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Wrist Watches For Sale
CHARLES AERNI 1938 Art Deco Lady Wristwatch 14Kt Rose Gold Rubies & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco lady wristwatch designed by Charles Aerni.
This is a beautiful and elegant lady wristwatch created in Switzerland by the Charles Aerni Watch Co. back in the 1938. The wa...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Rolex Gem-Set Daytona El Primero
By Rolex
Located in New Orleans, LA
Highly coveted and exceptionally rare, this Rolex Daytona Cosmograph "El Primero" is a masterpiece of horology and one of the most significant timepieces currently available. Crafted...
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu Ref 3003 18K Rose Gold 36mm
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 3003
Model: Cartier Ballon Bleu
Case Material: 18K Rose Gold
Band: 18K Rose Gold
Bezel: 18K Rose Gold
Dial: Silver Dial
Face: Sapphire Cr...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Rolex 6917 Datejust Watch 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel with Champagne Sti
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rolex 6917 Datejust Watch 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel with Champagne Stick Dial and Jubilee Bracelet
This beautiful Rolex 6917 Datejust Watch is in excellent condition and i...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Lady steel and gold Ref: 0902
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Elegant Cartier Santos Lady in the classic 24mm size, crafted from steel and gold. This timepiece dates back to 1987 and bears the reference 0902. A special highlight is the rare Gho...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Steel
Bulova 2 dial Watch In 10k Gold With New Brown Lather Strap Circa 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Bulova 2 dial Watch In 10k Gold With New Brown Lather Strap Circa 1940s
stylish art Deco and unusual gents manual wrist watch dating to 1940s, Bulova Ranger in gold, serviced with ne...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
10k Gold
Bvlgari 18k White Gold Skeletonized Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari Skeletonized 18K White Gold Wristwatch with an 18k white gold Bvlgari buckle - iconic Italian luxury
A true statement of modern elegance and mechanical mastery, this bold ye...
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Omega De Ville men's wristwatch in brass and black metal. 1980s.
By Omega
Located in bronshoj, DK
Omega De Ville men's wristwatch in brass and black metal.
1980s.
All parts are original.
Quartz movement.
In perfect condition. The watch requires a battery replacement.
Dial: 23 mm.
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Brass
Panthère de Cartier W25014B9 'Ladies' Yellow Gold White Dial Quartz
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Cartier Panthère W25014B9 is a classic ladies’ timepiece that embodies timeless elegance and understated sophistication. Crafted from 18k yellow gold, it...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Mens Watch 114300
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. No original box and papers. Comes with chronostore bo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
14k Hamilton Diamond Watch. Vintage Ladies Hamilton Classic String Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning watch piece.
Hamilton fully mechanical wristwatch.
14k White Gold Case with multiple diamonds.
14k White Gold Kreiser Cable Band.
Condition: Watch winds up and ticks. Needs...
Category
1940s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, White Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Custom Finished Red Dial Late 1960's
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: 1960's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diamete...
Category
1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1990 Rolex GMT Master II 18K Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
This pre-owned Rolex GMT-Master ref 16753 from 1990 showcases a refined combination of stainless steel and yellow gold, offering a classic and timeless aesthetic. The black dial, wit...
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Breguet Marine Chronograph 42mm 18K Rose Gold Box Set 5827BR/Z2/5ZU
By Breguet
Located in New York, NY
Breguet Marine 2 Chronograph 5827BR/Z2/5ZU, featuring a luxurious 42mm 18k rose gold case and a distinctive black rhodium guilloché dial. The dial is elegantly accented with applied ...
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Omega ref 928 9K Yellow Gold Manual Cal 285 17-jewel Movement c1962 Mens' Watch
By Omega
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Timepieces by Omega have been long admired for
their functionality, desirability & power.
This particular example is a classical
vintage Omega ref 928 gents' watch, dating from 1...
Category
1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Baignoire Paris 18K Yellow Gold & Factory Diamond Gran De Ris Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Elegant Cartier 18K Gold Diamond Watch. This exquisite timepiece features an oval-shaped face adorned with round white diamonds that total 2.11 carats. Crafted from 18K gold, the wat...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Cougar 18K Yellow Gold – Ref. 887904
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Cartier Cougar 18K Yellow Gold – Ref. 887904
Elegant Cartier Cougar in 18K yellow gold, featuring a precise quartz movement. Reference 887904. A timeless and sophisticated design th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 116234 36mm Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116234
Year: 2010
Model: Rolex Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel
Dial: Origi...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Patek Philippe Chronograph 5170G-001 manual-wind -39.5mm Circa 2017 Full Set
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Patek Philippe Chronograph 5170G-001 manual-wind watch,The watch measures 39.5mm in diameter and is made in 18 karat White gold case with see through back, The dial is Opaline Silve...
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Datejust 31 Sundust Pink Diamond Dial Two Tone Rose Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in London, England
Rolex Datejust 31 Sundust Pink Diamond Dial Two Tone Rose Gold Fluted Bezel Jubilee watch.
10 Diamonds Set on Dial, Solid 18k Everose Gold Fluted Bezel. With original box authentici...
Category
2010s European Contemporary Wrist Watches
Breitling Super Avenger 48MM V13375 Blue Night Mission Titanium Watch
By Breitling
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Breitling
Gender: Men's
Metal Type: Titanium
Diameter: 48.00 mm
Weight: 158.16 grams
Men's Titanium BREITLING Swiss made watch. The metal was tested and determined to be...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Titanium
Rolex Day Date President 1803 Buckley Dial 18K Yellow Gold Leather Strap
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1803
Serial: 3841***
Year: 1974
Model: Rolex Day Date
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Band: Custom Leather Band
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: ...
Category
1970s Vintage Wrist Watches
Rolex GMT Master II Coke 16760 Fat Lady Stainless Steel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16760
Serial: R244***
Year: 1987
Model: Rolex GMT Master II (Fat Lady)
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel Oyster Band
Bezel: "Co...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 41 126334 Rhodium Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126334
Serial: 4M990***
Year: 2021
Model: Rolex Datejust 41
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel
Dial: Rho...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Lady's 18K Yellow Gold Patek Philippe "Calatrava" Watch
Located in New York, NY
Lady's 18K Yellow Gold Patek Philippe "Calatrava" Ref.#4819/1J Wacth
White Dial with Black Roman Numerals, Hobnail Pattern Bezel, 18K Yellow Gold Patek Philippe Meshh Bracelet. Swiss...
Category
1960s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 44mm Ref 11660 Watch With Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
A Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller 116660, featuring a bold 44mm stainless steel case and an ultra-thick 17.7mm profile, engineered for extreme underwater performance. Complete with the ori...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Two tone Oyster Semi Bubbleback Super patina Dial reference 6286
By Rolex
Located in MADRID, ES
This is a collector piece from the 1950s. A Rolex Oyster Semi Bubbleback Super patina Dial, case in gold and steel and leather bracelet, reference 6286.
Category
1950s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Steel
Rolex 18k Yellow Gold Woman's Datejust Pearlmaster Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Rolex Pearlmaster that is as stylish as it is beautiful! Style 80318, the mother-of-pearl dial, 12 diamond bezel, Pearlmaster bracelet with aftermarket diamonds, synthetic sapphire...
Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Ladies President 6917 Blue Diamond Dial Diamond Sapphire Bezel 18K Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 6917
Serial: 7275***
Year: 1982
Model: Rolex Ladies President Datejust
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Band: 18K Yellow Gold
Bezel: Custom Diamond and Blue Sapp...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Rolex Datejust 116234 Factory Jubilee Diamond Dial Stainless Steel 18K Gold 36mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 116234
Serial: M081***
Year: 2007
Model: Rolex Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel...
Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Vintage GUCCI Quartz 11/12 Watch. Gucci Ladies Bangle Interchange Bezel watch
By Gucci
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Gucci Watch.
11/12 Reference number.
Gold Tone with interchangeable bezels.
Original Box with Original Paperwork
Condition: New battery. Comes with original box and origi...
Category
1990s Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Vintage GUCCI Bangle 6800L Watch Gucci Ladies Bangle Gold Tone Bamboo Wristwatch
By Gucci
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Gucci Watch.
Original Case, Box, and Original Paperwork as it came from Gucci.
6800L Reference number.
Gold Tone
Bamboo Bangle
Condition: New battery.
Category
1990s Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Gold Plate
Midsize Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 6624 30mm 18k Gold Automatic 1960s RA456
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage luxury, 18k solid gold Men's midsize Rolex ref.6624 Oyster Perpetual Date automatic, c.1962. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Rolex signed gold dial, appli...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 18K White Gold Steel Blue Dial Automatic Men's Watch 116234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. excellent condition. Roulette Date Wheel. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy.
General Information:
Brand...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Paul Picot Sub Professional / Paul Mariner 211-38-5000. 14ct Yellow Gold Bezel.
By Paul Picot
Located in Canterbury, England
Our rare vintage Paul Picot Sub Professional / Paul Mariner, reference 211-38-5000, features a stainless steel 39mm case (42mm to crown guard), with blue nipple indices dial and blue...
Category
1990s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Breitling Chronomat A13048 Stainless Steel UTC Bracelet 39mm
By Breitling
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: A13048
Model: Breitling Chronomat
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel with Rare UTC Module
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Dial: Black Di...
Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Midsize Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel Steel Watch 178384
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
This Rolex Datejust 178384 Mother of Peal has a fixed bezel covered with glittering diamonds. The Rolex watch has a white Mother of Pearl dial which tells time brilliantly-cut diamon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Steel
Movado Secret Wristwatch - Yellow Gold 14k Manual 1 Year Warranty
By Movado
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Movado
Movement: Manual
Number of Jewels: 17
Warranty: One Year
Year: 1950s
Movement Maker: Swiss
Dial Color: Silver
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Style: Secret Wristwatch
...
Category
1950s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Pasha C Ref 1035 White Dial 18K Yellow Gold 35mm
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1035
Model: Cartier Pasha C
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Band: 18K Yellow Gold
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: White Dial
Face: Sapphire Cry...
Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Cartier Santos Galbée 29mm Ref. 2319
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
The Cartier Santos Galbée 29mm Ref. 2319 is a timeless and elegant wristwatch, crafted from stainless steel and 18k gold. Featuring an automatic movement, this classic timepiece embo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
2022 Rolex 126334 Datejust 41 Black Diamond Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 126334
Serial: 78K04***
Year: 2022
Model: Datejust 41
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K White Gold Fluted Bezel
Dial: Original Fac...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier La Dona 195g 18K White Gold Diamond Bezel Large Size Watch WE60019G B&P
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier La Dona Large Lady Watch (reference WE60019G) in 18K white gold with a factory diamond bezel is an exceptional example of Cartier’s signature luxury and innovative design...
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Breitling Chronomat UB0134 42 Anthracite Dial Stainless 18K Rose Gold Box Papers
By Breitling
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: UB0134
Model: Breitling Chronomat
Year: 2021
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Rose Gold
Dial: Gray ...
Category
2010s Wrist Watches
Piaget 1960s Yellow Gold Backwind Lady's Watch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1960s 18k yellow gold lady's Piaget watch, with backwind manual movement.
Bracelet is 6.25" long, case is 15mm in diameter. Original carved crystal on the inside. Silvered di...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava 36mm 18K Rose Gold Mens Hand Wind Watch 5119R-001
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. The band has visible signs of wear. The watch band is cracked from the inside parts due to its usage. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water res...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Rolex Datejust 16220 Tahitian Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16220
Serial: L250***
Year: 1989
Model: Rolex Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Dial: Custom Tahitian MOP ...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Chopard Happy Sport Floating Diamond & Diamond Bezel Purple Leather Strap Watch
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard Happy Sport watch in 18K white gold featuring seven floating bezel-set diamonds on a white dial and a brilliant diamond-set bezel. Powered by a quartz movement and finished w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Tank LC Watch, Pre-Owned, Men's or Unisex, circa 2018-2023
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Cartier Rose Gold Tank Louis Cartier watch; Ref. 3816. This is a classic men's Rose Gold watch. The watch is fitted with a 17-jewel manual wind Cartier mechanical movement. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Home Paris Chiffre Rouge Watch
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Home Paris Chiffre Rouge 38mm Fully Serviced and in Full Working Condition with Diamonds set bezel 0.20ct F colour/ VS Purity.
Additional Information:
Total Weight: ...
Category
2010s French Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Bvlgari Serpenti Spiga 18k Rose Gold Diamond 35mm Quartz Ladies Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Bvlgari
Collection: Spiga
Movement: Quartz
Case Material: 18k Rose Gold, White Ceramic
Bracelet Material: 18k Rose Gold, White Ceramic, Diamonds
Dial Color: White
Bezel: Diamo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rolex Submariner 2-Tone Steel & Gold Men's Watch 16613
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Rolex Submariner 2-Tone Steel & Gold Men's Watch 16613 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, pressure proof to 1,000 feet. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel . Blue dial with ...
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold 1914 Indian Head 10 Dollar US Coin Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 18k gold Cartier watch, encaged into a 1914 Indian Head $10 US coin case. Measures 30mm in diameter. Band is non original/not gold - 8" long.
Dial signed Cartier, with blac...
Category
20th Century French Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Mens Rolex Precision Ref 14010 Air King 35m Automatic w Paper 1990s Swiss RA478B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Ref.14010 Oyster "Air-King" Precision automatic with original paper, c.1997, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Go...
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Lord Elgin Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Factory Original Dial circa 1940's
By Lord Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Lord Elgin-Elgin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 4810
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm ...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Cartier Pasha de Cartier 1050 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Pasha de Cartier 1050 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
SKU: 134145
PRIMARY DETAILS
Brand: Cartier
Model: Pasha de Cartier
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Movement Type: Quart...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex Lady-Datejust 26mm Champagne Dial 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch 6916
By Rolex
Located in Aventura, FL
Rolex Lady-Datejust Oyster Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 6916. Automatic self-winding movement. 18K yellow gold oyster case 26.0 mm in diameter. Rolex logo on the crown. Diam...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 1431J Vintage Square Shape Unisex with Bracelet, Circa 1951
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Patek Philippe 1431J, Vintage square watch 37 x 27mm fitted with a 10"200 caliber movement #956208, 18 karat yellow gold square case with long lugs # 664900. The watch...
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex 31mm Datejust Watch
By Rolex
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-Owned Rolex 31mm Datejust Automatic Watch Crafted in Stainless Steel with Polished Bezel, Acrylic Crystal, White Roman Dial, and Oyster Bracelet. Model ...
Category
1970s Swiss 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.
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