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Which designer makes the best watches?

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Which designer makes the best watches?
Which designer makes the best watches is largely subjective. However, some designers have become widely known for their innovative creations. One such designer is the late Gérald Genta, the visionary responsible for some of the most iconic watches in the world, including the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, the Patek Philippe Nautilus, the Omega Constellation "Golden Bridge," the IWC Ingenieur and the Bulgari Bulgari. Among contemporary designers, Carlo Crocco of Hublot and Jacob Arabo of Jacob Co. are often lauded for their timepieces. Many founders of luxury watch brands were also highly skilled designers. Some examples include Antoni Patek and Adrien Philippe of Patek Philippe, Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet of Audemars Piguet, Abraham-Louis Breguet of Breguet, Louis-François Cartier of Cartier and Giovanni Panerai of Panerai. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of watches.
1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
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Louis Duchene Cie. 18K Gold Enamel Pearl Diamond Set Lyre Form Watch, c.1810
Located in New York, NY
Rare Louis Duchene Cie. 18K Gold polychrome enamel, pearl and diamond set lyre form keywound verge watch with concealed dial and open back window Circa 1810 Musical instruments...
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Antique Early 19th Century European Neoclassical Pocket Watches

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Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Waltham Pocket Watch with Chain Fob in Rose Gold and Heraldic Crest
Located in New York, NY
The antique Waltham pocket watch, paired with its chain and fob, is a remarkable example of late 19th-century American craftsmanship. Constructed in 14K rose gold, this timepiece com...
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Antique 1890s American Aesthetic Movement Pocket Watches

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Rose Gold

1947 Rolex Precision Vintage Mens Claw Lugs Square Dress Watch, 14K Rose Gold SS
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

1973 Omega De Ville Vintage Mens Automatic Watch with Chocolate Bronze Dial - SS
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

CARTIER LANIER Ladies 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Watch
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

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White Gold

1966 Omega (Seamaster) Rare Cal. 560 Vintage Mens 10K Gold Filled Stainless St
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled, Stainless Steel

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