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World Time Wrist Watch

Vintage Tissot Navigator World Time Automatic Wrist Watch
Vintage Tissot Navigator World Time Automatic Wrist Watch

Vintage Tissot Navigator World Time Automatic Wrist Watch

By Tissot

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa mid 1950s Tissot Navigator, World Time Wrist Watch, 36 M.M. 3 piece case with Gold Filled top and Water Resistant Stainless Steel back.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled, Stainless Steel

Citron Sports World Time Swiss Manual Watch. Chocolate Dial, Engine Turned Bezel
Citron Sports World Time Swiss Manual Watch. Chocolate Dial, Engine Turned Bezel

Citron Sports World Time Swiss Manual Watch. Chocolate Dial, Engine Turned Bezel

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Citron Sports 5 is electronically tested & water protected It features: - World Time function, - 42mm Stainless Steel Case, with eye-catching Engine Turned Bezel - Strik...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Seiko Steel World Time Watch circa, 1970's in excellent Original Condition
Seiko Steel World Time Watch circa, 1970's in excellent Original Condition

Seiko Steel World Time Watch circa, 1970's in excellent Original Condition

By Seiko

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Seiko Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: World time / Tonneau Shape METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Width 46mm ...

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Vintage 1970s Japanese Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe World Time 18K White Gold Opaline Dial Automatic Watch 7130G-001
Patek Philippe World Time 18K White Gold Opaline Dial Automatic Watch 7130G-001

Patek Philippe World Time 18K White Gold Opaline Dial Automatic Watch 7130G-001

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Patek Philippe Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 7130G-001 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model: Patek Philippe World Time Vintag...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Patek Philippe World Time 18K White Gold Opaline Dial Automatic Watch 7130G-001
Patek Philippe World Time 18K White Gold Opaline Dial Automatic Watch 7130G-001

Patek Philippe World Time 18K White Gold Opaline Dial Automatic Watch 7130G-001

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Patek Philippe Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 7130G-001 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model: Patek Philippe World Time Vintag...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Jacob & Co. 5-Time Zone Diamond "The World is Yours" Black PVD Watch
Jacob & Co. 5-Time Zone Diamond "The World is Yours" Black PVD Watch

Jacob & Co. 5-Time Zone Diamond "The World is Yours" Black PVD Watch

Located in New York, NY

As part of our iconic and heritage timepieces, the Five Time Zone World Is Yours Collection represents the groundbreaking pieces that sparked a revolution in watch design. They inspi...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

PVD-Coated, Stainless Steel

Movado Series 800 GMT World Time Quartz Men’s Watch Ref. 14-1-36-1207
Movado Series 800 GMT World Time Quartz Men’s Watch Ref. 14-1-36-1207

Movado Series 800 GMT World Time Quartz Men’s Watch Ref. 14-1-36-1207

By Movado

Located in New York, NY

A bold and modern Movado Series 800 GMT men’s wristwatch featuring a brushed black dial accented with rose gold-tone hands, markers, and a 24-hour inner ring. The outer world time be...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5930G 2019 Papers
Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5930G 2019 Papers

Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5930G 2019 Papers

By Patek Philippe

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Patek Philippe World Time 5930G-010 Men's Watch This exquisite watch features a 39.5mm case made of 18K white gold, complemented by a smooth 18K white gold bezel.

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 1996 Ebel Voyager World Time 34505540 Steel Globe Dial Auto 38mm
Vintage 1996 Ebel Voyager World Time 34505540 Steel Globe Dial Auto 38mm

Vintage 1996 Ebel Voyager World Time 34505540 Steel Globe Dial Auto 38mm

By Ebel

Located in New York, NY

While many world time watches leaned into a purely tool-watch aesthetic, the Voyager offered a more refined approach.

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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tegrov World Time Chronograph with Date, 17 Jewel Manually Wound, c1970
Tegrov World Time Chronograph with Date, 17 Jewel Manually Wound, c1970

Tegrov World Time Chronograph with Date, 17 Jewel Manually Wound, c1970

Located in Canterbury, England

Our vintage and rare Tegrov world Time chronograph with date features a stainless steel 46mm (exc crown) case and is powered by a 17 jewel manually wound movement. Wonderfully retro,...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Breguet Hora Mundi "Europe" 5717BR, 44mm Case, 18K Rose Gold, World Time, Yr2012
Breguet Hora Mundi "Europe" 5717BR, 44mm Case, 18K Rose Gold, World Time, Yr2012

Breguet Hora Mundi "Europe" 5717BR, 44mm Case, 18K Rose Gold, World Time, Yr2012

By Breguet

Located in Canterbury, England

An exceptional watch, our Breguet Hora Mundi "Europe" reference 5717BR features a 44mm 18k rose gold case with world time complication, which allows rapid change between two memorize...

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2010s Wrist Watches

Cartier 8-Day World Time Clock, Lanvin Charles of the Ritz, 1964–71
Cartier 8-Day World Time Clock, Lanvin Charles of the Ritz, 1964–71

Cartier 8-Day World Time Clock, Lanvin Charles of the Ritz, 1964–71

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Here we have an ultra-rare Cartier 8-day World Time desk clock which has a custom inscription on the top reading “Lanvin-Charles Of The Ritz Inc 1964-1971” This exact clock was so...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Owned by Soccer Legend Daniel Passarella - FIFA 1978 World Cup Watch
Owned by Soccer Legend Daniel Passarella - FIFA 1978 World Cup Watch

Owned by Soccer Legend Daniel Passarella - FIFA 1978 World Cup Watch

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? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1918 Longines Tiffany & Co. Caliber 13.33 Mens World War I Military Chronograph
1918 Longines Tiffany & Co. Caliber 13.33 Mens World War I Military Chronograph

1918 Longines Tiffany & Co. Caliber 13.33 Mens World War I Military Chronograph

By Longines

Located in Suwanee, GA

While chronograph pocket watches were not uncommon at the time, the significance of having a chronograph that could be worn on the wrist and operated with only one hand cannot be ove...

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Vintage 1910s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

1943 Rolex Very Rare Lund & Blockley Oyster Aqua Vintage Mens Midsize World War
1943 Rolex Very Rare Lund & Blockley Oyster Aqua Vintage Mens Midsize World War

1943 Rolex Very Rare Lund & Blockley Oyster Aqua Vintage Mens Midsize World War

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? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5130G Men's Watch
Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5130G Men's Watch

Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5130G Men's Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5110G-001 Men Watch. 37mm 18K White Gold case.

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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5130G Men's Watch
Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5130G Men's Watch

Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5130G Men's Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5110G-001 Men Watch. 37mm 18K White Gold case.

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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe World Time 5130g
Patek Philippe World Time 5130g

Patek Philippe World Time 5130g

Unavailable

Dm 1.56 in

Patek Philippe World Time 5130g

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Patek Philippe World Time 5130g very good condition Watch only

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2010s European Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Girard Perregaux World Time Chronograph 4980 18 Karat Gold, Automatic Watch
Girard Perregaux World Time Chronograph 4980 18 Karat Gold, Automatic Watch

Girard Perregaux World Time Chronograph 4980 18 Karat Gold, Automatic Watch

By Girard Perragaux

Located in Miami, FL

Girard Perregaux World Time Chronograph in 18k on an original brown alligator strap with an original GP 18k gold tang buckle. Auto w/ subseconds, date, chronograph, dual time, world ...

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Early 2000s Modern Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe World Time 36mm 7130R
Patek Philippe World Time 36mm 7130R

Patek Philippe World Time 36mm 7130R

Unavailable

W 1.42 in L 1.42 in

Patek Philippe World Time 36mm 7130R

By Patek Philippe

Located in Surfside, FL

Patek Philippe World Time in 18k rose gold on a brown alligator strap. Auto w/ world time. 36 mm case size. Complete with box and papers. Ref 7130R. Circa 2019. Fine Pre-owned Patek ...

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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Unused Ernst Benz World Time 47mm GC10851
Unused Ernst Benz World Time 47mm GC10851

Unused Ernst Benz World Time 47mm GC10851

By Ernst Benz

Located in Surfside, FL

Ernst Benz ChronoFlite World-Timer watch in stainless steel on a black leather strap with deployant buckle. Auto w/ sweep seconds, date and world time. 47 mm case size. Unused with b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

GIRARD-PERREGAUX, WWTC Platinum Automatic World Time Chronograph
GIRARD-PERREGAUX, WWTC Platinum Automatic World Time Chronograph

GIRARD-PERREGAUX, WWTC Platinum Automatic World Time Chronograph

By Girard Perregaux

Located in New York City, NY

Up for sale is a GIRARD-PERREGAUX, WWTC
PLATINUM AUTOMATIC WORLD TIME CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE DISPLAY, LIMITED EDITION OF 10
NO. 07/10, CIRCA 2007
Calib...

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Swiss Wrist Watches

Certified Authentic Girard Perragaux World Time 17280, White Dial
Certified Authentic Girard Perragaux World Time 17280, White Dial

Certified Authentic Girard Perragaux World Time 17280, White Dial

By Girard Perregaux

Located in Miami, FL

Girard Perragaux World Time Reference #:49805. Girard Perregaux World Time Chronograph in 18k on an original brown alligator strap with an original GP 18k gold tang buckle. Auto w/ s...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Girard Perregaux White Gold World Time Chronograph GMT Automatic Wristwatch
Girard Perregaux White Gold World Time Chronograph GMT Automatic Wristwatch

Girard Perregaux White Gold World Time Chronograph GMT Automatic Wristwatch

By Girard Perregaux

Located in Dallas, TX

Girard Perregaux World Time Model 49805.53.151 Pre Owned Mens Automatic World Time Chronograph and GMT Men's wrist watch.

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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Girard Perragaux World Time 49805, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
Girard Perragaux World Time 49805, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

Girard Perragaux World Time 49805, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Girard Perregaux

Located in Miami, FL

Girard Perragaux World Time Reference #:49805. Girard Perregaux World Time Chronograph in 18k on an original brown alligator strap with an original GP 18k gold tang buckle. Auto w/ s...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Men’s Concord C1 World Time 01.6.39.1015
Men’s Concord C1 World Time 01.6.39.1015

Men’s Concord C1 World Time 01.6.39.1015

By Concord Watch

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: mechanical, self winding Function: hours, minutes, seconds, date indication, city indication, time-zone indication on main disk Case: 47mm carbon treated steel case, sapphi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe World Time Complications Watch 5230R-012
Patek Philippe World Time Complications Watch 5230R-012

Patek Philippe World Time Complications Watch 5230R-012

By Patek Philippe

Located in Southampton, PA

The Patek Philippe World Time Complications Watch, reference number 5230R-012, is a watch for anyone with global influence. This timepiece’s 3mm case is crafted from 18K Rose Gold ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Squadra World Time Watch 230.2.45
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Squadra World Time Watch 230.2.45

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Squadra World Time Watch 230.2.45

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in Dallas, TX

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Squadra World Time Watch 230.2.45 - Automatic movement. Rose Gold Case ( 35 x 50 mm ). Black dial with silver-toned hands and Arabic hour markers. Leather st...

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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

JAEGER-LECOULTRE Gold World Time Memovox Watch 39mm
JAEGER-LECOULTRE Gold World Time Memovox Watch 39mm

JAEGER-LECOULTRE Gold World Time Memovox Watch 39mm

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in New York City, NY

Very rare and unusual world time wristwatch by Jaeger-LeCoultre in 18K gold. It features a "bumper" automatic movement and a world time indicator function. Much more rare and unusual...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Girard Perregaux GP 90 World Time Automatic Watch 1010
Girard Perregaux GP 90 World Time Automatic Watch 1010

Girard Perregaux GP 90 World Time Automatic Watch 1010

By Girard Perregaux

Located in Southampton, PA

Rarely you'll see a watch as fascinating as GP 90. From the 1990s is this Girard Perregaux GP 90 World Time Automatic Men's Watch 1010. It features a 24-city ring on a bidirectional...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Girard Perregaux Rose Gold World Time Chronograph Watch 49860D52A
Girard Perregaux Rose Gold World Time Chronograph Watch 49860D52A

Girard Perregaux Rose Gold World Time Chronograph Watch 49860D52A

By Girard Perregaux

Located in Southampton, PA

The eternally stylish and luxuriously radiant combination of gold and diamonds is coupled with intriguing décor upon the dial to produce a truly magnificent allure in this gorgeous t...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Girard Perregaux Rose Gold World Time Chronograph Watch 49860D52A
Girard Perregaux Rose Gold World Time Chronograph Watch 49860D52A

Girard Perregaux Rose Gold World Time Chronograph Watch 49860D52A

By Girard Perregaux

Located in Southampton, PA

The eternally stylish and luxuriously radiant combination of gold and diamonds is coupled with intriguing décor upon the dial to produce a truly magnificent allure in this gorgeous t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle World Time Men's Watch 86060/00R
Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle World Time Men's Watch 86060/00R

Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle World Time Men's Watch 86060/00R

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Dallas, TX

Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle World Time Men's Watch 86060/00R - Automatic . 18K Rose gold ( 42 mm ). Silver dial with silvered tone zone with names of cities printed in black ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe 5230G World Time Complications White Gold Watch
Patek Philippe 5230G World Time Complications White Gold Watch

Patek Philippe 5230G World Time Complications White Gold Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Patek Philippe Model 5230G World Time Complications. Manufactured in 2021. 18k White Gold, 39 millimeter case with sapphire crystal glass and case back. Patek Philippe 240 HU movemen...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Breitling Rose Gold Transocean Chronograph Unitime World Time Watch
Breitling Rose Gold Transocean Chronograph Unitime World Time Watch

Breitling Rose Gold Transocean Chronograph Unitime World Time Watch

By Breitling

Located in Dallas, TX

Automatic winding; forward or backward time zone setting allowed without interrupting the time of chronograph operation. 18k rose gold case with smooth polished unidirectional rotati...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5230G Mens Watch Box Papers
Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5230G Mens Watch Box Papers

Patek Philippe Complications World Time 5230G Mens Watch Box Papers

By Patek Philippe

Located in Great Neck, NY

Patek Philippe World Time 5230G-014 Mens Watch. 39mm 18K white gold case. 18K white gold smooth bezel.

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Complications World Time White Gold Watch 5230G-001
Patek Philippe Complications World Time White Gold Watch 5230G-001

Patek Philippe Complications World Time White Gold Watch 5230G-001

By Patek Philippe

Located in Southampton, PA

The Patek Philippe World Time Watch, reference number 5230G-001, is perfect for world travelers. This watch pairs a black alligator strap with a 18K white gold 39mm case and a fixe...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Squadra World Time Watch 231.T.50
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Squadra World Time Watch 231.T.50

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Squadra World Time Watch 231.T.50

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in Dallas, TX

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Squadra World Time Watch 231.T.50 - Automatic movement. Black ceramic on titanium ( 36 x 52 mm ) . Black dial with silver-toned hands and Arabic hour markers...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Platinum Complications World Time Watch 5131/1P-001
Patek Philippe Platinum Complications World Time Watch 5131/1P-001

Patek Philippe Platinum Complications World Time Watch 5131/1P-001

By Patek Philippe

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 39.5 mm platinum World Time with complications by Patek Philippe. Featuring a silver dial with a cloisonne enamel centre. The dial itself features a 24-hour display and the time of...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Patek Philippe 5230G-014 World Time Complications White Gold Watch
Patek Philippe 5230G-014 World Time Complications White Gold Watch

Patek Philippe 5230G-014 World Time Complications White Gold Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in New York, NY

Patek Philippe Model 5230G-014 World Time Complications. Manufactured in 2021. 18k White Gold, 39 millimeter case with sapphire crystal glass and case back. Patek Philippe 240 HU mov...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Vacheron Constantin Overseas World Time Steel Automatic Watch 7700V/110A-B172
Vacheron Constantin Overseas World Time Steel Automatic Watch 7700V/110A-B172

Vacheron Constantin Overseas World Time Steel Automatic Watch 7700V/110A-B172

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in New York, NY

Vacheron Constantin Overseas World Time Steel Automatic Watch 7700V/110A-B172 This Beautiful Timepiece is Powered by Mechanical (Automatic) Movement And Features: Round Stainless Ste...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Squadra World Time Titanium Black Dial Watch Q702T670
Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Squadra World Time Titanium Black Dial Watch Q702T670

Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Squadra World Time Titanium Black Dial Watch Q702T670

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Jaeger-LeCoultre Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: Q702T670 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model: Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Vintag...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

Breitling Transocean Unitime World Time Automatic Men’s Watch AB0510U4/BE84-152A
Breitling Transocean Unitime World Time Automatic Men’s Watch AB0510U4/BE84-152A

Breitling Transocean Unitime World Time Automatic Men’s Watch AB0510U4/BE84-152A

By Breitling

Located in New York, NY

This never been worn Breitling Transocean AB0510U4/BE84-152A is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a stainless steel ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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World Time Wrist Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact world time wrist watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Stainless Steel, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 10 vintage or 55 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect world time wrist watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a world time wrist watch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Patek Philippe, Girard Perregaux and Jaeger-LeCoultre are consistently popular. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a world time wrist watch, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a World Time Wrist Watch?

The price for a world time wrist watch starts at $799 and tops out at $135,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $18,000.

Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

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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