Master II 116680 Blue Ceramic Bezel Steel Automatic Watch Box 44mm

Rolex Yacht-Master II 116680 Blue Ceramic Bezel Steel Automatic Watch Box 44mm

By Rolex

Located in Dayton, OH

Comes with Box, Papers and watch card -Model case Oyster, 44 mm, Oystersteel -Oyster architecture Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown -Diameter 44 mm -Mater...

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Late 20th Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Stainless Steel

2021 Rolex Yacht-Master II Oystersteel Everose Gold 44mm Men's Watch 116681 BNP
2021 Rolex Yacht-Master II Oystersteel Everose Gold 44mm Men's Watch 116681 BNP

2021 Rolex Yacht-Master II Oystersteel Everose Gold 44mm Men's Watch 116681 BNP

By Rolex

Located in Newport Beach, CA

We are pleased to offer this excellent condition 2021 Rolex Yacht-Master II Men's Watch 116681. This watch is definitely a statement piece, it featuring a stainless steel 44mm case, ...

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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master II Watch 116688
Rolex Yacht-Master II Watch 116688

Rolex Yacht-Master II Watch 116688

By Rolex

Located in Southampton, PA

Equipped with new hands and a new white 44mm dial, the Rolex boasts enhanced legibility and sharpened aesthetic appeal.

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Sea Dweller Wristwatch Ref 11660
Rolex Stainless Steel Sea Dweller Wristwatch Ref 11660

Rolex Stainless Steel Sea Dweller Wristwatch Ref 11660

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Rolex Sea Dweller 44mm watch with ceramic black bezel, black dial, oyster bracelet, and sapphire crystal.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex DeepSea Sea-Dweller 116660 Stainless Steel With Box and Papers
Rolex DeepSea Sea-Dweller 116660 Stainless Steel With Box and Papers

Rolex DeepSea Sea-Dweller 116660 Stainless Steel With Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Still under Rolex warranty. This classic and highly sought after Rolex sport watch features a 44mm stainless steel case with helium escape valve, factory original black ceramic time-...

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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

2023 Unworn Rolex DeepSea James Cameron Sea-Dweller 136660 Steel Box Papers
2023 Unworn Rolex DeepSea James Cameron Sea-Dweller 136660 Steel Box Papers

2023 Unworn Rolex DeepSea James Cameron Sea-Dweller 136660 Steel Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in Newport Beach, CA

We are pleased to offer this Brand New Unworn June 2023 Rolex DeepSea James Cameron Sea-Dweller 136660. This classic and highly sought after Rolex sport watch features a 44mm stainle...

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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

2023 Unworn Rolex DeepSea James Cameron Sea-Dweller 136660 Steel Box Papers
2023 Unworn Rolex DeepSea James Cameron Sea-Dweller 136660 Steel Box Papers

2023 Unworn Rolex DeepSea James Cameron Sea-Dweller 136660 Steel Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in Newport Beach, CA

This classic and highly sought after Rolex sport watch features a 44mm stainless steel case with helium escape valve, factory original black ceramic time-lapse bezel insert and facto...

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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Black Stainless Steel DeepSea Sea-Dweller 116660 Men's Wristwatch 44 mm
Rolex Black Stainless Steel DeepSea Sea-Dweller 116660 Men's Wristwatch 44 mm

Rolex Black Stainless Steel DeepSea Sea-Dweller 116660 Men's Wristwatch 44 mm

By Rolex

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

A Rolex icon and a sea explorer's trusted friend. The Sea-Dweller watch was introduced in 1967 and to this day, it remains one of the most celebrated watches for divers by Rolex. Thi...

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2010s British Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Black Stainless Steel DeepSea Sea-Dweller 116660 Men's Wristwatch 44 mm
Rolex Black Stainless Steel DeepSea Sea-Dweller 116660 Men's Wristwatch 44 mm

Rolex Black Stainless Steel DeepSea Sea-Dweller 116660 Men's Wristwatch 44 mm

By Rolex

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

A Rolex icon and a sea explorer's trusted friend. The Sea-Dweller watch was introduced in 1967 and to this day, it remains one of the most celebrated watches for divers by Rolex. Thi...

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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ceramic Stainless Steel DeepSea Sea-Dweller 116660-0001 Wristwatch 44 mm
Rolex Ceramic Stainless Steel DeepSea Sea-Dweller 116660-0001 Wristwatch 44 mm

Rolex Ceramic Stainless Steel DeepSea Sea-Dweller 116660-0001 Wristwatch 44 mm

By Rolex

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

The Rolex DeepSea Sea-Dweller 116660-0001 is a sophisticated men's wristwatch known for its robust design and exceptional diving capabilities. Crafted with precision, its stainless s...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Sea-Dweller 116660 in stainless steel 44mm automatic watch
Rolex Sea-Dweller 116660 in stainless steel 44mm automatic watch

Rolex Sea-Dweller 116660 in stainless steel 44mm automatic watch

By Rolex

Located in Surfside, FL

This Rolex watch has a 44 x 44 mm case with a Round caseback and Black Luminescent dial.

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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm Stainless Steel Automatic Ref: 116680
Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm Stainless Steel Automatic Ref: 116680

Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm Stainless Steel Automatic Ref: 116680

By Rolex

Located in București, București

Rolex achieved perfection when it turned its attention to redefining the purpose and functionality of the bezel. Typically, a bezel operates independently from the internal mechanism...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm White Dial Gold & Stainless Steel  2023 Style:116681
Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm White Dial Gold & Stainless Steel  2023 Style:116681

Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm White Dial Gold & Stainless Steel 2023 Style:116681

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

UnwornWatches proudly presents the Rolex Yacht-Master II 44mm White Dial - Everose Gold & Stainless Steel Rolesor - Style #116681 Dated 04/28/2023 The Rolex Yacht-Master II, refere...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea Stainless Steel Watch 116660
Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea Stainless Steel Watch 116660

Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea Stainless Steel Watch 116660

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Sea-Dweller Reference #:116660. 44mm stainless steel case with Ring Lock System allowing the watch to withstand 2.98 metric tonnes of water pressure, unidirectional rotating ce...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Certified Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea Stainless Steel Watch 116660
Certified Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea Stainless Steel Watch 116660

Certified Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea Stainless Steel Watch 116660

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Sea-Dweller Reference #:116660. 44mm stainless steel case with Ring Lock System allowing the watch to withstand 2.98 metric tonnes of water pressure, unidirectional rotating ce...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Yachtmaster II Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 116681 Unworn
Rolex Yachtmaster II Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 116681 Unworn

Rolex Yachtmaster II Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 116681 Unworn

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Yachtmaster II 44mm Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 116681 Unworn.

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Rolex Yachtmaster II Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 116681 Box Card
Rolex Yachtmaster II Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 116681 Box Card

Rolex Yachtmaster II Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 116681 Box Card

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rolex Yachtmaster II 44mm Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 116681 Box Card.

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Rose Gold

Certified Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea Stainless Steel Watch 116660
Certified Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea Stainless Steel Watch 116660

Certified Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea Stainless Steel Watch 116660

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Sea-Dweller Reference #:116660. 44mm stainless steel case with Ring Lock System allowing the watch to withstand 2.98 metric tonnes of water pressure, unidirectional rotating ce...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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By Patek Philippe

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By Boucheron

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By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Good condition. No original box and papers. Comes with a chonostore box. Free polishing upon request. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement...

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By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Rolex 116659SABR Submariner 18k Sapphire & Diamond Watch This Rolex 116659SABR Submariner Watch is in excellent condition and is ready to ship! Brand: Rolex Model: Submariner R...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex GMT Master II 126710BLNR 40mm Stainless Steel Batgirl Box Papers New 2023
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Rolex GMT Master II 126710BLNR 40mm Stainless Steel Batgirl Box Papers New 2023

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Introducing the Rolex GMT-Master II 126710BLNR wristwatch, featuring a 40mm stainless steel case with a bidirectional rotating GMT bezel in blue and black. The black dial boasts lumi...

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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Moderist / Reference 8143 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold & Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1948 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm "Lug ...

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Gold, Platinum

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chrono Steel Mens Watch 26331ST.OO.1220ST.02 Unworn
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By Audemars Piguet

Located in New York, NY

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By Audemars Piguet

Located in New York, NY

Introducing the stunning Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 38 wristwatch, a true masterpiece of luxury and precision. Crafted with a solid stainless steel caseback and bracelet, ...

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2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Never Worn Rolex Submariner Date Ceramic Bezel Yellow Gold Watch with Black Dial 116618LN. Watch comes with original Rolex Box, Rolex Warranty Card Dated 2021 and Green Tag. New with...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

New Rolex Datejust 41 18K White Gold Steel Silver Dial Automatic Watch 126334
New Rolex Datejust 41 18K White Gold Steel Silver Dial Automatic Watch 126334

New Rolex Datejust 41 18K White Gold Steel Silver Dial Automatic Watch 126334

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

New. Original Box and Paper are included. Brand and Model Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust 126334 Model Number: 126334 Type and Style: Type: Wristwatch Style: Luxury...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in Mayfair, London, London

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By Rolex

Located in Central & Western District, HK

Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 16618 Year: 1990 Serial number: E8xxxxx Reference: OT1673 Over its lifespan, numerous types of dials and bezels colours were introduced, including black ...

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Rolex 44mm For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact rolex 44mm you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, stainless steel and steel, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 93 antique edition and 72 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect rolex 44mm among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A rolex 44mm can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 6, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a rolex 44mm, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Rolex 44mm?

On average, a rolex 44mm at 1stDibs sells for $17,940, while they’re typically $5,000 on the low end and $107,450 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

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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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

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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