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Wrist Watches For Sale
CARTIER Vintage 18k Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
A dainty and feminine watch by legendary jeweler Cartier from the Vintage (ca1960s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the elegant watch has a small circular face, which features thin,...
Category
1960s Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
ROLEX Estate 18k Lady Datejust Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous Rolex wristwatch! Crafted in vibrant 18k yellow gold, this Lady-Datejust watch was created in the mid 1980s. The circular face of the watch features twelve gold dashes and...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Piaget Polo Model 7131 C701 18k Yellow Gold Watch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Piaget Polo Model 7131 C701 18k Yellow Gold, Quartz Movement
Made in Switzerland c.1990s
Maker: Piaget
Model: Polo 7131 C701
Year: 1980s
Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Gol...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Tank Américaine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Model W26035K2 Automatic
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cartier Tank Américaine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Model W26035K2 23mm x 42mm Dial, Automatic Movement c.1980s
Maker: Cartier
Model: Tank Américaine
Year: 1980-1989
Material: 18...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1990s Cartier Gold Pasha Chronograph Watch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds set on the bezel, crowns, and dial weighing approximately a total of 3.60 carats. The watch features a brown allig...
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
JAR Metropolitan Museum of Art Collection Vintage Watch
By JAR
Located in Greenwich, CT
This JAR designed and collectible vintage watch from the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection is wearable fine art. With a orange silicone watch strap, a champagne colored face, an...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Classic Air King from 1970'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: 1970's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 35m...
Category
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Men's Watch 116523
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Men's Watch 116523 Blue Dial - Automatic winding, chronograph, 44 jewels, sapphire crystal. Stainless steel and 18k yellow gold (40mm diameter). Blue dial w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Day-Date 1803 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Here we have a Rolex Day-Date wristwatch. The watch showcases a round case made from 18ct rose gold, featuring a silver dial with bold hour markers and the iconic Rolex crown. The da...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
CARTIER Santos Demoiselle Gold Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold and diamond watch Cartier. The Santos Demoiselle watch measuring approximately 26 mm, with quartz movement, Roman numerals and secret signature at 10, the be...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
CARTIER Tank Americaine Extra Large Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold watch, Cartier. The Tank Americaine watch in extra large size measuring approximately 26.5 mm across, with automatic movement, Roman numerals, secret signatu...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 26 Steel 18K Gold Custom Green Turquoise Diamond Dial Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned good condition. No original box and papers. Custom Diamond Dial. Comes with a seller box.
General Information:
Brand: Rolex
Model: Rolex Datejust
Model Number: 69173
Type:...
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 26mm Steel Custom Turquoise Diamond Dial Bezel Ladies Watch 69174
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned good condition. Custom Diamond dial and bezel. No original box and papers. Comes with a chronostore box. 1-year seller warranty.
General Information:
Brand: Rolex
Model: R...
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Automatic Watch W51005Q4 2302
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Automatic Watch W51005Q4 2302 - Automatic. Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold ( 28 x 35 mm ) ; date at 6 o'clock with blue spinel crown...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Steel
Rolex Datejust 26 Steel 18K Gold Custom Green Turquoise Diamond Dial Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Custom diamond dial and bezel. No orgiinal box and papers. It comes with a seller box.
General Information:
Brand: Rolex
Model: Rolex Datejust
Model Number: 69173
Type: W...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
Rolex Daytona 18k Gold With Black Face & Diamond Dot Dial
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Rolex Daytona 18k Gold Diamond Dot Dial
1999 Model - Solid 18k Yellow gold Daytona watch with chronograph black face and diamond dot dial.
Solid gold bracelet with folding clasp cl...
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 5500 Air King 34m Automatic 1960s Vintage RA476B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Precision Ref.5500 "Air King" automatic, c.1968, in excellent working condition. Verifi...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Cartier Tank Francais Watch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds.
Signed by Cartier
25 mm face
Model #2491
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond 'Polo' Wristwatch, Piaget 18 kt., quartz
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Diamond 'Polo' Wristwatch, Piaget 18 kt., quartz, centering a square black numberless dial bisected by two diamond-set bands, diameter approximately 20
mm., completed by a tapered br...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artist Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold
Cartier Pasha XL Seatimer 40mm Ref. 2790 – Automatic Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
The Cartier Pasha XL Seatimer 40mm Ref. 2790 is a bold and sporty luxury timepiece, crafted from stainless steel. Featuring an automatic movement, it combines elegance with functiona...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Panerai Montre Luminor Marina 1048 Waterproof Automatic Steel Leather Watch
By Panerai
Located in PARIS, FR
Panerai Luminor Marina series 1048 watch, brushed steel case and polished steel bezel, automatic with seconds at 9 o'clock and date calendar at 3 o'clock, black dial, luminescent bat...
Category
Early 2000s French Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Christian Dior Montre Malice Circa 2005 Malice CD Full Steel Quartz wrist Watch
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior Malice watch (circa 2005), steel case, quartz movement, mother-of-pearl dial, stick indexes, steel CD bracelet. Diameter 1.95 cm excluding c...
Category
Early 2000s French Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage Omega De Ville Gold and Silver Tone Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Portland, England
An elegant and classic Omega De Ville from the late 1980s with an original and stunning two-tone gold and silver bracelet and accompanying gold watch face. With its timeless look, th...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1970s Piaget Rectangular Tank Hand Wound 929 18K Roman Numbers Wrist Watch
By Piaget
Located in London, GB
18K Gold Piaget Wrist Watch, sapphire crystal face, 18K gold case, Roman numbers, crocodile leather with 18k gold strap, 4 sapphire inside mechanism.
Condition: 1970s, vintage, ver...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Kutchinsky x Chopard 18 Karat and Pave Diamonds and Tiger's Eye Oval
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Kutchinsky for Chopard
Model: 5038 / 1
Year: 1992
Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Tiger's Eye
Case Measurement: 00mm Pave Diamonds over 18K Yellow Gold
Movement: Manual Wind
...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Tiger's Eye, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ladies Rolex Vintage Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Wristwatch Circa 1960s
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ladies Vintage Rolex Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Wristwatch, circa 1960s.
The Ladies Vintage Rolex Wristwatch with diamond accents was made in the 1960s. This dress style ladies watch ...
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget Polo 80564 K81 Ladies Quartz Watch in 18K Gold with Opal Dial
By Piaget
Located in Media, PA
Title:
Piaget Polo 80564 K81 Ladies Quartz Watch in 18K Gold with Black Opal Dial & Diamonds, 60.73g
Description:
A rare and breathtaking luxury timepiece, this Piaget Polo ladie...
Category
1970s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold
Hermès Montre Sellier PM Steel Sellier Watch with new Sakura Pink Bracelet Herme
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Sellier model watch, PM format, in steel, quartz movement, white dial with Arabic numerals, pale pink leather strap ("Sakura" at Hermès), silver metal buckle (palladium). Diam...
Category
1990s French Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Category
1980s French Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Pearl, Yellow Gold
HERMES Etoupe taupe Swift leather APPLE WATCH SINGLE TOUR STRAP 42MM
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Apple Watch Single Tour Strap 42mm in Etoupe (taupe) Veau Swift leather combines timeless craftsmanship with modern technology. Featuring contrasting white...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Bvlgari Serpenti Spiga Rose Gold Diamonds Black Ceramic 102128
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
An exquisite Bvlgari Serpenti Spiga the Italian word for "spike" ref: 102128 SPP35BGDBCGD1.2T an iconic design with exceptional craftsmanship.
Powered by a quartz movement, this str...
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Rolex GMT-Master II Yellow Gold Black Dial 116758SARU
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A striking 18k yellow gold Rolex GMT-Master II ref. 116758SARU, powered by a self-winding automatic movement and housed in a 40mm case. The watch features factory-set lugs and crown ...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Nautilus 5726/1A-014
Located in London, GB
An unworn Nautilus in stainless steel by Patek Philippe. Featuring a new blue dial that shades to black which is exclusive to this steel model. The dial features the day, date and mo...
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Antique Swiss 14 ct Gold Blue Guilloché Enamel And Diamond Wristwatch
Located in Portland, England
This exquisite antique 14ct gold, diamond and royal blue guilloché enamel ladies' wristwatch is dated circa 1900 and made in Switzerland. The watch has a round yellow gold case embel...
Category
Early 20th Century European Victorian Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Corum Bubble Orange Chronograph Wristwatch Iob
Located in New York, NY
A vintage stainless steel chronometer wristwatch by Corum. Bubble collection. Ref. no. 711827, 396.150.20. Water resistant. Round case, polished bezel, three crowns. Orange dial with...
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex 2007 Montre Explorer I Acier 36mm Steel Explorer Watch Papers Box
By Rolex
Located in PARIS, FR
Rolex watch Oyster Perpetual series Explorer I model circa 2007, automatic winding, round steel case diameter 36 mm (excluding crown), bla...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Frederique Constant Stainless steel Carree Wristwatch with Date Ref FC303MS4C26
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
FC303MS4C26 Frederique Constant: Exquisite Elegance and Masterful Craftsmanship Indulge in the epitome of luxury with the Frederique Constant FC303MS4C26. This stunning timepiece fea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Frederique Constant Stainless steel Slimline Wristwatch Ref FC220B4SD36
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
FC220B4SD36 Frederique Constant: Exquisite Elegance and Masterful Craftsmanship Indulge in the epitome of luxury with the Frederique Constant FC220B4SD36. This stunning timepiece fea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Gucci 6800l stainless steel wristwatch, bangle strap, bamboo
By Gucci
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stylish and iconic Gucci 6800l stainless steel watch.
This is a bangle strap watch with a nice sleek stainless steel bangle strap with the signature bamboo design and Gucci branded clasp.
The case is stainless steel with a silver tone patterned dial, no numerals and black logo with Gucci stripe design to the top half, the watch has a Swiss made movement, serial number to the back plate.
A classic and iconic design that would make a great gift.
It is a battery watch, in working order but will be sent without a battery so will require a battery fitting.
As with all used watches...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver Mens Watch 15703ST.OO.A002CA.01 1YrWnty
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Audemars Piguet
Model: Royal Oak Offshore Diver
Model Number: 15703ST.OO.A002CA.01
Movement: Automatic
Number of Jewels: 40
Warranty: One Year
Year: 2014
Movement Maker: Swiss...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Must de Cartier Marques et Model Déposés 21 Quartz Watch W10050F4
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Must 21 W10050F4 Watch SSYG Silver/Gold Quartz Ladies Ivory Dial
A Refined Synthesis of Elegance and PrecisionAdd a touch of classic luxury to your wrist with this Must de C...
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Quartz, Gold, Silver, Stainless Steel
Frederique Constant Stainless steel Slimline Watch Moon Phase Ref FC705S4S6
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
FC705S4S6 Frederique Constant: Exquisite Elegance and Masterful Craftsmanship Indulge in the epitome of luxury with the Frederique Constant FC705S4S6. This stunning timepiece feature...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ladies Reverso Le Coultre Manual Wind Steel Wristwatch 1990s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ladies Le Coultre Reverso manual wind steel wristwatch, circa 1990s.
The Ladies Le Coultre Reverso Manual Wind Stainless Steel Wristwatch, dating back ...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm Midsize 3003 W69004Z2 18K Rose Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm Midsize 3003 W69004Z2 18K Rose Gold Watch is an exquisite blend of elegance and craftsmanship. Featuring a 36mm case, this timepiece is perfectly sized f...
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
1970's Design 18K Yellow Gold and Pavee Diamond Ladies Cocktail Watch
By Longines
Located in Palm Beach, FL
There could be no mistaking this lovely and impactful ladies wrist watch for anything other than an iconic example of fine 1970's design. With a large vertical oval head wrapped in a...
Category
Late 20th Century Israeli Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Montre Baignoire by Bvlgari Ovale Watch papers New in box
By Bulgari
Located in PARIS, FR
Bulgari watch Oval model, 18 carat yellow gold case, white background, quartz movement, leather strap marked in pink lizard style, yellow gold buckle, delivered in its box (and outer...
Category
2010s Italian Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Frederique Constant Stainless steel Classics Wristwatch Ref FC-710X4H4/5/6
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
FC-710X4H4/5/6 Frederique Constant : Exquisite Elegance and Masterful Craftsmanship Indulge in the epitome of luxury with the Frederique Constant FC-710X4H4/5/6. This stunning timepi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Two-Tone Stainless Steel 18KYG 36mm Datejust 16013 Circa 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This classic two-tone Rolex Datejust 36mm (Ref. 16013) is a timeless icon of sophistication and style. Featuring a durable two-tone stainless steel and 18k yellow gold construction, ...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
2014 Chanel J12 Montre 365 Rose Gold Ceramic J12 Watch 365
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel watch model J12 365 (reference H3839) in ceramic and rose gold, automatic winding, calendar at 6 o'clock, second hand, golden beige guilloché dial, double folding clasp, water resistant to 100m. Diameter 3.65 cm, length 15.5 cm (a link currently on order from Chanel). The watch has been worn but it is in very good condition, it is delivered without original invoice, in a Chanel travel case...
Category
2010s French Wrist Watches
Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi Dial 16710 Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This watch was left to me by my brother who was a collector of Rolex watches. This was his favorite watch. A mens 40mm vintage GMT-Master in stainless steel by Rolex. Featuring a m...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rare Men's Hublot MDM Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Wrist Watch Ref. 1522
By Hublot
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Men's Hublot Wristwatch with Sapphire Bezel and Indexes Ref. 1522.3.081 Serial 282623 features a 37 mm x 44mm 18k yellow gold case, with a pave set diamond dial on a black rubber str...
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tag Heuer Indy 500 Chronograph CAC111A Watch Black Dial #20961
By Heuer
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tag Heuer Indy 500 Watch
Model: CAC111A
Serial: XT8842
This Tag Heuer men's watch is set in stainless steel
Black dial and bezel
41mm case...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Datejust 18K Gold President 69138 Diamond Bezel MOP Dial Ladies 26mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Rolex Datejust 18K Gold President 69138 Diamond Bezel MOP Dial Ladies 26mm Watch is a quintessential symbol of luxury and refinement. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this elegant tim...
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
2020 Rolex Datejust 278274 Watch Jubilee Band Pink Roman Dial Box/Papers #20959
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2020 Rolex Datejust Midsize Watch
Model: 278274
Serial: 7LK93xxx
This classic Rolex Datejust watch is set in stainless steel
Stainless steel case is 31mm in diameter
Pink dial wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rare Ladies Hublot Ruby Diamond 18k Gold Wrist Watch Ref. 139.10.6
By Hublot
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Ladies Hublot Wristwatch with Ruby Bezel Ref. 139.10.6 Serial 184516 features a 32 mm x 29mm 18k yellow gold case, surrounding a diamond dial on a black rubber strap and factory-set ...
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex DateJust 36mm Champagne Dial 18K Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee Watch 16013
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Rolex Datejust 36mm Champagne Dial 18K Gold Stainless Steel Jubilee Watch (Ref. 16013) is a timeless symbol of elegance and craftsmanship. Featuring a stunning champagne-colored ...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Daytona 116528 White Dial Chrono 18k Yellow Gold 40mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Rolex Daytona 116528 White Dial Chrono 18k Yellow Gold 40mm Watch is a symbol of unparalleled luxury and precision. Featuring a striking white...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Roman dial vermeil Tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1990s, this vintage Cartier Paris Tank watch showcases a classic Roman numeral dial set within a gold plated silver case, paired with a rich brown leather strap. The w...
Category
1990s Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Silver
Antique, Vintage and Luxury Wristwatches for Sale on 1stDibs
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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