Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K Gold Watch 19018
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K Gold Watch 19018 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire crystal
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K Gold Watch 19018
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K Gold Watch 19018 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire crystal
RARE Rolex Oysterquartz Day Date 19019 18K White Gold 36mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 19019 Serial: 6127*** Year: 1979 Model: Rolex President Day Date Case
White Gold
Rolex Day Date Oysterquartz 19018 18K Yellow Gold Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oysterquartz President Day-Date 19018 men's watch. 36MM 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow
18k Gold
Rolex Day Date Oysterquartz 19049A 18K White Gold Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oysterquartz President Day-Date 19049A Men's Watch. This timepiece features a 36mm case made
18k Gold
Rolex Day Date Oysterquartz 19018 18K Yellow Gold Burlwood Dial W/Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Oysterquartz President Day-Date Men's Watch 19018. This timepiece features a 36mm 18K yellow
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterquartz from 1979 In Unpolished Condition
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust Oysterquartz / Reference 17014
Vintage Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz Ref 17000 1980s Quartz Black Dial 36mm Case
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz reference 17000 with a black dial from the 80s. Keeps
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 17000. Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel. 36mm case. Comes with Diamond
Diamond, White Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Quartz Datejust 17013 Men's Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex OysterQuartz Datejust 17013 Men's Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with yellow gold fluted
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterquartz Wristwatch Ref 17000
By Rolex
Located in Epsom, Surrey
This Rolex has undergone a thorough inspection and service to ensure all aspects of the watch are
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Oysterquartz Day Date Wristwatch Ref 19028
By Rolex
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Oysterquartz Ref. 19028 Very rare Day-Date "Pyramid" Case-A screwed case, yellow-gold
Two-Tone Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz Wristwatch w/ Gold Stick Dial Ref 17013
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz in 14k & stainless steel with gold stick dial. Dial has discoloration
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Stainless Steel Watch 17000
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Stainless Steel Watch 17000 - Quartz, date. Stainless steel case (36 mm
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 17014
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 17014 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 2-Tone Men's Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 2-Tone Men's Watch 17013 - Quartz, Quickset date, sapphire crystal
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 2-Tone Men's Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 2-Tone Men's Watch 17013 - Quartz, Quickset date, sapphire crystal
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 2-Tone Men's Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 2-Tone Men's Watch 17013 - Quartz, Quickset date, sapphire crystal
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K Gold Watch 19018
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K Gold Watch 19018 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire crystal. 18k
Extremely Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Pyramid 18k Gold Watch 19028
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Extremely Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Pyramid 18k Gold Watch 19028 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K Gold President Watch 19018
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K Gold President Watch 19018 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K Gold President Watch 19018
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K Gold President Watch 19018 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire
Extremely Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Pyramid 18 Karat Gold Watch 19028
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Extremely Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Pyramid 18k Gold Watch 19028 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire
Extremely Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Pyramid 18 Karat Gold Watch 19028
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Extremely Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Pyramid 18k Gold Watch 19028 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire
Extremely Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Pyramid Birch Burlwood 18k Gold Watch 19028
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Extremely Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Pyramid 18k Gold Watch 19028 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire
18k Gold
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18 Karat Gold President Watch 19018
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K Gold President Watch 19018 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire
Extremely Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Pyramid 18k Gold Watch 19028
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Extremely Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Pyramid 18k Gold Watch 19028 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire
18k Gold
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18 Karat Gold President Watch 19018
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K Gold President Watch 19018 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18 Karat White Gold President Watch 19019
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K White Gold President Watch 19019 - Quartz; quick-set
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18 Karat Gold President Watch 19018
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Men's 18K Gold President Watch 19018 - Quartz; quick-set; sapphire
Vintage & Rare Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Ref 17000, Super Provenance B&P's
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and rare Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust reference 17000 features a 36mm stainless steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Trans Arabia Dial 17013
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An enchanting Oysterquartz Datejust 36mm manufactured by Rolex. Featuring a very rare AVCO Trans
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date Yellow Gold Diamond Dial 19018
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A mens 36mm Day-Date Oysterquartz in yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a champagne dial with diamond
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oysterquartz President Day-Date Men's Gold Quartz Watch 19018
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
). Champagne dial with stick markers. 18k yellow gold hidden-clasp bracelet. Pre-owned with Rolex box and book.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Stainless Steel and 18 Karat Yellow Gold 17013
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36 mm Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Oysterquartz Datejust Gents Wristwatch, white dial with
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Gents Stainless Steel and 18 Karat Gold Silver Dial
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36 mm Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Oysterquartz Datejust Gents Wristwatch, silver dial
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Stainless Steel
Iconic Rolex 17013 Oysterquartz Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Style: Dress/Formal Case Size: 36mm Features: 12-Hour Dial This iconic Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Wrist
Stainless Steel
Rolex yellow gold Stainless steel OysterQuartz Datejust Wristwatch Ref 17013
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 2-Tone Men's Watch 17013 - Quartz, Quickset date, sapphire crystal
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Oysterquartz Day-Date Quartz Wristwatch Ref 19018, circa 1979
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oysterquartz Day-Date (19018), Circa 1979, quartz watch, features a 36mm 18k yellow gold case
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold and Diamond Oysterquartz Day-Date President Watch Ref 19038
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Oysterquartz movement, quickset date, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with Rolex diamond
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rare Rolex Yellow Gold and Diamond Oysterquartz Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 19038
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
seen one like it. 18k yellow gold Rolex Oysterquartz pyramid hidden-clasp bracelet. Pre-owned with
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Day Date Oysterquartz 19018 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oysterquartz president Day date 19018 men's watch. 36MM 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow
Yellow Gold
Rolex Day Date Oysterquartz 19018 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oysterquartz president Day date 19018 men's watch. 36MM 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow
Yellow Gold
Rolex Day Date Oysterquartz 19018 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oysterquartz president Day date 19018 men's watch. 36MM 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow
Yellow Gold
Rolex Day Date Oysterquartz 19018 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oysterquartz president Day date 19018 men's watch. 36MM 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow
Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz 17014, Box & Papers, Outstanding Condition
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz is one of the last manufactured and retailed, is the best we have
Stainless Steel
Rare Rolex 17013 OysterQuartz DATEJUST 18K YG & SS 36mm
By Breitling
Located in Media, PA
This vintage Rolex OysterQuartz Datejust wristwatch is a luxurious timepiece with a sporty style
Steel
Vintage Rolex DateJust OysterQuartz 17000
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm Datejust Oysterquartz by Rolex in stainless steel. Featuring a silver one-line dial with
Stainless Steel
Rolex Rare Oysterquartz Day-Date Octopus 19168
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Oysterquartz model is a prestigious timepiece which was crafted in 18k yellow gold by Rolex and features a
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Gold OysterQuartz Day-Date Chronometer Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
quartz wristwatch with day & date, 18Kt yellow gold Rolex link bracelet with concealed deployant clasp
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz Royal Omani Police Dial 17000
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm Datejust Oysterquartz in stainless steel by Rolex. Featuring a blue dial with a purple hue
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz 17013, Superb & Wearable Collectors Piece
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz features the classic 18k yellow gold case and bracelet with
Rolex Rare Oysterquartz Day-Date Diamond Set 19148
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare yellow gold 36mm Oysterquartz Day-Date by Rolex. Features a silver Jubilee dial with 10
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oysterquartz Day-Date President Wristwatch Ref 19018
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Oysterquartz movement, quickset date, sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oysterquartz Day-Date President Wristwatch Ref 19018
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex 18k yellow gold Oysterquartz Day-Date President Wristwatch, Ref. 19018, with quick-set and
Rolex Yellow Gold Oysterquartz Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 19018 circa 1980s
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Oysterquartz movement. Quickset date. Sapphire crystal. 18k yellow gold case with fluted bezel
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oysterquartz President Day-Date Quartz Watch Model 19018
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex yellow gold President, Model 19018, Day-Date - Men's 18k yellow gold wristwatch (36mm
Rolex Yellow Gold Oysterquartz Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 19018 circa 1980s
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex box.
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz 36mm 18K Gold Champagne Dial Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
to the dial. the minor patina on the hands. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model
18k Gold, Steel
Rolex Day-Date Oysterquartz President 18k Gold Champagne Dial Men's Watch 19018
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Rolex Day-Date Oysterquartz 19018 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by
Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz 17013 18 Karat Yellow Gold Steel Quartz Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
(27783) This pre-owned Rolex Datejust 17013 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a
Rolex Day-Date Egyptian Oysterquartz Gents Gold Champagne Dial B&P 19028 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Rare 18k Yellow Gold Egyptian Oysterquartz Day-Date Gents Wristwatch, champagne dial with 10
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 17013 Steel 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Fluted Quartz Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
(27784) This pre-owned Rolex Datejust 17013 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a
Rolex Datejust 17013 Steel 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Dial Quartz Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
(21316) This pre-owned Rolex Datejust 17013 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 2-Tone Men's Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 2-Tone Men's Watch 17013 - Quartz, Quickset date, sapphire crystal
Cartier Trinity 18K Tri Color Trinity Round Dial 27mm 1990's Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in timeless elegance with the Ladies Cartier Trinity 2357, a stunning representation of our exquisite collection of pre-owned watches for sale. This watch exudes glamour and ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthere Mini WF3141B9 18K Yellow gold Diamond Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthère 2360 ladies' watch. This elegant timepiece features a 17mm 18K yellow gold case with a diamond-set bezel. The off-white dial is adorned with blue steel hands and Rom...
18k Gold
Bulova Accutron Spaceview Stainless Steel Tuning Fork Men’s Watch
By Accutron
Located in New York, NY
An iconic vintage Bulova Accutron Spaceview men’s wristwatch, celebrated for its revolutionary tuning fork movement—one of the earliest electronic timekeeping innovations. This model...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch – a masterpiece that seamlessly fuses elegance and precision. This exquisite timepiece showcases a luxuriou...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Kt Collectors Rolex President Wood Dial, Ref 18038 from 1978
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Collectors Rolex President Wood Dial, Ref 18038 Gender: Mens Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatches Reference: 18038 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Casual M...
18k Gold
Rolex Submariner Glossy Gilt Explorer Dial 5513 Steel Automatic Watch, 1964
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 5513 Year: 1964 Serial number: 11xxxxx Reference: C03610 Many have seen Rolex signature design the 3,6,9 known to be the explorer dial as it is frequentl...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank 1710 Américaine Diamond Bezel Quartz 18K Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Américaine watch with diamond bezel and bracelet in 18K yellow gold, featuring a rectangular 19 x 34.5mm case and quartz movement. Designed with timeless Roman numerals ...
18k Gold
Cartier Panthere WF4037B9 Large 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Large Watch. 29mm 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Minute markers on the i...
18k Gold
Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch in Stock
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch in Stock This is a super cool Rolex 6239 Daytona Stainless Steel Watch. The watch is vintage but still very modern and classy. The case size...
Steel, Stainless Steel
$13,527
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
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
By Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...
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
Cartier Tortue Watch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds and a navy blue leather alligator strap. Signed by Cartier 28mm face Model #2644
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Ladies Rolex w/ Diamond Sapphire & Emerald in 18K w/ Clips
By Rolex
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A rare vintage ladies Rolex 18 karat yellow gold watch with Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald accents. The Diamonds, Sapphires and Emeralds are all round cut stones accenting a white ce...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18Kt. Tank European Watch & Clock Co. w/ Engine Turned Dial 1920 / 30's
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tank Style / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18 Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920 / 30's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X 23mm W...
18k Gold
Vintage Must de Cartier Mystery Tank Watch. ARGENT Manual Black Dial Tank.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). Rare Black Mystery Dial with Windup Manual Movement. ref 7007873 Condition: Has some d...
Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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.
Find vintage Rolex watches, bracelets and more on 1stDibs.
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.
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.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.