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Wrist Watches For Sale
Period: Early 20th Century
Period: 1980s
Piaget 18K Gold Bracelet Watch Quartz
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the glamour of the 1980s with the Vintage 1980s Piaget 18kt Yellow Gold Watch. Encased in opulent 18kt yellow gold, both in its 30 x 32mm oval case and bracelet, ...
Category
1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Piaget 18k lapis diamond wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Kowloon City District, HK
30mm diameter, with lapis , diamond, 18k white gold
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Frederique Constant Worldtimer FC-718WM4H6 Box and Papers 2013
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to be able to offer this rare Frederique Constant accompanied by its inner box and papers dated 2013 in addition to our 12-month warranty.
This Frederique Constant ...
Category
1910s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Lady Piaget "Polo" Full Diamonds 18 Carats Yellow Gold Watch
By Piaget
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Piaget “Polo” watch in yellow gold set with a multitude of small brilliant-cut diamonds.Circa 1980-1990.
Quartz movement: 7P3 caliber
Weight of the watch: 81.8 g
Dial di...
Category
1980s French Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Lady TT Datejust MOP Diamond Dial Ruby Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Pedro, CA
Swiss Wrist - SKU 6917-TT-CHM-DIA-AM-BDS-JBL
Brand : Rolex
Model : Datejust (Non-Quickset Model)
Gender : Ladies
Metals : 14K/Stainless Steel
Case Size : 26 mm
Dial : Custom Mother...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Vintage Ladys 14k White Gold Croton Diamond Watch
By Croton
Located in Addison, TX
A stunning Ladies true vintage 14k white gold croton diamond watch.
The vintage patina look is something that is desired by majority of vintage je...
Category
Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rare Ebel Beluga 18k Yellow Gold Diamond & Sapphire Dial Watch Bracelet
By Ebel
Located in Montclair, NJ
This rare and very well-made ladies' Ebel Beluga wrist watch features a 24mm solid 18k yellow gold round shaped case encrusted with outstandingly fine quality diamonds throughout tot...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Omega Rose Gold Oversized Tonneau with Original Kiln Fired Enamel Print dial
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tonneau Shape
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Rose Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 53mm X Width 33mm
CIRCA: 1920's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual...
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Rolex, White Gold & Diamond Art Deco Wristwatch, Dated 1927
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A fine and rare Art Deco vintage wristwatch by Rolex made in 1927. This rare shaped ladies diamond Rolex was made in the height of the Art Deco pe...
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Ladies Datejust 26mm 18k Gold & Steel Watch ICED 1.5ct Diamonds White Dial
By Rolex
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 26mm Watch. A Pre-owned watch w/ Gift Box. Watch is 100% Authentic and Comes with Authenticity Card. Watch Reference is 69173 and is in Excel...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Steel
Vintage Omega De Ville 1365 Gold Plated Dress Watch
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Omega
Model: De Ville
Reference Number: 1365
Features: Gold Plated-Golden Dial
Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Movement: Quartz
Case Material: Gold Plated- Stainless...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Rolex President Midsize 6827 31mm Factory Champagne Diamond Dial 18K Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 6827
Serial: 8093***
Year: 1984
Model: Midsize President
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Band: 18K Yellow Gold
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Factory Champagne D...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Vintage and rare pink solid gold
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
Rolex Oyster solid deep pink gold early cushion shaped case
This watch is from late 20's early 30's
The first Oyster case produced by Rolex and it is
the first water proof watch in t...
Category
Early 20th Century European Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold
Art Deco Ladies Diamond Rolex Cocktail Watch in 18ct White Gold
By Rolex
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
An original 1920s fine quality ladies ‘cocktail’ wristwatch by Rolex in 18ct white gold case and the guilloche enamelled face surrounded by diamonds.
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
18KWG Cartier Diamond Face Tank Américaine Watch
By Cartier
Located in Seattle, WA
An iconic Cartier "Tank Américaine" women's watch in 18K white gold. Featuring 1.00ctw G-H/VS1-2 round pave diamonds around the face. The face measures 19mm x 35mm and has a Cartier ...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier Geneve ref 1830 Swiss Quartz Rectangle Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Being one of the most coveted & desirable timepieces,
this elegant 18K Gold Baume & Mercier Geneve,
ref 1830
is in great condition & in excellent working order
Dating bac...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Breitling B77346 Callisto Two Tone Vintage Ladies Watch
By Breitling
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Breitling B77346 Callisto Two Tone Vintage Ladies Watch
Elegance and sophistication are embodied in the Breitling B77346 Callisto, a vintage la...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Watch, circa 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A beautiful Cartier tank watch ca' 1980's. Gold plated 925 sterling case with manual movement and classic citrine cabochon crown. Includes service p...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Citrine
1986 Rolex Ladies Datejust 26MM 69178 Champagne Dial President Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex
Gender: Ladies
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold
Diameter: 26.00 mm
Weight: 72.15 grams
Ladies 18K yellow gold, ROLEX Swiss made watch. The "Rolex" trademark (or hallmark...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Elgin Pocket Watch Gold Plated Working 15 Jewels 11066484 Year 1905
By Elgin
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Vintage 1905 gold plated Elgin pocket watch that's 49mm in diameter and 14mm thick. The case is in good condition with a clean plastic crystal. The movement is working, 15 jewels, an...
Category
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Rolex Datejust Steel 1.20 Carat Custom Diamond Green Dial Men Watch 16014
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned.
1.0 Cttw Custom Diamond Bezel and 0.20 Cttw Custom Green Diamond Dial. The original Box and Papers are not included. Comes with a Chronostore presentation box and an auth...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Custom Iced Out Rolex Datejust Arabic Dial Jubilee Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
100% Authentic Rolex Datejust Iced out completely with collection quality vs white natural diamonds
20 carats in collection quality diamonds
yellow gold and...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond
Moschino 1980s Green Lizard Embossed Watch
By Moschino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the delightful Moschino 1980s Green Lizard Embossed Watch, a charming vintage timepiece that captures the essence of playful elegance and vibrant style. This adorable deadstock Moschino watch...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 5552
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Rolex Stainless Steel Reference 5500 Oyster Perpetual Chronometer. Three Piece 34 M.M. Case. 26 Jewel Automatic, self winding Moveme...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Baume & Mercier Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Baume & Mercier quartz yellow gold wristwatch, circa 1980.
In the 1980s, Baume & Mercier released a stunning yellow gold quartz wristwatch that quickly became a symbol of luxury and...
Category
1980s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget White Gold and Blue Lapis Dial Gents Wrist Watch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Piaget Wrist Watch, 23 x 23 M.M. 18k White Gold 2 Piece Case, 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind, nickle lever movement, Lapis Lazuli Stone Dial, white Gold hands. 7/8 inch ...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Orange Dial and Diamond Markers circa, 1980's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter ...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Van Buren Cocktail Watch White Gold Plate With Enamel Details
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the VanBuren 1920's Ladies Cocktail Watch, a stunning piece of Art Deco elegance. This vintage treasure features a gold-plated case and steel bracelet, adorned with intri...
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, White Gold, Enamel
Rolex 18038 President Day Date Silver Dial 18K Yellow Gold Box Papers
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 18038
Serial: 9556***
Year: 1986
Model: President Day Date
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Band: 18K Yellow Gold
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: S...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Rolex 68273 Midsize 31mm Datejust Blue Dial 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Box Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 68273
Serial: L854***
Year: 1989
Model: Datejust Midsize
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Fluted Be...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Art Deco Floral Sapphire Diamond Ladies Dress Watch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Stunning ornate art deco ladies diamond and platinum watch with sapphire accent in the shape of leaves on the case and channel set on the band. The sides of the case have ornate scr...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Rolex Datejust Midsize Ladies 31mm 18k Gold & Steel Gold Dial Watch Ref: 68273
By Rolex
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Datejust 31mm Watch
Pre-owned w/ Original Box & Card
100% Authentic Authenticity Card
Condition - (Great Condition) - See Pics
Watch Reference - 68273
Model - Datejust
Dial Co...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Eterna Brand Wrist Watches
By Eterna
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 23.3 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.25 ct.
The diamond is has G color and vvs clarity.
Total lenght is bracelet 18 cm.
Box is not included.
The ...
Category
1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
1984 Rolex Sea Dweller 16660 Black Dial Stainless Steel Box Service Paper
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16660
Serial: 8409***
Model: Sea Dweller
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Black
Dial: Black
Face: Sapphire Crys...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Rolex OysterQuartz Day-Date 36mm 18k Yellow Gold Mens Watch Silver Dial 19018
By Rolex
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex Oyster Quartz Day-Date 36mm Watch Head
Pre-owned w/ Original Box
100% Authentic Authenticity Card
Condition - (Great Condition) - See Pics
Watch Reference - 19018
Model - Day-...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Tank Louis 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind Swiss Dial 7808, 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Cartier
Model: Tortue
Year: 1980’s
Movement: Manual Wind
Serial number: 107xxxxxx
Reference: C03204
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Louis
Year: 1980’s
Serial Number: 78086...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Seiko Generation 1 7A28-7120 1988 Watch Only
By Seiko
Located in London, GB
Seiko Generation 1 7A28-7120 c.1988 Watch Only
Original, working Generation 1 Seiko Chronograph made for the British RAF in 1988. Having been used in ser...
Category
1980s British Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Seiko Generation 1 7A28-7120 1984 Watch Only
By Seiko
Located in London, GB
Original, working Generation 1 Seiko Chronograph made for the British RAF in 1984. Having been used in service as a tool watch will show some signs of age and minor blemishes howeve...
Category
1980s British Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold Manual Wind
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
This is a classic Rolex women's watch from 1980. The case is 14K yellow gold and measures 17mm square.
The dial of the watch is silver in color with non numeric stick hour markers.
...
Category
1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex 18 Kt Yellow Gold President 3055 Men's Wrist Watch w Bracelet, Box, Papers
By Rolex
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In rich eighteen karat 18K yellow gold, enjoy this iconic Rolex President 3055 Oyster Perpetual Day Date 36mm Men's Luxury Wrist Watch Model 18038. Circa 1983, this iconic style by Rolex style was worn by many of the influential movers and shakers of the period. This sophisticated timepiece, with champagne face, tritium hands, lumen dots, black chapter ring, fluted bezel and scratch resistant sapphire crystal is powered by a Swiss automatic movement 0642199. The signature Rolex 18 karat gold President Bracelet has a concealed folding crown clasp. Estate purchase from original owner. Fully serviced and in excellent condition, with Rolex leather...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref 68240
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Datejust 31 in stainless steel. Auto w/ sweep seconds and date. 31 mm case size. **Bank wire only at this price.** Ref 68240. Circa 1982. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch.
Certifie...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe, A Very Rare Calatrava 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch, Ref 3821/1
Located in Point Richmond, CA
PATEK PHILIPPE, A VERY RARE CALATRAVA 18K YELLOW GOLD BRACELET WATCH, REF. 3821/1.
CIRCA: 1985
CASE MATERIAL: 18k Yellow Gold
CASE SIZE: 31.5mm round x 5.2mm thick
CRYSTAL: Sapphire ...
Category
1980s Swiss Classical Roman Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner 18k yellow gold stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16803
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Submariner in 18k yellow gold and stainless steel. Automatic with date and sweep seconds. 40 mm case size. ** Bank wire only at this price.** Ref 16803. Circa 1985. Fine Pre-ow...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, Steel
Patek Philippe Classic 18k yellow gold Manual Wristwatch Ref 4429/1J
Located in Surfside, FL
Patek Philippe Classic ladies watch with Onyx dial in 18k yellow gold. Manual wind 16-250 Caliber 18-jewel movement. 23 mm case size. Ref 4429/1J. Circa 1980s. Fine Pre-owned Patek P...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 1920s Platinum & 18K Gold 1.1ctw Diamond Geometric Engraved Swiss Watch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco platinum, white gold, and diamond watch, comprising ninety round cut diamonds, set in platinum, with a platinum watch case, and an 18 karat white gold strap and safety ch...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Corum $20 gold piece 18k yellow gold Quartz Wristwatch Ref 1896
By Corum
Located in Surfside, FL
Corum $20 Gold Piece quartz watch with a diamond crown on a black crocodile strap with an 18k yellow gold Corum tang buckle. Quartz. 35 mm case size. Ref 1896. Circa 1980s. Fine Pre-...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Day-Date 18k yellow gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1803
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Day-Date in 18k yellow gold with custom diamond dial, bezel and custom President style diamond bracelet. Auto w/ sweep seconds, date and day. 36 mm case size. **Bank wire only ...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Art Deco Platinum Diamond Lady's Dress Watch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, circa 1920s platinum dress watch by Patek Philippe, featuring platinum case, adorned with rose and single cut diamonds, approx. 0.50ctw,...
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex Sea-Dweller stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref 1665
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Rolex Sea-Dweller in stainless steel. With original service papers dated 2008 and Rolex anchor. Auto w/ sweep seconds and date. 40 mm ca...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Rolex 16234 Datejust Silver Dial Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16234
Serial: R555***
Year: 1987
Model: Datejust
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K White Gold
Dial: Silver
Face: Sapphire Crystal...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Quantième 25668 BA 18k yellow gold Automatic Wristwatch
Located in Surfside, FL
Rare Audemars Piguet Quantième Perpétuel Automatique Skeleton in 18k yellow gold on a brand new, uncut, burgundy alligator strap with AP 18k deployant buckle. Automatic movement with...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Submariner 18k yellow gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16808
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Submariner in 18k yellow gold. Auto w/ sweep seconds and date. 40 mm case size. Ref 16808. **Bank Wire Only At This Price** Circa 1982. Fine Pre-owned Rolex Watch.
Certified ...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Explorer II stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref 16550
By Rolex
Located in Surfside, FL
Rolex Explorer II in stainless steel with fliplock oyster bracelet & yellow toned luminescence. Auto w/ sweep seconds and date. 39 mm case size. **Bank wire only at this price** Ref ...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex 15037 34mm Date Factory Champagne Diamond Dial 14K Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 15037
Serial: 9828***
Year: 1986
Model: Date
Case Material: 14K Yellow Gold
Band: 14K Yellow Gold
Bezel: 14K Yellow Gold
Dial: Factory Datejust Champagne Diamond...
Category
1980s Vintage Wrist Watches
Rolex Ladies Presidential Model 69138 Yellow Gold with Diamond Bezel and Dial
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1988 Rolex Presidential model Ladies Reference 69138 Wrist Watch, 26 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 3 piece water resistant Oyster case. After Mark...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Calatrava Vermeil 24mm Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a 1980's Cartier Calatrava watch in vermeil. The case of this watch measures 24mm in diameter.
The watch is powered by a Cartier manual wind...
Category
1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Rolex DAY-DATE 36mm President Men's 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dial Watch Ref 18248
By Rolex
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Rolex DAY-DATE 36mm Watch
Pre-owned w/ Original BoX
100% Authentic Authenticity Card
Condition - (Great Condition) - See Pics
Watch Reference - 18248
Model - Day-Date
Dial Color - Y...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 2.75Ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Watch 1909
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.75 carat diamond and 18k yellow gold, platinum set watch; part of our diverse diamond watch collections.
This stunning antique watch has be...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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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