Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Stainless Steel Watch 17000
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Stainless Steel Watch 17000 - Quartz, date.
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Stainless Steel Watch 17000
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Stainless Steel Watch 17000 - Quartz, date.
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.
Vintage 1980 Rolex OysterQuartz Datejust 17000 Steel White Buckley Dial 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A Sharp Break From Tradition The OysterQuartz was Rolex's definitive answer to the quartz revolution of the 1970s.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz 17013 36mm White Buckley Dial Yellow Gold Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 17013 Serial: 629**** Year: 1979 Model: Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 14k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: 14k ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz reference 17014, White Gold Fluted Bezel, Box, 1980.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our rare and very attractive Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz reference 17014 features a stainless steel 36mm case with white gold fluted bezel, integrated stainless steel bracelet and no...
Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz 17014 36mm Blue Roman Dial 18K Gold Bezel Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 17014 Serial: 714**** Year: 1982 Model: Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: 18K White Gold Dial: Custo...
Stainless Steel
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.
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 17000. Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel. 36mm case.
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 bezel.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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 case with silver T Swiss T dial and integrated bracelet.
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 Arabia silver dial, sealed behind a sapphire crystal glass.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
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 roman numerals, date at 3 0'clock, a fixed 18k yellow gold fluted bezel, a stainle...
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 with applied hour markers, date at 3 0'clock, a fixed 18k yellow gold fluted bezel, a ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 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
Iconic Rolex 17013 Oysterquartz Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Whether worn for business or leisure, the Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Wrist Watch is a statement of impeccable taste and discerning craftsmanship.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz 17103 – 1978 – Two-Tone Vintage Classic
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 17103 – Full Set – 1978 – Recently Serviced A bold expression of Rolex's forward-thinking 1970s design, this Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust reference 17103 ...
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
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.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Datejust Oysterquartz 17000
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm Datejust Oysterquartz in stainless steel by Rolex.
Stainless Steel
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 ever handled, remaining in close to new condition, unpolished and with perfect case,...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz Royal Omani Police Dial 17000
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 36mm Datejust Oysterquartz in stainless steel by Rolex.
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 original champagne dial with original patinated hands.
Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz reference 17014, 36mm White Gold Bezel, Year 1999
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our rare and very desirable Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz reference 17014, is one of the last manufactured and retailed before the Oysterquartz was discontinued.
Vintage Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz 36mm 18K Gold Champagne Dial Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This watch was produced in 1978. the band has minor slack. and cut on the links due to age. some scratches on the bezel. visible patina and cracks on the dial. natural cracks give a ...
18k Gold, Steel
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 quartz movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It has a round shape face, d...
Rolex Datejust Oysterquartz 17013 Silver Sunburst Dial SS/YG 6.3m Serial 1979 wi
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 2224 Brand Rolex Model Datejust Oysterquartz Reference 17013 Year 1979 Dial Silver Sunburst Dial Case Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 36mm ...
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 quartz movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.
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 quartz movement which is cased in a stainless steel case.
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 Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Oysterquartz Datejust Wristwatch Ref 17013
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 2-Tone Steel & Gold Men's Watch 17013 - Quartz, Quickset date, sapphire crystal.
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterquartz Datejust Wristwatch Ref 17000B
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES. Case No. 5672***, Ref. 17000B. Made in 1978. Production of this reference ceased circa 1995. ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 17014 Men's Oysterquartz Watch Stainless Steel Black Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oysterquartz Reference #:17014. Rolex Datejust 17014 Men's OysterQuartz Watch Stainless Steel Black Dial 36MM.
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Oysterquartz Datejust Wristwatch Ref 17013
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Quartz, Quickset date, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with yellow gold fluted bezel (35 mm diameter). Champagne dial with raised gold stick markers. Stainless steel and yell...
Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Oysterquartz Datejust Wristwatch Ref 17013
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Quartz, Quickset date, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with yellow gold fluted bezel (35 mm diameter). Silvered dial with raised gold stick markers. Stainless steel and yellow...
Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterquartz Datejust Wristwatch Ref 17000
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a lovely Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterqartz Datejust from 1983. This model is lesser known than the Rolex Oyster Perpetuals and has become quite a collectors piece. The dial i...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Blue Dial Steel Mens Watch 17000
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Blue Dial Steel Mens Watch 17000.
Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Men's Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013.
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch 17000
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch 17000.
Steel, Silver
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch 17000
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch 17000.
Silver, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013.
Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Men's Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013.
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Men’s Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Men's Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 36mm Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013.
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013.
Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel White Gold Fluted Bezel Watch 17014
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel White Gold Fluted Bezel Watch 17014.
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Buckley Dial Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Buckley Dial Watch 17013.
Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch 17000 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch 17000 Box Papers.
Silver, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel White Gold Diamond Dial Mens Watch 17014
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel White Gold Diamond Dial Mens Watch 17014.
White Gold, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel White Gold Mens Watch 17014 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel White Gold Mens Watch 17014 Box Papers.
Steel, White Gold
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Watch 17013
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Watch 17013.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel White Gold Mens Watch 17014 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel White Gold Mens Watch 17014 Box Papers.
White Gold, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013 Box Papers.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013 Box Papers.
Steel, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013 Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch 17013 Box Papers.
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust ref. 17000
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Oyster Quartz serial #5.4 million circa 1978 ref 17000 sapphire crystal quik set date. 36mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel and integral flat link heavy Oyster bracel...
Rolex 126233 Datejust 36mm Two-Tone Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel Champagne Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This latest two-tone Datejust was retailed in 2019, is in like-new condition, and under Rolex international warranty to 2024. Featuring Rolex's winning combination of 18kt gold flute...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 116234
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 116234 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Datejust. Stainless steel case with 18k white gold fluted bezel. Black d...
Rolex Datejust Men's 2-Tone Silver Diamond Watch 16233
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's 2-Tone Watch 16233 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Datejust. Stainless steel with 18k yellow gold fluted bezel (36mm diameter). Silve...
Rolex Datejust 16233 Champagne Dial Watch in 18K Yellow Gold & Steel, 1990s
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Rolex Datejust reference 16233 automatic two tone with a champagne sunburst dial from the early 90s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements include a...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
$8,800
H 1.42 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust 36mm Jubilee Stainless Steel Silver Dial Men Watch 16234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned good condition. Clean dial. No original box and papers. Comes with a chronostore box. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy wi...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust With Rare Factory Original Silver Dial 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 16000 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel & White Gold Bezel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIO...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$7,590
H 1.03 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Dial Automatic Watch 79173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Women Model Number: 79173 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model: Rolex Datejust 7917...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16234
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16234 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Datejust. Stainless steel case with fluted bezel (36mm diameter). Silver...
Stainless Steel
$7,150
H 1.42 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust 36mm No Holes Steel Silver Dial Automatic Watch 16220
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. No holes case. Clean dial and hands. 🕰️ General Information Brand: Rolex Model Name: Datejust 16220 Model Number: 16220 Type: Wristwatch Department...
Steel
Vintage Rolex Datejust Two Tone Watch with Jubilee Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Two-tone Rolex Datejust in stainless steel with 18k gold overlay. 36mm dial ref. 1601 Datejust with gold-colored dial and 3 o'clock cyclops complication. Fluted bezel with sapphire c...
Rolex Datejust 26mm 18K Yellow Gold Steel Champagne Dial Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. The watch shows minor signs of wear. No original box and paper. Comes with seller's box. Brand & Model Details: Brand: Rolex Model: Datejust 69173 Model N...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 41mm Wimbledon Dial 126303
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Datejust 41mm by Rolex in stainless steel and yellow gold. Featuring the highly sought-after Wimbledon dial with a smooth yellow gold bezel. The Oyster bracelet comes with an Oyste...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel 18k Gold Silver Index Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126333
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. The original box and papers are included. Brand and Model Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Datejust 41 Model Number: 126333 Type and Style: Type: Wristwatch Style: Lu...
Steel, 18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 2-Tone With Factory Original Black Dial 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 16000 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel & White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / S...
Stainless Steel, Gold
Rolex Steel Datejust with Exceptional Factory Original Silvered Dial circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm X Diameter 36m...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust II Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold 41mm Watch 116333
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Datejust II Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold 41mm Watch 116333 - Automatic winding, Quickset, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold fluted bezel (41mm diameter...
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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A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
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.