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Ulysse Nardin Stainless Steel Drs. Pulsation Full Size Chronograph from 1940s
By Ulysse Nardin
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 54mm x Diameter 44mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
ROLEX Yellow Gold Bubbleback Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Rolex yellow gold Bubbleback wristwatch, Ref. 3131. 18k yellow gold, automatic movement. Original crown, excellent quality refinished California dial.
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Patek Philippe 18 Karat Gold Classic Calatrava with Original Dial, circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 18 Karat Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 38 mm X 31 mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Longines Palladium Rectangular Wristwatch Retailed by Tiffany
Co. circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in Stamford, CT
USA by Longines Palladium 728113
Movement: Longines Watch Co Swiss 17 Jewels 7134667
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Eska Nickel Silver Rare Two Register Chronograph with Original Dial, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Nickel Silver
CIRCA / YEAR: Circa 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 34mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
LeCoultre Rose Gold Stainless Steel Manual Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s LeCoultre Wrist Watch, 32 MM Stainless Steel 3 Piece Case with Tear drop lugs, Rose
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
PATEK PHILIPPE Rose Gold Wristwatch with Large Lugs circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
18K Rose Gold Ref 2428 Patek Philippe, circa 1940s, manual wind nickel lever movement. Excellent
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch Retailed by Bucherer circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Offered in entirely original condition, this 1940s Rolex dress wristwatch was sold at esteemed
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Retailed by Cartier Rose Gold Manual Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Patek Philippe Gents wrist watch retailed by Cartier. 18K Rose Gold 40 X 20 MM 2 piece
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Longines Rose Gold Rectangular Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
This Longines 14k rose gold wristwatch features an elegant rectangular dial and a manual-wind movement. Engraving in the back "Syd from Lil 1942" (can be removed upon request).
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Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Universal Genève 18 Karat Solid Rose Gold Art Deco Drs. Chronograph from 1940s
By Univeral Geneve
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Rose Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 40mm X 34mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Patek Philippe Rose Gold Square Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Patek Philippe 18k Rose Gold Square Wristwatch, 28 X 28mm Case, Circa 1940s. Manual-Wind Movement
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Longines Yellow Gold Oversized Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in Chicago, IL
18K Yellow Gold Longines Two-Register Chronograph in a Three-Piece 36mm Case, Circa 1940s. Signed
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Rose Gold Calatrava Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Patek Philippe 18k rose gold Calatrava wristwatch, circa 1940s, three-piece snap-back case, 30 mm
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch with Unusual Bezel circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
1940s 14k yellow gold Cartier wristwatch, heavy ribbed case. Manual-wind Cartier movement, gilt
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Patek Philippe Ref. 2451 Stainless Steel Calatrava Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Patek Philippe stainless steel Calatrava wristwatch, circa 1940s, 30 mm, waterproof case with
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Rose Gold Tank Obus Wristwatch with Bracelet circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18k rose gold Cartier wristwatch. Manual-wind European Watch and Clock movement with an unrestored
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Fantastic Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Wristwatch circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
35mm, it is also rather large for a 1940s dress watch. Gorgeous overall condition.
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe Lady
s Rose Gold Wristwatch with Unusual Lugs circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe strap and rose gold buckle. Original strap, buckle and box. Circa 1940s.
This watch
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
1940s Rolex Oyster Athlete Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The evolution of the Rolex sport watch is clear upon examination of this unique vintage wristwatch
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Van Cleef
Arpels 18 Karat Gold and 3.0 Carat Diamond Timepiece, circa 1940s
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
1940s Fitted Van Cleef & Arpels Box
Made in Switzerland
Stephanie Windsor guarantees the proper
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1940s Patek Philippe Gold Vintage Calatrava Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 1940s 18k Yellow Gold Calatrava Gents Wristwatch 96, silver dial with index batons, small seconds
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Midsize Oyster Perpetual Automatic Wristwatch, 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
loaded non Rolex Oyster style band. Pre-owned with box. Circa 1940's. Known to be the only one of it's
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Jaeger-LeCoultre Yellow Gold Bracelet Mechanical Wristwatch, 1940s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold box-chain watch bracelet, in 18k. Jaeger-LeCoultre. Mechanical movement, Caliber 101
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster perpetual Automatic Wristwatch, 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1948 Rolex Oyster perpetual Reference 1002 Wrist Watch 14K yellow Gold 34 MM 2 Piece Oyster
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Longines 14 Karat Solid Gold Art Deco Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT
This great looking art deco watch was produced in the late 1940's. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Omega Ladies Platinum Diamond Vintage Manual Cocktail Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Omega
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
platinum fineness mark (PT-0.950).
This impressive vintage 1940's cocktail watch is supplied with an
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1940s Vacheron Constantin Gold Ladies
Wristwatch, Retailed by Cartier, Paris
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New York, NY
A Retro rose gold bracelet watch comprised of sugarloaf-shaped paillettes, in 18k. Vacheron
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Universal Genève 18 Karat Rose Gold Art Deco Style Chronograph, circa 1940s
By Univeral Geneve
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Universal Geneve Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Two Register Chronograph
METAL
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Chalet Gold Filled Art Deco Watch from 1940
s Swiss Made
Located in Long Beach, CA
Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm X Width 22mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
1940
s Swiss Vintage Triple Calendar Large Mens Watch - 18K Gold
By Titus
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1940's SWISS Vintage Triple Calendar Large Mens Watch - 18K Gold
Gorgeous All Original Condition
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Bucherer Platinum
18Kt. Gold Ladies Dress Style Watch 1940
s
By Bucherer
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Platinum & 18Kt. Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 31mm X Width 10mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Platinum
Rolex Steel Ladies Watch with Original Dial from 1940
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 29mm X Diameter 21mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Longines Platinum Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch from 1940
s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Platinum and Diamonds / Period Steel Bracelet
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Rolex Centregraph Gold Filled Ladies Wrist Watch circa, 1940
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 28mm X Diameter 22mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Patek Philippe Platinum Pocket Watch from 1940
s Hand Made
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Platinum
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 44mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 18
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Platinum
Rogers Rose Gold Filled Art Deco Wristwatch Made in Switzerland Circa 1940
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Rose Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm x Width 24mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Wittnauer Art Deco Ladies Watch all Original from 1940
s
By Wittnauer
Located in Long Beach, CA
Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 27mm X Diameter 15mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Paul Breguette Art Deco Tank Style Wrist Watch, Circa 1940
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 36mm x 21mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Longines Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shape Watch from 1940
s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Width 21mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Mathey Tissot Gold Filled Watch in New Condition, Circa 1940
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 14k Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm x Width 25mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Helbros Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940
s Tonneau Shape
By Helbros
Located in Long Beach, CA
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Length 28mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Omega Steel Art Deco 1940
s Watch with Original Period Bracelet
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm X Diameter 20mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rogers Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial, circa 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
Tissot Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch, Circa 1940
s
By Tissot
Located in Long Beach, CA
the 1940's. The watch is all original and keeps excellent original time. You can count on this watch
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Hamilton Rose Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch from 1940
s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE:
STYLE / REFERENCE:
METAL / MATERIAL: Rose Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch from 1940
s with Original Dial
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diameter 28mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Enamel Dial Railroad Pocket Watch 1940
s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 57mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
1940
s Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum
Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1940's ROLEX Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - Platinum & Diamonds
Very Rare & Beautiful - Luxurious
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Platinum
Longines Stainless Steel Art Deco Ladies Watch with Cord Band from 1940
s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm X Diameter 21mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Croton Aquamatic Gold Filled Watch with Original Patinated Dial and Hands 1940
s
By Croton
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Diameter 32mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Juvenia Ladies !4Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Watch with Diamonds circa 1940
s
By Juvenia
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Platinum and White Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 29mm X Width 10mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Rogers Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Style Watch with Original Dial 1940
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length X Diameter
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Stainless Steel
1940’S Movado “ANTI-DUST”
By Movado
Located in New York, NY
A military rare and in mint condition Movado with rare “ANTI-DUST” dial from the 1940’s. 33mm snap
Category
20th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches
Cuervo
Sobrinos Silver Niello and Gold Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch 1940
s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
Deco
METAL / MATERIAL: Silver / Rose Gold and Niello Inlayed
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Wittnauer Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Unique Dial 1940
s
By Wittnauer
Located in Long Beach, CA
This classic Art Deco watch was produced by the legendary house of Wittnauer, one of Switzerlands
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled, Stainless Steel
Elgin Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from the 1940
s
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 32mm Length X 26mm Diameter
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
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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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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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