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1940
s 18K Pink Gold Watch sold by
Serpico y Laino
by Rolex
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An 18 Karat Pink Gold Watch sold by 'Serpico y Laino' by Rolex - sub-second hand, honey-comb dial
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Paul Breguette Rose Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1940
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diameter 32mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Rolex Oversized "Cushion" Shape 1940
s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rolex Stainless Steel Oversized Cushion Shape with Arabic Numeral Dial. ref #4547
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe 1940s Gents Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Patek Philippe Wrist watch, 40 X 24 M.M. 2 Piece 18K yellow Gold case. 18 Jewel
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1940
s TIFFANY
CO. Ladies Vintage Watch - 14K Gold with Diamonds
Rubies
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Suwanee, GA
with a 5.0 star rating.
1940's TIFFANY & CO. Ladies Vintage Watch - 14K Gold with Diamonds & Rubies
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Men
s Omega Seamaster Ref.2398-5 Automatic Bumper, circa 1940s Swiss LV737
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
"Vintage classic, men's Omega Seamaster cal.332 automatic bumper watch, c.1947. Verified authentic
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Rolex 1940s Iconic Bubbleback Yellow Gold Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Rolex Reference 3131 "Bubbleback" 32 M.M 14k Yellow Gold 3 piece Oyster case
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ladies 1940
s Rose Gold Patek Philippe
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Ladies Triple Signed and Numbered Rose Gold, Retro, Patek Philippe. 18K Rose Gold Head on Removeable 14K Rose Gold Link Bracelet ( not Patek Signed ), Manual wind movement.
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, 14k Gold
PATEK PHILIPPE Rare Stainless Steel Pocket Watch circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
1940s Patek Philippe stainless steel pocket watch, 45mm signed and numbered case, manual wind 18
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex 1940
s Stainless-Steel Pink Markers
Special Lugs
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rolex 1940's Stainless-Steel Pink Markers & Special Lugs
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Tiffany
Co. Platinum Diamond Art Deco Bracelet Manual Watch, 1940s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Platinum
CIRCA: 1940's
DIMENSIONS: 30mm X 9mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Mens Omega 14191 14k Gold Jumbo 36mm Manual Wind 1940s Vintage Swiss Luxury JM12
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE : Switzerland
YEAR OF MANUFACTURE : 1940s
MOVEMENT : Manual wind
CASE MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Winton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shape from 1940
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Width 22mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Minerva Stainless Steel Art Deco 3 Register Chronograph, circa 1940
s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length x Diameter
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
1940s Zenith Large and Impressive Retro Yellow Gold Diamond Wrist Watch
By Zenith
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Zenith Ladies High Retro Style Bracelet Wrist Watch, measuring 6 5/8 inches in length
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Nicolet Solid White Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Period Bracelet, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
White Gold Associated Matching Steel Bracelet
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 44mm x
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Tiffany
Co Lady
s Yellow Gold and Diamond Bracelet Watch circa 1940s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Tiffany & Co lady's 14k yellow gold manual-wind bracelet watch with a 17-jewel Concord movement
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Vintage Chronograph Stainless Steel 1940
s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Vintage Cosmograph Stainless Steel Rolex from 1930's with Rolex Service Papers. Rolex Service
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe
Cie. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Tank Watch, circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 18Kt. Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 42mm X 20mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Mathey Tissot 1940
s Stainless Steel Chronograph
Located in New York, NY
the watch measures 35mm in diameter and is unpolished.
Perhaps the most important feature of this
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1940s Retro 14K Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Flip Top Wrist Watch
Located in Birmingham, AL
This remarkable 1940's Retro watch is made up of 14k rose gold with an asymmetrical bejeweled
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
Jaeger-LeCoultre Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Black Dial circa 1940s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Jaeger-LeCoultre 18k Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Black Dial with Roman Numerals. Subsidiary
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Lady
s Yellow Gold and Diamond Retro Braclet Watch circa 1940s
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic and feminine Retro watch created by Boucheron in the 1940s. Made of 18k yellow gold and set
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Air King 1940s Steel Case Automatic Self Winding Scarce Dial Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
condition Silver Satin Dial with Scarce raised Arrowhead Markers. New Brown Lizard Strap, watch length 7 3/4
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Mens Omega cal 30SCT2 14k Gold Manual Wind Dress Watch 1940s Vintage NA118B
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage luxury, Men's 14k solid gold Omega cal 30SCT2 manual wind dress watch, c.1940s, in
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Omega cal 30SCT2 14k Gold Manual Wind Dress Watch 1940s Vintage NA118
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
MODEL : dress watch
COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURE : Switzerland
YEAR OF MANUFACTURE : c.1940s
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Art Deco Blancpain 8 Carat Total Diamond and Platinum Ladies Wrist Watch
By Blancpain
Located in Hicksville, NY
Blancpain Diamond Wrist Watch - Platinum, Diamonds
Features:
8.0 carats total Round Brilliant
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Movado Saint Christopher Coin Wind-Up Watch, circa 1940s
By Movado
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned: An item that has been used previously.
Runs perfectly,
Very unique timepiece.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
ROLEX 1940
s 18K Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
ROLEX 1940's One Inch Square 18K Rose Gold/Stainless Steel Wristwatch.
Beautiful silver dial
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Universal Geneve Chronograph 18k Rose Gold 1940s Vintage Mens Watch
By Universal
Located in New York, NY
Universal Geneve Chronograph 18K Rose Gold 1940's Vintage Mens Watch.
34mm wide.
Manual Wind.
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Blancpain Platinum and 18 Karat Diamond Dress Watch, circa 1930s-1940s
By Blancpain
Located in Long Beach, CA
sometime in the 1930's. The watch has just been serviced by our team and is now ready to be worn on a
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
VINTAGE OMEGA TIFFANY
CO. CHRONOMETRE 14K REF. # 2364 1940
s
By Omega
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Here is a fantastic piece of Omega history from 1940's, One of the first Chronometers with ref
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Rolex Precision, circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Princeton, NJ
Brand: Rolex
Model: Precision
Reference: n/a
Year: 1940s
Material: 18kt Yellow Gold
Size: Less than
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1940
s Cartier Vintage Art Deco Mens Top Hat Wristwatch - Palladium
Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Palladium
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Enamel Dial Railroad Pocket Watch, 1940s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
watches. After the war, Hamilton continued to innovate, and the company introduced several new watch
Category
Vintage 1910s Swiss Modern Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
1940s Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Pocket Watch for Bailey Banks
Biddle
By Bailey, Banks
Biddle
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Art Deco Pocket Watch, for Bailey Banks & Biddle, 42 M.M. Diameter and 8 M.M. thick 3
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tudor, Men
s Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Tudor
Located in Braintree, GB
Tudor - men's manual winding wristwatch, c.1940's
Gender: Mens Vintage
Ref NR : 603089
Case size
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
1940
s Angelus Vintage Large Mens Triple Calendar Chronograph, 18K Gold Plated
By Angelus
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Longines 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in Dallas, TX
Longines 18K Yellow gold Wrist watch Circa 1940's - Manual winding; 17 jewels. 18K yellow gold ( 35
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage mens Rolex Oyster Royal manual winding wristwatch, Circa 1940's
Gender: Mens Vintage
Model
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Oyster Royal Manual Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage mens Rolex Oyster Royal manual winding wristwatch, Circa.1940's
Gender: Mens Vintage
Model
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
1940
s ROLEX PRECISION Vintage Mens Rare Ref. 3923 18K Rose Gold
SS
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites.
1940's ROLEX PRECISION Vintage Mens Ref. 3923 Coin Edge Watch - 18K Rose Gold
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Omega Rose Gold Oversize Mechanical Wristwatch, 1940s
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Omega Wrist Watch, 37 M.M. 18K Rose Gold 3 piece Case, the case is unsigned and is
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1940s Rolex Anti Magnetic Steel chronograph
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Steel cased, Tear Drop Lug Rolex Anti Magnetic chronograph, 2 register, 3 Piece Case, Cal. 23 Manual wind Nickel lever movement. Original Dial, triple signed case, Movement and dial....
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Yellow Gold Tank Manual Wristwatch, 1940s
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Audemars Piguet Wrist watch, 33 X 25 MM 18K Yellow Gold Case with Flared lugs. 18 Jewel
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vacheron
Constantin Ladies 1940s Rose Gold Mechanical Wristwatch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Vacheron & Constantin Ladies Wrist Watch, 17 M.M. 18K Rose Gold 2 Piece Case with
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Rolex Ladies Rose Gold Oyster Manual Wristwatch, 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Rolex 14K Rose Gold Ladies Wrist watch, 21 MM Diameter and 7 MM thick 2 piece Oyster
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Invicta 18 Karat Rose Gold Art Deco Chronograph, circa 1940s
By Invicta
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 18kt Rose Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diameter 34mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Rolex 1940s Yellow Gold Automatic Bubble Back Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1948 Rolex Bubble Back Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. 3 Piece 14K Yellow Gold case with smooth Bezel
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Omega Stainless Steel 3 Register Chronograph Manual Wind, circa 1940s
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 1940's
DIMENSIONS: 42mm x 35mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Cal. 321
DIAL / HANDS
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Gold and Steel Tropical Series with California Romabic Dial from 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
Gold Bezel and Case / Stainless Steel Back
CIRCA: 1940's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Oyster Perpetual
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Charles Nicolet Rose Gold Filled New Old Stock Chronograph, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 47mm X 40mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Wittnauer Yellow Gold Filled Articulated Lugs Manual Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Wittnauer
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
DIMENSIONS: 40mm X 26mm
CIRCA: 1940's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Omega Yellow Gold Large Manual Wind Wristwatch, Circa 1940s
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Omega Wrist Watch, 18K yellow Gold 2 piece case with eccentric curved Lugs measuring 38
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Gold Square Chronometer with Unusual Lugs circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rolex made very few square watches over the years. This is a great example, suitable for a lady or
Category
Swiss Wrist Watches
Vacheron
Constantin Large Gold mechanical Wristwatch with Flared Lugs, 1940s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa late 1940s Vacheron & Constantin Wrist Watch, 33 MM 18K Yellow Gold 2 Piece Case with
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Lady
s Yellow Gold Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
gilt markers. Rope band. Pre-owned, circa 1940s.
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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1940s Swiss Watches For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of 1940s swiss watches for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 9k Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 20th Century. Pieces in our collection of 1940s swiss watches made by Retro jewelers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular. Omega, Avia and Bucherer each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Browse our collection of 1 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. There are many rose cut 1940s swiss watches for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of 1940s swiss watches for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for women.
How Much are 1940s Swiss Watches?
On average, 1940s swiss watches at 1stDibs sell for $2,143, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $10,823 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You
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.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About 1940s Swiss Watches
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024Some Swiss watches are so expensive for a few reasons. First, Switzerland has long been a major center for watch manufacturing. As a result, many artisans who have spent years studying the trade live and work there, painstakingly handcrafting movements and other components for watches and completing the assembly and finishing process. All that labor increases the cost of luxury Swiss watches while also limiting the number of them produced. Since the reputation of Swiss watches is so stellar, demand for them often vastly exceeds supply, which further adds to pricing. In addition, luxury watches manufactured in Switzerland often feature costly materials, such as genuine gold, platinum and titanium. Keep in mind that not all watches made in Switzerland are luxury timepieces. Makers also craft fashion watches in the country, so prices do vary. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Swiss watches.
- Why are Swiss watches the best?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024There are a few reasons why some watch lovers believe that Swiss watches are the best. For one thing, Switzerland is home to the Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres (COSC), a regulating agency that tests and certifies the chronometers in mechanical watches. Watchmakers must meet high benchmarks for precision, performance and quality to get COSC-certified. In addition, Swiss luxury watchmakers tend to favor fine materials, including sapphire glass, titanium, 18-karat gold, genuine leather and natural gemstones. The quality of the materials contributes to the visual appeal and longevity of Swiss watches. Since Switzerland is home to so many watchmakers, there are ample opportunities for would-be artisans to gain experience through apprenticeships. Thus, generation after generation, they learn time-honored crafting techniques that also account for the quality of Swiss watches. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Swiss watches.
- Why are Swiss watches so famous?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Swiss watches are so famous for several reasons. A number of the world's most well-known and prestigious watch brands, from Rolex to Patek Philippe, hail from Switzerland, giving the country deep roots in the history of luxury watches. Switzerland is also home to some of the most highly skilled artisans in the world, making Swiss-made watches and the components that power them of exceptional quality. Shop a wide variety of Swiss watches on 1stDibs.
- Which brands are Swiss watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Many brands are Swiss watches. Switzerland is home to around 700 watchmakers, making it the world's leading center for timepiece production. Some well-known Swiss watch brands are Angelus, Arnold Son, Audemars Piguet, Baume Mercier, Blancpain, Breitling, Breguet, Chopard, EBEL, Frederique Constant, Girard-Perregaux, Hublot, IWC Schaffhausen, Jaquet-Droz, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Longines, Montblanc, Omega, Panerai, Patek Philippe, Piaget, Richard Mille, Roger Dubuis, Rolex, Swatch, TAG Heuer, Tudor, Ulysse Nardin, Vacheron Constantin and Zenith. Shop a wide range of Swiss watches on 1stDibs.
- Who makes Swiss watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024Many companies make Swiss watches. The term “Swiss watch” can refer to any timepiece made in Switzerland. Among the hundreds of watchmakers who manufacture timepieces in the country are Angelus, Arnold Son, Audemars Piguet, Baume Mercier, Blancpain, Breitling, Breguet, Chopard, EBEL, Frederique Constant, Girard-Perregaux, Hublot, IWC Schaffhausen, Jaquet-Droz, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Longines, Montblanc, Omega, Panerai, Patek Philippe, Piaget, Richard Mille, Roger Dubuis, Rolex, Swatch, TAG Heuer, Tudor, Ulysse Nardin, Vacheron Constantin and Zenith. Keep in mind that the term "Swiss-made" is not the same as "Swiss." To be considered Swiss-made, a watch must meet standards set forth by the Swiss government. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Swiss watches.
- Are Versace watches Swiss-made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Versace watches are exclusively Swiss made. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. While Versace has at times inspired knockoffs, 1stDibs partners with only top-vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, Gucci watches are Swiss-made. Since 1972, Gucci has made all of its timepieces in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. Shop a collection of Gucci watches from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Hamilton watches became Swiss in 2003 when the watchmaker moved from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, to Biel, Switzerland. While based in the U.S., the company produced watches for the winners of the 1928 World Series and was the official watch for the employees of four commercial airlines. Shop a variety of Hamilton watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Bremont watches Swiss-made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Bremont watches are not Swiss-made. Bremont Watch Company is a British watchmaker based in England that focuses on luxury and aviation-themed timepieces. Always purchase Bremont watches from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a wide selection of authentic Bremont watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Longines watches Swiss made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Longines watches are Swiss made. The Longines headquarters are based in St-Imier, Switzerland since 1832, and each of their watches features a Swiss Made mark. Shop a range of Longines watches from some of the top boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
- Are Ball watches Swiss-made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Yes, Ball watches are Swiss-made. Although the company was founded in the United States, it relocated to La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, in the 20th century. Since then, Swiss artisans have done all the assembly and finishing work. Ball watches also feature Swiss movements and components. Some are made in-house, while others come from other Swiss makers, such as ETA. Explore a range of watches on 1stDibs.
- Is Philip Stein a Swiss watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024The answer to whether a Philip Stein watch is Swiss is a little complex. Philip Stein does have its headquarters in Switzerland and assembles its timepieces in the country. However, not all Philip Stein watches contain Swiss parts; some have movements and other components manufactured in Japan and elsewhere. As a result, not all Philip Stein watches can be correctly called Swiss-made, as the Swiss government reserves that term for watches that contain a certain percentage of Swiss-made parts. Explore a variety of Philip Stein watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024How much Swiss watches cost in Switzerland isn't that different from how much they sell for in the U.S. or elsewhere. You may sometimes enjoy modest cost savings by purchasing a watch in Switzerland. However, the country has a 20% value-added tax (VAT) that may offset any discounts you would get from buying abroad. Explore a diverse assortment of Swiss watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Zenith watches Swiss-made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024Yes, Zenith watches are Swiss-made. The luxury watchmaker has its atelier in Le Locle, which is in Neuchâtel, Switzerland. Founded in 1865, the workshop has the distinction of being the first modern watch manufacturer. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Zenith watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024Whether Hamilton watches are American or Swiss depends on the timepiece in question. Prior to 2003, Hamilton manufactured its timepieces in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. After the company's sale to the Swatch Group, its headquarters and manufacturing facility relocated to Biel, Switzerland. Explore a variety of Hamilton watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Almost all Rolex watches say “Swiss-Made” or “Swiss” on the watch face. Sometimes there is also the letter “T” included in this mark. Rolex is a Swiss brand and stands on the proud tradition of excellent Swiss timepiece construction. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
- What is a 1940s style dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
- Were there watches in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, there were watches in the 1960s. The first recorded wristwatch dates back to 1868, when Patek Philippe, a watchmaker founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek, designed a timepiece for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Shop a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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