$3,896
H 1.23 in Dm 1.03 in
1981 Ladies Stainless Steel Rolex Datejust 26mm Oyster Bracelet Watch Ref. 6718
By Rolex
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous unisex Rolex Datejust is from 1981 and reference 6718. The automatic self-winding
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
18k Gold
1981 Rolex Oyster Precision Oman Red Khanjar Ref. 6426
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
to some of the rarest watches in the world. He was an avid collector of watches and he was a very
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1981 Piaget Protocole 18K YG 74101 Quartz Black Dial 25mm
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
that provides a level of visual depth rarely seen in thin dress watches. The integration of the 18k
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1981 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 26MM Stainless Steel & 18KT YG Ref. 6719
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
A refined two-tone classic from the early 1980s, this Vintage 1981 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 6719
Diamond, Stainless Steel
1981 Rolex Day-Date 36 18039 18K White Gold Silver Dial Automatic 36mm
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Clean Execution This 1981 example is built around the timeless combination of a white gold case and a
18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Rolex Air-King Reference 5500 Stainless Steel Watch, 1981
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1981 Vintage Rolex Air-King Ref. 5500 Stainless Steel watch with Original Silver Dial with Applied
Rolex Women's President 18k Yellow Gold OPDJ 6917 Diamond Dial 1981
By Rolex
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Rolex Women's President 18k Yellow Gold OPDJ 6917 Diamond Dial 1981 Case #6917 Serial #70141XX
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex GMT Master 18k YG Black Dial Rare Vintage circa 1981 Model
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
ROLEX GMT MASTER REF. #16758 18K YG W/ BLACK BEZEL AND DIAL RARE VINTAGE 1981 MODEL ITEM
Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies Diamond Dial Bezel 18K Day Date President
By Rolex
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
watch is from 1980-1981 and is in very good condition consisted with its age.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1981 Rolex Air King 5500 Silver Dial 34mm Watch Stainless #25018
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Rolex Air King Model: 5500 Serial: 6559514 Stainless steel case - 34mm in diameter Silver
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe 18Kt. Gold Quartz Bracelet Watch from 1981 with Original Document
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1981 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 32mm X 27mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Patek
1981 Rolex Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Watch 6917 Jubilee Band 26mm #20298
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Model: 6917 Serial: 6773423 This Rolex ladies Datejust is set
18k Gold
1981 Rolex Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Watch 6917 Jubilee Band 26mm #20298
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Rolex Model: 6917 Serial: 6773423 This Rolex ladies Datejust is set
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Red Dial Oyster Perpetual Watch, circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
original parts will fit it. This watch still has the original Oyster bracelet as well. Produced around 1981
Stainless Steel
1981 Rolex Cellini 18 Karat Gold Ladies Model 4360
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
to a 7" wrist c.1981 Stephanie Windsor guarantees the proper functioning of this watch mechanism for
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Must de Cartier Tank Burgundy Dial Manual Wind Vermeil 1981
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
watch runs strongly and reliably, backed by a 12-month warranty. This piece comes as a complete set
Vermeil, Silver
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Oyster Perpetual self-winding Wristwatch, circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
. 18038. Made circa 1981. Fine, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, 18K yellow gold wristwatch
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ladies Rolex 1981 Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch With Leather Strap
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Datejust 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch is from 1981. The black dial has diamond markers. The watch is in
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 0.91 in W 0.91 in
1981 Rolex King Midas Cellini Hobnail Dial Unpolished Ref. 4312/8 (with Papers)
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Rolex’s dedicated dress watch range, competing with the likes of Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Vacheron
Gold, 18k Gold
Rare Rolex Cellini Ref 4170, 18k Yellow Gold, circa 1981, Superb Condition
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
leather strap with gold tang buckle (stamped 750). A wonderful dress watch, the case has an engine turned
Yellow Gold
Rare Rolex Cellini Ref 4170, 18k Yellow Gold, circa 1981, Superb Condition
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
leather strap with gold tang buckle (stamped 750). A wonderful dress watch, the case has an engine turned
Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Air King Custom Dial Original Oyster Bracelet from 1980 or 1981
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Ref. 5500 METAL / MATERIAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 6917
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
moderate slack . This watch was produced in 1981. This watch comes with a Chronostore presentation box and
Sold
H 1.03 in W 0.44 in Dm 1.03 in
Vintage Rolex Date 26mm White Gold Steel White Dial Ladies Automatic Watch 6917
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. The watch was produced in 1981. No original box and papers.
Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 6542 Fully Restored by Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
in 1981. The watch is accompanied by numerous documents from the Rolex service department detailing
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Sea Dweller 1665 Stainless Steel Creamy Patina, 1981
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1665 Serial: 6752*** Year: 1981 Model: Sea Dweller Case Material
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Sea Dweller 1665 Stainless Steel Creamy Patina, 1981
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1665 Serial: 6752*** Year: 1981 Model: Sea Dweller Case Material: Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Date Ref. 1500 Original Black Dial from 1981
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Ref. 1500 METAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Air King with Custom Dial and Original Oyster Bracelet from 1980 or 1981
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
an original Rolex box as well. The watch was produced in 1980 or 1981 and a perfect gift for someone
Rolex Air King with Custom Dial and Original Oyster Bracelet from 1980 or 1981
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
an original Rolex box as well. The watch was produced in 1980 or 1981 and a perfect gift for someone
Sold
H 0.4 in W 0.52 in Dm 1.03 in
Rolex Date Steel Custom Diamond Bezel Silver Dial Ladies Watch 6917
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
watch was produced in 1981. This watch comes with a Chronostore presentation box and authenticity card
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Perpetual Calendar Moonphase Wristwatch Ref 3450
By Patek Philippe
Located in Miami Beach, FL
yellow gold from the 1980s. There were approximately 240 of these watches ever produced between 1981 and
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Date Automatic Reference 15000 Watch, 1981
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1981 Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Ref. 15000 Two Tone 14k Yellow Gold Quick Set
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 16013 Two-Tone Watch, 1981
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1981 Vintage Rolex Datejust Ref. 16013 Two Tone 18k Yellow Gold Fluted Bezel and Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Date Automatic Reference 15000 Stainless Steel Watch, 1981
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1981 Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Automatic Ref. 15000 Quick Set Date Stainless Steel watch
Vintage Rolex Date Automatic Reference 15000 Two-Tone Watch, 1981
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1981 Vintage Rolex Date Automatic Reference 15000. 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel case. Fluted
Rolex Yellow Gold Date Wristwatch Ref 15307 1981
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
rare Oyster riveted band. Case measures approximately 34 mm in width. 1981. This watch includes a
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1981 Rolex GMT-Master Yellow Gold 16758 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Vintage * *Complete with: Box Only dated 1981 *Case Size: 40mm *Strap: 18K Yellow Gold Jubilee
Yellow Gold
1981 Rolex GMT-Master Yellow Gold 16758 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Vintage * *Complete with: Box Only dated 1981 *Case Size: 40mm *Strap: 18K Yellow Gold Jubilee
Yellow Gold
1981 Rolex Daytona Stainless Steel 6263 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Vintage * *Complete with: Box, Manuals & Guarantee dated 8th July 1981 *Case Size: 37mm *Strap
Stainless Steel
Rolex Cellini Reference 4105 in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, 1981
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1981 Vintage Rolex Cellini Ref. 4105 18k Yellow Gold watch with Original Black Dial with Applied
1981 Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel 16030 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Vintage * *Complete with: Xupes Presentation Pouch & Guarantee dated 8th April 1981 *Case Size
Stainless Steel
Certified 1981 Rolex Datejust 6916 Mother of Pearl Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Date Reference #:6916. . Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.
Tudor Blue “Snowflake” Submariner with Date Ref# 94100, circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Tudor blue dial “Snowflake” Submariner with date ref# 94110, serial number 953,xxx , circa 1981
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
, circa 1981. 34mm case with fluted bezel, acrylic crystal and beautiful original dial with applied
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1981 Vacheron Constantin Vintage Yellow Gold 44005 Wristwatch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Vintage * *Complete with: Box & Guarantee dated 31st October 1981 *Case Size: 31mm by 31mm
Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Onyx Dial Datejust Self Winding Wristwatch, circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A beautiful condition scarce Rolex 18K gold Datejust ref# 16018 circa 1981 with factory Onyx dial
18k Gold
ROLEX Steel GMT circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS GMT ref 16750 serial #6.7 million circa 1981 transitional model with beautiful condition
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Datejust Tropical Dial self winding wristwatch Ref 16030, c 1981
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Rolex Datejust ref 16030 serial # 7.2 million circa 1981. Featuring 36mm diameter Oyster
Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold Tiffany & Co. Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14K Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co Oyster Perpetual Date ref 15037 serial #6.7 million circa 1981
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Date with Blue Speckled Dial and Stainless Oyster Bracelet, circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
1981 This timepiece was recently serviced and authenticated by a Rolex certified watchmaker.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Tiger's Eye Day Date President Wristwatch Ref 18038 1981
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A great looking man’s 18K Rolex Day Date President ref 18038 serial# 7.0 million circa 1981 with
18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Day Date President self-winding wristwatch Ref 18038, c 1981
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex ref# 18038 18K YG Day Date President serial# 6.6 million circa 1981. Featuring 36mm diameter
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Gmt-Master ref 16750 circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS GMT ref #16750 transitional model 6.6 million production number circa 1981 with calibre
Stainless Steel
Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref# 16808 transitional model c.1981
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K YG Submariner ref # 16808 early transitional model 7.0 million production circa 1981 with
ROLEX Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Ref 5500 circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Airking Ref 5500, serial 6.5 million, circa 1981. Custom
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Submariner ref # 5513 serial #6.7 million circa 1981
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Submariner ref # 5513 serial #6.7 million circa 1981 with matte black dial with patina'd
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel GMT-MASTER ref #16750 transitional model c. 1981
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS GMT ref #16750 transitional model serial # 6.6 million circa 1981with vintage style matte black dial with ivory luminous indexes and hands, acrylic and popular red and blue ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16013, Silver Dial, Certified and Warranty
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust Reference #:16013. Rolex Datejust 36 mm Two Tone Silver Automatic Leather Watch
Certified Rolex Date 15010 with Band and White Dial
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
: 1981. Comes with a watch presentation box, 1 year warranty, appraisal report for insurance
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch Ref 18308 circa 1980s
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
President bracelet with hidden clasp. Case measures approximately 36 mm in width. Circa 1981. This watch
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 18 Karat Gold Ladies Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Green Stella Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
makes a statement. This 26mm watch (reference 6917) from 1981 has an automatic movement, acrylic crystal
18k Gold
Cartier Diamond ‘Nigeria’ Eternity Wide Band Ring in 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
A lavish Cartier diamond eternity wide band ring from the famed ‘Nigeria’ collection sparkles with over 7 carats of resplendent diamonds impeccably set in 18 karat white gold. The ri...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Vintage 1958 Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 2573
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional vintage 1958 Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 2573 is a timeless representation of the brand’s commitment to elegance and precision. The watch is housed in a classic 33...
18k Gold
Boucheron Montre Reflets Grand Modele quartz Diamants Yellow Gold Watch
By Boucheron
Located in PARIS, FR
Boucheron Reflet collection watch, Large Model format, in 18-carat yellow gold, quartz movement, brilliant-cut diamond indexes, yellow gold bracelet, 6 additional bracelets, includin...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$504Sale Price / set|20% Off
W 0.2 in L 0.26 in
Deep Green Octagon emerald Stud Earrings Set in 18k Solid Yellow Gold Settings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Deep Green Octagon emerald Stud Earrings Set in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look. You shall need stud earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a ...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$39,988Sale Price|20% Off
CARTIER Paris Art Deco Enameled Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Gemstone
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco ring designed by Cartier. This is a magnificent art deco ring, created in Paris France and designed by the jewelry house of Cartier. This colorful cocktail ring is very ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Cartier Santos De Cartier Chronograph Two Tone Custom Diamond Watch W2SA0008
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Series: Santos Model: W2SA0008 Case Diameter: 44 mm Bracelet: 18k yellow gold / stainless steel Bezel: Custom diamond set Dial: Silver Carat Weight: 30.00 carats in ...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dial with Gold Baton Markers 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 41mm X Diameter 3...
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
$106,818
H 0.28 in Dm 0.61 in
Vintage Platinum Audemars Piguet Haute Joaillerie Diamond Tennis Bracelet Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Antwerp, BE
StunningHigh Yewellery Platinum Tennis bracelet / watch Audemars Piguet. Calibre: 2426 Diamonds: The bracelet has together 16,2 carat diamonds. D color Internally Flawless Materi...
Diamond, Platinum
1989 Rolex Day Date Pavee Dial With Sapphires Ref. 18388
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Diamonds & Sapphires - Here's a very glamorous Day Date 18388 in yellow gold. With factory diamond setting on the bezel as well as on the lugs. The watch features a beautiful Pavee d...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exceptional Hermès Gold Silver Coin Purse Chainmail Wallet
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Chainmail Coin Purse Vintage item, made of flowing meshes Made of yellow gold and silver "HERMES PARIS", serial number, craftman's hallmark and 75...
1997 Rolex Day Date Petroleum Blue Dial Ref. 18239 (with Papers)
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
Petroleum Blue Here's a superb example of a Rolex Day Date 18239 in white gold dating back to 1996. The watch is overall in great condition with sharp edges and lugs that show fact...
18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold 6.55cts Bezel Set Men's Colombian Emerald Solitaire Gypsy Signet Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a stunning, Colombian emerald signet bezel ring in 18K yellow gold. This gorgeous statement-size solitaire ring carries a 6.55-carat ethically mined emerald in a secure ...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Datejust Ruby Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Timeless Elegance: Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173 Experience the perfect blend of luxury and sophistication with the Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173. Designed for women who appreciate timeless...
Diamond, Ruby
PATEK PHILIPPE for TIFFANY & Co. Vintage 18k Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning watch from the Retro (ca1960s) era by legendary watchmaker Patek Phillipe for Tiffany and Co.! Crafted in 18k vibrant yellow gold, the piece features an intricately woven,...
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Tortue Watch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds and a navy blue leather alligator strap. Signed by Cartier 28mm face Model #2644
Diamond, 18k Gold
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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The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
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This model was designed for lefties.
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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.