$20,009
Rolex GMT-Master II 116713LN
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A GMT-Master II in stainless steel and yellow gold by Rolex.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-MASTER II Everose Gold 40mm with box and papers 2023
By Rolex
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
The Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II in 18 ct Everose gold with a black dial and an Oyster bracelet. *We can have it new or second hand You can request more info* Prices will vary- ...
Rose Gold, Gold
Rolex GMT Master II 126710BLNR 40mm Stainless Steel Batgirl Box Papers New 2023
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Rolex GMT-Master II 126710BLNR wristwatch, featuring a 40mm stainless steel case with a bidirectional rotating GMT bezel in blue and black. The black dial boasts lumi...
Stainless Steel
Rolex 126720VTNR "Sprite" GMT-Master II on Jubilee Bracelet Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rolex 126720VTNR "Sprite" GMT-Master II on Jubilee Bracelet Watch Brand: Rolex MPN: 126720VTNR Model: GMT-Master II Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm Crystal: Scrat...
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II 18K Rose Gold Root Beer Automatic Mens Watch 126715CHNR
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. 2023 card. Box and papers included. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model: GMT-Master II 126715CHNR Model Number: 126715CHNR Country/Region of Manufacture: Sw...
Rose Gold
Rolex GMT-Master II 18K Rose Gold Root Beer Black Dial Mens Watch 126715CHNR
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
General Information Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex GMT-Master II 126715CHNR Model Number: 126715CHNR Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Department: Men Style: Luxury Vintage: No Y...
Rose Gold
Unworn Rolex GMT-Master II Reference# 126713GRNR, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex GMT-Master II 126713GRNR is a distinguished addition to Rolex's GMT-Master II collection, introduced in 2023.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Unworn Rolex GMT-Master II 40 Reference# 126718grnr, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Released in 2023, this remarkable model marks the celebrated return of solid yellow gold to the GMT-Master II collection, offering a modern expression of Rolex’s professional-grade e...
Yellow Gold
Rolex GMT-Master II 126713GRNR
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Rolex GMT-Master in stainless steel and yellow gold. Featuring a black dial with applied hour markers and a date aperture. The watch also features a newly designed yellow gold...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II 126713GRNR
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 40mm Rolex GMT-Master in stainless steel and yellow gold. Featuring a black dial with applied hour markers and a date aperture. The watch also features a newly designed yellow gold...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
2023 Rolex GMT-Master II “Sprite” 126720VTNR Stainless Steel Oyster BNP
By Rolex
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to present this 2023 Rolex GMT-Master II “Sprite” 126720VTNR in Stainless Steel.
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II Batman 126710BLNR
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An unworn GMT-Master II Batman in Oystersteel from Rolex, featuring a black dial with a blue time zone hand and date display.
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II Batgirl 126710BLNR
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A GMT-Master II Batgirl in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with the date and a blue second time zone hand.
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II Batgirl 126710BLNR
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A GMT-Master II Batgirl in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with the date and a blue second time zone hand.
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II Batgirl 126710BLNR
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A GMT-Master II Batgirl in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with the date and a blue second time zone hand.
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II Sprite Left Handed 126720VTNR
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A GMT-Master II Sprite Left Handed by Rolex crafted in stainless steel.
Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II 126713GRNR Bumblebee Gold and Stainless Steel Jubilee
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
It features the subtle grey and black cerachrom insert with 24-hour graduations, set into a solid 18ct yellow gold rotating bezel, is powered by Rolex's multi-time zone self-winding ...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
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H 1.58 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in
Rolex GMT-Master II Batgirl Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 126710BLNR
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand and Model Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex GMT-Master II 126710BLNR Model Number: 126710BLNR Type and Style: Type: Wristwatch Style: Sport Department: Men Display: Analo...
Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II Sprite Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch 126720VTNR
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Fully sticker. 2023 Card. The original box and paper are included. Wrist size 7.25 Inches * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy ...
Steel
Unworn Rolex GMT-Master II Gents White Gold Black Dial B&P 116759SARU Automatic
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An Unworn 18k White Gold Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II Gents Wristwatch, black dial with applied hour markers, date at 3 0'clock, an 18k white gold bi-directional rotating bezel set...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi 40mm Full Set Unworn 2023 Steel Ref: 126710BLRO
By Rolex
Located in București, București
This model features a black dial and a two-colour Cerachrom bezel insert in red and blue ceramic. In addition to conventional hour, minute and seconds hands, the GMT-Master II featur...
Steel
Rolex GMT-Master II - Pepsi with white gold
By Rolex
Located in Double Bay, AU
The Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II in 18 ct white gold with a midnight blue dial and an Oyster bracelet. Reference 126719BLRO Condition: Brand new Material: 18k white gold Case:...
Rolex GMT Master II Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 126711 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch 126711 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel and 18K rose gold case 40.0 mm in diam...
Rose Gold, Steel
Rolex Black Oystersteel GMT-Master II 126720VTNR-0001 Men's Wristwatch 40 mm
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Rolex GMT-Master II 126720VTNR-0001 is a luxurious men's wristwatch renowned for its sleek and timeless design. Crafted from robust Oystersteel, the watch boasts a striking black...
Rolex GMT Master II Sprite Bezel Oyster Steel Mens Watch 126720 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Sprite Bezel Oyster Steel Mens Watch 126720 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter. Rolex logo on ...
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Sprite Bezel Oyster Steel Mens Watch 126720 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Sprite Bezel Oyster Steel Mens Watch 126720 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter. Role...
Rolex GMT Master II Sprite Bezel Oyster Steel Mens Watch 126720 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Sprite Bezel Oyster Steel Mens Watch 126720 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter. Rolex logo on ...
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Sprite Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126720 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Sprite Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126720 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter. Rolex log...
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter....
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter....
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter....
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter....
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter....
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter....
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter....
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Black Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Black Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement with GMT function. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diam...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Blue Red Pepsi Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Blue Red Pepsi Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter. Rol...
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement with GMT function. Stainless steel case 40...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Sprite Bezel Oyster Steel Mens Watch 126720 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Sprite Bezel Oyster Steel Mens Watch 126720 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter. Rolex logo o...
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Black Blue Batman Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Black Blue Batman Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter...
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Black Blue Batman Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Black Blue Batman Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter...
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diamete...
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diamete...
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl Black Blue Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diamete...
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Black Blue Batman Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Black Blue Batman Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter...
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement with GMT function. Stainless steel case ...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement with GMT function. Stainless steel case ...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Blue Red Pepsi Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Blue Red Pepsi Bezel Steel Mens Watch 126710 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel case 40 mm in diameter. R...
Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement with GMT function. Stainless steel case ...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713 Box Card
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713 Box Card. Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement with GMT function. Stainless steel case ...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Black Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713 Unworn
By Rolex
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rolex GMT Master II Yellow Gold Steel Black Grey Bezel Mens Watch 126713 Unworn. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement with GMT function. Stainless steel case 40 mm ...
Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Santos De Cartier Chronograph Two Tone Custom Diamond Watch W2SA0008
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Series: Santos Model: W2SA0008 Case Diameter: 44 mm Bracelet: 18k yellow gold / stainless steel Bezel: Custom diamond set Dial: Silver Carat Weight: 30.00 carats in ...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15407OR.OO.1220OR.01 Double Balance Wheel Iced Out
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel in 18K Rose Gold 15407OR Openworked Dial is an iconic masterpiece known for its sporty octagonal case shape, substantial link bracelet,...
Rose Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph Chocolate 26331OR.OO.1220OR.02 NEW
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Truly unworn piece. Brushed finished 18kt rose gold case & bracelet with polished beveled corners. Brushed finished 18kt rose gold case octagon design bezel, secured with 8 polis...
Rose Gold
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore White Ceramic 15707CB.OO.A010CA.01 Unworn
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Unleash the extraordinary with the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore White Ceramic 15707CB.OO.A010CA.01. This unworn masterpiece combines avant-garde design and horological precisio...
Stainless Steel
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 20.00 Carat Fancy Intense Diamond Earring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Mind blowing perfect matching pair of Gia Certified Natural Fancy Intens...
Yellow Diamond
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona Black PVD/DLC Coated Watch 116523 Please note: PVD/DLC coating and bezel have been customized aftermarket. We use the highest quality coati...
Yellow Gold, PVD-Coated, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Tiffany Limited Ediiton Yellow Gold Watch 5150J
By Patek Philippe
Located in Aventura, FL
Patek Philippe introduced the reference 5150 or “T150” in 2001 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the relationship between Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co. This model was offered ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Mens Datejust 41mm Stainless Steel Fully Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Mens Datejust 41mm Stainless Steel Fully Diamond Watch with Roman Numerals Pave Dial 116300 There are few watches more reliable, versatile, and durable than the Iced Out Role...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Exceptional Art Deco Mazer Pendant Brooch
By Mazer
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Art Deco Mazer Pendant Brooch from the 1930's. High Art Deco design with step faceted faux aquamarines and sapphires set within an intricate pave and baguette dangle sett...
Rhodium
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116505 Black Dial Pink Subdials 18K Rose Gold Box/Card
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Discover our collection of carefully evaluated and inspected pre-owned watches, each meticulously assessed and authenticated by our in-house certified horologists. Every piece underg...
Rose Gold
Cartier Santos Custom Diamond Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Watch WSSA0018
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier WSSA0018 Custom Diamond Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Watch Pave Black Roman Numeral Dial. Mechanical movement with automatic winding, caliber 1847 MC. Ste...
Diamond, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust II 41mm Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust II 41mm Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch with Rainbow Index Pave Diamond Dial 116300 The Rolex Datejust II 41 MM includes a 31 jewel movement, Rolex Quickset, aut...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Yacht-Master II Steel White Dial Automatic with box and papers
By Rolex
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
*We can have it new or second hand You can request more info* Prices will vary- Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 116680 Country/Region of Manufacture: S...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos De Cartier Custom Diamond Stainless Steel and Rose Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Series: Santos Model: WSSA0018 Case Diameter: 39.8 mm Bracelet: custom added 18k rose gold & stainless steel Bezel: Custom diamond set Dial: Original Blue Carat Weigh...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41mm 126303 Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 41mm Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch 126303 41mm Yellow Rolesor case with 904L steel monobloc middle case, screw-down steel back, 18K yellow gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 25721ST Custom Two Tone Rose Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 25721ST Custom Two Tone Rose Watch with Baguette Diamonds This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.
Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.
But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.
But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.
Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.
The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.
Find vintage Rolex watches, bracelets and more 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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A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
This model was designed for lefties.
Learn the devious techniques that counterfeiters use to sell inauthentic pieces at authentic prices. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller of Rolex watches is highly vetted.
From understanding the models to choosing among vintage, pre-owned and new watches, here’s our expert advice on finding the best Rolex for you.
As the cache goes on display at London’s Design Museum, we speak to its enigmatic owner about some of his rarest acquisitions.