Vintage Rolex Submariner Tiffany " Spider " Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Tiffany " Spider " Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 - Automatic winding
Vintage Rolex Submariner Tiffany " Spider " Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Tiffany " Spider " Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 - Automatic winding
Vintage Rolex Submariner Black Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 Feet First
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Black Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 Feet First - Automatic winding
Vintage Rolex Submariner 5512 40mm Stainless Steel Rolex Service Receipt
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 5512 Serial: 68**** Year: 1961 Model: Vintage Rolex Submariner Case
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner 1680 Stainless Steel 1978
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1680 Serial: 5295*** Year: 1978 Model: Rolex Submariner Case Material: Stainless
Vintage 1982 Rolex Submariner 5513 Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Rolex Submariner is a classic example of the brand’s iconic dive watch, crafted in
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage 5512 Gilt Underline Dial Pointed Crown Guard Submariner Full Set
By Rolex
Located in Boston, MA
A vintage Rolex Submariner, model 5512, with rare Underline gilt dial and pointed crown guard case
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date, Ref 1680, 40mm Case, Dial & Hands Coeval Patina, 1977/78
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Submariner Date , reference 1680, features a 40mm stainless steel case with
Rolex Vintage Submariner Non-Date 5513
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stainless steel Non-Date vintage Submariner by Rolex. Features a matte black dial that is
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Submariner Mark IV Dial1680
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage 40mm Rolex Submariner in stainless steel. Featuring a distinctive mark IV black dial with
Stainless Steel
$8,800
H 50.2 in W 35.63 in D 0.04 in
Rolex Submariner – Swiss Original Vintage Poster
Located in Zurich, CH
Original Poster promoting Rolex' Submariner, reference 1680, created by Celestino Piatti, a very
Paper
$17,500
W 1.58 in L 1.58 in
Vintage 1978 Rolex Submariner Ref 1680 Stainless Steel Automatic Black Dial 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Submariner. Same familiar silhouette, same tool watch intent, but with the added date that marked Rolex
Stainless 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
Vintage 1997 Rolex Submariner Reference 16613 Two-Tone Automatic Blue Dial 40mm
Located in New York, NY
The Bluesy, exactly how it should be The Rolex Submariner “Bluesy” has always occupied a unique
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Submariner Single Red Matte Dial 1680 Steel Automatic Watch, 1970
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 1680 Year: 1970 Serial number: 29xxxxx Reference: C03865 Case: Show
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Rare Submariner Date Red Writing Vintage Stainless Steel Mark VI 1680
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
vintage wristwatch is a Submariner 1680; a watch that is incredibly sought after and one that every watch
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 1680 Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Westport, CT
An original vintage black Rolex Submariner (1680) circa 1980s. This magnificent piece features a
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 18k Yellow Gold Steel Blue Dial Automatic Mens Watch 16803
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Luxury, Sport Model Rolex Submariner 16803 Vintage Yes Year Manufactured 1980-1989 Customized Yes
Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner Reference 5513 Stainless Steel Watch, 1986
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1986 Vintage Rolex Submariner Reference 5513. Stainless Steel case, that measures in at 40mm wide
Unavailable
Rolex Submariner No Date 40mm 5513
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Rolex Submariner No Date in stainless steel with refinished dial and upgraded modern
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 40mm 5513
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Submariner 2 line matte dial with original lume creamy/vanilla patina in stainless steel on
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
W 0.79 in Dm 1.58 in L 0.31 in
Rolex Submariner 1680 Vintage Stainless Mens Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 1680 Vintage Stainless Mens Automatic Watch 40mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex 18 Karat Gold Oyster Perpetual Submariner with Blue Gloss Earth Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
the cornerstone of any watch collection. Although the vintage Rolex Submariner watches from the 1960s
18k Gold
Unavailable
H 0.52 in W 0.79 in Dm 1.58 in L 8 in
Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch 1985 Papers
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch 40mm 1985 Papers
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
W 0.75 in D 0.52 in Dm 1.58 in L 6.5 in
Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Watch Stainless Patina Matte Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 16800 Vintage Mens Watch Stainless Patina Matte Dial 40MM
Unavailable
W 0.75 in D 0.56 in Dm 1.58 in L 7.49 in
Rolex Submariner 5513 1968 Meters First Vintage Stainless Mens Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 5513 1968 Meters First Vintage Stainless Mens Automatic 40mm
Rolex Submariner 5513 Vintage Feet First Matte Mens Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 5513 Vintage Feet First Matte 2.8 Mil Mens Automatic Watch 40mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 5513 1968 Meters First Vintage Stainless Men's Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 5513 1968 Meters First Vintage Stainless Mens Automatic 40mm
Rolex Submariner 5512 Men's Automatic Vintage Watch Tropical Gilt Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 5512 Mens Automatic Vintage Watch Tropical Gilt Dial 40mm
Unavailable
W 0.71 in D 0.6 in Dm 1.58 in L 8 in
Rolex Submariner 5513 2.2M Vintage Patina Matte Serif Feet First Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 5513 2.2M Vintage Patina Matte Serif Feet First Watch
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.52 in Dm 1.58 in L 7.49 in
Rolex Submariner 5513 Vintage 8.1 Serial Matte Dial Automatic Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 5513 Vintage 8.1 serial Matte Dial Automatic Mens Watch 40MM
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.56 in Dm 1.58 in L 7.49 in
Rolex Submariner 1680 Mark IV Vintage Black Dial Men's Watch 1968
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 1680 Mark IV Vintage Black Dial Men's Watch 40mm 1968
Unavailable
W 0.79 in D 0.6 in Dm 1.58 in L 8 in
Rolex Submariner Vintage 5513 Spider Dial 8.9 Mil Unpolished Patina Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Vintage 5513 Spider Dial 8.9 mil Unpolished Patina Watch 40mm
Rolex Submariner 1680 Mark I Men's Automatic Vintage Watch White Dial SS
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner 1680 Mark I Mens Automatic Vintage Watch White Dial SS 40mm
Rolex Submariner 5513, Case, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #:5513. Rolex Submariner Vintage 5513 9.7 Million Serial Unpolished 2
Rolex Submariner 5513, Case, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #:5513. Rolex Submariner 5513 Vintage Bart Simpson R Serial Men's
Rolex Submariner 5512, Case, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #:5512. Rolex Vintage Submariner 5512 5.4 Million Serial Matte Dial 4
Vintage Rolex Submariner Men's Watch 5508
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Men's Watch 5508 - Automatic Winding. Stainless Steel case (37mm). Black
Vintage Rolex Submariner Black Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Black Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 - Automatic winding; acrylic crystal
Vintage Rolex Submariner 1680 Yellow Gold Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner 1680 Yellow Gold Automatic Mens Watch - Automatic. 18K Yellow gold case
Vintage Rolex Submariner Gilt Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Gilt Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 - Automatic winding; acrylic crystal
Vintage Rolex Submariner Gilt Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Gilt Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 - Automatic winding; acrylic crystal
Vintage Rolex Submariner 1680 Stainless Steel Watch, circa 1979
By Rolex
Located in Baltimore, MD
Vintage Rolex Submariner 1680S Stainless Steel Watch Model: 1680S Serial: 616**** Case: 40mm
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner Tiffany " Spider " Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Tiffany " Spider " Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 - Automatic winding
Vintage Rolex Submariner 16800 Stainless Steel Men's Watch with Distinctive Pati
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner 16800 Stainless Steel Men's Watch with Distinctive Patina - Automatic
Vintage Rolex Submariner 1680 Mark 1 Dial, circa 1978
By Rolex
Located in Cape May, NJ
Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Submariner 1680 Serial/Year: 5,6XX,XXX - 1978 Purchased in 1980 from
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner 'no date' Ref 5513. Box & Papers
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
An icon, our Rolex Submariner 'no date' 40mm reference 5513 features a gloss black dial, matching
Stainless Steel
Rare Vintage Rolex Submariner James Bond Big Crown Stainless Steel Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Very Rare Stainless Steel Submariner Vintage Gents Wristwatch, original tropical gilt dial with
Stainless Steel
Tropical Nipple Dial Vintage Rolex Submariner 1680 Blue 18 Karat Gold Rare
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1680 Serial: 5835*** Year:1979 Model: Submariner Case Material: 18K
18k Gold
Rolex Submariner Date Ref 1680 Wristwatch. 40mm Case, Patinated, Retailed 1979.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Submariner , reference 1680, features a 40mm stainless steel case and stainless
Rolex Submariner Date Wristwatch ref 1680, with patination, 1979, super history.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and classic Rolex Submariner Date reference 1680 features a stainless steel 40mm case
Vintage 1970 Rolex 1680 Red Submariner
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A true grail piece for vintage Rolex collectors, this 1970 Rolex Submariner 1680 stands out as one
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Non-Date Vintage 5513
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage, 40mm 5513 Submariner Non-Date by Rolex in stainless steel. Featuring a matte black dial
Stainless Steel
Very Collectible Vintage Rolex Red Submariner, 1680
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Very Collectible Vintage Rolex Red Submariner 1680 - Automatic winding, acrylic crystal. Stainless
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Vintage Automatic Wristwatch Ref 5513
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Submariner Men's Vintage Stainless Steel Watch 5513 - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Oyster Perpetual Vintage Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic 1520 movement Function: hours, minutes, seconds Case: round 40mm stainless steel case with bi-directional rotating timing bezel, acrylic domed crystal, pierced lu...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Rare Vintage Comex Submariner Matte Black Dial 5514
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An extremely rare stainless steel Comex Non-Date Submariner wristwatch by Rolex. Featuring an
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1984 Rolex 16800 Stainless Steel Submariner Open 6 & 9
By Rolex
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Vintage 1984 Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner 16800. This classic and
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Vintage Submariner Date automatic Wristwatch Ref 1680
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic 1575 movement Function: hours, minutes, seconds, date Case: round 40mm stainless-steel case, stainless steel rotatable time-lapse diver’s level, plastic crystal, ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date Vintage Gents Stainless Steel Matte Black Dial 1680
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, matte black dial with
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date Red Writing Vintage Stainless Steel Mark V 1680
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40 mm Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date Red Writing Vintage Gents Wristwatch, Mark
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1985 Rolex 16800 Stainless Steel Submariner Open 6 & 9 T 25 Dial
By Rolex
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Vintage 1985 Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner 16800. This classic and
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Non-Date Vintage Gents Stainless Steel Matte Black Dial B&P 551
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40 mm Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Submariner Non-Date Vintage Gents Wristwatch, matte black
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Red Submariner 1680 Oyster Bracelet Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Red Submariner 1680 - Automatic winding, acrylic crystal. Stainless steel case with
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 1680
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Restored, refinished and guaranteed vintage 1979 Rolex submariner ref 1680. 8 Inches and can be
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date Holes Steel None Ceramic Black Dial Mens Watch 16610
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Model: Rolex Submariner 16610 Vintage: No Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) Number of Jewels: 31
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 5513, Gloss Dial, Tritium T Swiss 25, Ghost Bezel, Year 1984...
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and uniquely historied Rolex Submariner non date / no date, reference 5513, features a
Vintage Rolex Submariner 5513 Black Dial Stainless Steel 1988 Unpolished
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 5513 Serial: R929*** Year: 1988 Model: Submariner Case Material
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner Date 40MM 1680 Brown Buttery Yellow Lume Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
& Buckle. Strap has signs of wear, Submariner Date Watch Properties Brand: Rolex Family
Steel
Vintage Rolex Submariner 5512 Matte Pumpkin Dial 4 Line Stainless Steel with Box
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 5512 Serial: 3443*** Year: 1973 Model: Submariner Case Material
Stainless Steel
Sold
D 0.4 in Dm 1.38 in
Solid 14 Karat Gold Omega Watch Automatic Engraved New York Fire Dept Vintage
By Omega
Located in San Diego, CA
vintageseiko submariner omega seamaster rolex submariner omega vintage omega watches rolex vintage antique
14k Gold
Sold
W 0.71 in D 0.44 in Dm 1.15 in
Hamilton Watch 1960s 14 Karat Gold Filled Self Winding Swiss Leather Band
By Hamilton
Located in San Diego, CA
vintage submariner omega seamaster rolex submariner omega vintage omega watches rolex vintage antique
14k Gold
Vintage Rolex Submariner Two-Tone, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
Vintage Rolex Submariner, circa 1997. Stainless steel and 18kt yellow gold Submariner with blue
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rare Vintage Rolex Submariner Date Stainless Steel Watch Ref 1680
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
*Just serviced by Rolex, pristine condition with brand new bracelet!* Brand: Rolex Model Name
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Vintage "Mark I" with First Dial Wristwatch Ref. 5512
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Rolex Submariner "Mark I" in stainless steel with transitional meters, first dial with box
Stainless Steel
Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Yellow Gold Wristwatch Ref. 2452J
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
A vintage manual wind Patek Philippe watch from the Calatrava collection, featuring a 35 mm case diameter with a silver white dial and gold hour markers, a seconds subdial on the 6 o...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$56,920
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Gold Ceramic Steel Black Dial Men Watch 116519LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. 2022 card. Comes with the original box and papers. Brand and Model Brand: Rolex Model: Cosmograph Daytona Model Number: 116519LN Design and Style Style: Luxury Watch Shape: ...
18k Gold
Rolex Submariner (No Date) 1989 Service Card from 2010
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner REFRENCE: 14060 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oyster Steel WRIST SIZE: 8 MOVEMENT: Automatic Good condition, re-poli...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFERENCE: 16610 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oystersteel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: 8.25 Good condition,...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date 16610
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Submariner Date REFERENCE: 16610 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BEZEL: Black BAND: Oyster Stainless Steel MOVEMENT: Automatic WRIST SIZE: 8.25 Good...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 16613 Blue Dial Mens Watch
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Submariner 16613 Men Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. 18k yellow gold bezel with blue insert. Blue dial with luminous gold hands and luminous dot hour markers. Date display at...
Stainless Steel
$15,800
H 0.52 in W 1.97 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Submariner 16613 Two-Tone Gold & Steel Blue Dial Automatic Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in Westport, CT
An authentic Rolex Submariner 16613, a luxurious and durable timepiece that seamlessly blends functionality with style. This gold and stainless steel men’s watch comes with its origi...
Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Historical Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Big Red 6263 steel 1979
By Rolex
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
First launched in 1963 and created specifically for the world of automotive racing, the Rolex Daytona collection is arguably one of the most popular and universally respected lines o...
Steel
$16,319Sale Price|25% Off
Dm 1.74 in
Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea D-Blue James Cameron Blue Black Dial Mens Watch 126660
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Original Box and Papers are Included. Covered by 3 -year Chronostore Warranty. General Information Brand: Rolex Model Name: Sea-Dweller Model Number: 1266...
Stainless Steel
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...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II Root Beer Rose Gold & Steel Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex GMT-Master II Root Beer Rose Gold & Steel Men's Watch
Rose Gold, Steel
$40,000Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex Daytona Platinum Diamond Men's Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Daytona Platinum Diamond Men's Watch all original Rolex parts except custom Diamond dial and diamonds on case excellent condition comes with original box and paperwork shop...
Diamond, Platinum
$53,130
H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Daytona 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Sticks Dial Men Watch 116518LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned mint-like new condition. 2020 card. Box and papers. General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Daytona Model Number: 116518LN Style: Luxury Department: Men Year Manufa...
Yellow Gold
$82,220
H 1.58 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 40mm 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Watch 126508
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. It comes with an original box and papers.
Yellow Gold
$21,500
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
Hermes Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on this rare Hermès Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline—an extraordinary and rare piece that epitomizes luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance. The generous 50...
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.