Rolex Bart Simpson 5513 Submariner 40mm Steel Unpolished Circa 1960
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex stainless steel 40mm reference 5513 men's wrist watch. Vintage, circa 1959-1964. Known in the trade as the Bart Simpson Rolex. The watch is Pre-owned, in full working condition...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Tropical Brown Glossy Gilt Dial 5512 Steel Automatic Watch 1960
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 5512 Year: 1960 Serial number: 55xxxx Reference: C03729; C03603 Case: Show sign of wear with slight polish from previous; inner case back stamped 5512 II...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Tudor Submariner Ref 7928, black tritium T Swiss dial, patination, Year c1966
By Tudor
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and very attractive Tudor Submariner non date, reference 7928, features a 39mm stainless steel case. The black tritium T Swiss T dial, we consider an early service replac...
Vintage 1965 Rolex Submariner 5513 Stainless Steel Gilt Dial Automatic 40 mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Gilt Era Submariner The reference 5513 is one of the longest-running and most revered models in Rolex history. It is the definitive no-date Submariner, celebrated for its pure, ...
Steel, 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. The round case measures 40mm in width, featuring the original black dial with gil...
Stainless Steel
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
Rolex Submariner Single Red MK II 1680 Tropical Brown Steel Automatic Watch 1969
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 1680 Year: 1969 Serial number: 21xxxxx Reference: C03413 Case: Show sign of wear with some polishing from previous; inner case back stamped 1680 I 69 Di...
Steel, Stainless Steel
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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 fliplock oyster bracelet. Auto w/ sweep seconds. Circa 1967. 40 mm case size. Ref 5513. F...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Ref. 5512 Steel Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Submariner Ref. 5512 STEVE MCQUEEN CASE screwed case, steel, acrylic glass, rotating bezel, screw-down crown, d=40mm MOVEMENT caliber Rolex 1570, automatic, chronometer D...
Tudor Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic wristwatch Ref 7928
By Tudor
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Submariner Ref. 7928 rare early Submariner Oyster Prince CASE screwed case, steel, acrylic glass, rotating bezel, screw-down crown, pointed crown guard, MOVEMENT caliber Tud...
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 5512
By Rolex
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Submariner Ref. 5512 CASE screwed case, steel, acrylic glass, rotating bezel, 40mm MOVEMENT caliber Rolex 1530, automatic DIAL original Tritium.dial and hands, Rare marr...
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 5513
By Rolex
Located in Epsom, Surrey
This Rolex has undergone a thorough inspection and service to ensure all aspects of the watch are as they should be to meet our high standards for sale. It has also been referenced a...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Red Submariner Tropical Dial wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Paris, FR
Fine and very rare stainless steel self winding wristwatch with tropical dial.
Stainless Steel
Rare Rolex James Bond Submariner circa 1966 Watch Ref. #5513
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rare ROLEX James Bond Submariner C. 1966 Watch Ref. #5513 Rolex has consistently exceeded expectations with phenomenal products, and there is no exception for this vintage circa 196...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Big Red 1680 Submariner Wristwatch, 1979
By Rolex
Located in Epsom, Surrey
This Rolex has undergone a thorough inspection and service to ensure all aspects of the watch are as they should be to meet our high standards for sale. It has also been referenced a...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Gilt Dial Self Winding Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Paris, FR
Fine stainless steel self winding wristwatch with gilt black dial
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Meters First 5513
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W5089 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Submariner Model Ref: 5513 Age: Gender: Mens Complete With: Box & Service Papers Dial: Black Glass: Plexiglass Movement: Automatic Water Resist...
ROLEX Submariner, Ref. 5513 , 1966
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Rolex Submariner, Ref. 5513 serial Number = 1966, Original and Near Mint Dial and Bezel, Oyster Flip Lock Bracelet.
Stainless Steel
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.
Rolex Submariner Tiffany & Co. Single Red 1680
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: COM1411 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Submariner Model Ref: 1680 Age: Gender: Mens Complete With: Box & Service Papers Dial: Black Glass: Plexiglass Movement: Automatic Water Resi...
ROLEX Color Change Pointy-Crown Guard Gilt Dial Submariner
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Stunningly handsome grey bezel on gilt brown dial. The whole package, incorporating desirable pointy-crown guards, handsome color change and gilt dial in a watch as wearable to today...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner 5513, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #: 5513. Mens Swiss Automatic Watch Stainless Steel Black 40 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Submariner 5513, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #: 5513. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 0 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Submariner 5512, Brown Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #: 5512. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Brown 40 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Submariner 5513, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #: 5513. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 0 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Submariner 1680, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #: 1680. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 0 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Submariner 5513, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #: 5513. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 40 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Submariner 5513, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #: 5513. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 40 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Submariner 5512, Brown Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #: 5512. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Brown 40 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Submariner 5513, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Submariner Reference #: 5513. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 0 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5512
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A super clean example of one of the most popular models in today’s market. Nice case condition and a soft patina make this an attractive piece to add to your collection.
Stainless Steel
Original Condition Rolex Submariner 5512 Circa 1968
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Offered in impeccable original condition that will please the most selective of collectors. Note the super beefy lugs and beveled edges. Note the gorgeous patina that has aged evenly...
Stainless Steel
Pre-Owned Rolex “Meters First” Submariner Ref. #5513
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This iconic Submariner is noted for its mint case condition and beautiful, even creamy patina. The “meters first” dial represents an early example of this classic model. The insert i...
Steel
Rolex Submariner Red Triangle Bezel With Gilt Dial Gents 5508 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Specifications Ref: W3012 Model: 5508 Serial: 488*** Movement: Automatic Case: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 38 mm Dial: Black Bracelet: Fabric Nato Buckle: Stainless Steel Tang B...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Automatic Wristwatch Ref 5512
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Rolex Reference: 5512 Serial: 5 mill. Case Material: Stainless Steel Movement: Automatic Case Measurement: 40mm Dial: Black dial (factory) Crystal: Plastic Crystal Cla...
Stainless Steel
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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