2005 Rolex Explorer 114270 Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
It represents a period where Rolex perfected the idea of a watch that could handle an ascent and a black-tie event with the same ease.
Steel, Stainless Steel
2005 Rolex Datejust 36 116233 Two-Tone Auto Champagne Dial 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Definitive Single Watch Collection This watch works because it serves as the ultimate daily driver for someone who values both history and reliability.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 2005 Rolex Cellini 18K WG 5116 Manual White Anniversary Dial 33mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Other Side Of Rolex The Cellini line has always been Rolex’s stage for pure dress watch design, a departure from the rugged, purpose-built Oyster cases that defined the brand.
White Gold
Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Air-King With Black Dial Box & Papers 2005
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air-King / Reference 2140 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 2005 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 42mm Length...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Platinum Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 118206 circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in Paris, FR
Rolex platinum Day-Date self-winding wristwatch with silvered dial, circa 2005.
Platinum
Rolex Day Date, Rose Gold, Model Number 118235, Registered 2005
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
This 36mm dial, rose gold, Rolex Day Date comes with full Rolex certification. It has been fitted with new (Rolex manufactured) links and it contains a solid clasp.
Rose Gold
Rolex Day Date, Rose Gold, Model Number 118235, Registered 2005
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
This 36mm dial, rose gold, Rolex Day Date comes with full Rolex certification. It has been fitted with new (Rolex manufactured) links and it contains a solid clasp.
Rose Gold
Rolex Day Date in Rose Gold, Model Number 118235, Registered 2005
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
This 36mm dial, rose gold, Rolex Day Date comes with full Rolex certification. It has been fitted with new (Rolex manufactured) links and it contains a solid clasp.
Rose Gold
Rolex Yachtmaster with Platinum Dial and Bezel, SS Oyster Bracelet, circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Rolex Yachtmaster features an elegant, athletic style as well as a dial and bezel made from Platinum. The Oyster link bracelet is crafted from stainless steel. Circa 2005 This...
Platinum, Stainless Steel
2005 Rolex Yachtmaster 16623 Two-Tone Men's Watch Slate Dial
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2005 Rolex Two Tone Yachtmaster Men's Watch Model: 16623 Serial: F930431 Two tone men's watch - 18K yellow gold and Stainless Steel Slate grey Dial, 18K Yellow gold bezel and crow...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Stainless Steel Gents 16610LV, 2005
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W3970 Model: 16610LV Serial: D34**** Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 2005 Case Diameter: 40 mm Case Size: 40mm Box and Papers: Box and Service Papers Movement: Automat...
Stainless Steel
2005/2006 Rolex Ladies Datejust 179173 Watch Jubilee Band Two Tone #24506
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2005/2006 Rolex Ladies Two-Tone Datejust Watch Model: 179173 Serial: D153165 This Ladies Rolex Datejust watch is set in stainless steel and 18K yellow gold Two tone jubilee band s...
Stainless Steel
2005 Rolex Stainless Steel Platinum Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 16622
By Rolex
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to offer this 2005 Rolex Stainless Steel Platinum Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 16622.
Platinum, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch 2005
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4346 Model Number: 178313 Serial Number: D35**** Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 2005 Case Diameter: 31 mm Case Size: 31mm Box and Papers: Box Only Movement: Automatic ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch, 2005
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4112 Model Number: 16613 Serial Number: F87**** Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 30th April 2005 Case Diameter: 40 mm Case Size: 40mm Box And Papers: Box, Manuals &...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi Stainless Steel Gents 16710, 2005
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W3958 Model: 16710 Serial: F65**** Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 16th March 2005 Case Diameter: 40 mm Case Size: 40mm Box and Papers: Box, Manuals and Guarantee Moveme...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Daytona Automatic Wristwatch Ref 116523, 2005
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4113 Model Number: 116523 SERIAL NUMBER D15**** Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 14th October 2005 Case Diameter: 40 mm Case Size: 40mm Box And Papers: Box, Manuals, And...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex GMT Master II Wristwatch Ref 16710. 'Coke' Bezel, Yr 2005, B&P"s.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our classic pre ceramic Rolex GMT Master II , reference 16710 , features a 40mm stainless steel case and stainless steel Oyster Bracelet with flip lock clasp, and red/ black 'coca co...
Rolex Rolesium Stainless Steel Yacht-Master Automatic Wristwatch, 2005
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4111 Model Number: 16622 Serial Number: Z36**** Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 2006 Case Diameter: 40 mm Case Size: 40mm Box and papers: Box Only Movement: Automatic C...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16200 Silver Dial Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel 2005
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16200 Serial: D533*** Year: 2005 Model: Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Custom Diamond Bezel Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire ...
Diamond, Silver, Stainless Steel
Rolex Rose Gold President Day-Date Ref 118235 with Box and Papers, circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rolex President Day-Date Ref 118235 in Everose gold, Arabic numerals on Everose dial and day/date apertures and on Rolex Everose gold President bracelet. Comes with box & papers c. 2...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
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W 0.4 in D 0.56 in Dm 1.58 in L 7.49 in
Rolex Sea-Dweller 4000ft 16600 Auto Mens Watch Box & Paper 2005
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Sea-dweller 4000ft 16600 Auto Mens Watch 40mm Box & Paper 2005
2005 Rolex Datejust Yellow Gold 116188 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2005 Rolex Datejust Yellow Gold 116188 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Box Only dated 2005 *Case Size: 36mm *Strap: Black Leather *Age: 2005 *Strap length: Adjustable...
Yellow Gold
2005 Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel 179160 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2005 Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel 179160 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Box Only dated 2005 *Case Size: 26mm *Strap: Stainless Steel Oyster *Age: 2005 *Strap lengt...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Airking Wristwatch circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Airking wristwatch, Ref. 14010, serial number D5, circa 2005. 34mm diameter case with engine-turned bezel and sapphire crystal.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Yachtmaster ref. 16622 circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Airking Ref 14000M, circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Airking ref 14000M serial# D6 circa 2005. 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel and sapphire crystal and glossy black original dial with applied silver indexes...
Stainless Steel
2005 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 116233 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2005 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 116233 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Presentation Pouch dated 2005 *Case Size: 36mm *Strap: Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold ...
Yellow Gold, Steel
2005 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 116233 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2005 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 116233 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Presentation Pouch dated 2005 *Case Size: 36mm *Strap: Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold ...
Yellow Gold, Steel
2005 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 179173 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2005 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 179173 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Box Only dated 2005 *Case Size: 26mm *Strap: Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Jubilee *...
Yellow Gold, Steel
2005 Rolex Datejust Yellow Gold 179178 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2005 Rolex Datejust Yellow Gold 179178 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Box & Guarantee dated 30th December 2005 *Case Size: 26mm *Strap: 18K Yellow Gold President *Age...
Yellow Gold
2005 Rolex Datejust Steel and White Gold 179174 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2005 Rolex Datejust Steel & White Gold 179174 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Box Only dated 2005 *Case Size: 26mm *Strap: Stainless Steel Jubilee *Age: 2005 *Strap l...
White Gold, Steel
2005 Rolex Datejust Steel and Yellow Gold 179173 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2005 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 179173 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Presentation Pouch dated 2005 *Case Size: 26mm *Strap: Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold ...
Yellow Gold, Steel
2005 Rolex Datejust Steel and Yellow Gold 179173 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2005 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 179173 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Box Only dated 2005 *Case Size: 26mm *Strap: Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Jubilee *...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Diamond Blue Dial Midsize Wristwatch, circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
Also featuring a diamond bezel this watch is sure to impress. This is a genuine Rolex watch with refinished dial and added diamond bezel.
White Diamond, Stainless Steel
2005 Rolex Submariner Kermit Stainless Steel 16610LV Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2005 Rolex Submariner Kermit Stainless Steel 16610LV Wristwatch * *Complete with: Box, Manuals & Guarantee dated 1st November 2005 *Case Size: 40mm *Strap: Stainless...
Stainless Steel
Rolex 18K YG Daytona ref 116518 Box & Papers circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Very minty, very little worn watch.
18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 16613 2005
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Submariner stainless steel and 18K gold ref#16613 case serial# D6 circa 2005. Recent, now discontinued model with no holes case, unidirectional elapsed time bezel, sapphire cry...
2005 Rolex Datejust 36 Steel and White Gold 16234 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2005 Rolex Datejust 36 Steel & White Gold 16234 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Box Only dated 2005 *Case Size: 36mm *Strap: Stainless Steel Jubilee *Age: 2005 *Strap...
White Gold, Steel
Rolex Pink Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Ref 116231, circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Recent production model Rolex Datejust ref # 116231, D serial# circa 2005 in very minty preowned condition. Featuring the classic 36mm diameter, but with a modern robust case with 1...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
2005 Rolex Datejust Steel and Yellow Gold 116233 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2005 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 116233 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Presentation Pouch & Guarantee dated 1st October 2005 *Case Size: 36mm *Strap: Stainless ...
Yellow Gold, Steel
2005 Rolex Datejust Steel and Yellow Gold 179173 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Contemporary 2005 Rolex Datejust Steel & Yellow Gold 179173 Wristwatch * *Complete with: Presentation Pouch & Guarantee dated 18th March 2005 *Case Size: 26mm *Strap: Stainless S...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Lady's Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm man's Oyster Perpetual, Air-King, or Oyster Perpetual Date.
Stainless Steel
Midsize Rolex with Ice Blue Diamond Dial and Diamond Bezel, circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
Also featuring a diamond bezel this watch is sure to impress. This is a genuine Rolex watch with refinished dial and added diamond bezel.
White Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady's Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 18k yellow gold lady's Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 179173, serial number D2, circa 2005. 27mm case with 18k yellow gold fluted bezel and sapphire crystal.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
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W 1.42 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 116203 circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 18k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 116203, serial D5, circa 2005. 36mm case with smooth domed bezel and sapphire crystal.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Wristwatch, 2005
By Rolex
Located in Metairie, LA
Circa 2005. Excellent condition and barely worn. This Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just is in perfect working order.
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Steel Datejust Silver Satin Roman Dial circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Datejust ref 16200 36mm diameter case with smooth bezel serial # F8 circa 2005. Silver satin dial with applied silver indexes. sapphire crystal with calibre 3135 quik set mo...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yacht-Master 28mm MOP Diamond Dial SS/YG Oyster Date: 2005 Style 169623
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The robust Oyster bracelet combines polished gold center links with brushed steel outer links and is equipped with a secure Oysterlock clasp for added safety. Key Features: Year: 20...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex New Old Stock Submariner 16613 Steel Gold 2005 Box/Paper/Warranty #RL276
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Reference #:. swiss-automatic. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Cosmograph Daytona Wristwatch Ref 116523
By Rolex
Located in Greenwich, CT
Case, dial and movement signed Rolex. Accompanied by original Rolex watch box and papers, dated 2005.
Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Certified 2005 Rolex Datejust 116234 36 Millimeters White Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust Reference #:116234. Rolex Stainless Steel with 18K white gold bezel, Turn-O-Graph Datejust wristwatch. Reference 116234. 36mm Stainless steel screw back case with scre...
Rolex Lady's Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 2005
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex lady's stainless steel no date Oyster Perpetual wristwatch, Ref. 76080.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual with Original Oyster Bracelet and Sub Seconds circa 1957
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6504 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1957 / 58 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 31mm X D...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dark Blue Sunburst Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Date / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Oyster Bracelet & Rare Black Dial, 1979
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 1200 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1979 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diameter 35m...
Stainless Steel
2000 Rolex Submariner Men's Watch 16610 Black Dial Bezel #24693
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2000 Rolex Submariner Watch Model: 16610 Serial: P702253 This classic Rolex Submariner men's watch is set in stainless steel. Black dial with luminescent markers. 40mm case size ...
Stainless Steel
Omega 14Kt Solid Gold Watch Mid Century Watch with Original Waffle Dial
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Reference 6550 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 32mm M...
14k Gold
$4,500
H 1.38 in W 1.66 in
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Dial with Gilt Markers 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 / 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm x Diame...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Black Dial, circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster with Rare Original Dial from 1946
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster / Reference 4365 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1946 DIMENSIONS: Length 39mm X Diameter 34mm MOVEMENT...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Rare Original Charcoal Dial, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diam...
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Charcoal Dial, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 40mm ...
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Blue Dial 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Custom Made Blue Dial, circa 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 40mm x 34mm MOVEME...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold Top Tropical Series Steel Back Early Ladies Perpetual from 1947
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Ladies Bubble Back / Tropical Series METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Top with Steel Back CIRCA / YEAR: 1947 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Lengt...
Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Air King with Original Factory Black Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970'S DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Leng...
Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King with Original Dial and Bracelet Late 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Late 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diamete...
Omega Speedmaster Steel Black Panda Dial Automatic Mens Watch 3210.51.00
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned Omega Speedmaster 40mm Stainless Steel Chronograph Automatic Mens Watch 3210.51.00. This Beautiful Timepiece is Powered by Mechanical (Automatic) Movement And Features: Rou...
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.