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Watches For Sale
Creator: Rolex
Creator: Mauboussin
Rolex Datejust New Style Custom Diamond Bezel Blue Roman Dial Oyster 116234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust New Style Custom Diamond Bezel Blue Roman Dial Oyster 116234
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Black Color String Accent Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Black Color String Accent Dial 68273
This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible...
Category
1990s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Black Color Dial with 8 + 2 Diamond Accent 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Vintage Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Black Color Dial with 8 + 2 Diamond Accent 68273
Category
1990s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 6917 Turquoise String Diamond Dial Oyster Band 1ct Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Turquoise String Diamond Dial & Custom 1ct Diamond Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band.
SKU 6917-SS-TRQ-STRD-BDS-OY...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Day Date President 40 18K Gold Index Black Dial Diamond Watch 228349RBR
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. 2023 Card. Comes with the manufacturer's box and papers.
* Free Shipping within the USA
* Five-year warranty coverage
* 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Submariner Date Red Dial Black PVD/DLC Stainless Steel Watch 116610LN
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Submariner Date Red Dial Black PVD/DLC Stainless Steel Watch 116610LN
Please note: This is never worn genuine Rolex watch that has been cu...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Reference 1500
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date reference 1500 is from 1977 and remains a timeless classic suitable for both men an...
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust II 41mm 18K White Gold Steel Silver Diamond Dial Men Watch 116334
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. Comes with the original box and papers.
General Information:
Brand: Rolex
Type: Wristwatch
Department: Men
Model Name: Rolex Datejust II 116334
Model Num...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel, Silver
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Black Roman Dial Automatic Men's Watch 116200
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned good condition. Comes with an original box and papers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Rare Slate Blue Dial from Early 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length ...
Category
1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watches
Rolex Rare Date Hammered Finished 1503
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A rare vintage Date by Rolex, in yellow gold. Featuring a champagne dial with a smooth finish bezel. Equipped with a yellow gold bracelet and a rare hammered finish which is bound by...
Category
20th Century Swiss Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 6917 White Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Oyster Band
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom White Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band.
SKU 6917-SS-WMOP-STRD-FLT-O...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Two Tone SS/YG Ladies Watch with Factory Ivory Dial 179173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
EXCELLENT CONDITION, TIGHT BAND. We are a premiere distributor of pre-owned and new watches, where we guarantee complete authenticity and corresponding aesthetic to all of our timepi...
Category
2010s European Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King With Custom Blue Dial from Early 70's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 5500
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm x Diameter 34mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 26 Jewels / Caliber 1500's
DIAL / HANDS: Custom Painted...
Category
1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller Double Red Vintage Stainless Steel Matte Black Mark III 1665
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A Rare Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual "Double Red Sea-Dweller" Vintage Men's Wristwatch, matte black Mark III dial with hour markers, date at 3 0'clock, a stainless steel bi-direct...
Category
20th Century Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Datejust 179174 Factory Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial Steel 18K Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 179174
Serial: D199***
Year: 2005
Model: Rolex Ladies Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel
Dial: Factory Rolex Tahitian...
Category
Early 2000s Watches
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Custom Made Dial from 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm ...
Category
1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Watches
Rolex 1950s Yellow Gold Honeycomb Precision Tear Drop Lugs Wristwatch 4514
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A 34mm 18k Yellow Gold Tear Drop Lugs Gents Wristwatch, honeycomb dial with applied 18k yellow gold index batons and arabic numbers at 3, 6, 9 and 12 0'clock, blue steel centre seconds hand, a fixed smooth 18k yellow gold bezel, a brand new black leather strap with a gold plated pin buckle (not by Rolex), plastic glass...
Category
1950s Unknown Vintage Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Watch Black Index Dial Diamonds Mens Jubilee Band 126300
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Watch Black Index Dial Diamond Bezel Mens Jubilee Band 126300
Unworn piece. Due to custom bezel sale comes with a Rolex box, Appraisal Certificate, In-house ...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Square Precision Yellow Gold 8726
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A vintage Square Precision in yellow gold by Rolex. Features a silver dial with a brick style pattern and small seconds at 6 o'clock. Fitted with mineral glass, a manual wind movemen...
Category
20th Century Swiss Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Stainless Steel Ladies Watch with Diamonds Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 26mm Stainless Steel Ladies Watch with Diamonds Pink Salmon Dial 176200
This watch is in like new condition. It has b...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
1973 Vintage Gent's Rolex Date Just 1601 Gray Silver Dial All Factory Original
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1973 Vintage Gent's Rolex Date Just Original factory bracelet tightened at %90
Model 1601
Bracelet 7.5 inch including the case, two tone, gold and steel marked 6252H14, tightened to...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watches
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Custom Deep Blue Dial, Diamond Markers, 1960s
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 39 X Diame...
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust With custom Diamond bezel SS Metallic Pink Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel SS Metallic Pink Diamond Dial Deployment buckle 68274
Category
1990s European Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Black Mother of Pearl Dial with Diamonds 16030
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36mm Black Mother Of Pearl Dial with Diamonds Deployment Band 16030
Category
1990s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady-Datejust 179174 Steel Silver Diamond Dial Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Listed images are actual pictures of the watch. We guarantee the watch you receive corresponds 100% to the model when viewed in person. We can confidently say, you will not be disapp...
Category
2010s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Date with Original Bracelet, Mid 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: Mid 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Watches
Rolex Day-Date 36mm 18238 18K Yellow Gold Watch Fluted Bezel Champagne Diamond
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and does not have any visible scratches or blemishes. Leather strap and gold plated buckle are custom aftermarket. The watch its...
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Custom Set Diamond Bezel Pink MOP Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Oyster Perpetual Datejust Custom Set Diamond Bezel Pink Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Watch 16030
Category
1990s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 116660
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A 44mm Deepsea 116660 Sea-Dweller in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial concealed by scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, complemented by a black ceramic unidirectional rota...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual with Rare Factory Original "Deep Sea" Dial 1956
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual "Deep Sea" / Reference 6532
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1956
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34...
Category
1950s Swiss Vintage Watches
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Custom Yellow Dial and Strap 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP String Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial 68273
This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced an...
Category
1990s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Sky-Dweller Steel 18K Yellow Gold BlacK Dial Automatic Mens Watch 326933
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Comes with the original box and papers.
General:
Brand: Rolex
Model: Sky-Dweller 326933
Type: Wristwatch
Department: Men's
Style: Luxury, Sport
Country of Manufacture: Switzerland
Vintage: No
Customized: No
Movement:
Movement Type: Mechanical (Automatic)
Movement Caliber: Rolex Caliber...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex Steel Datejust with Factory Original Dial Rare Polished Bezel 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / Reference 1600
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 36m...
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel 18k Gold Silver Index Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126333
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. The original box and papers are included.
Brand and Model Information:
Brand: Rolex
Model: Rolex Datejust 41
Model Number: 126333
T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel, 18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 278381RBR Stainless Steel Rose Gold Aubergine Purple Dial (2022)
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers this Rolex Datejust 278381RBR is a stunning blend of luxury and versatility, crafted from a combination of Oystersteel and 18k Everose gold. Its aubergine di...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Rose Gold
Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea D-Blue 126660
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
An unworn Deepsea Sea-Dweller in Oystersteel by Rolex, featuring a D-Blue dial under a domed scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. The stainless steel uni-directional rotatable bezel h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Custom Yellow Dial, 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 77080 Black Dial Ladies' Watch, Full Set, circa 1999
By Rolex
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless design this sophisticated Rolex ref 77080
is in mint condition,
dating from 1999.
The timepiece features an eternally popular & simply elegant Black Dial,
that's in immaculate condition,
adorned with striking silver-toned hands & baton numerals,
each with intact pearl at the end - a rarely found feature
At dial's edge there's a white minute track featuring Roman Numerals
Fitted with caliber 2230, 31 jewels Automatic Movement,
adjusted to 5 positions,
numbered 0005911
Of comfortable 31mm size,
Case is perfectly proportioned & performed in Stainless Steel
numbered 2040 on inside
with signed screw-down crown
Watch secures on a wrist with sturdy Rolex Oyster Bracelet,
that's in excellent condition &
signed deployment Clasp
Accompanied by Rolex guarantee certificate...
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date With Rare Engine Turned Bezel and Black Dial 1960's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1501
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1960
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 40mm Length X 3...
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Bronze Dial From 1978
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1978
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 35m...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Steel White Gold Bezel Black Diamond Dial Watch 126334 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Original box and papers are included.
* Free Shipping within the USA
* Two-year warranty coverage
* 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the watch's a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Ladies Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Black MOP Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Black MOP Mother Of Pearl Dial with Diamonds 69173
This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and ...
Category
1990s European Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Submariner Date White Gold 126619LB
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
An unworn 41mm Submariner Date in white gold by Rolex. Featuring a black dial and a blue ceramic unidirectional rotatable bezel with 60 minute numerals and graduations coated in plat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
White Gold
Rolex Datejust Midsize 178274 31mm Black Dial Stainless Steel Jubilee Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 178274
Serial: 65600***
Year: 2015
Model: Rolex Datejust Midsize
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K White Gold
...
Category
2010s Watches
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16030 Silver Index Dial, Circa 1982
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex White Pearl Datejust Oyster Two Tone 18K Gold + SS + Side Diamonds 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex White Pearl 31mm Datejust 2Tone 18K Gold + SS + Side Diamonds Oyster Band + Bezel 68273
This watch is in like new condition. It has been polish...
Category
1990s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Floral Dial 116200
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A 36mm Datejust by Rolex in stainless steel. Featuring a chocolate floral dial with applied Arabic numerals that is encased and complemented by a smooth fixed bezel.
Fitted with sap...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial circa, 1970/80'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 39mm X Diameter 34m...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 6917 Turquoise String Diamond Dial Oyster Band Fluted Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Datejust Watch, Custom Turquoise String Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Band.
SKU 6917-...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP String Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial 69173.
This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced an...
Category
1990s Swiss Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Stainless Steel "Bubble Back' with Original Dial from 1946 or 47
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back / Reference 3372
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1946 / 47
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 32mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpetual Winding / 17 Jewels / Caliber "N.A."
DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Gold Baton Markers / Dauphine Hands
ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 17mm / Regular Length
WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This classic Rolex "Bubble Back" is fitted with the legendary Caliber N.A. Movement, their first Perpetual Winding caliber. The watch is entirely original and has the very desirable Thunderbird Machined Bezel. We have just serviced this rare watch and it comes with our 18 month warranty and our lifetime service commitment. If you are looking for a watch as a gift for someone born in 46 or 47 this might be just the watch for them.
It is also supplied with an original "ladder" or "bamboo" bracelet. These bracelets were available as an option for all the Rolex...
Category
1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Watches
Rolex Explorer II 42mm Automatic Black Orange Dial Oystersteel Mens Watch 226570
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This Oyster Perpetual Explorer II in Oystersteel with an Oyster bracelet features a black dial with an arrow-shaped 24-hour hand and hour markers with a Chromalight display. The Expl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Sea-Dweller 126603
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A 43mm Sea-Dweller in Oystersteel and yellow gold by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour markers and a ceramic unidirectional rotatable bezel that has 60-minute graduatio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Mauboussin Paris 1950 Mido Skeleton Round Watch pendant Stainless 18kt And Onyx
By Mauboussin
Located in Miami, FL
A round skeleton watch pendant designed by Mauboussin.
Very nice retro piece, made in Paris France by the jewelry house of Mauboussin during the mid-century period, back in the 1950...
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Watches
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel
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Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic 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 watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.
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.
When shopping for a watch, 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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