Vintage 1965 Rolex Submariner 5513 Stainless Steel Gilt Dial Automatic 40 mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This was the golden age of the tool watch, where function dictated form, and the Submariner set the standard for every dive watch that followed.
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1965 Rolex Air-King 5500 Steel Silver Pool Intairdril Dial Auto 34mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A Tool Watch With A Hidden Story The Rolex Air-King has always been the purest expression of the brand's tool watch philosophy.
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Black Finish and Custom Finished Dial ca 1965
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1965 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diamet...
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1965 Rolex Datejust 6517 18K Yellow Gold Automatic Buckley Dial
Located in New York, NY
Why this configuration matters The integrated 18k yellow gold bracelet is the core of the watch. When these stretch or lose shape, the watch loses its presence.
Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Zephyr Two-Tone Watch, 1965
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1965 Vintage Rolex Zephyr Ref. 1008 Two Tone 14k Yellow Gold Machined Bezel and Stainless Steel Case watch with Original Gold/Champagne Zephyr Dial.
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference 1002 Stainless Steel Watch, 1965
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1965 Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 1002 Stainless Steel watch with Original Silver Dial with Applied Steel Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with Original Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Br...
1965 Rolex Day Date Pink Gold Riveted Stretch Oyster Ref. 1807
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
The elusive 1807 in Pink Gold Among vintage Rolex watches, the dial is usually the centerpiece of rarity.
Rose Gold
1965 Rolex Oyster Precision Ladies Vintage Watch with Tiffany Blue Dial - SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? 1965 ROLEX OYSTER PRECISION Ladies Vintage Watch with Tiffany ...
Stainless Steel
1965 18k Yellow Gold Rolex Day-Date 1803 Model
By Rolex
Located in Media, PA
This is a rare and fabulous vintage 1965 18K yellow gold Rolex Day-Date 1803 with a double-hyphen dial.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Zephyr circa 1965 Ref 1008
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
All original and in absolutely perfect vintage condition, this 14k yellow gold and stainless steel Rolex Zephyr offers a clean and sleek mid-century look with a sniper dial and no ma...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel, 14k Gold
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500, circa 1965, Rare Silver Dial
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date , reference 1500, features a 9k yellow gold 34mm case and is fitted with a new leather strap. Of note is the rare and attractive silver dial w...
Tudor Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Royal manual wristwatch Ref 7934, circa 1965
By Tudor
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). A stainless steel manually wound ce...
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Steel and Gold Oyster Date Watch with Custom Hot Pink Dial from 1965
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Two Tone / Ref..6466 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel and 14Kt.
Rolex Rose Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1600, 1965
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W4079 Model Number: 1600 Serial Number: 109**** Condition: 8 - Good condition Gender: Gents Age: 1965 Case Diameter: 36 mm Case Size: 36mm Box And Papers: Box Only Movement: Aut...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Steel with Solid Gold Bezel and Original Dial from 1965
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1005 METAL / MATERIAL: Two-Tone Steel and Solid Gold Bezel CIRCA / YEAR: 1965 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: ...
Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch All Original, circa 1964 or 1965
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Fluted Bezel / Ref. 1501 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA: 1964 / 1965 DIMENSIONS: 35mm X 42mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Per...
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Original Gold Satin Dial, 1965
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1965 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm...
Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Midsize Watch, 1965
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1965 Vintage Rolex Mid-Size Oyster Perpetual Ref. 6551 Two Tone 14k Rose Gold and Stainless Steel watch with Original Silver Dial with Applied Rose Color Stick/Bar/Baton Markers with...
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Also comes with original large Chronometer Certificate dated Oct 1965. Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm ...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1601 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Datejust ref 1601 serial number 1.3 million circa 1965. 36mm diameter Oyster case with smooth bezel, acrylic crystal and signed crown.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1601 circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 1601, serial number 1.2 million, circa 1965. 36mm case with 14k white gold fluted bezel and acrylic crystal.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Ref 1601 Black Pie Pan Dial, circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Rolex Datejust ref 1601 serial # 1.8 million circa 1965 with scarce original matte black pie pan dial. Featuring 36mm diameter Oyster case with 14K white gold fluted bezel, ...
14k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Model 1018, circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref 1018 serial # 1,269,xxx circa 1965/66. Scarce 36mm model (same size as popular ref 1016 Explorer 1). With smooth bezel and acrylic crystal and very pleasin...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Datejust Wristwatch circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
With original stainless steel 14k rose gold rolled link Jubilee bracelet with deployment clasp and date code for 1965. Great looking vintage model. Explanation about sizes of vint...
Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 1002 circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch ref 1002 serial #1.2 million circa 1965. 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Midsize Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6629 circa 1965
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.
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Datejust self winding Wristwatch, circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 14K yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust ref# 1601 circa 1965. Man's full size dress model 36mm diameter Oyster case with 14K yellow gold fluted bezel, sig...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
1965 Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi Gilt Dial Stainless Steel 1675 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
We also purchase watches and offer consignment services - Please contact us for more information. ** SERVICE HISTORY * This watch has received a Rolex accredited service in line ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch Model 1500, circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 serial #.2 million circa 1965. Featuring a 34mm diameter Oyster case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal and with an original s...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Paul Newman Daytona Chronograph Wristwatch Circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in Paris, FR
Rolex stainless steel Paul Newman Daytona chronograph wristwatch, manual-wind with black dial and silvered subsidiary dials.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 1002, circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K YG Oyster Perpetual ref 1005 serial # 1.0 million circa 1965 complete with original box and large chronometer certificate.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 1.42 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch with Custom-Colored Dial circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Datejust, ref 1601, serial number 1.2 million, circa 1965. 36mm case with engine turned bezel and acrylic crystal.
Stainless Steel
Rolex SS Oyster Perpetual ref 1018 c. 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Oyster Perpetual ref 1018 large 36mm diameter case with smooth bezel serial #1.1 million circa 1965. Beautiful antique salmon dial with applied silver indexes and baton ha...
Stainless Steel
Rolex White Gold Black Pie Pan Dial Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1601, circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Rolex Datejust ref 1601 serial # 1.2 million circa 1965. Featuring 36mm diameter Oyster case with 14K white gold fluted bezel, and acrylic crystal. With a stunning original m...
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Ref 1601 Stainless Steel and 14 Karat Gold “Tropical”, circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Datejust ref 1601 serial # 1.21 million circa 1965. Full size man’s 36mm diameter case with 14K white gold fluted bezel and acrylic crystal with a richly patin...
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Tudor Stainless Steel Oysterdate Wristwatch, circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in Newport Beach, CA
This incredible piece looks and runs as though it was just made last month, not 48 years ago. Just in from the estate of the original owner, and has been in a safe for the last four ...
Stainless Steel
Sold
W 1.58 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch with Gilt Dial Ref 5513 circa 1965
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Submariner wristwatch, Ref. 5513, serial number 1.2 million, circa 1965, with very pleasing original gilt SWISS T
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1989 Rolex Datejust Two Tone Automatic Watch Ref 16233
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex’s enduring Datejust design is presented here in a refined two tone configuration, pairing stainless steel with warm yellow gold for a classic and versatile wristwatch. This vin...
18k Gold, 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
Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King With Custom Orange Dial 1970's
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: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 40mm Length X 34mm ...
Stainless Steel
$7,495 / set
Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust 16233 36mm Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16233 Serial: L88**** Year: 1989 Model: Rolex Datejust Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Jubilee Bezel: 18...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date 40mm Black Dial Stainless Steel Automatic Men Watch 168000
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Submariner Black Dial Steel Men's Watch 168000 Box Papers. Automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40.0 mm in diameter. Stainless steel dive bezel with black inse...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial circa, 1970's 80'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: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diameter 35m...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady's Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 179178, circa 2002
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Rolex lady's 18k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 179178, circa 2002, cream-colored textured dial with gold Roman numerals. The dial has a pattern on it that is hard to photogra...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner Date 41mm 126610LN
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 41mm Submariner Date in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial, complemented by a black ceramic unidirectional rotatable bezel with 60-minute graduations coated in platinum. ...
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 Steel Datejust with Rare Original Charcoal Dial from, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Steel 18k Yellow Gold Wimbledon Dial Automatic Watch 126233
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Original Box and Papers are Included. Covered by 3-year Chronostore Warranty. Details: Brand Rolex Type Wristwatch Department Men Model Number 126233 Country/Region of Manuf...
$12,200
W 1.58 in L 1.58 in
1996 Rolex Submariner Date 16610 Stainless Steel Tritium Dial Automatic 40mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Definitive Modern Diver Silhouette The reference 16610 is the bridge between the vintage tool watch era and modern luxury Rolex. Produced for over twenty years, it represents th...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Air King with Black Finish and Custom Made 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: Length 39mm x Diam...
Stainless Steel
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
Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch with Original Black Dial, circa 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 3...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Black Dial circa, 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 3...
Stainless Steel
1981 Rolex Datejust 31 President 6827 18K Yellow Gold Watch White Roman #24681
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold President Datejust 31 Watch Model: 6827 Serial: 6703098 This elegant Rolex midsize watch is set in solid 18K gold. 31mm case with fluted bezel White ro...
18k Gold
Rolex President Datejust 69178 Ladies 26mm Ruby Diamond Dial 18K Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex President Oyster Perpetual Datejust 69178 factory ruby and diamond dial in 18k yellow gold. Fluted bezel with string diamond and ruby hour markers. Complete with the original...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Birkin Limited Edition 35 Diamond Bordeaux Porosus Crocodile Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exceptional limited edition Hermes Birkin 35 Diamond Porosus Crocodile bag featured in stunning jewel-toned Bordeaux. This rare masterpiece features 18K White Go...
$8,955Sale Price|20% Off
L 6.5 in
Baume & Mercier 18k Gold Diamond & Gemstone Multi Strand Pearl Watch Bracelet
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Bezel Stones:-- (85) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant & Marqise Cut - Pavé & Prong Set - E/F Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 1.98ctw (approx.) (6) Natural Genuine Emera...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Certified 4.97ct Fancy Light Yellow Old Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique 4.97ct old cushion cut diamond three stone ring set in 18k yellow gold and platinum. The ring is centrally set with a stunning antique old cushion cut diamond wh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GUCCI Limited Edition Exotic Lizard Satin Flora Print Horsebit Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
RARE GUCCI FLORAL FLORA PRINT SIGNATURE HORSEBIT BAG DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years Timeless classic - a true beauty! Loved by many celebritie...
Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne Bag Black Matte Alligator Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne bag presented in classic Black Matte Alligator. Timeless and chic, this gorgeous Kelly bag only grows more beautiful as it ages, showcas...
Cartier Diabolo Pave Diamond Yellow Gold Quartz Wristwatch 1450
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold 15ct Pave Diamond Diabolo Wristwatch by Cartier 1450. With Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 15ct Brand: Cartier Style Numb...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
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 sign of wear with slight polish from previous; inner case back stamped 1680 IV.70 Di...
Steel, 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 Small Crown Gilt Black Dial 6205 Steel Automatic Watch 1954
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: 6205 Year: 1954 Serial number: 21xxx Reference: OT1504 Model 6204 as the first small crown submariner produced in 1953, guarantee depth rate 100 meters. ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the museum vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, One of the rarest and only diamonds of its size and color. Please inquire for details.
Blue Diamond
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Gold Men's Bracelet Watch with Gold Dial, from 1973
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Cie. STYLE / REFERENCE: Men's Oval Bracelet Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold CIRCA: 1973 DIMENSIONS: Length 35mm X Diameter 30mm MOVEMENT / ...
Rolex Presidential 18kt Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 68278
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Presidential 18kt Gold Champagne Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel 68278 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratches or blem...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
PATEK PHILIPPE Nautilus Vintage watch steel/yellow gold and diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, England
PATEK PHILIPPE Nautilus Vintage Lady steel/yellow gold 18k with factory diamonds. Ladies' wrist watch, ref. 4700/52. Stainless steel/yellow gold 18K, case number 2876844, bezel set ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Steel
Rare GUCCI Iconic Golden GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse with Bamboo Handles
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A limited edition bag by Gucci From the early 2000s years A signature piece in the famous GG Monogram Beautiful beaded Gucci bag in golden color Gucci Bamboo design handles and closu...
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.