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Glycine Stainless Steel Date Automatic Watch, circa 1950s
By Glycine
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Glycine Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Auto Date / Ref. 645
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Omega Stainless Steel Constellation Original Dial Automatic Watch
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Constellation Chronometer
METAL
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Used Automatic Watches
Omega Constellation Silver Diamond Steel Automatic Watch 123.15.35.20.02.001
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Display model. The watch comes with an original box, pictograms, and a diamond certificate card
Category
2010s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
Franck Muller Caribbean 5850 Stainless Steel Automatic Watch
By Franck Muller
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous watch by famed maker Franck Muller! The stainless steel Caribbean 5850 has a lovely
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36 18k White Gold Steel Blue Diamond Dial Automatic Watch 126234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Unworn Rolex Datejust 36mm 18k White Gold Steel Blue Diamond Dial Automatic Watch 126234. Come with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Patek Philippe Ref. 3506 Vintage Yellow Gold Automatic Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Braintree, GB
Dial Colour: Champagne
Dimensions: 29mm
Watch Movement: Self-Winding Automatic
Bracelet/Strap: Yellow
Category
1980s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rado HyperChrome Captain Cook Ref. 11773/2 Automatic Watch
By RADO
Located in Toronto, CA
: Switzerland
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Measurements :36mm diameter (excluding crown
Category
1970s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Minerva Official Chronometer Stainless Steel Chronograph Automatic Watch A241
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional Minerva Official Chronometer A241 automatic chronograph wristwatch, presented with
Category
20th Century Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Omega Stainless Steel Constellation Automatic Watch circa 1950
s
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Constellation Series
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1950s Swiss Art Deco Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ulysse Nardin Stainless Steel Sports Automatic Watch, circa 1970s
By Ulysse Nardin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Ulysse Nardin Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Sports Style / Ref. A 7650
METAL
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Baume
Mercier Capeland 42MM MOA10061 Chronograph Steel Automatic Watch
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Houston, TX
item.
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Might show minor signs of wear.
Capeland Chronograph
Watch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rado HyperChrome Captain Cook Ref. 11773/2 Automatic Watch
By RADO
Located in Toronto, CA
: Switzerland
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Measurements :37mm diameter (excluding crown
Category
1970s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1967 Omega Seamaster Cosmic Mens Vintage Cal. 552 Automatic Watch - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
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1967 OMEGA SEAMASTER COSMIC Mens Vintage Cal. 552 Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous Original
Category
1960s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Audemars Piguet Automatic Watch in 18K White Gold, 1980s
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
Here we have a vintage Audemars Piguet reference 5388 automatic in 18k white gold with a stunning
Category
20th Century Used Automatic Watches
Materials
White Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Rose Gold Automatic Watch Ref 2584, circa 1956
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Large Round Bracelet / Reference
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Used Automatic Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Omega Speedmaster Reduced 39MM 3539.50.00 Stainless Steel Automatic Watch
By Omega
Located in Houston, TX
Factory Nato Strap
Speedmaster Reduced Stainless Steel
Watch Properties
Family: Speedmaster Reduced
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster Ploprof Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch 224.32.55.21.01.002
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
: No
Movement & Mechanics
Movement: Mechanical (Automatic)
Caliber: 8500
Number of Jewels: 39
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Tank Americaine 1741 White Gold Automatic Watch 20-year Service Edition
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Americaine 1741 automatic watch in 18K white gold featuring a 26mm x 46mm curved case
Category
1990s Art Deco Used Automatic Watches
Materials
White Gold
Breitling Crosswind Limited Steel White Dial Automatic Watch B44356
By Breitling
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Limited Edition Breitling Crosswind 44mm Steel Chronograph White Dial Automatic Mens
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
$5,924 Sale Price
20% Off
Panerai Submersible QuarantaQuattro Esteel Gray Dial Automatic Watch PAM01288
By Panerai
Located in New York, NY
watch's authenticity at any boutique or dealership within this period
* Kindly be aware that international
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$7,839 Sale Price
20% Off
MAUBOUSSIN
Times for Ever
in White Gold Automatic Watch
By Mauboussin
Located in Paris, FR
February 17, 2014 at Mauboussin in Paris.
Included : authenticity card.
Automatic chronograph watch with
Category
2010s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
White Gold
Bubble Diver Corum in Stainless Steel 45mm Automatic watch
By Corum
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order.
Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included).
Fine, curved, domed, self-winding,...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Pasha 2308 Diamond 18K White Gold Pink Dial Bracelet Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic Cartier Pasha automatic watch in 18K white gold featuring a 35mm round case with distinctive
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Rolex Explorer Steel 39mm Black Dial Automatic Automatic Watch 214270
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
: Right
Customized: No
Movement & Features
Movement: Mechanical (Automatic)
Caliber: Rolex Caliber
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
1962 Omega Seamaster De Ville Vintage Mens Cal. 562 Automatic Watch - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
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1962 OMEGA SEAMASTER De Ville Vintage Mens Cal. 562 Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous
Category
1960s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1969 Omega De Ville Vintage Mens Cal. 565 Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1969 OMEGA DE VILLE Vintage Mens Cal. 565 Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous Restored
Category
1960s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Geneve Automatic Watch: English Made Dennison Stainless Steel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Original Omega Geneve Watch.
Case Height 39mm
Case diameter 34mm
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Category
1970s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Yacht-Master 116622 Steel 40mm Rhodium Dial Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. The watch is in excellent condition. Box and papers. The watch is fully serviced and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Santos 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Bezel Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Cartier Santos men's watch is an elegant timepiece that showcases a 25mm case crafted from 18K
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Used Automatic Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920046 Stainless Steel Automatic Watch With Card
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 3284 Men's Watch is a sophisticated timepiece that blends elegance with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage 1955 Longines Conquest Ref. 9000 Stainless Steel Automatic Watch
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
automatic sports watches and fans of Longines heritage pieces.
Details:
Brand: Longines
Model: Conquest
Category
Mid-20th Century Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel Tuxedo Silver Dial Automatic Watch 116234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
. Buyers can verify the watch's authenticity at any boutique or dealership within this period
* Kindly be
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
$11,999 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Ballon Bleu Moonphase 37mm Automatic Watch Box Papers WSBB0021
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
the design. Powered by an automatic self-winding movement, this watch ensures precise timekeeping. The
Category
2010s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust SS Tahitian MOP Dial with Diamonds Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Tahitian Mother of Pearl Dial with Diamonds Automatic Stainless Steel Watch
Category
1990s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Dior Christal Steel Ceramic Diamond Black Dial Automatic Watch CD113513M001
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. The watch is in excellent condition. The original box and paper are not included. Comes
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
$12,300 Sale Price
40% Off
Zenith Elite 18 Karat Rose Gold Automatic Watch 17/62.1125.680
By Zenith
Located in New York, NY
ZENITH ELITE 18K ROSE GOLD AUTOMATIC 37MM WATCH 17/62.1125.680
Condition: Mint condition case
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Jaeger LeCoultre Master Compressor Factory Diamond Automatic Watch Extra Band
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Southampton, PA
Stainless Steel Master Compressor Diamond Automatic wristwatch with extra band by Jaeger LeCoultre
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
IWC Ingenieur Double chronograph Titanium Black Dial Automatic Watch IW376501
By IWC
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned good condition. The watch has micro scratches on the case and bezel. The rubber band and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Titanium
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41mm Steel Celebration Dial Automatic Watch 124300SSO
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
warranty coverage
* 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the watch's authenticity at
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Watch 124300
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
watch's authenticity at any boutique or dealership within this period
* Kindly be aware that international
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
OMEGA Automatic Watch 2576 Omega Automatic Hammer Bumper 50s Mens Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Omega Automatic 1950s.
Ref. 2576-1
Gold Capped Stainless Steel Case
17J 342 Cal Bumper
Category
1950s Used Automatic Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Rolex Explorer 39 Steel Black Dial Automatic Mens Automatic Watch 214270
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. The watch comes with an original box and card.
General Information
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
1973 Omega De Ville Vintage Mens Automatic Watch with Chocolate Bronze Dial - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1973 OMEGA DE VILLE Vintage Mens Full Size Automatic Watch with Chocolate Bronze Dial - Stainless Steel
Category
1970s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
RADO Watch. Rado Marco Polo Automatic watch. Mens Rado 11839 Calendar.
By RADO
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
RADO Marco POLO 11839 Mens Watch 1960s
Fully Automatic Mechanical watch.
Silver with Gold Tone
Category
1960s Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Cartier Santos Octagon Model 2966 18k Yellow Gold Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Roman
Case Measurement: 29mm
Movement: Automatic
Condition: Very Good
Weight: 110 Grams
Size
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Longines Flagship 38.5mm Day-Date Steel White Dial Automatic Watch L4.899.3.21.7
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
: Longines Flagship Vintage: No Escapement Type: Anchor Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) Number of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
I.W.C. Schaffhausen Steel High Grade Automatic Watch, circa 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
famous automatic movement. The watch keeps excellent time and is suitable for all types of occasions. It
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
Zodiac Kingline Chronometer High Frequency 36000 AUTOMATIC Watch In Original Box
By Zodiac
Located in Toronto, CA
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: Gold Plated Stainless-steel
Measurements : Case width: 34.5mm
Category
1960s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier 42mm Guilloche Dial Automatic Watch WSBB0049
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
watch by Cartier adds a dash of elegance to male and female wrists alike. Roman numerals are guided on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Used Automatic Watches
Noda G75 Skygold Limited Edition 43MM Gold Skeleton Dial Automatic Watch
Located in New York, NY
New Limited Edition. Comes with the original box and papers. 7-year warranty. Assembled in USA with Japanese movement.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920046 36mm Guilloche Silver Dial Steel Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
crystal.
Powered by Cartier’s automatic caliber 076, this medium-sized Ballon Bleu offers reliable and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold White Dial Leather Strap Automatic Watch BB33GL
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Movement Mechanical (Automatic)
Band Color Brown
Band Material Leather
Dial Color White
Case Material
Category
2010s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 Steel Blue Arabic Dial Automatic Watch 116000
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
Style: Luxury
Department: Men
Watch Shape: Round
Handedness
Category
2010s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
Gucci Dive 40MM Steel Dial Mens Silver Dial Automatic Watch YA136354
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with original box.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Steel
Rolex Datejust Jubilee SS Navy Blue Diamond Numbers
Bezel Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Navy Blue Jubilee with Diamond Numbers & Bezel Automatic Stainless Steel Watch
Category
1990s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Pasha C Steel Salmon Grid Dial 35mm 2324 Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Manufacture: Switzerland
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: SS
Measurements : :Case Approx 35 mm
Band Type
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Diamond Platinum Automatic Watch, Swiss, 2001 Model Ref. 79136G
By Rolex
Located in Tokyo, JP
automatic movement, this watch combines classic analog display with Rolex’s renowned precision and
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Used Automatic Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
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Used Automatic Watches For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of used automatic watches for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using stainless steel, gold and 18k gold. Find a collection of 891 vintage versions or 1112 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of used automatic watches bearing modern or contemporary hallmarks are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Rolex, Cartier and Omega are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 108 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and cabochon can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of used automatic watches, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for women today than there are for men.
How Much are Used Automatic Watches?
Prices for used automatic watches start at $179 and top out at $425,321 with these watches, on average, selling for $9,439.
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 Used Automatic Watches
- Are Omega watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022It depends. Some Omega watch models feature automatic movement, which charges itself from the motion of your wrist as you wear it. Omega also offers quartz watches as well, which must be wound. Browse a wide range of Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Omega has automatic watches. Most of the Omega Constellation watches, including the Omega Constellation Globemaster, are automatic watches. An automatic watch uses the motion of the wearer to power the winding mechanism. Find vintage and contemporary Omega watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Are Cartier watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024Yes, some Cartier watches are automatic but the legendary French luxury house also creates collections that include watches with quartz movements. Cartier’s iconic Tank collection, which includes the Tank Française, the Tank Louis Cartier and other models, features both quartz and automatic options for all kinds of collectors. Each of the watches in the Panthère collection, however, carries a quartz movement.
While quartz watches are powered by a pre-installed battery and a high-frequency quartz crystal, automatic watches rely on a spring system and are self-winding. An automatic watch does not have a battery and is recharged on the wrist owing to the wearer’s movements during the day.
It was Louis Cartier, grandson of Cartier founder Louis-François Cartier, who was responsible for bringing watchmaking to the venerable maison when he presented Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont with a wristwatch in 1904.
Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont found his own pocket watch hard to consult while keeping his plane aloft. Louis fashioned a timepiece with a flat, square case on a leather strap that could be referred to easily at a glance. Named in honor of Louis’s friend, the Santos was eventually produced for sale in 1911.
Find vintage Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs. - Are all Omega watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, as of December 2021, all of the timepieces made by Omega are automatic watches. In the past, Omega did offer mechanical watches. Some of the watchmaker's most well-known collections are the Constellation, the Seamaster and the Speedmaster. Shop a selection of Omega watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Rolex watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Rolex watches are automatic. They run on a perpetual rotor that uses the movement of the wearer’s wrist to transfer energy to the mainspring of the watch. In fact, a ticking Rolex could indicate a fake! Shop professionally vetted Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021An automatic watch means a watch that is self-winding. It is a mechanical watch which is powered by the natural motion of the wearer.
- How do I use a doctor s watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use a doctor's watch, use the large dial to track the time. The smaller dial is for measuring a patient's pulse. If you would like to try it, find the pulse point and wait for the second hand to reach the 12 o'clock position. Then, count the number of beats you hear until the second hand returns to that point. You'll find a selection of doctor's watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023There isn't one specific brand or model of watch that the military uses. Generally, members of the military wear watches that are durable, waterproof, shockproof and accurate in the field. Shop a variety of watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a watch fob used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A watch fob is a pocket watch chain. It is used to make the pocket watch more accessible, giving the user something to grab on to when pulling a pocket watch out of a vest or pants pocket. The classic way to wear a pocket watch is at the end of a fob in the waistcoat pocket. Shop a range of antique and designer watch fobs on 1stDibs.
- Are diamonds used in watches?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Yes, diamonds are used in watches. Many watches contain bearings crafted out of lab-made jewels, which minimize friction and support more accurate timekeeping. In some cases, makers use lab-made diamonds for these features. Watchmakers may also set decorative diamonds into the bezel or bracelet to enhance the visual appeal of their timepieces. Some makers well-known for their diamond watches include Graff, Chopard, Jacob Co., Piaget, Hublot, Cartier and Bulgari. Shop a collection of diamond watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bremont recently unveiled its new movement, the ENG300. The movement is a 65-hour automatic with a silicon escapement manufactured at Bremont’s watchmaking factory ‘The Wing’. You can shop a collection of authentic Bremont watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Do Hermès watches use batteries?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, Hermès watches use batteries. The batteries power the quartz mechanism that allows the timepieces to precisely track the hours. In most cases, Hermès boutiques will change the batteries in Hermès timepieces for free, but you may need an appointment for this service. Contact the boutique you intend to visit for more information. Find an assortment of Hermès watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024Michele watches use a wide range of movements. For some of its high-end watches, the brand produces the movements at its Swiss atelier, while others feature movements crafted by other Swiss makers. Michele has incorporated specific movements into its timepieces, including the ETA 2824-2, the Sellita SW200 and the Ronda 515. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Michele watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use a pocket watch chain, first attach one end to the fob of your watch. Then, tuck the watch into the watch pocket of your jacket. Thread the free end of the chain through your jacket buttonhole. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Patek Philippe quartz watches are battery powered, but automatic and manual winding ones are not. The batteries on quartz watches usually last for a few years before needing to be replaced. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Patek Philippe timepieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024The number one watch brand in the U.S. varies over time. However, experts state that Apple Watch has the most widespread recognition in the U.S., followed by Rolex. Other watchmakers that enjoy a high degree of name notoriety in the country include Breitling, Bulova, Cartier, Chanel, Gucci, IWC, Longines, Seiko, TAG Heuer, Tiffany Co., Timex and Vacheron Constantin. Find a large collection of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024People never stopped using pocket watches entirely. In fact, many luxury watchmakers continue to release new pocket watches. Some notable contemporary models include the Patek Philippe Grand Complications Pocket Watch, the Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Pocket Watch, the A. Lange Söhne 1815 Pocket Watch, the Breguet Classique Pocket Watch and the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Pocket Watch. As to when wristwatches became more popular than pocket watches for daily wear, the shift happened in the years following World War I. Although the first wristwatches date back to the 19th century, it wasn't until soldiers who had worn wristwatches in the field returned home that demand for the timepieces really grew. Many watchmakers had developed new designs and technologies to contribute to the war effort, adding to the increased popularity of wristwatches during the 1920s and ’30s. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of pocket watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024The quality of the diamonds used in Gucci jewelry and watches varies. However, the luxury maker has a reputation for being selective about its materials. As a result, most diamonds utilized by Gucci carry clarity ratings of VVS to VS clarity and color ratings of F or G. Gemologists working for the luxury fashion house individually select each stone from supplies provided through conflict-free mining activities. Find a range of Gucci jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
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Tiffany Leather Watch Band
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1978 Ladies Rolex