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Wrist Watches For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: 1940s
Omega Seamaster 30 Jumbo 35mm
Located in New York, NY
This is a pristine 1962 Omega Seamaster 30 Reference 125.003-62. This watch has considered jumbo size in the early 1960's at 35mm. The case is unpolished and the dial is original. ...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Original Dial from 1940
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Len...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Mariner 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a great condition 1960's Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Mariner in solid 14K yellow gold. This watch measures 34mm and has a screwback closure. This Master Mariner is powered by th...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Rolex Air-King Reference 5500
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Rolex Air-King reference 5500 from 1966 and remains a timeless classic suitable for both men and women. It features an automatic movement, ensuring reliable timekeeping...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Abercrombie & Fitch Shipmate
By Abercrombie & Fitch for Heuer
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare and original Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Shipmate. This military style watch features its original dial which which is in exceptional condition considering its age. The s...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Reference 1500
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Rolex Date reference 1500 is from 1967 and remains a timeless classic suitable for both men and women. It features an automatic movement, ensuring reliable timekeeping. ...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Automatic Alarm 18K Gold Jumbo
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of timeless luxury with the fine 18K yellow gold vintage 1960's Jaeger- LeCoultre Memovox wristwatch. This exceptional timepiece embodies the epitome of elegance ...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Mathey Tissot Sea Nymph 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is an excellent condition Mathey Tissot Sea Nymph form the 1960's. The case of this watch is 18K yellow gold. The case measures 34mm in diameter. The dial is original and the c...
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre, Concealed Watch Bracelet
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold articulated panel concealed watch bracelet by Jaeger LeCoultre Length: 18.5cm Weight: 67gr
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1960s European Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

TIFFANY & CO. BLANCPAIN Diamond Platinum 1960s Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite authentic retro wristwatch was designed by Blancpain for Tiffany & Co. and is crafted in platinum and set with F-G-H VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an estimated 15.0 - 16...
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1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1940's Longines Sei Tacche Military Style Watch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Longines 1940's Sei Tacche Military Style Watch – a vintage 33mm stainless steel timepiece with a round case. The beige dial, featuring f...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Mathey Tissot 1940's Stainless Steel Chronograph
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent all original Mathey Tissot stainless steel chronograph from 1948. The case of the watch measures 35mm in diameter and is unpolished. Perhaps the most important...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Ruser 18 Karat Yellow Gold Midcentury Design Owned by Jerry Lewis, circa 1960s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: French for Ruser on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid-Century METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26...
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1960s Swiss Modernist Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Omega Geneve Yellow Gold 18K Wristwatch 1960S
Located in Geneva, CH
Omega Geneve Wristwatch in 18k yellow gold with manual movement. Circular case in yellow gold, fluted crown, snap-on back. Silver dial, applied gold ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bueche Girod 18 Karat, Yellow Midcentury Watch Originally Owned by Jerry Lewis
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bueche Girod Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm x Width 18mm MOVEMEN...
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1960s Swiss Modernist Vintage Wrist Watches

Breitling Top Time Wristwatch ref 2000-33. Heavy Gold Capped Case, Year c 1967.
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage and very rare Breitling Top Time, reference 2000-33, features a heavy gold capped case (36mm exc crown) and notably a black/ silver dial with red chrono hand (aka the rev...
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1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Bulova Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Custom Finished Dial 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 22mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 21 Jewels / Caliber 8AE DIAL / HANDS: Custom Finished Tiffany Blue on Original Dial / Gilt Dauphine Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Leather, 16mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic watch was produced in the 1940's by the iconic house...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer BubbleBack 14K Yellow Gold Dial Ref. #3131
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer BubbleBack 14K Yellow Gold Dial Ref. #3131 Description / Condition: All watches have...
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1940s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King With Custom Purple Dial circa, 1960's
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 40mm X Diamete...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Rare Black Dial circa, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega 1940s Retro Rose Gold and Rubies Bracelet Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Omega Ladies Bracelet Watch, 22 x 14 M.M. 14k Rose Gold Signed Omega 2 piece case, the case top is set with Fine color Rubies a...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust with Rare Black Dial circa, 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Datejust / Reference 1603 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Precision Vintage Dresswatch, H/M 9K Yellow Gold, c 1948
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage and rare Rolex Precision features a hallmarked 9k yellow gold case (30mm exc crown, 33mm inc crown, 37mm lug to lug) and attractive Arabic numeral dial with sub seconds d...
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1940s Vintage Wrist Watches

18ct Yellow Gents Gold Vintage Cyma Square Watch
By Cyma
Located in London, GB
18ct Yellow Gents Gold Vintage Cyma Square Watch in full working condition. Total Weight of Watch: 27.2g Case size: 26mm x 26mm Movement: G1150 Reference...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

14K Bulova Accutron Spaceview ‘Alpha’, 1961
Located in New York, NY
Extremely rare 14K solid yellow gold vintage Bulova Accutron asymmetrical Spaceview ‘Alpha’, dated 1961, with the shield-shape case, and signature visible jade movement. The electro-...
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1960s North American Modernist Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Omega Seamaster Gold Capped Vintage Dress Watch, Manually Wound. Year c1964.
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage manually wound Omega Seamaster features a 34 mm gold capped case with stainless steel case back and date function. Fitted to its original gold capped Omega bracelet, this...
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1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual With Original Patinated Dial 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 1007 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1964 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diamet...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 1960s Oysterdate Precision 6694 Steel Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1966 Rolex Oysterdate Precision Reference 6694 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Oyster Case, 17 Jewel Caliber 1225 Manual wind movement, ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Oversize Omega Wrist Watch ca' 1947
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
An Omega wrist watch ca' 1947. Oversize steel case measuring approx. 37.5 mm. Reference 2609. Robust construction, movement #265. Original dial with patina.
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1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Ref 3420 Yellow Gold Mechanical Gents Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Patek Philippe Reference 3420 Wrist watch. 34 M.M. 3 Piece 18k yellow Gold case, 18 Jewel, Mechanical, manual wind Nickle lever movement, Original, Excellent mint conditio...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Precision 1940's Vintage Platinum "Star Dial" ladies Watch Extremely Rare
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Rolex Precision 1940's Vintage Platinum "Star Dial" ladies Watch Extremely Rare Vintage Ladies Rolex Diamond & Platinum Watch - Mechanical movement. Platinum case with diamond bezel...
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1940s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Style Watch with Original Dial, 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Curvex Style / Reference 473 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width ...
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial Early 40's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm x Width 23mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 19 Jewels / Caliber 982 DIAL / HANDS: Original Sterling Silver Dial with 18Kt. Gold Applied Numerals / Gilt Hands ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 16mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This classic Art Deco Style watch was produced by the iconic American house of Hamilton. It is in excellent original condition and very dependable. Hamilton was renowned for their navigational ships chronometers...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Van Cleef & Arpels Mid-Century Gold Padlock Watch Bracelet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Lock up precious time with this Van Cleef & Arpels mid-century padlock gold watch bracelet. With a chic modern style, this one-of-a-kind and collectible timepiece will make sure you...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Seiko Chronograph ref 6139-8001 Japan Automatic 17 jewels c1969 Mens' Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This elegant & rarely seen Seiko Chronograph ref 6139-8001 c1969 watch is proud to have ALL ORIGINAL PARTS Despite being over 50 years old, the t...
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1960s Japanese Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Tudor Manual Wind Dresswatch, Super Provenance, Circa 1960.
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage and very attractive, manual wind, round 9k yellow gold cased Tudor, with sub seconds dial and ivory coloured arabic numeral dial, is presented in excellent condition give...
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1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Breitling Chronomat ref 808 Wristwatch, 175 Manually Movement, Circa 1962.
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage and rare Breitling Chronomat reference 808 features a 39mm case and white dial, powered by a venus 175 manually wound movement, and rotating bezel. The chronograph second...
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1960s Vintage Wrist Watches

Universal Lady's Rose Gold Wristwatch Retailed by Tiffany & Co circa 1940s
Located in Stamford, CT
Universal Lady's Rose Gold Wristwatch Retailed by Tiffany & Co, circa 1940s 18k rose gold Length: 31.4mm Width: 19.4mm Case thickness: 8mm Dial: Silvered with gold tone marker...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co. by Schaffhausen International Watch Company Art Deco Style Watch
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: International Watch Company, Schaffhausen Switzerland STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14 Kt. Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 37mm X Diam...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Jaeger-LeCoultre Rose Gold Bracelet Mechanical Wristwstch, 1940’s
Located in Chicago, IL
Mechanical movement, retro 18K rose gold box chain bracelet watch by Jaeger-LeCoultre. Caliber 101. their smallest back-winder movement which w...
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1940s Retro Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Titus Art Deco Odeonesque Concealed Cocktail Bracelet Watch Diamonds Gold 1940s
By Titus
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco diamond and synthetic ruby odeonesque concealed bracelet and cocktail watch in 19.2kt yellow gold and platinum, signed Titus, Portugal, 1940s. This exquisite piece boasts a ...
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1940s Portuguese Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Carven Golden Metal Watch Paved with Glass Paste Cabochons, 1960s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Carven - Golden metal watch paved with glass paste cabochons. Functional watch dating from the 1960s. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 18 c...
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1960s French Vintage Wrist Watches

Orologio da Polso da Donna in Oro Rosa Marvin
Located in Milano, IT
Orologio da polso da donna marca svizzera Marvin in oro rosa 18k anni '60, cassa diametro 20 mm. / 0.787 inches. Movimento a carica manuale, in buone...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bulova Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1950's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bulova Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Width 21mm ...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Omega 565 Steel Men's Wrist Watch with Date
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Smart looking with casual flair, this vintage Omega 565 Men's Automatic Wrist Watch with Date has a 245 quick set 17 jewel automatic movement. Circa 1960's, in size 33mm, this fine v...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Precision Gold Wristwatch c1947
Located in London, GB
Vintage Rolex Precision wristwatch with rare “Thunderbird” bezel dated Circa 1947. Snap back 18ct gold case with straight, tapered, curved lugs. Rare milled “Thunderbird” bezel with indented square markers for the hours and a double square marker for 12. Case marked Rolex, with the Rolex crown...
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1940s Swiss Post-War Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Tissot Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Original Dial from 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tissot Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIO...
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Rose Gold Watch With Tube Bracelet
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Patek Philippe women's wristwatch with manual winding on 18k rose gold tube bracelet 1940s. Solid gold case and strap. The case measures 17x19 mm. / 0.669x0.748 inches, the tube...
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1940s Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

18k Gold Men's Watch Omega Constellation Chronometer
Located in Montreal, QC
Omega Constellation chronometer, automatic day-date 18k gold men's watch with leather strap, circa 1960-69. Lug width 19mm, mechanical ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Alsta Inca Bloc Chronograph 1960's Ref. # 732, Valjoux Caliver #7730
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Alsta Incabloc Valjoux Chronograph 1960's Ref. 732 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for sale. Min...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date With Diamond Bezel & Custom Purple Dial 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Rare Blackened Gold Bulgari Watch Tubogas Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare version of the iconic Bulgari Tubogas watch made in alternated blackened and yellow 18k gold. The case is pear-shaped, with white face, gold batons and gold bar indices decor...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wittnauer 3 Register Chronograph Valjoux Cal. #72 Ref. 800 Vintage 1940's
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage 1940's Wittnauer 3 Register Chronograph Valjoux 72 Ref. 800 Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for...
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1960s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Omega 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold with Unique Original Quadrant Dial Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Seamaster Automatic METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 40mm X Diameter 34mm CIRCA: 1962 MOVEMENT / ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Gruen Gold Filled Art Deco Curvex Watch with Diamond Dial 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Gruen Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 449 METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 22mm...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

VINTAGE OMEGA TIFFANY & CO. CHRONOMETRE 14K REF. # 2364 1940's
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Here is a fantastic piece of Omega history from 1940's, One of the first Chronometers with ref. 2364 in super all original condition with solid 14K band & buckle. It is increasingly ...
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1940s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage 1966 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Salmon Dial 14K Yellow Gold Watch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 53.53 grams 14K yellow gold ROLEX Swiss made watch. The "Rolex" trademark (or hallmark) can also be found on the i...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Universal 18K Yellow Gold Model 820 Men's Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Smart looking with a square case made of 18K yellow gold, this unusual vintage Universal Men's Wrist Watch is a unique addition to one's coveted watch collection. With simple elegance, this circa late '40's square case (no. 18203-1) measures a modest 1-1/8 x 1-1/8 square. The retro watch face...
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1940s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique, New and Vintage Wristwatches

Antique, new and vintage 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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