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Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Custom Fully Iced Out Watch
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Custom Fully Iced Out Watch

Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Custom Fully Iced Out Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 126303 Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Custom Fully Iced Out Watch Green Roman Dial This watch comes with a LIFETIME diamond replacement warranty.

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Black Roman Pave Diamond Dial Fully Iced Out
Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Black Roman Pave Diamond Dial Fully Iced Out

Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Black Roman Pave Diamond Dial Fully Iced Out

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Black Roman Pave Diamond Dial Fully Iced Out Watch 116234 This watch comes with a LIFETIME diamond replacement warranty.

Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Salmon Dial Oyster Diamond & Ruby Bezel Rolex Datejust
Rolex Datejust Salmon Dial Oyster Diamond & Ruby Bezel Rolex Datejust

Rolex Datejust Salmon Dial Oyster Diamond & Ruby Bezel Rolex Datejust

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to maintain its pristine appearance. The wat...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 126301 Rhodium Motif Dial 18K Rose Gold Steel Box Paper 2022
Rolex Datejust 41 126301 Rhodium Motif Dial 18K Rose Gold Steel Box Paper 2022

Rolex Datejust 41 126301 Rhodium Motif Dial 18K Rose Gold Steel Box Paper 2022

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 126301 Year: 2022 Model: Rolex Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Smooth Beze...

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

2024 Rolex Datejust 41 126333 Black Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper
2024 Rolex Datejust 41 126333 Black Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper

2024 Rolex Datejust 41 126333 Black Diamond Dial 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 126333 Serial: OU166*** Year: 2024 Model: Rolex Datejust 41 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K Yel...

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Ladies Black 31mm Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Sapphire Bezel 68273
Ladies Black 31mm Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Sapphire Bezel 68273

Ladies Black 31mm Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Sapphire Bezel 68273

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Black 31mm Rolex Datejust 2 Tone Diamonds + Sapphire Bezel 68273 This watch is in like new condition.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex  Datejust 36mm White Gold with box and papers
Rolex  Datejust 36mm White Gold with box and papers

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Gold with box and papers

By Rolex

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

The Rolex Datejust 36, reference 126234, is a masterpiece of balance, combining the utility of stainless steel with the prestige of 18 ct white gold.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Steel, White Gold

Rolex Datejust 16233G Diamond Dial Watch in Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold, 1990s
Rolex Datejust 16233G Diamond Dial Watch in Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold, 1990s

Rolex Datejust 16233G Diamond Dial Watch in Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold, 1990s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Here’s a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16233G with a champagne diamond dial from the 1990s. 36mm stainless steel and 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Unworn Rolex Datejust 41 White Oyster Reference# 126334, Complete set, 2025
Unworn Rolex Datejust 41 White Oyster Reference# 126334, Complete set, 2025

Unworn Rolex Datejust 41 White Oyster Reference# 126334, Complete set, 2025

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Rolex Datejust 41 Ref. 126334-0023 is a refined expression of Rolex’s enduring legacy of elegance, precision, and innovation.

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Navy Blue Diamond Roman Dial Jubilee Bracelet
Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Navy Blue Diamond Roman Dial Jubilee Bracelet

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Navy Blue Diamond Roman Dial Jubilee Bracelet

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Diamond Bezel Navy Blue Diamond Roman Dial Jubilee Bracelet 16014 This watch is in like new condition.

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Discreet Jubilee Design Black Diamond Dial 18k WG Bezel
Rolex Datejust Discreet Jubilee Design Black Diamond Dial 18k WG Bezel

Rolex Datejust Discreet Jubilee Design Black Diamond Dial 18k WG Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Custom Black Jubilee Diamond Dial and Diamond Lugs.Stainless Steel Watch with Jubilee Band 16030 This watch is in like new condition.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust MOP Diamond Dial Baguette + Diamond Bezel/Lugs/Side Bracelet
Rolex Datejust MOP Diamond Dial Baguette + Diamond Bezel/Lugs/Side Bracelet

Rolex Datejust MOP Diamond Dial Baguette + Diamond Bezel/Lugs/Side Bracelet

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 26mm Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial 8+2 + Diamond Bezel/Lugs/Side Bracelet 69173.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm 116200
Rolex Datejust 36mm 116200

Rolex Datejust 36mm 116200

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 36mm Datejust by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a blue jubilee dial with applied roman numerals and a smooth bezel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41mm 126333
Rolex Datejust 41mm 126333

Rolex Datejust 41mm 126333

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A steel and gold 41mm mens Datejust by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour markers and a smooth yellow gold bezel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust II 126303
Rolex Datejust II 126303

Rolex Datejust II 126303

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A men's 41mm Datejust in stainless steel and yellow gold by Rolex.

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16220 White Roman Dial Watch in Steel, 1990s
Rolex Datejust 16220 White Roman Dial Watch in Steel, 1990s

Rolex Datejust 16220 White Roman Dial Watch in Steel, 1990s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference number 16220 automatic with a clean white Roman numeral dial on a jubilee bracelet from around the 90s.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 16220 Grey Tapestry Dial Watch in Steel, 1990s
Rolex Datejust 16220 Grey Tapestry Dial Watch in Steel, 1990s

Rolex Datejust 16220 Grey Tapestry Dial Watch in Steel, 1990s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16220 (steel bezel) automatic with a grey tapestry dial on a jubilee bracelet from the 1990s.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust II 41 Two Tone Yellow Custom Diamond Watch Original Fluted Bezel
Rolex Datejust II 41 Two Tone Yellow Custom Diamond Watch Original Fluted Bezel

Rolex Datejust II 41 Two Tone Yellow Custom Diamond Watch Original Fluted Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust II 116333 Two Tone Yellow Custom Diamond Watch Original Fluted Bezel Original Wimbledon Dial.

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel, Gold

Rolex Datejust 41 Two Tone Yellow Custom Diamond Watch Dark Grey Dial Watch
Rolex Datejust 41 Two Tone Yellow Custom Diamond Watch Dark Grey Dial Watch

Rolex Datejust 41 Two Tone Yellow Custom Diamond Watch Dark Grey Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 41 Two Tone Yellow Custom Diamond Watch Dark Grey Dial Watch 116333 This watch comes with a LIFETIME diamond replacement warranty.

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel, Gold

Rolex Datejust 41 Two Tone Men's Watch with Custom Natural Diamonds Oyster Band
Rolex Datejust 41 Two Tone Men's Watch with Custom Natural Diamonds Oyster Band

Rolex Datejust 41 Two Tone Men's Watch with Custom Natural Diamonds Oyster Band

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 41 Two Tone Men's Watch with Custom Natural Diamonds Oyster Band 126303 This watch comes with a LIFETIME diamond replacement warranty.

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel, Gold

Rolex Datejust 41mm Mens Diamond Watch with Silver Index Dial Luxury Sport Watch
Rolex Datejust 41mm Mens Diamond Watch with Silver Index Dial Luxury Sport Watch

Rolex Datejust 41mm Mens Diamond Watch with Silver Index Dial Luxury Sport Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 41mm Men's Diamond Watch with Silver Index Dial Luxury Sport Watch 116300 This watch comes with a LIFETIME diamond replacement warranty.

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial Fluted Yellow Gold Bezel Iced Out Watch
Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial Fluted Yellow Gold Bezel Iced Out Watch

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial Fluted Yellow Gold Bezel Iced Out Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial Fluted Yellow Gold Bezel Iced Out Watch Jubilee Band 116233 This watch comes with a LIFETIME diamond replacement warranty.

Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41mm 126301 Rose Gold and Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch
Rolex Datejust 41mm 126301 Rose Gold and Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch

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.

Category

2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Silver Stick Dial Diamond & Blue Sapphire Bezel Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust Silver Stick Dial Diamond & Blue Sapphire Bezel Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust Silver Stick Dial Diamond & Blue Sapphire Bezel Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust Silver Stick Dial Diamond & Blue Sapphire Bezel Steel Watch We take great pride in presenting this timepiece, which is in impeccable condition, having undergone profe...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Champagne Dial Diamond & Emerald Bezel 18k Gold/Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust Champagne Dial Diamond & Emerald Bezel 18k Gold/Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust Champagne Dial Diamond & Emerald Bezel 18k Gold/Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 31mm Champagne Dial Diamond & Emerald Bezel 18k Gold/Steel Watch The watch is in impeccable condition, having undergone professional polishing and servicing to ensure ...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Rhodium Index Dial Smooth Jubilee Automatic Watch 126300
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Rhodium Index Dial Smooth Jubilee Automatic Watch 126300

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Rhodium Index Dial Smooth Jubilee Automatic Watch 126300

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This Unworn Rolex Datejust 41 126300-RHOSJ is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 16030 Silver Dial Watch in Steel case, 1980s
Rolex Datejust 16030 Silver Dial Watch in Steel case, 1980s

Rolex Datejust 16030 Silver Dial Watch in Steel case, 1980s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16030 automatic with a silver sunburst dial on a jubilee bracelet from the 80s.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver

Rolex Datejust 41 mm Diamond Iced Out  25 Carats  Arabic two tone Watch
Rolex Datejust 41 mm Diamond Iced Out  25 Carats  Arabic two tone Watch

Rolex Datejust 41 mm Diamond Iced Out 25 Carats Arabic two tone Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 41 mm Diamond Iced Out 25 Carats Arabic two tone Watch For more details leave us a message Model               Date Just Reference Number Gender Unisex Metal 18K Yell...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 16030 Silver Dial Watch in Steel case, 1980s
Rolex Datejust 16030 Silver Dial Watch in Steel case, 1980s

Rolex Datejust 16030 Silver Dial Watch in Steel case, 1980s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16030 (steel bezel) automatic with a silver sunburst dial on a jubilee bracelet from the 80s.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 69173 26mm Two-Tone Watch in Steel, 1980s
Rolex Datejust 69173 26mm Two-Tone Watch in Steel, 1980s

Rolex Datejust 69173 26mm Two-Tone Watch in Steel, 1980s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage ladies Rolex Datejust reference 69173 automatic two-tone with a champagne dial on a Jubilee bracelet from the 80s.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Silver Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116200
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Silver Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116200

Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Silver Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116200

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust Model Number: 116200 Style: Luxury Department: Men Year Manufactured: 2009 Vintage: No Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerla...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Datejust Oyster Band Steel 18K Gold Bezel Blue Dial Men Watch 126334
Rolex Datejust Oyster Band Steel 18K Gold Bezel Blue Dial Men Watch 126334

Rolex Datejust Oyster Band Steel 18K Gold Bezel Blue Dial Men Watch 126334

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

2019 card. Pre-owned model Rolex Datejust 41 126334 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a mechanical (automatic) movement that is cased in a stainless steel case.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel 18K Rose Gold Chocolate Diamond Dial Mens Watch 126331
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel 18K Rose Gold Chocolate Diamond Dial Mens Watch 126331

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel 18K Rose Gold Chocolate Diamond Dial Mens Watch 126331

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned 2020 Card and white serial Tag. Rolex Datejust 41 18K Rose Gold Steel Chocolate Diamond Dial Men's Watch 126331.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust SS Grey Dial Classic + Lugs with Diamond Accent RT Watch
Rolex Datejust SS Grey Dial Classic + Lugs with Diamond Accent RT Watch

Rolex Datejust SS Grey Dial Classic + Lugs with Diamond Accent RT Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm SS Grey Color Dial Classic + Lugs with Diamond Accent RT Wrist Watch 16030 This watch is in like new condition.

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm White MOP Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel
Rolex Datejust 36mm White MOP Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel

Rolex Datejust 36mm White MOP Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm White Mother of Pearl Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band 16014 This watch is in like new condition.

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36 Steel and Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Set Watch 116233
Rolex Datejust 36 Steel and Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Set Watch 116233

Rolex Datejust 36 Steel and Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Set Watch 116233

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36 Steel and Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Set Watch 116233 Black Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial.

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 Green Jubilee Reference# 278274, Complete set, 2025
Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 Green Jubilee Reference# 278274, Complete set, 2025

Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 Green Jubilee Reference# 278274, Complete set, 2025

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Rolex Datejust 31 278274-0018 blends timeless elegance with contemporary refinement, making it a standout choice for those seeking a versatile luxury watch.

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 Jubilee Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126300
Rolex Datejust 41 Jubilee Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126300

Rolex Datejust 41 Jubilee Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126300

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

We do not defraud Customs. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 126300 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model: Rolex Datejust 41 Vinta...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 White Reference# 278285rbr, Complete set, 2025
Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 White Reference# 278285rbr, Complete set, 2025

Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 White Reference# 278285rbr, Complete set, 2025

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Rolex Datejust 31 Ref. 278285RBR-0005 is a captivating expression of elegance, luxury, and refined craftsmanship.

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 White Jubilee Reference# 278274, Complete set, 2025
Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 White Jubilee Reference# 278274, Complete set, 2025

Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 White Jubilee Reference# 278274, Complete set, 2025

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Rolex Datejust 31 Ref. 278274-0010 is a refined expression of timeless elegance, precision, and sophistication.

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Datejust 80s Ref 16233 Automatic Gold Two Tone Champagne
Vintage Rolex Datejust 80s Ref 16233 Automatic Gold Two Tone Champagne

Vintage Rolex Datejust 80s Ref 16233 Automatic Gold Two Tone Champagne

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16233 automatic two tone with a champagne roman numeral dial on a jubilee bracelet from the 1990s.

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex DateJust President Bracelet 26mm 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Dial
Rolex DateJust President Bracelet 26mm 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Dial

Rolex DateJust President Bracelet 26mm 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Dial

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

18K White Gold Ladies Rolex DateJust President With Factory Round Diamond Hour Markers With Original Rolex Box And Card.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Unworn Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Oyster Reference# 126234, Complete set, 2025
Unworn Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Oyster Reference# 126234, Complete set, 2025

Unworn Rolex Datejust 36 Grey Oyster Reference# 126234, Complete set, 2025

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Rolex Datejust 36 Ref. 126234-0046, often referred to as the “Wimbledon” model, exemplifies Rolex's enduring blend of innovation and timeless design.

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Sterling Silver

Rolex Datejust 16234 Watch with Silver Dial in Steel, 1990s
Rolex Datejust 16234 Watch with Silver Dial in Steel, 1990s

Rolex Datejust 16234 Watch with Silver Dial in Steel, 1990s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Here’s a Rolex Datejust Reference 16234 automatic with a salmon Roman numeral dial from the late 1990s.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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Shopping for a Rolex Datejust?

Browsing vintage Rolex watches is great fun for those who appreciate a watch’s history. Whether it’s a highly coveted “Paul Newman” Daytona or an 18-karat-gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust like the one the brand’s founder Hans Wilsdorf presented to British prime minister Winston Churchill in 1947, there’s no shortage of famous examples to explore.

The Datejust, introduced in 1945, was the first self-winding wristwatch to automatically track the date on its dial. Both modest and instantly recognizable, it combines timeless design with technological ingenuity.

Rolex created the Cyclops lens, a 2.5x magnifier developed to make date windows easier to read, in the early 1950s. It was first added to the Datejust in 1953 and is now a defining feature of the model. That’s good news for more than one reason — the date feature is important when it comes to knowing how to spot a fake Rolex. (A Rolex’s date should change sharply at midnight. If the date changes slowly or more than 15 minutes late, however, the timepiece may be a fake.)

A watch’s band will play a role in finding the best Rolex for you. The Jubilee bracelet first appeared on the Datejust. Created to celebrate Rolex’s 40th anniversary, in 1945, the Jubilee has a more intricate five-link design and is considered one of the brand’s dressier bracelets. Its use on the “Batman” GMT-Master II marked a revolution of sorts for the Jubilee, breaking its historic ties to the Datejust.

Case size will factor into your choice of Rolex, too. Personal preference is the most important consideration in choosing a larger timepiece or a smaller one. Although some women are drawn to the size and heft of men’s watches, many prefer the Rolex Lady-Datejust’s 26mm or 28mm case, scaled to more comfortably fit smaller wrists, and appreciate having a prestige timepiece designed with them in mind.

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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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