Rolex vintage Oysterdate Steel Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1967 Rolex Oyster Date Reference 6694 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 Piece Oyster
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Steel
Rolex vintage Oysterdate Steel Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1967 Rolex Oyster Date Reference 6694 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 Piece Oyster
Steel
Rolex Vintage Ref 1038 Steel and 18k Zephyr Bezel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1967 Rolex Reference 1038 Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. 3 piece Stainless Steel case with 18k Zephyr
18k Gold, Steel
Stainless Steel Air-King Rolex Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A true vintage classic, this 1967 Rolex Air-King Ref. 5500 offers understated sophistication with a
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Oval Chameleon Precision 18k WG Fluted Case 1967
By Rolex
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Rolex Oval Chameleon – Precision – 18k White Gold – Fluted Case – 1967 Offered by Classic Time Club
Rolex Stainless Steel with Machined Bezel and Original Bracelet from 1967
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1007 METAL
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust from 1967 with Original Dial and Dauphine Hands
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1601 METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Custom Finished Red Dial from 1967
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel with Machined Bezel and Black Alligator Strap from 1967
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1007 METAL
Genuine 18k Rolex Orchid Watch. 18k WG Ladies 2247 Dainty 1960s Ladies Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
18k White Gold Rolex Orchid Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1967 Dainty 16mm Case
18k Gold, White Gold
$8,119
W 1.34 in L 1.64 in
1967 Tudor (Rolex) Prince Oysterdate Vintage Mens Ref. 7966 Watch - 18K Gold
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1967 TUDOR (Rolex) PRINCE OYSTERDATE Vintage Mens Ref. 7966 Watch - 18K Gold Rolex Case, Crown &
18k Gold
Rolex Vintage GMT-Master Pepsi Tropical Dial 1675
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
dated May 1967 and Rolex service papers.
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Stainless Steel Ref 1500, circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref 1500 circa 1967. Featuring 34mm diameter case with smooth bezel
Stainless Steel
Rolex White Gold Vintage Day-Date President 1803 Wristwatch, circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Band: Custom Leather Band Buckle: Stainless Steel Rolex Buckle Dial: Diamond Year: 1967
Diamond, 18k Gold
1967 Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 Silver Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
1967 Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601, featuring a 36mm stainless steel case complemented by an elegant 18K
Stainless Steel
1967 Rolex Day Date Platinum Arabic Hindi Dial Ref. 1804
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
the most important Rolexes made in this era for Middle Eastern clients. Specifications Brand: Rolex
Platinum
Pre-Owned C/1967 Rolex Gilt Dial Explorer Ref. #1016
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The history of this watch offers a unique opportunity for the Explorer collector. It was acquired from a US soldier who served in Vietnam. Look closely to notice the matte finish of ...
Steel
Vintage Rolex 18 Karat Yellow Gold Model 3736 c.1967
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1967 Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Square Case and Bracelet Model 3736 Serial 154XXX Manual Wind
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Date Stainless Steel Silver Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1967 Rolex oyster date 34mm watch. All original model 1500. Minor normal wear. Recently
Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Classic Oysterdate in New Condition from 1967
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Date METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless
Rolex Stainless Oyster Perpetual Datejust "Thunderbird" from 1967 Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust "Thunderbird
Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rolex stainless steel Explorer wristwatch, Ref. 1016, circa 1967, with beautiful case condition
Stainless Steel
Rolex Super Rare Stainless Steel Commando Wristwatch circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The Commando would have been among the least expensive Rolex models of its time, sold exclusively
Stainless Steel
Rolex White Gold Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1803 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in Firenze, IT
Rolex 18k white gold Day-Date automatic wristwatch with sweep center seconds, bracelet and rare
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
, circa 1967, band circa 1966 (this is not at all unusual for dates on Rolex parts to not line up
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Pepsi Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1675, 1967
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: COM996 Model Number: 1675 Serial Number: 191**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 1967
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Platinum and Diamond Day-Date Wristwatch Ref 1804 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Elegant and understated, even with the diamonds. This is a Ref. 1804 Rolex Day-Date in superb
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust w/ Rare Charcoal Roman Dial Watch circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / 1603 / Machined Bezel METAL
Rolex GMT Master ref 1675, 40mm Case, Jubilee Bracelet, Pepsi Dial. Year 1967.
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and very attractive Rolex GMT Master reference 1675 features a 40mm stainless steel
Rolex Submariner Meters First Gilt Gloss Stainless Steel Gents 5513, 1967
By Rolex
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: COM919 Model: 5513 Serial: 177**** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 25th March 1967
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch in "New Old Stock" Condition Ref 1601 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A clean and classic Rolex Ref. 1601 Datejust wristwatch in 18k yellow gold that has rarely, if ever
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel and 14kt Gold Rare Zephyr Model with Original Dial from 1967 or 1968
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Two Tone / Ref. 1008 METAL / MATERIAL
Rolex Stainless Steel DateJust Jubilee Men's Wristwatch R16021
By Rolex
Located in Stamford, CT
All original 1967 Men's Rolex DateJust. Original acrylic crystal and gray pie pan dial. Jubilee
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold Shell Self Winding Wristwatch Ref 1025, 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1967 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference 1024, 34 MM Gold Shell case with Stainless Steel Back
Gold-filled, Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Oyster Date Steel Manual Wind with Coral Color Dial
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1967 Rolex Oyster Date Reference 6694 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Oyster
Steel
Rolex yellow Gold Reference 1005 Self Winding Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1967 Rolex Reference 1005, 34 MM 14K yellow Gold Water proof Case, Caliber 1570, 26 jewel
14k Gold
Rolex Daytona Dial Without Tritium Wristwatch Ref 6239, circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in Vannes, FR
Rare Rolex Daytona Circa 1967. Movement Transition 722-1 and NON 22 Valjoux Dial Without Tritium
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Silver Dial circa, 1967
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Date with Custom Tiffany Blue Dial from 1967
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Date METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Rare Black Dial, 1967 or 1968
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Ref. 1501 METAL
Rolex Stainless Tudor Oyster Submariner, 1967 with Original Dial
By Tudor
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tudor By Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Submariner / 7928 METAL / MATERIAL
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Paul Newman Daytona Wristwatch Ref 6241 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is an exceptional example of a Rolex Cosmograph known as the Paul Newman Daytona. This is a
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date President Wristwatch Ref 1803 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a beautiful version of a Rolex Day-Date President, Ref. 1803, in 18k yellow gold from 1967
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Datejust Stainless Steel Watch, 1967
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1967 Vintage Rolex Datejust Ref. 1603 Stainless Steel watch with Stainless Steel Fluted Bezel with
Vintage Rolex Thunderbird Datejust Reference 1625 Watch, 1967
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1967 Vintage Rolex Datejust Ref. 1625 with Two Tone 14k Yellow Gold Thunderbird Turn-O-Graph Bezel
Rolex Rose Gold Bombe Wristwatch circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k rose gold Oyster Perpetual bombe wristwatch, Ref. 5018, circa 1967, 33 x 39mm case with
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 1601, serial number 1.0 million, circa 1964. 36mm
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Explorer Reference 5500 Stainless Steel Watch, 1967
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1967 Vintage Rolex Explorer Reference 5500. Original, but restored dial with luminous, markers
Vintage Rolex Explorer Reference 5500 Stainless Steel Watch, 1967
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1967 Vintage Rolex Explorer Reference 5500. Original, but restored dial with luminous, markers
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1603 Two-Tone Watch, 1967
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1967 Vintage Rolex Datejust Ref. 1603 Two Tone 14k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel watch with Black
Vintage Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 Two-Tone Watch, 1967
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1967 Vintage Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 Two Tone 14k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel watch with
Rolex Rose Gold Man's Datejust Wristwatch circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18K Rose Gold Datejust ref # 1601 serial 1.6 million circa 1967. 36mm diameter case with
Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Champagne Dial Day Date Wristwatch, 1967
By Rolex
Located in Epsom, Surrey
This Rolex has undergone a thorough inspection and service to ensure all aspects of the watch are
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5513 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage Rolex Submariner ref 5513 serial no 1.7 million circa 1967. Featuring 40mm diameter case
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Air King Reference 5500 Stainless Steel Watch, 1967
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1967 Vintage Rolex Air-King Reference 5500. Stainless Steel case, that measures in at 34mm wide
Rolex Daytona Stainless Steel Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 6239 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Daytona ref 6239 case serial # 1.6 million circa 1967. A very pleasing example of this
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Rref 1016 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Explorer wristwatch, Ref. 1016, circa 1967. 36mm diameter case with smooth
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Ref 1005 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 14k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual, Ref. 1005, serial 1.8 million, circa 1967. 34mm diameter
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5513 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Submariner wristwatch, Ref. 5513, serial number 1.6 million, circa 1967
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Pink Gold Day Date President Wristwatch circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex 18k pink gold Day Date President wristwatch, Ref. 1803, serial # 1.5 million, circa 1967
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5513 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Submariner wristwatch, Ref 5513, serial number 1.7 million, circa 1967. 39mm
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner Wristwatch Ref 5512 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel Submariner wristwatch, Ref. 5512, serial number 1.8 million, circa 1967
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Vintage 1967 Submariner No Date Stainless Steel Ref. 5513
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
BRAND NAME: Rolex REFERENCE: 5513 SERIES: Submariner No Date DIAL COLOR: Black
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Air-King Reference 5500 with a Blue Dial, 1967
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1967 Vintage Rolex Air-King Reference 5500. Stainless Steel case, that measures in at 34mm wide
ROLEX Steel Submariner ref. 5512 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex SS Submariner ref# 5512 1.8 million serial # circa 1967. Beautifully patina'd original matte
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex stainless steel GMT-Master wristwatch, Ref. 1675, serial 1.6 million, circa 1967. Very
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master Wristwatch Ref 1675 circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel GMT-Master ref 1675 serial no. 1.8 million circa 1967. Very pleasing vintage
Stainless Steel
Ladies Rolex Oyster Perpetual 18 Karat Yellow Gold on Strap, circa 1967
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Rolex is a feminine classic on a genuine alligator strap. Circa 1967. This timepiece was
18k Gold
Rolex 5513 Submariner No Date Steel Men’s Oyster Bracelet Watch 1967 Mint
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1967 Brand Rolex Ref # 5513 Dial Black Case Material Stainless Steel Case Size 40MM Bracelet ss oyster
Steel
$2,298Sale Price|20% Off
Dm 1.19 in
Baume et Mercier Yellow Gold 18 Carats Black Leather Strap Cushion Shape Watch
Located in Vannes, FR
Baume et Mercier Yellow Gold 18 Carats Black Leather Strap Cushion Watch - Brand: Baume & Mercier - Model: Cushion - Material: Solid 18K Yellow Gold - Gold Weight: 23.14 gr...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Vintage Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket Watch, 45 M.M. X 9 M.M. thick 18K Yellow Gold 3 piece hinged case with Gold inside Dust cover. 18 Jewel mechanical, Manual wind nickle lever movemen...
18k Gold
18k Chopard LUC Ladies Manual watch. Vintage Chopard 18k Yellow gold Watch.
By Chopard
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
This is a rare piece that does not come up for sale often. In fact, you will probably not see one like this for sale. Elegant and minimalistic wristwatch and bracelet. 18k Gold panth...
Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Cellini 18K White Gold Cellissima 26mm Dial Diamond Bezel 6671 Watch – a masterpiece that seamlessly fuses elegance and precision. This exquisite timepiece showcases a luxuriou...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Omega, De Ville Electronic men's wristwatch. Approx. 1970.
By Omega
Located in bronshoj, DK
Omega, De Ville Electronic men's wristwatch. Approximately 1970. The watch is running. With date display. In excellent condition. The steel bracelet is not original and needs cleanin...
1982 Rolex Lady Datejust 26MM 6917 Champagne Diamond Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Diameter: 26.00 mm Weight: 29.47 grams One ladies 18K yellow gold diamond ROLEX Swiss-made watch. The metal was tested an...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies President 69158 Factory Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel & Lugs 18K Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 69158 Serial: E443*** Year: 1990 Model: Ladies President Crown Collection Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Lugs Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Factory Diamo...
18k Gold
Rolex Day-Date President 118238 Champagne Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Rolex Day-Date President 118238 Mens Watch. 36mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. Champagne dial with gold hands and gold index hour markers. Minute markers ar...
18k Gold
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Dress Watch circa 1950 with Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold / Set with Vintage Rose Cut Stones .75Cts. CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZ...
18k Gold
Audemars Piguet 18Kt Solid Gold & Diamond Bezel Turler Ladies Watch circa 1970's
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Audemars Piguet STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 21mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manu...
18k Gold
Genuine Rolex Watch. Diamond Bezel 1975 Ladies Manual ROLEX 2611 Precision
By Rolex
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stainless Steel Rolex Precision Ladies mechanical Movement Wristwatch. Circa 1975. 1400 Caliber Rolex Movement Ref. 2611. Beautiful Watch. Manual Windup mechanism. Case and Brac...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$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 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Cellini Watch 1970s with Original Champagne Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Cellini / Reference 4082 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 29mm "Lug Tip to Lug...
18k Gold
Baume & Mercier Hampton Salmon Dial Stainless steel Watch Boxed
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: BAUME & MERCIER Model: HAMPTON Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case width: 25 mm. (without crown) x 40m...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Dial circa Late 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Late 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length ...
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Yellow Dial circa, 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 3...
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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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.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.