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Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA594B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
lifestyle, a fine addition to any collection.
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,272 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA594
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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FROM BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA, USA
Watch
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k White Gold SS Mens Vintage Automatic 1980s RA588B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,392 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 34mm Mens 14k SS Automatic 1960s Vintage RA570B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
complimentary piece for your uncompromising lifestyle.
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Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k White Gold SS Mens Vintage Automatic 1980s RA588
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
occasion, you deserved this.
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CLASSIC
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,384 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA592B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Watch
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,240 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA592
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Watch
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,312 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Vintage Automatic RA591B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,240 Sale Price
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Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 1601 36mm 18k SS Mens 1970s Automatic Vintage RA591
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Watch
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,160 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens Vintage Automatic 1980s RA587
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
occasion, you deserved this.
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CLASSIC
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,304 Sale Price
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Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens Vintage Automatic 1970s RA586B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,384 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens Vintage Automatic 1970s RA586
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,392 Sale Price
20% Off
Rolex Datejust 16014 36mm 18k SS Linen Dial Mens Vintage Automatic 1980s RA587
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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CLASSIC PRE-OWNED COLLECTIBLE
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,312 Sale Price
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Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Yellow Gold Wristwatch Ref. 2452J
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
A vintage manual wind Patek Philippe watch from the Calatrava collection, featuring a 35 mm case
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS Mens Automatic 1960s Vintage RA560B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
your uncompromising lifestyle.
THE FINEST AND MOST VARIED SELECTION OF VINTAGE WATCHES IN THE WORLD
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Piaget Model 9591 Emperador 18 Karat Yellow Gold 29mm Onyx Dial
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
good
Weight: Grams
Size: Fits a 7.5" Wrist
Made in Switzerland
Vintage Piaget Model 9591 Emperador
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Oyster 1601 Datejust 36mm 18k Gold SS Men Automatic 1960s Vintage RA560
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
uncompromising lifestyle.
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CLASSIC PRE
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,080 Sale Price
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Women
s Vintage Rolex Datejust Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Vintage Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone White Roman Numeral Dial 68273
This watch is in like
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Stainless Steel
Patek Philippe Calatrava Vintage Ref 2545 Yellow Gold Mechanical Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
shows spidering in the outer Glaze of the finish. New Brown Lizard Strap, watch length 9 inches
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Ladies Rolex w/ Diamond Sapphire
Emerald in 18K w/ Clips
By Rolex
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A rare vintage ladies Rolex 18 karat yellow gold watch with Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald accents
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA535B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
lifestyle, a fine addition to your collection.
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
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Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust 1601 36mm 18k Gold SS 1970s Automatic Vintage RA535
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
lifestyle, a fine addition to your collection.
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
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1973 Vintage Gent
s Rolex Date Just 1601 Gray Silver Dial All Factory Original
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1973 Vintage Gent's Rolex Date Just Original factory bracelet tightened at %90
Model 1601
Bracelet
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Rare Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Vintage 14470sq Diamond Dial Automatic
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Audemar Piguet Royal Oak ref 14470 ST in steel with unusual original Diamond dial.
The watch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Baume
Mercier 18 Karat Gold Vintage Chronograph, 30 Pulsation, WEMPE Service
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Berlin, DE
Collector's watch in perfect condition. Major Wempe service 2017 for almost €3,000!
Includes
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Audemars Piguet Vintage Onyx and Diamond Wristwatch in Yellow Gold
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
This one-of-a-kind vintage wristwatch by Audemars Piguet features a 33x23mm case that frames a
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Patek Philippe Neptune Model 4880/1JA 18 Karat and Stainless Steel
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Travel Case
Made in Switzerland
All of our pre-owned watches are guaranteed to be genuine and authentic
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Alsta Inca Bloc Chronograph 1960
s Ref. # 732, Valjoux Caliver #7730
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Alsta Incabloc Valjoux Chronograph 1960's Ref. 732
Description / Condition: All watches
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Gruen Precision Chronograph 1970
s, Ref. # 770R, 2 Register Cal # 7733
By Gruen
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Gruen Precision Chronograph 1970's Ref. #770R, Cal. Valjoux #7733
Description / Condition
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Wittnauer 3 Register Chronograph Valjoux Cal. #72 Ref. 800 Vintage 1940
s
By Wittnauer
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage 1940's Wittnauer 3 Register Chronograph Valjoux 72 Ref. 800
Description / Condition: All
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex 9K Yellow Gold Cream Dial Chronometre Vintage Men
s 3260
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 9k Yellow Gold Chronometre Vintage Men's Wristwatch, cream dial with hour markers and roman
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 68274 Women
s Vintage Two Tone Champagne Stick Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Vintage Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Champagne Stick Dial 68274
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Stainless Steel
Omega 9.00 Carats Total Mixed Shape Diamond Vintage Lady
s Wristwatch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
including marquise and round brilliant cut. Set finely on platinum, this vintage watch is 6.25 inches in
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Rolex Day-Date 18K Yellow Gold Silver Dial 1802
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date vintage wristwatch. Features a silver dial with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Piaget Protocole Full Set Ref 9154 18K Mother of Pearl and Onyx Dial
By Piaget
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Piaget Protocole Ref 9154 18K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Onyx Dial
An elegant vintage
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Piaget Polo Model 861C701 18 Karat Yellow Gold 23mm Mother-of-Pearl Dial
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
: Adjustable, Fits Up to 7.0" Wrist
Includes: Original Box
Made in Switzerland
All of our pre-owned watches
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Rare Submariner Date Red Writing Vintage Stainless Steel Mark VI 1680
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
vintage wristwatch is a Submariner 1680; a watch that is incredibly sought after and one that every watch
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Day-Date Omani Dial Bark Finish, 1807
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
bracelet which features bark-finished centre links equipped with a deployant clasp.
This vintage timepiece
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ladies Piaget Wristwatch Oval Lapis Lazuli
Diamond Dial in Yellow Gold
By Piaget
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This spectacular vintage Swiss Piaget ladies 18K yellow gold wristwatch with lapis and diamond dial
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Rolex Vintage Rose Gold Ref 6612 Day Date President Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1969 Rare Rolex Reference 6612 18K Rose Gold Day Date President Model Wrist Watch, 36 M.M. 3
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Rolex 18k White Gold Datejust Vintage Mid-Size Wristwatch 6627
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k White Gold Oyster Perpetual 30mm Datejust Vintage Mid-Size Wristwatch, blue dial with
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Datejust Women
s Vintage Two Tone Black Color Dial 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Vintage Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Black Color Dial 68273
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex GMT-Master Vintage Black Gilt Dial Pepsi Bezel Pointed Crown Guard 1675
By Rolex
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master Vintage Men's Wristwatch, black gilt dial with hour
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 18K Ref. #2604 1950
s Champagne Dial, Cal. # 1400
By Rolex
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Ladies Rolex Precision 18K Ref. # 2604, 1950's Champagne Dial, Cal. # 1400
Description
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Classic Tissot GoldRun, 18K Gold Case
Brown Lather Strap Original Case
By Tissot
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Classic Tissot GoldRun, 18K Gold Case & Brown Lather Strap Original Case
Never been used
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
$1,402 Sale Price
25% Off
Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Purple Color Dial 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Purple Color Dial 68273
This watch is
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Van Cleef
Arpels 18K Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Ladies Wristwatch
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Van Cleef and Arpels Solid Gold Mother of Pearl and Diamonds Ladies Watch. Made with all
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1984 Vintage Rolex Sea Dweller 16660 Stardust Rare MK3 Dial Stainless Unpolished
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Crystal
Case Size: 40mm
Includes:
-Elegant Watch Box
-Certified Appraisal
-1 Year Warranty
SKU 15832
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage BAUME
MERCIER Lapis Lazuli Manuel Wind Gold Wristwatch
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Baume & Mercier Oval Lapis Lazuli Manuel Wind on Strap 18K Yellow Gold
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Ladies Yellow Gold Malachite Dial Vintage Bracelet Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Working condition
Malachite Dial has hairline cracks that is not visible to the eye
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold
CYMA WATCH COMPANY - Vintage Alarm Clock - 11 Jewels - Swiss Made - Circa 1950
s
By CYMA Watch Co.
Located in Chatham, ON
CYMA WATCH COMPANY - Brass alarm clock - Swiss made - circa 1950's. Features include - manual wind
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Brass
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 36mm 18k SS Automatic 1970s Vintage RA393B
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
$6,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Mens Rolex Oyster Datejust Ref 16013 36mm 18k SS Automatic 1980s Vintage NA106G
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
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$6,368 Sale Price
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VINTAGE Rolex GMT Master 16750 Pepsi Red Blue SPIDER DIAL Steel Box Paper 1984
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16750
Serial: 8591***
Year: 1984
Model: Rolex GMT Master
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Pepsi- Red and Blue
Di...
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP String Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone White MOP Mother of Pearl String Diamond
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 68273 Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Vintage Diamond Bezel Two Tone Tahitian MOP Mother of Pearl Diamond
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Red Rolex Submariner 1680 Original Dial Complete Box
Papers, 1970
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1680
Serial: 2936***
Year: 1970
Model: RED Letter Submariner
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Black
Dial: Black
Face: Acrylic
Cas...
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Vintage Swiss Watch For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage swiss watch for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Stainless Steel and Gold Plate. Our collection of these items for sale includes 224 vintage editions and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage swiss watch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a vintage swiss watch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Omega, IWC and Rolex are consistently popular. A vintage swiss watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 7, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a vintage swiss watch, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.
How Much is a Vintage Swiss Watch?
The price for a vintage swiss watch starts at $121 and tops out at $54,999 with these watches, on average, selling for $511.
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 Vintage Swiss Watch
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
- What is a vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A vintage watch is any watch that is at least two decades old. A model number can usually be found on a watch's movement for identification purposes, and date marks on the back of a watch can usually tell you if it is vintage. Vintage timepieces have made a comeback for serious collectors as well as casual enthusiasts all over the world. Find a collection of vintage watches on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024There is no single most sought-after vintage watch. Trends in collecting do vary over time, but some watches have reached an iconic status and tend to remain popular among collectors year after year. Examples of such watches include the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513, the Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 105.003, the TAG Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B, Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 96, Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 5402, the Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921, the Longines 13ZN Chronograph, the Zenith El Primero Ref. A384, the Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928, the Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806, the IWC Big Pilot Ref. 5002, the Cartier Tank Louis Cartier, the Breguet Type XX, the Universal Genève Polerouter, the Seiko 6139 "Pogue," the Hamilton Ventura and the Omega Seamaster 300 Ref. 165.014. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
- How old is my vintage watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024To determine how old your vintage watch is, first do some research using trusted online resources. Start by looking at the back of your watch to see if there are any numbers, such as serial or model numbers. Cross-referencing these numbers with online reference guides can often give you a rough idea of when a watch was produced. If you can't find any type of identifying number, you can learn more about the maker to find out when it crafted similar watches or have a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you with the dating process. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a vintage-style watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024A vintage-style watch is a contemporary timepiece with a design that draws inspiration from watches produced in previous eras. To be considered a vintage watch rather than a vintage-style watch, a timepiece must be at least 20 years old. Antique watches are at least 100 years old. Explore a wide variety of vintage watches on 1stDibs.
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