Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust 18k Gold 36mm Mens 1960s Date Automatic RA701
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless treasure, rare 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.6605 Datejust automatic, c.1960
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex Stainless Steel and 14k Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch, Ref. 6605. Natural wear/patina on
14k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, Gold, Steel
Vintage Rolex Datejust Serpico Y Latino Patina Dial 6605
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning vintage Rolex Datejust in yellow gold with a unique Patina dial signed by Serpico y
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Rare Datejust Reference 6605 with Original Dial from 1957
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 6605 METAL / MATERIAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust Mens 1950s 36mm Automatic w Roulette Wheel RA625
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare timeless classic, 18k rose gold and stainless steel Rolex ref.6605 Oyster Perpetual Datejust
Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust Mens 1950s 36mm Automatic w Roulette Wheel RA625
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless treasure, rare 18k rose gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.6605 Datejust
Rolex Rose Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1956
By Rolex
Located in Paris, FR
Rolex 18k Rose Gold Datejust wristwatch, self-winding with date.
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch with Roulette Date Ref 6605
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage rare 1958 Rolex Datejust, model number 6605. The watch dial is in good condition, featuring
Stainless Steel
ROLEX, "datejust" Ref. 6605
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
Gold Automatic Watch With Date Dispaly Case 328431, Manufactured in 1957 Calibre 1065, 25 jewels, "butterfly" rotor, the gilt matt dial with gold applied dart-shaped hour markers...
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Watch 6605
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Watch 6605 - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case with engine
Rolex Datejust 6605 Stainless Steel Vintage Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Datejust 6605 men's watch. 36mm stainless steel case and 18k yellow gold fluted bezel. Off
Stainless Steel
Rolex 18K Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 6605
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold Rolex Ref. 6605 Oyster Perpetual Datejust, circa 1950's, is a tonneau-shaped
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Very Rare 25 jewels early Rolex Datejust with the original Jubilee early style bracelet. Original
Stainless Steel
1959 Rolex Men's Datejust Watch 6605 Stainless Steel Leather Band
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Rolex Men's Datejust Watch Model: 6605 Serial: 415566 This Rolex watch case is set in stainless
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust Watch Ref 6605. 1956 Anyone Turning 61 Soon?
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / 6605 METAL / MATERIAL
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6605 18k Solid Gold 36mm Automatic 1950s NOS NA125
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.6605 automatic, c.1959, new old
Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an exceptional example of a rare variation of an early Rolex Datejust wristwatch in 18k
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Datejust 36mm 6605
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage rare 1958 Rolex Datejust, model number 6605. The watch dial is in good condition, featuring
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 6605, Champagne Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust Reference #: 6605. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Yellow Gold Champagne 36 MM
ROLEX Pink Gold Datejust Ref. 6605 Circa 1957
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K PG Datejust ref 6605 serial #328,xxx circa 1957. 36mm diameter Oyster case with smooth
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Early Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Early Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 6605, circa 1957. 36mm diameter case with
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1960
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 6605. This classic automatic self-wind Rolex has a
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1958
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 6605, serial 3.8 million, circa 1958, with smooth
14k Gold
ROLEX Steel Datejust Gold Bezel ref. 6605 circa 1957
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Datejust ref 6605 serial # 332,xxx circa 1957. 36mm diameter case with scarce early
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Black Dial Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Datejust wristwatch, reference 6605. This classic stainless steel Datejust features a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1958
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel early Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 6605, serial number 353,XXX, circa 1958. 36mm
18k Gold, Stainless Steel, White Gold
ROLEX Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1957
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 6605, serial 2.8 million, circa 1957, with
ROLEX Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1957
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 6605, serial 2.8 million, circa 1957, with
18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1960
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 6605, serial number 625,XXX, circa 1960. 36mm full
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Rose Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1959
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K Rose Gold Datejust Wristwatch ref 6605 serial # 486,xxx circa 1959. 36mm diiameter case
Rose Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Early Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1957
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 6605, serial 309,XXX, circa 1957
Rolex Rose Gold Early Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 circa 1958
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K Rose Gold Early Datejust Wristwatch ref 6605 serial# 417,XXX circa 1958. 36mm diameter
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Early Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 6605 1959
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
An early, and exceptional condition Rolex Datejust model ref 6605 serial # 539,xxx circa 1959
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust automatic wristwatch ref 6605, c1957
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
An exceptional condition vintage Rolex Datejust ref 6605 circa 1957. Featuring 36mm stainless
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Early Datejust Ref 6605 Stainless Steel and 14 Karat White Gold
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
An early, and exceptional condition Rolex Datejust model ref 6605 serial # 157,xxx circa 1956
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex white gold early Datejust self winding wristwatch Ref 6605, circa 1958
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
An early, and exceptional condition Rolex Datejust model ref 6605 serial # 413,xxx circa 1957
14k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel
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Rolex Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Early Datejust Watch Ref 6605 circa 1958
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 14k rose gold early Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 6605, serial number 353,XXX
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
ROLEX Yellow Gold Datejust Ref 1601 circa 1960s
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K YG Datejust ref 6605 circa 1950's. 36mm diameter full size men's model with milled bezel
18k Gold
Rolex White Gold Stainless Steel Early Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
An early, and exceptional condition Rolex Datejust model ref 6605 serial # 457,xxx circa 1959
14k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6605 1962
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch, Ref. 6605, 1962. This collectable Datejust has a
Stainless Steel
18 Kt Rainer Brand Triple Date Moonphase Chronograph Wrist Watch, Collectors
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Rainer Brand Triple Date Moonphase Chronograph Wrist Watch, Brand New In Box With all Warranty Papers, Rare Collectors Watch Case : 18 Kt Solid Gold, Diameter 39.5 mm Strap :...
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel 26mm Just Date Women's Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date display watch is a classic example of Rolex's timeless elegance and durability. With it's versatile satin 26mm stainless steel case, this water resis...
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Ref 6426 Classic 1950s Steel Manual wind Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1959 Rolex Reference 6426 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster Case, 17 Jewel Caliber 1210 Manual Wind Nickle Lever Movement, Beautiful Original Mint Condition S...
Steel
Patek Philippe Ultra Thin, 18Kt Solid Gold Dress Watch circa 1980's
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe et Cie STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 3571-1 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm X Width...
18k Gold
Omega 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Dress Wrist Watch with Box
By Omega
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Bold, all in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, this sleek Omega Men's Dress Wrist Watch evokes the revered elegance and style of its era. Circa mid 1960's, this retro Omega beauty has an Swiss a...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Pink Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Vintage Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket Watch, 45 M.M. X 9 M.M. thick 18K Yellow Gold 3 piece hinged case with Gold inside Dust cover. 18 Jewel mechanical, Manual wind nickle lever movemen...
18k Gold
Vintage 9k ROLEX Watch. Rolex 9k YG 12324 Dress Watch 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Rolex Mens Watch 9k Yellow Gold Case ref.12324 Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1946 Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Gucci Leather band. 30mm round Case
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dial with Gold Baton Markers 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diameter 3...
Stainless Steel
Day-Date Rose Gold 40mm Olive green with box and papers
By Rolex
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
*We can have it new or second hand You can request more info* Prices will vary- Instantly recognizable, its unique design has forged its identity. At its launch, the Day-Date was t...
Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex 18Kt. Gold President with Custom Blue Diamond Marker Dial, 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: President / Reference 18000 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm X Diameter...
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Silver Dial
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Oyster Perpetual REFRENCE: 15200 SIZE: 34mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Grey BAND: Jubilee Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRTIST SIZE: Apx. 7.75 Very Good c...
Stainless Steel
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
Rolex Cellini 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Queens, NY
Rolex Cellini 18K Yellow Gold Watch, featuring champagne dial with baton indexes and 18K Rolex Crown logo at 12 0'clock, powered by 19 jewel mechanical wind-up movement, worn on wris...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Factory Original Black Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41...
Rolex Steel Rare Super Oyster Model with Original Dial from the Mid 1950's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Reference 6202 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1954 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm x Diameter 34mm MOV...
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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