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Patek Philippe Gents 1940s Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s very fine and clean Gents Patek Philippe Pocket Watch, 45 M.M. 3 piece 18k Yellow Gold
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rima Ladies 14Kt Solid Rose Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Ruby Accents 1940
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14Kt Solid Rose Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 14mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
1940
s Patek Philippe Vintage Calatrava Ref. 96 Mens Watch - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1940's PATEK PHILIPPE Vintage Calatrava Ref. 96 Mens Watch - 18K Gold
One of the Most Classic Pateks
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
1940s 14kt Gold Rolex Orchid Watch
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous Rolex Orchid ladies watch crafted of 14kt Gold. Features a white dial and gold number
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Welbros Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Tank Watch with Custom Blue Dial from 1940
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 38mm Length X 28mm Diameter
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Rolex 1940
s Vintage Ref 6552 Steel Self winding Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1945 Rolex Reference 6552 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M Stainless Steel 3 piece Oyster Case. Caliber
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
LeCoultre 1940s Moonphase Calendar Mechanical Wrist Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s LeCoultre Wrist Watch, 40 X 23 MM and 7 MM thick Gold Filled 2 Piece case. 17 Jewel
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Tiffany
Company Movado 1940s Gold Pocket Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Movado for Tiffany & Company Pocket Watch, 44 M.M. X 8 M.M. Thick 14k Yellow Gold
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold
1940
s Rolex WWII British Military Vintage Antique Mens 50mm Pocket Watch Nickel
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1940's ROLEX WWII British Military Vintage Antique Mens 50mm Pocket Watch - Nickel
Please All-Original
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Other
LeCoultre 1940s Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s LeCoultre Wrist watch, 37 M.M. ( lug end to end ) X 22 M.M. 2 Piece 18K yellow Gold
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Ladies 18Kt Rose Gold Art Deco Watch with Cord Band from 1940
s Hand Made
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Reference 4211
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Rolex 1940s Bucherer Retailed Gold Filled Pocket Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Rolex for Carl Bucherer of Switzerland Pocket Watch, 44 M.M. 3 piece Gold Filled Case
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Rolex Precision 1940
s Vintage Platinum "Star Dial" ladies Watch Extremely Rare
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Rolex Precision 1940's Vintage Platinum "Star Dial" ladies Watch Extremely Rare
Vintage Ladies
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Rolex 1940s Rose Gold Ladies Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Ladies Rolex Wrist Watch, 36 M.M. ( lug end to end ) X 18 M.M. 2 piece 18k Rose Gold
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
15k Gold
Rolex Stainless Steel Manual Wind Pocket Watch, 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Rolex Precision Reference 9165 Pocket Watch 45 MM Stainless Steel 3 Piece case. 17
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Rayleigh WWII Military Wristwatch, 1940
s
By Rolex
Located in Braintree, GB
Rolex Oyster Rayleigh WWII Military Wristwatch.
Made in 1940s.
The wristwatch was designed to
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Wyler 14Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1940
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14Kt. Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 38mm X 24mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Wyler 14Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Watch with Original Dial from 1940
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14Kt. Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Width 24mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Longines Yellow Gold Art Deco Manual Watch, circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14Kt. Yellow Gold
DIMENSIONS: 39mm X 22mm
CIRCA: 1940's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Schulz Yellow Gold Original Dial Manual Watch, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 36 mm X 29 mm
CIRCA: 1940's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels / Cal. 10.5 Lignes
DIAL
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
1940
s Rolex WWII British Military Vintage Antique Mens 52mm Pocket Watch - Nick
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites.
1940's ROLEX WWII British Military Vintage Antique Mens 52mm Pocket Watch - Nickel
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Other
Gruen 14Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Original Dial Automatic Watch, circa 1940
s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14Kt. Solid Yellow Gold
DIMENSIONS: 39 mm X 31 mm
CIRCA: 1940's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Automatic Winding
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Eterna Watch Co. Steel Art Deco Ladies Watch in New Old Stock Condition, 1940s
By Eterna
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm x Width 18mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
18 Kt Gold Audemars Piguet Calatrava Vintage Rare Collectors Wrist Watch 1940
s
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Gold Audemars Piguet Calatrava Vintage Rare Collectors Wrist Watch
Extremely rare
Category
20th Century Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Vacheron Constantin 18 Karat Rose Gold Dress Watch, circa 1940s
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
. Rose Gold
DIMENSIONS: Length 41mm X Diameter 33mm
CIRCA: 1940's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Jewels
DIAL
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Benrus Gold Filled Art Deco Tortue Shape, circa 1940
s
By Benrus
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 40mm x 27mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Gruen Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Wrist Watch in Rare Model circa 1940
s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
COMMITMENT
This great looking watch was manufactured by the legendary house of Gruen in 1940. The watch is
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Tissot Stainless Steel Bumper Original Dial Automatic Watch, circa 1940s
By Tissot
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tissot Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Automatic
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Mens IWC Calatrava C83 14k Rose Gold 35mm Manual Wind 1940s Swiss Vintage NA113
By IWC
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Watch
CONDITION : Pre-owned
100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS
All of our vintage pre - owned watches
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Rima 14 Karat Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch from, 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
. Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 36 Length X 13 Width
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Ruxton Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shaped Wristwatch from 1940
s
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 34mm x 28mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Gruen White Gold Filled Art Deco Ladies Watch with Original Bracelet 1940s
By Gruen
Located in Long Beach, CA
: White Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X Width 14mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Rolex Yellow Gold Top Oyster Essex with Original Dial from 1940
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Yellow Gold Filled Top
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm x Diameter 28mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Audemars Piguet 1940s Retro Yellow Gold Back Wind Mechanical Bracelet Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Audemars Piguet Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet Wrist Watch, measuring 6 7/8 inches in
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Wittnauer Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Watch with Original Box, circa 1940s
By Wittnauer
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14kt Yellow Gold Filled
CIRCA: 1940's
DIMENSIONS: 40mm X 23mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Waltham Yellow Gold Filled Art Deco Cushion Shape Manual Watch, circa 1940s
By Wittnauer
Located in Long Beach, CA
Gold Filled
DIMENSIONS: 35 mm X 28 mm
CIRCA: 1940's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Tiffany
Co. Watch Ladies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Face Wristwatch, 1940s
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Wallkill, NY
Lovely 1940's Tiffany and company 14K Gold Watch and band. 17 Jewel adjusted 2 positions. Watch is
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Breitling 1940s Rose Gold Chronograph Wrist Watch
By Breitling
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1945 Breitling Chronograph Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. 18k Rose Gold 3 piece case, Rose Gold Flat
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Patek Philippe
Cie. Steel Art Deco Open Faced Pocket Watch, circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Acier / Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 46mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 18
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
1940s Le Coultre Gold Men
s Wrist Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Le Coultre Watch
Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Rectangle with Fancy Open Lugs
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Universal Geneve Stainless Steel Aero Compax 3 Register Chronograph circa 1940
s
By Universal Genève
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 45mm x Diameter 37mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Steel Bubble Back with Romabic Dial 1940
s with Original Ladder Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 32mm X Diameter 38mm
MOVEMENT
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Longines Rare Art Deco Tank with Unique Original Crystal and Circa 1940
s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
Gold Filled
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm x Width 23mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
LeCoultre Steel and Rose Gold Wrist Watch 1940s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940 LeCoultre Wrist Watch in a Stainless Steel and Rose Gold top 2 piece case with Flared
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Gold-filled, Stainless Steel
Gubelin 18kt. Yellow and White Gold Handmade Art Deco Ladies Watch, circa 1940s
By Gubelin
Located in Long Beach, CA
. Yellow and White Gold
DIMENSIONS: 26 X 16
CIRCA: 1940's
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: 17 Jewels / Manual wind
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Longines Platinum and Diamond Ladies Dress Watch, circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 42mm X 10mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels
DIAL
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Abercrombie and Fitch Stainless Steel Chronograph from 1940
s
By Abercrombie
Fitch
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 45mm x 42mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Mens Rolex Precision Ref 4282 14ct Solid Gold Manual Wind 1940s Swiss RA234
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: Switzerland
YEAR OF MANUFACTURE : c.1940s
MOVEMENT : Hand-wind
CASE MATERIAL : 14k Rose Gold
CASE
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Breitling Chronomat Steel Chronograph – 1940s
By Breitling
Located in Lisboa, PT
Breitling Chronomat Steel Chronograph – 1940s
This 1940s Breitling Chronomat is a highly
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Blancpain Platinum Watch and 18 Karat Diamond Bracelet, circa 1930s-1940s
By Blancpain
Located in Long Beach, CA
ladies evening watch sometime in the 1930's. The watch has just been serviced by our team and is now
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Rolex for Tudor Steel Skyline Centrograph with Original Dial 1940
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 35mm X Diameter 29mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Abercrombie and Fitch Steel Chronograph Watch with Original Dial, circa 1940s
By Abercrombie
Fitch
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Stainless Steel
CIRCA: 1940
DIMENSIONS: 45mm X 36mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 17 Jewels
DIAL
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
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
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
Case size(Including Crown
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Movado for Tiffany
Co. 14Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Pocket Watch, 1940s
By Movado
Located in Long Beach, CA
Pocket Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: 14kt Solid Yellow Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Steel Tudor Sky Rocket Geneve with Original Luminous Dial and Hands 1940
s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Stainless Steel
CIRCA / YEAR: Late 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm x Diameter 29mm
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
1940s Patek Philippe 18 Karat YG Collectors Watch Archived Papers Ref 2449
By Patek Philippe
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Collector's vintage 18 karat yellow gold Patek Philippe is circa 1949. The watch comes with
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Post-War 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.
- 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 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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