Skip to main content

Wrist Watches

to
42
231
204
198
3,601
732
429
280
204
333
202
176
104
93
206
148
116
4
384
245
1
10
16
46
79
56
32
39
65
23
22
20
19
92
8
6
6
4
66
19
3
3
2
to
625
8
454
138
Wrist Watches For Sale
Creator: Bulgari
Creator: Omega
Omega Stainless Steel Constellation Original Dial Automatic Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Constellation Chronometer METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: Length 43mm X Diameter 34mm CIRCA: 1950's MOV...
Category

1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Estate Sapphire Crystal Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 38 mm
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bvlgari Estate Sapphire Crystal Quartz Watch Stainless Steel 38 mm B12 This elegant Authentic Bvlgari Watch is made of stainless steel. Newly polished TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 P...
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel

Omega Constellation Automatic Wristwatch, Cal.564, 35 mm, Ref 168.009 168.017
Located in Antwerp, BE
Omega Constellation Automatic Wristwatch, Caliber 564, Diameter 35 mm Ref. number: 168.009 / 168.017 Movement: Automatic, Caliber omega 564 Functions: Hours, minutes, central seco...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Omega Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Unique Wristwatch 1970S
Located in Geneva, CH
Omega Diamond and yellow gold 18K original unique model. Circa 1970. Original Omega certificate. Signed Omega and numbered. 40 diamonds 1.80 carat top quality according to the certi...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

BVLGARI Tubogas BB191TS 3 Row Stainless Steel Diamond Dial Quartz
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the BVLGARI Tubogas BB191TS 3 Row is a refined and contemporary timepiece that embodies BVLGARI’s unique approach to luxury watch design. Crafted from polish...
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bulgari Tubogas Yellow Gold Coil Wrap Watch Bracelet BB191T
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18k yellow gold wrap Tubogas watch by Bvlgari, featuring black dial with applied gold stick markers. The bracelet is slightly flexible, will comfortably fit a small size wri...
Category

20th Century Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bulgari Parentesi Yellow Gold Diamond Watch Bracelet BG01
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Parentesi watch bracelet by Bvlgari, set in 18k yellow gold, adorned with approx. 2.50ctw G/VS diamonds. All diamond dial. Bracelet will fit approx. 7" wrist (medium size). C...
Category

20th Century Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Omega 14Kt Solid Gold Watch Mid Century Watch with Original Waffle Dial
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Reference 6550 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 32mm M...
Category

1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Omega Constellation Manhattan 25mm – Yellow Gold & Steel
Located in Berlin, BE
Omega Constellation Manhattan 25mm – Yellow Gold & Steel This elegant Omega Constellation Manhattan (Ref. 131.25.60.55.001) features a 25mm stainless steel and yellow gold case, com...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Omega Lady Constellation Quartz, Cindy Crawford's 'My Choice', Year c 1998
Located in Canterbury, England
Our iconic Omega Lady Constellation quartz, famously promoted in period as Cindy Crawford's "My choice", features a 22.5mm case in steel and yellow gold, mother of pearl dial and sta...
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Omega Ladies Mid Century 18Kt. Solid Gold Dress Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 38mm Length X 36mm Diameter MOVEMENT / ...
Category

1950s Swiss Modernist Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Omega Ω Men's Gold-Plated Constellation Chronometer Automatic Watch 168.004
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Omega Ω Men's Gold-Plated Constellation Chronometer Automatic Watch 168.004 Movement #561 Movement Serial #244611XX Case #CD 168.004 (Officially Certified) Year: 1966 Gold-Plated R...
Category

1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Omega Stainless Steel Cream Dial Arab Numbers Manual Wind Wristwatch
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Ref. 2503. Made in 1950’s Case th...
Category

1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Omega 18k White Gold Women's Manual Wind Watch with Diamond Bezel #484
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Omega 18k White Gold Women's Manual Wind Watch with Diamond Bezel #484 Movement #484 Movement Serial #215635XX Case #47399 Year of Manufacture: 1964 18k Wh...
Category

1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage BVLGARI Watch. Bulgari BB 23 SS Stainless Steel Quartz Watch. Ladies
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Band Material: Stainless steel Materials: Stainless steel Power: Battery Readout: Analog Style: Minimalist Ladies Bvlgari Bulgari Ladies watch in stainless steel. Quartz w/ date. 23 mm case size. Ref BB 23 SS. Fine Pre-owned Bvlgari / Bulgari Watch Condition: Has small scratches on the bezel and back cover. Works and keep time properly. New battery installed. Original Bvlgari Stainless...
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bvlgari, Diamond and Colored Spinel Watch
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari MOP, Diamond, and Colored Spinel watch 18k gold and diamonds with mop :TDW~ 0.70CT FG/ VS. "BVLGARI" "V.H" "GEPxxxx VH010" "FABRIQUE EN SWISSE" "AU 750 18K".
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Artist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Pearl, 18k Gold

1972 Omega Dynamic Vintage Mens Bracelet Watch with Date - Stainless Steel
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 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers via other online sites with a 5.0 star rating. 1972 OMEGA DYNAMIC Vintage...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 Karat White Gold and Diamonds, Manual Winding
Located in Berlin, DE
Omega Ladies Wrist Watch, 18 Karat White Gold and Diamonds, manual winding. Including certificate of authenticity.
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Omega Classic 13mm 8007
Located in Surfside, FL
Art Deco cocktail Omega classic watch in platinum on a spidel stainless steel bracelet 13 mm case size. Ref 8007. Circa 1940s. Fine Pre-owned Omega Watch...
Category

1940s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Platinum

Omega Stainless Steel 3 Register Chronograph Manual Wind, circa 1950s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company / By Valjoux STYLE / REFERENCE: Three Register Chronograph METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm ...
Category

1940s Swiss Post-War Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

18 kt. Pink Gold Omega Honeycomb Ref 2624, Manual Winding
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lovely 18 kt. Pink Gold Omega Honeycomb Ref 2624, Manual Winding Reference number: 2624 Movement: Manual winding Case: 18 kt. Rose gold, Diameter 35...
Category

1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Omega Vintage 25 mm Constellation Automatic Chronometer Watch
Located in San Fernando, CA
Omega Constellation Circa 1960s Movement: Automatic (Self-winding) Chronometer Gold-Plated stainless steel Acrylic crystal Dial Champagne color with golden markers and Hands Hour, Minute and second sweeping hands Date window at 3 o'clock mark Case approx.: 25 mm...
Category

1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Yellow Gold Rettangolo Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Well-crafted for Bvlgari 18k yellow gold ladies Rettangolo quartz watch. 18k yellow gold and rubber band with an Bvlgari deployment buckle. Length: 6.5-7.5 Inches Length: 38.75mm Wi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Stainless Steel Silvered Dial Arab Numbers Manual Wind Wristwatch
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Ref. 2317. Made in 1950’s Case th...
Category

1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Silver, Steel

Vintage Omega Lady Wrist Watch in 18 Karat White Gold, Set with Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Vintage Omega Lady Wrist Watch in 18 Karat White Gold. Set with Diamonds. Mechanical manual winding movement. Including certificate of authenticity.
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari BB 26 GGD 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Bulgari BB 26GGD 18 Kyellow gold black Quartz Date ladies watch with a fold over clasp. A timeless and elegant italian evergreen! Original retail price: 17'000 CHF. Comes with Bulgar...
Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti Spiga Rose Gold Diamonds Black Ceramic 102128
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

Vintage 1963 Omega 14KT Yellow Gold Watch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1963 Omega 14K Yellow Gold Manual Watch. This elegant timepiece is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The watch features a square dial with minimalist hour markers and a sleek Omega...
Category

1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 2909.50.83 Black and Orange Stainless Steel 42mm
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2909.50.83 Model: Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Orange Dial: Black Face: Sapphi...
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Classic Omega 302 14K White Gold Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Understated with simple lines, enjoy this classic post-war Omega Men's Wrist Watch. It's round 14K white gold 32.4mm case N65555 has uncomplicated style. The silver-toned original d...
Category

1950s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Omega Speedmaster Moonphase cal.1150
Located in Berlin, BE
Omega Speedmaster Moonphase Certified This Omega Speedmaster Moonphase Certified Golden Gate Chronograph is a rare and elegant model from 1990, blending Omega’s iconic Speedmaster ...
Category

19th Century European Antique Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Omega Watch. Authentic Mens Omega Mechanical 266cal Wristwatch. Omega 1950s
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1950s Band material: Stainless steel Materials: Stainless steel Power: Mechanical Readout: Analog Genuine Omega Ref. 2743-1 1950s Mechanical Watch Separate minut...
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Bvlgari Bulgari Diagono SC 38 G Scuba 18K Gold Black Rubber Box Booklets
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: SC 38 G Model: Bvlgari Diagano Scuba Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Black Rubber Strap Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: Black Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 38mm Weight : 144 Grams Includes: -Bvlgari Box...
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Omega Stainless Steel Speedmaster Mark II Chronograph Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Omega Stainless Steel Speedmaster Mark II Chronograph Wristwatch, circa 1960s. Ref 2750/67 Stainless Steel Length: 45.65mm Width: 41mm Strap ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Constellation 168.029 Day Date
Located in London, GB
This Omega Constellation, an elegant timepiece that would be a justified addition to any collection. This Omega Constellation Day Date 168.029 is a fine example of a 70’s Omega. Oper...
Category

1970s European Vintage Wrist Watches

Vintage 1940s Omega Ladies' Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold – Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
A stunning 1940s Omega ladies' cocktail watch featuring a 14K yellow gold rectangular case with elegant fancy lugs. The silver dial is adorned with gold Arabic numerals and dot marke...
Category

1940s Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Omega Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Geneve Watch w/ Date Leather Band 565
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Omega Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Geneve Watch w/ Date Leather Band 565 Movement #565 Serial #298106XX Year: 1969 Case #166070 Stainless Steel Round Case 34 mm in Diameter (36 ...
Category

1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Bulgari Tubogas Gold Watch Oval Rare
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage Bulgari Tubogas 18k gold triple wrap-around watch with an oval face. The case with a snap-on back is stamped with the maker's mark and a hallmark for 18k gold Equipped wit...
Category

1970s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Omega Constellation Pie Pan Dog Legs with Crosshair Watch
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Omega Model: Constellation Reference Number:168.005 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Gold Plated & Stainless steel Measurements : ...
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

OMEGA Constellation Pie Pan Automatic Mens Watch. Ref 167.005 Stainless Steel.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Omega Constellation Automatic PIE PAN Dial 167.005 Stainless Steel Case and Band. Condition: Works and keeps time. Great Condition. Details: 34mm x 11mm case 5mm crown ...
Category

1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Rose Gold and Steel Constellation with Original Black Dial from 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 2852-1 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold and Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1950 / 60's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length...
Category

1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Mixed Metal

Antique Diamond and Platinum Ladies Omega Wrist Watch/Bracelet (Estate)
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Truly a remarkable and gorgeous piece of jewelry! This is a stunning diamond and platinum Omega wrist watch/bracelet. With a total of 11.39 carats of diamonds beautifully set in plat...
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Omega Stainless Steel Honeycomb Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Ref. 2487. Made in 1950's Case thr...
Category

1950s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Wristwatch, Manual Winding, Ref 2390/5, Cal 30T2
Located in Antwerp, BE
Omega Stainless Steel wristwatch, Manual Winding, Diameter 32.5 mm, Functions: Hour, minutes, Subsidiary seconds Movement: Mechanical Manual Winding, Ref 2390/5, Cal 30T2 Dial: Silver dial, Arabic numerals silver numerals and indexes Case: Stainless Steel case, Diameter 34.5mm x Thickness 9 mm Strap: Black with Omega buckle...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

OMEGA Automatic Watch 10k GF Omega Automatic Hammer Bumper 1950s Mens Wristwatch
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Omega Automatic 1950s. Ref. Fx6262 10k Yellow Gold Filled Case. (Marked on case cover) 17J Bumper Hammer Automatic Movement. Condition: Works and keeps time. Excellent co...
Category

1940s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Three Colour 18 Karat Gold Tubogas Serpenti bracelet watch
Located in Milano, IT
It doesn't get better than this Bulgari Tubogas lady's snake bracelet watch in 18k yellow, white, and pink gold. This quartz watch has a small round head and black dial. An iconic wa...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Parentesi 18K Yellow Gold Bvlgari Watch, Ref. BJ 10
Located in Miami, FL
Bvlgari Parentesi 18K Yellow Gold Watch, Ref. BJ 10 This elegant Bvlgari Parentesi watch, made in Switzerland circa 1990, features a distinctive 18K yellow gold bangle bracelet show...
Category

1990s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ladies Omega Quartz Constellation Diamond Bezel MOP Dial Stainless Steel Watch
Located in Richmond, CA
A ladies Omega Stainless Steel Constellation watch with diamond bezel and MOP dial, stick hands, part of the MY CHOICE (Cindy Crawford) collection....
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Omega Women's Constellation Quartz Two-Tone Watch MoP Diamond 1376.75 Box/Papers
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Omega Women's Constellation Quartz Two-Tone Watch MoP Diamond 1376.75 Box/Papers Model #1376.75 Movement Serial #1373675XX Movement #1456 Case #8951241-58...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Omega Constellation Quartz Wristwatch, Gold & Steel, Diameter 24 mm
Located in Antwerp, BE
Omega Constellation Quartz Wristwatch, Gold & Steel, Diameter 24 mm Model: Constellation quartz Movement: Quartz Case: Gold / Steel case, Diameter 24 mm, Thic...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Quartz, Gold, Steel

Omega Speedmaster 145.022-69 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
Located in New York, NY
Omega Speedmaster 145.022-69 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 123404 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Omega Model: Speedmaster Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechanical: H...
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Bulgari Tubogas White Yellow Gold Wrap Bracelet Watch BB191T
Located in New York, NY
19680s Tubogas 18k white and yellow gold bracelet watch by Bvlgari. Case is 19mm in diameter, bracelet has a slightly flexible design - will fit an approx. 6.5" wrist (small to medi...
Category

1880s European Modern Antique Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1940's Omega calibre 283 9K Rose Gold Manual 17j Extra Large 37mm Gents' Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Timepieces by Omega have been long admired for their functionality, desirability & power. This particular example is a classical vintage Omega cal 283 gents' watch, dating from 19...
Category

1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Bvlgari Rettangolo Midsize Stainless Steel Watch RT 45S
Located in Dallas, TX
Bvlgari Rettangolo Midsize Stainless Steel Watch RT 45S - Automatic. Stainless steel case (26mm x 45mm). White dial with silver colored markers and large Arabic 3 & 9. Stainless stee...
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Omega Stainless Steel Speedmaster Pro Moon Watch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Brand: Omega Movement: manual wind Function: hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph, 30 minute repeater subdial, 12 hour subdial Case: 42mm case, sapphire crystal, screw down crown, al...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Omega Geneve Manual, cal 1030 Gold-Plated Gents' Watch, c1974.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Sophisticated Vintage Omega Geneve dates from 1974, despite its age this timeless & classy wristwatch is in good condition & in excellent working order It's fitted with manual ...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

BVLGARI Lvcea Tubogas 103123 Unisex Watch in 18kt Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI Lvcea Tubogas 103123 Unisex Watch in 18kt Stainless Steel/Rose Gold SKU: 139335 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: BVLGARI Model: Lvcea Tubogas Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Men’s Omega Day Date Constellation Watch Stainless Steel
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s Omega Day Date Constellation Watch 34mm Stainless Steel. The watch will fit a wrist of up to 6.75 inches. Quartz movement. The XI on the bezel fell of...
Category

1980s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.

Recently Viewed

View All