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1940
s Tiffany
Co. Vintage Triple Calendar Mens 14K Gold Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1940's TIFFANY & CO. Vintage Triple Calendar Mens 14K Gold Watch - The Calendograph
Complicated
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Mens Vintage Jules Jurgensen 14k Gold Rectangular Textured Wrist Watch Bracelet
By Jules Jurgensen
Located in Montclair, NJ
Weight: 63.37 Grams (Case, Bracelet, and Movement)
Condition: Vintage wrist watch in excellent overall
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Vintage Cartier Santos Octagon Model 2966 18k Yellow Gold Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
wear and tear is excluded from this warranty. We do not recommend that vintage / pre-owned watches be
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Vintage Rose Gold "Top Hat" Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Patek Philippe 18k Rose Gold "Top Hat" 37 x 21 M.M. 2 Piece 18k Rose Gold case. Caliber 9-90 18 Jewel Nickle Lever, Mechanical, manual wind movement. Silver Satin dial wi...
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
1952 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Handwound Watch, Ref. 2488 - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1952 PATEK PHILIPPE Vintage Mens Handwound Watch, Ref. 2488 - 18K Gold
Very Fine
Rare
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Rolex Submariner Black Dial Men
s Automatic Watch 5513 Feet First
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Rolex Submariner Black Dial Men's Automatic Watch 5513 Feet First - Automatic winding
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Girard Perregaux 14 Karat Yellow Gold Boys Size Watch
By Girard Perregaux
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Girard Perregaux 14K Yellow Gold Boys Size Watch - Manual; Chronograph. 14K Yellow Gold (30
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
1960
s Rolex Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - 18K White Gold
Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1960's ROLEX Ladies Vintage Cocktail Watch - 18K White Gold & Diamonds
Very Rare & Exquisite - All
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
.
Vintage Omega Gold-Plated Rectangular Watch with Brown Leather Strap
By Omega
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Vintage Omega Gold-Plated Rectangular Watch with Brown Leather Strap
For sale is a classic vintage
Category
Antique 19th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
1991 Tudor (Rolex) Prince Oysterdate Vintage Mens Ref. 74000 Watch
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1991 TUDOR (Rolex) PRINCE OYSTERDATE Vintage Mens Ref. 74000 Watch - Stainless Steel
Rolex Case, Crown
Category
1990s Swiss Tudor Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1950
s Tiffany
Co. Ladies Vintage 14K White Gold
Diamond Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1950's TIFFANY & CO. Ladies Vintage 14K White Gold & Diamond Watch - Gorgeous Original Condition
All
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Omega Speedmaster Chronograph Vintage First Watch Worn on the Moon
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
EXTREMELY RARE, FIRST WATCH WORN ON THE MOON VINTAGE OMEGA SPEEDMASTER CHRONOGRAPH AUTOMATIC
This
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$6,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Vintage Stepped Case Mechanical 18k Gold Plate Wrist watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Mid size Triple Stepped case Wrist Watch, 28 x 28 M.M. 18k Gold Electroplate 2
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Rolex Datejust Ruby Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Timeless Elegance: Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173
Experience the perfect blend of luxury and sophistication with the Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173. Designed for women who appreciate timeless...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
$7,160 Sale Price
20% Off
1972 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Watch with Automatic Movement, Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1972 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens Vintage Watch with Automatic Movement - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous Original
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Vintage Ladies Tank Mechanical French Market Watch - Solid 18K Gold
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
CARTIER Vintage Ladies Tank Mechanical French Market Watch - Solid 18K Gold
Mechanical Movement - 100
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Omega Constellation Pie Pan Dog Legs with Crosshair Watch
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Omega
Model: Constellation
Reference Number:168.005
Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Benrus Military Style Wrist Watch with Leather Bund Strap
By Benrus
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy this neat post WWII Benrus Military BH-11 Style Steel Men's Wrist Watch. In case size 31.5mm
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$920 Sale Price
20% Off
1940
s Rolex WWII British Military Vintage Antique Mens Pocket Watch
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1940's ROLEX WWII British Military Vintage Antique Mens Pocket Watch - Rare Outer Case
Beautiful All
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Other
1940
s MOVADO Vintage Triple Calendar SS Steel "Calendograph" Watch - Warranty
By Movado
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1940's MOVADO Vintage Triple Calendar Mens Stainless Steel Watch - The Calendograph
Similar to FDR's
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Vintage Steel Date Model 1501 Black Dial Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1957 Rolex Reference 1501 Date Model Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 3 Piece Stainless Steel case with
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
1969 Tudor (Rolex) Oysterdate Vintage Mens Ref. 7992 Watch - Stainless Steel
By Tudor
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1969 TUDOR (Rolex) OYSTERDATE Vintage Mens Ref. 7992 Watch - Stainless Steel
Rolex Case & Crown
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Piaget Vintage Ladies Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Covered Mesh Watch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional and rare vintage Piaget ladies' timepiece, beautifully crafted in solid 18K yellow
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1950
s VULCAIN CRICKET Vintage Mens "Watch of Presidents" - 18K Gold
By Vulcain
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1950's VULCAIN CRICKET Vintage Mens "Watch of Presidents" - 18K Gold
Pioneering Technology - Pleasing
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Audemars Piguet Quantieme Perpetual Calendar 25558BA Skeleton Gold Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Houston, TX
Factory VCR Instructions Tape.
Quantieme Perpetual Calendar
Watch Properties
Family: Vintage Skeleton
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany
Co 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Automatic Watch Leather Band
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Westport, CT
A vintage 14K yellow gold Tiffany & Co. automatic watch. Featuring a round 14K yellow gold case
Category
Antique Late 17th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Piaget Classic 32MM 9643A6 18K White Gold Silver Dial Mechanical Watch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Style: Luxury
Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
Year Manufactured: 1971
Vintage: Yes
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
ROLEX Watch 1948 Vintage Ref 4498 Stainless Steel Working Keeps Time
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
ROLEX Watch 1948 Vintage Ref 4498 Stainless Steel
0.59 million serial number, circa 1948
Case in
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Tiffany
Co. 14 Karat Gold Wrist Watch w Box
By Movado
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enjoy this rarely found vintage 14 karat yellow gold Tiffany & Co. Wrist Watch circa 1945 with
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Gold
1964 Omega Vintage Mens Cal. 560 Stainless Steel Watch, Automatic, Date
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1964 Omega Vintage Mens Cal. 560 Stainless Steel Watch, Automatic, Date - Rare Only 3000 Made
Rare
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1960
s PIAGET Ladies Vintage Backwind 18K White Gold
Diamond Watch
By Piaget
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1960's PIAGET Ladies Vintage Backwind Watch - 18K White Gold & Factory Piaget Diamonds
Fit for a
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
1910
s Patek Philippe Vintage Ladies Watch with Stunning Period Case - Platinum
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1910's PATEK PHILIPPE Vintage Ladies Watch with Stunning Period Case - Platinum, Enamel
Diamonds
Category
Vintage 1910s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Platinum
Vintage Audemars Piguet 18 Karat Yellow Gold 34mm Hand Wound Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
" Wrist
Made in Switzerland
Ultra-thin.
Fabulous, chic and low profile.
All of our pre-owned watches
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Submariner Date 40MM 1680 Brown Buttery Yellow Lume Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
.
Vintage. Signs of wear are consistent with age.
Watch In very good condition.
Custom Brown Leather Strap
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage Omega Diamond 18 Karat Gold Hand Engraved Covered Watch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Possess an ornate bracelet and a stylish watch in one piece, with this vintage Omega watch with
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950 Audemars Piguet Ref. 5143 Disco Volante Dress Watch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful pre-owned and vintage Audemars Piguet "Disco Volante" Ref. 5143 watch, crafted in 18K
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
1960
s Heuer Bundeswehr 1550SG Vintage Flyback Chronograph Mens Watch - SS
By Heuer
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1960's HEUER BUNDESWEHR 1550SG Vintage Flyback Chronograph Mens Watch - Stainless Steel
Beautiful
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1968 Omega Seamaster Vintage Mens Handwound Watch with Navy Blue Dial
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1968 OMEGA SEAMASTER Vintage Mens Handwound Watch with Navy Blue Dial - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Baume
Mercier Gold-Plated Tonneau Watch with Black Leather Strap
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Description
Vintage Baume & Mercier Gold-Plated Tonneau Watch with Black Leather Strap
This is
Category
Antique 19th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
1969 Breitling Top Time Vintage Aviator
s Panda Dial Chronograph Watch - SS
By Breitling
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1969 BREITLING TOP TIME Vintage Aviator's Panda Dial Chronograph Watch - Stainless Steel
All Original
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1960
s Ulysse Nardin Vintage Mens Automatic "TV" Watch - Stainless Steel
By Ulysse Nardin
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1960's ULYSSE NARDIN Vintage Mens Automatic "TV" Watch - Stainless Steel
Beautiful Vintage Style
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Zodiac Hermetic Leatherneck Award Mens Watch NOS Vintage In Original Box SALE
By Zodiac
Located in Toronto, CA
: Switzerland
Movement: Mechanical
Case Material: Gold Plated Stainless-steel
Measurements : Case width: 33mm
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
1967 Omega Seamaster Cosmic Mens Vintage Cal. 552 Automatic Watch - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1967 OMEGA SEAMASTER COSMIC Mens Vintage Cal. 552 Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous Original
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1971 Omega Constellation "C" Chronometer Vintage Mens Calendar Date Watch - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1971 OMEGA Constellation "C" Chronometer Vintage Mens Calendar Date Watch - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Platinum Vintage "Benson London" Ladies Watch with 8 Cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Platinum Vintage "Benson London" Ladies Watch With Rose Cut Diamonds
Movement: mechanical with
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1973 Omega Constellation "C" Chronometer Vintage Mens Calendar Date Watch - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1973 OMEGA Constellation "C" Chronometer Vintage Mens Calendar Date Watch - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1980 Baume
Mercier Vintage Steel Watch - Owned
Worn By Great Lefty Gomez
By Baume
Mercier
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1980 Baume & Mercier Vintage Steel Watch - Owned & Worn By Yankee Baseball Great Lefty Gomez
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Very Rare Vintage 1944 Omega Chronometer Watch US Navy Issued
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage 1944 Omega Chronometer Watch US Navy Issued
What is amazing about this watch is that
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches
$2,376 Sale Price
65% Off
1968 Omega Dynamic Vintage Mens Bracelet Watch with Date - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1968 OMEGA DYNAMIC Vintage Mens Bracelet Watch with Date - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous Original Condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1957 IWC Vintage Mens Full Size Watch, Cal. 8521 Automatic - Stainless Steel
By IWC
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1957 IWC Vintage Mens Full Size Watch, Cal. 8521 Automatic - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous Restored
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Rolex Yellow Gold Automatic Coral dial Ladies Wrist Watch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1978 Rolex Reference 6719 Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 M.M. 14k Yellow Gold 3 piece Oyster case
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Seamaster Calendar Gold Capped Vintage Ref. 2849-5SC Automatic Men Watch
By Omega
Located in Toronto, CA
: Switzerland
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: Stainless steel/ Gold Capped
Measurements : Case width: 34mm
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
CHOPARD - Vintage watch in 18K white gold, opal, and diamonds
By Chopard
Located in PARIS, FR
Chopard vintage watch in 18K white gold, opal, and diamonds.
Circa 1970.
Condition : Very good
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Oyster Shock Resisting 4444 Watch SALE Vintage rare In Original Box
By Rolex
Located in Toronto, CA
: Switzerland
Movement: Mechanical (Manual winding)
Case Material: Steel
Measurements : Case width: 32 mm
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Ladies Yellow Gold Piaget Jade and Diamond Cocktail Watch
By Piaget
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This vintage 18K yellow gold ladies Piaget wrist watch has a vertical oval head with a jade dial
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Jade, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1945 Breitling Vintage Aviator
s Ref. 760 Mens Chronograph Watch - 18K Rose Gold
By Breitling
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1945 BREITLING Vintage Aviator's Ref. 760 Mens Chronograph Watch - 18K Rose Gold
Beautiful Original
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
1963 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Handwound Dress Watch Ref. 2599 - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
.
1963 Vintage Mens Handwound Dress Watch Ref. 2599 - 18K Gold
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Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
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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
- 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The gold content of a vintage watch will depend on the make and model of the watch. Gold is a popular choice for luxury watches due to its finish and yellow-golden hue that can be achieved through gold or gold-plated bands. Shop a wide selection of expertly vetted vintage watches on 1stDibs.
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