Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel bezel. Black dial
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel bezel. Black dial
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Panna Polar S Serial 1993
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Rolex Explorer II 16570 “Panna” Polar – S Serial (1993) – Rare Collectible Vintage An exceptional
Rolex Explorer II 16570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a black dial with a date aperture, a red
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Dial Engraved Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel bezel. Black dial
$11,200
W 1.58 in L 1.58 in
1995 Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel Polar White Dial Automatic 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rational GMT Choice The 16570 Explorer II is the understated alternative to the GMT-Master
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Steel No Holes Case GMT Automatic Mens Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a
Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Men’s Watch is a timeless and
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Steel Explorer II White Dial Ref. 16570
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Rolex Model: 16570 Year: 1996 Serial number: T4xxxxx Reference: C0_ Case: Show sign of wear
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Steel No Holes Case GMT Automatic Mens Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Style Luxury Model Rolex Explorer 16570 Vintage No Year Manufactured 2005 Customized No Handedness Right
Rolex Explorer II 40mm White Polar Dial Stainless Steel Oyster Mens Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Model: Explorer II Reference number: 16570 Dealer product code: 2065 Movement: Automatic Case material
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 16570 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 16570 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 16570 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Unavailable
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
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Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar ""Swiss"" Dial Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless
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Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
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Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 "SWISS" Dial Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel White Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 42mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in L 6.97 in
Rolex Explorer II 16570 F-Serial Men's Automatic Watch Black Dial SS 40mm
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Explorer II 16570 F-Serial Men's Automatic Watch Black Dial SS 40mm
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar "Swiss" Dial Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar ""Swiss"" Dial Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless
Rolex Explorer II 16570 GMT Stainless Steel Black Dial Watch W/ Papers
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex Explorer II 16570 GMT Stainless Steel Black Dial Watch W/ Papers & Hang Tag Specifications
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Original Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 41mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Unavailable
Rolex Explorer II 16570T Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 T Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Rolex Oyster Explorer II White Dial Automatic Men's Watch, 16570
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex Oyster Explorer II 42mm White Dial Automatic Men's Watch - 16570 Style Number
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 16570 circa 2003
By Rolex
Located in Buffalo Grove, IL
Brand: Rolex Movement: Automatic Model: Explorer II Model number: 16570 Serial number: F582515
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Explorer II 42mm White Dial Automatic Men's Watch - 16570
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rolex Oyster Explorer II 42mm White Dial Automatic Men's Watch - 16570 Style Number
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 'P Serial' Stainless Steel Men's Watch Automatic 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
: 100 m (10 ATM) Model: Explorer II (P Serial) Display: Analog Serial Number: 16570 Watch Shape: Round
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 'Z Serial' Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Resistance Rating: 100 m (10 ATM) Model: Explorer II (Z Serial) Display: Analog Serial Number: 16570 Watch
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570T Engraved Rehaut Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Explorer II Professional 16570 T Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time Display
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel fix bezel with 24
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel fix bezel with 24
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel 24 Hour time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel fix bezel with 24
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bezel. White
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bezel. White
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bezel. White
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Engraved Rehaut Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel 24 Hour time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Dial Engraved Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel fixed bezel with 24
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bezel. White
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel bezel. Black dial
Rolex Explorer II 16570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a black dial with a date aperture and a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stainless steel Explorer II by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with a date aperture and a red 24
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 mens watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel fixed bezel with 24
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Engraved Rehaut Men's Watch Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel fixed bezel with
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Engraved Rehaut Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel 24 Hour time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Engraved Rehaut with 3186 Movement Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Engraved Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel 24 Hour time
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a white dial with the date, a red 24-hour
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 0.48 in W 0.75 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Explorer II Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a
Rolex Explorer II White Dial Red Hand Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Sold
H 0.48 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Explorer II Steel Black Dial Red Hand Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Rolex Explorer II Steel Holes Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Rolex Explorer II GMT Steel Black Dial 1999 Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Steel Automatic 1998 Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
Rolex Explorer II Steel Black Dial GMT Automatic Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Explorer II 16570 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical
2007 (K Serial) Rolex Explorer II "Polar" 40mm White Dial Oyster Bracelet 16570
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Explorer II 16570 K-Serial (2001) Box + eBay Authenticity Card Polar Dial 40mm For sale
Stainless Steel
Rolex 16570 Explorer II Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16570 Model: Explorer II Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm Bezel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Southampton, PA
The Rolex Explorer II, reference number 16570, is a member of the renowned “Explorer” collection
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Polar 16570
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4937 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Explorer II Model Ref: 16570 Age: 9th January 2003 Gender
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Model 16570 - Men's automatic-winding wristwatch with date. Stainless steel case
Rolex Explorer II Gents 16570 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W3710 Model: 16570 Serial: D65**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 30th November 2006
Stainless Steel
Rolex 16570 Explorer II White Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16570 Model: Explorer II Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex 16570 Explorer II White Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex MPN: 16570 Model: Explorer II Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 1992 18K Gold - 16518
By Rolex
Located in Vannes, FR
The Rolex Daytona chronograph in 18K yellow gold, manufactured in 1992, is an exceptional timepiece that combines timeless elegance with technical excellence. This iconic model, refe...
18k Gold
2002 Rolex Ladies DateJust Two Tone Blue Diamond Dial Watch 79173 #23237
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2002 Rolex Ladies Datejust Watch Model: 79173 Serial: Y611504 This classic Rolex ladies watch is set in stainless steel with 18K gold bezel and gold accents on oyster band 26mm ca...
Stainless Steel
$13,246
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Persian Numbers circa, 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 / 70's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diame...
Stainless Steel
$17,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.18 in W 1.22 in Dm 9 in L 9 in
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$7,499Sale Price|25% Off
Rolex Explorer 36mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 14270
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Rolex Explorer 36mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch 14270. The minor patina on the dial near the center of the hands around canon pinion. This Timepiece wa...
Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Submariner Date in steel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with a unidirectional rotating bezel and a black 60-minute graduation bezel insert. Fitted with a scratch-resistant ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Pepsi 16750, Stainless Steel, 1982, Swiss Made
By Rolex
Located in Tucson, AZ
This rare Rolex GMT features its original iconic red and blue “Pepsi” bezel insert with a beautiful patina. Throughout the watch you will see a consistent patina with all original pa...
Stainless Steel
$82,500
H 1.58 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Day-Date President 40 18K Yellow Gold Green Lacquer Dial Men Watch 228238
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with Box and papers. 🕰️ Product Overview Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date 40 Model Number: 228238 Type: Wristwatch Style: Luxury Department: Men Country/Region of Manufa...
Yellow Gold
$44,910
H 1.66 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.66 in
Unworn Rolex Yacht-Master 42mm White Gold Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 226659
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with the original Box and papers.
White Gold
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18 Karat Gold Black and Pink Dial Men's Watch 116505
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. This watch comes with an original box and papers. Movement Type Mechanical (Automatic) Movement Caliber Rolex Caliber 4130 Complications Chronograph,Small Seconds SubDial,Ta...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
$220,900
H 8.5 in W 7 in D 2.5 in
Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...
$58,190
H 1.62 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.62 in
Rolex Submariner 41mm 18K Yellow Gold Ceramic Black Dial Watch 126618LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned excellent condition. 2023 card. Box and papers.
Yellow Gold
Rolex Precision Vintage Manual wind Steel Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1954 Rolex Reference 6426 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster case, screw down crown, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle Lever movement, acrylic crystal, "...
Steel
Vintage Red Rolex Submariner 1680 Original Dial Complete Box & Papers, 1970
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1680 Serial: 2936*** Year: 1970 Model: RED Letter Submariner Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Black Dial: Black Face: Acrylic Cas...
Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster 120M Jacques Mayol
By Omega
Located in PARIS, FR
Discover the iconic Omega Seamaster PloProf 120M Jacques Mayol, a watch that combines legendary durability with understated elegance. Housed in a 37 mm stainless steel case, this mod...
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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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.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.