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Rolex Datejust 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1980s Computer Dial Automatic RA617B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
lifestyle. THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 35mm Mens Automatic 1970s All Original RA602
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
very good vintage condition. Luxury classic, Men's all-stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Omega Constellation Electronic F300 38mm Mens Day Date Gold Capped 1970s RA580
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic classic, Omega Constellation Electronic f300 Hz gold-capped men's watch, c.1973, in
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster 16030 Datejust 36mm Mens Diamond MOP Dial Automatic 1980s RA550B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1501 Mens Automatic 1960s All Original RA568
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GENDER : Men's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster 166 032 37mm Mens 1960s Day Date Automatic All Original RA663
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
your rotation today. THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm 14k SS Mens 1970s Automatic RA624
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
with the watch, will fit 8.5 inch wrist, in very good vintage condition, some stretch. Luxurious
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1503 34mm 14k Solid Gold Mens 1970s Automatic RA692
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA, USA Watch
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 35mm 14k Gold SS Mens 1970s Automatic RA624B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
today, you deserved this. THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 6022 Mens 1950s Manual Hand Wind All Original RA676
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage classic, Men's Rolex ref.6022 Oyster Precision hand-wind dress watch, c.1952, all original
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1503 35mm 14k Solid Gold Mens 1970s Automatic RA674B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
rotation today. THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1503 35mm 14k Solid Gold Mens 1970s Automatic RA674
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: Men's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre - owned
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Patek Philippe 3544 Golden Ellipse 18k Gold 33MM Mens Manual Wind 1970s RA536
By Patek Philippe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre - owned watches
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex President Day Date 1803 18k Solid Gold 1970s Mens Diamond Automatic RA659
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre - owned watches
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust Mens 1950s 36mm Automatic w Roulette Wheel RA625
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
part of your collection today! THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster GMT Master Ref 1675 Mens 40mm 1970s Pepsi Bezel Automatic RA658B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
uncompromising lifestyle, comes with Certificate of Authenticity by Beverly Hills Vintage Watches, don't let this
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Ref 6605 Datejust Mens 1950s 36mm Automatic w Roulette Wheel RA625
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Datejust 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1980s Computer Dial Automatic RA617
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Omega 145000 Speedmaster Teutonic 14k SS Manual Wind Chronograph 1980s JM9
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: Men's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre - owned
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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14k Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 14k Gold Diamond Dial Automatic 1960s RA412B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 14k Gold Automatic Diamond Bezel 1960s RA412
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
on you, simply stunning. THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD
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14k Gold

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16030 36mm Mens Diamond MOP Dial Automatic 1980s RA550
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GENDER : Men's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Ref 5030 18k Gold Mens 36mm 1940s Big Bubble Automatic Rare RA700
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre - owned watches
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1002 34mm Mens 14k SS Automatic 1960s All Original RA570
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre - owned watches
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel, 14k Gold

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens Automatic 1970s w Paper RA534
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond MOP Dial Automatic 1980s RA552B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GENDER : Men's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond Dial Automatic 1980s RA551B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond Set Automatic 1980s RA548B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond Dial Automatic 1980s RA549B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA, USA
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500 35mm Mens Automatic 1970s w Paper RA534
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1970s Automatic Swiss RA558B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
timepiece for your uncompromising lifestyle. THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond Dial Automatic 1980s RA549
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA, USA
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 Mens 36mm 18k SS 1970s Automatic Swiss RA558
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond MOP Dial Automatic 1980s RA552
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
dazzle. THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond Dial Automatic 1980s RA551
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Mens Diamond Set Automatic 1980s RA548
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k W Gold SS 1960s Mens Automatic RA621B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, measures 19.5cm with the watch, in very good vintage condition. An iconic classic, Rolex 1601 Datejust
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 16014 36mm 18k White Gold SS Automatic 1970s RA520B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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White Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 16014 36mm 18k White Gold SS Automatic 1970s RA520
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GENDER : Men's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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White Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 6467 9k Solid Gold 34mm Automatic 1950s RA482
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless luxury, Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.6564 automatic dress watch, c
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold, 9k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Ref 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Date Automatic 1980s RA521B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre - owned watches
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Ref 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Date Automatic 1980s RA521
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Ref 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Date Automatic 1980s RA489B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Ref 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Date Automatic 1980s RA488B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
lifestyle, a fine addition to your collection. THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Ref 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Date Automatic 1980s RA489
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre - owned watches
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Ref 16013 Datejust 36mm 18k SS Date Automatic 1980s RA488
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre - owned watches
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1007 34mm 18k Solid Gold Automatic 1960s RA438
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: Men's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre - owned
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1007 34mm 18k Solid Gold Automatic 1960s RA438
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 34mm 14k Solid Gold Automatic 1960s NA111R
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious vintage classic, Men's 14k solid gold Rolex Oyster Precision ref.1002 automatic, c.1961
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 34mm 14k Solid Gold Automatic 1960s NA111
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA, USA
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 16013 18k SS 36mm Linen Dial Automatic 1980s NA108B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: Men's Watch CONDITION : Pre-owned 100% AUTHENTIC PRODUCTS AND BRANDS All of our vintage pre - owned
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 18k Gold SS 36mm Automatic 1980s NA108
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
today. THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 36mm 18k SS Automatic 1980s Swiss RA395B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
condition. Watch is all original. Fitted on new, aftermarket leather strap. A luxurious classic, Men's 18k
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 36mm 18k SS Automatic 1980s Swiss RA395
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
occasion, a fine addition to any collection. THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 36mm 18k SS Automatic Swiss 1970s RA393
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Watch is all original. Fitted on new, aftermarket genuine white croc strap. Luxurious classic, Men's 18k
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 36mm 18k SS Automatic 1980s Swiss NA103R
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
occasion, a fine addition to any collection. THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 36mm 18k SS Automatic 1980s Swiss NA106
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE TIMEPIECES FROM BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA, USA
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

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Mens Vintage Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of mens vintage watches for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Stainless Steel and Steel, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 488 vintage versions or 45 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of mens vintage watches includes designs that are universally popular, but Modern and Retro styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Rolex, Omega and Patek Philippe are consistently popular. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 2, are particularly popular. There are many round cut, baguette cut and cabochon mens vintage watches for sale. Most of our mens vintage watches for sale are for men, but there are 49 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much are Mens Vintage Watches?

Prices for mens vintage watches start at $234 and top out at $71,800 with these watches, on average, selling for $4,500.

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.