Results for Rolex Oyster Perpetual

Bring a Loupe: A Rolex Explorer With RAF Provenance, A Scroll Lug Patek Calatrava, And A 'Geezer' Audemars Piguet

All that and more in this week's edition of Hodinkee's What's Selling Where column.

A Closer Look: The Only Known Rolex ‘Rainbow Zenith’ Daytona

Bring a Loupe: A Cube-esque Patek Philippe, A Van Cleef & Arpels Signed Rolex, And A True Vintage Cartier Tank L.C.

All that and more in this week's edition of Hodinkee's What's Selling Where column.

Auction: Space-Flown Watches From a Rolex GMT-Master to Omega Speedmasters

Ahead of the international watch auction season that kicks off in a few weeks, Boston-based RR Auction has opened an online auction that will interest those hunting especially rare, space-flown watches. Simply titled Space, the auction is focused primarily on space memorabilia, and includes three space-flown wristwatches that warrant a closer look, including a French astronaut’s Speedmaster that spent almost six hours in space. Known for its sales focused on historical memorabilia, particularly those relating to space exploration, RR Auction has notched up several notable watch sales in the past, including a Bulova chronograph worn on the Moon that sold for almost US$1.6 million in 2015. We round up highlights from the upcoming sale, which closes October 24, 2024. The catalogue and bidding are available online. Lot 6286 – Rolex GMT-Master II flown on Apollo 14 by Edgar Mitchell  First up is the Rolex GMT-Master II ref. 1675 worn by astronaut Edgar Mitchell on the Apollo 14 mission that landed on the Moon in February 1971. Enhancing its appeal, the watch has tangible provenance: actually be seen in archival footage recording prior to take-off and in onboard footage taken during the mission. While the GMT-Master II was not uncommon among astronauts of that period – it was conceived as a watch for pilots after all – few actually made it to space. This example is only the second lunar Rolex to be sold publicly, after Ron Evans’s GMT-Master II worn on Apollo 17, whic...

Historical Perspectives: Five Things I Learned From The First Ever Rolex-Authorized Submariner Book

Don't let the modern reference on the cover fool you, this new book is full of vintage gems.

Bring a Loupe: A Fresh To Market Rolex 'King Sub,' A Cartier Purse Watch, And A Neo-Vintage Vacheron

All that and more in this week's edition of Hodinkee's What's Selling Where column.

Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec GMT Chronograph Featuring the Combined Functionality of both the Rolex Daytona & GMT in a Single Chronograph

Quentin R. Bufogle loves being wrong. Especially about watches.He loves it when his snobbery, short-sightedness and completely unsupported preconceived notions are suddenly imploded by a brand or a particular piece he only thought he knew. As was the case with the Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec GMT Chronograph.

Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex GMT-Master

Unpacking the world's most famous travel watch.

Introducing: Rolex Announces The First Authorized History Of The Submariner

The new book promises to shed new light on the watch that "unlocked the deep."

Recommended Reading: Remembering 9/11 Through The Rolex That Is 'Frozen In Time'

Let's roll.

Breitling Introduces a Trio of Gold Perpetual Calendars for a Big Anniversary

Breitling has been synonymous with pilot watches and aviation for 140 years. Throughout their illustrious history, many iconic collections have been produced, including the Premier, the Chronomat, and, let’s not forget, the world-famous Navitimer. As they approached this significant anniversary, they found themselves in a delightful dilemma. They couldn’t choose which of the three collections should receive special attention. So, instead of choosing, they decided to feature all three, and that’s precisely what they did. And by special attention, they were not talking about just a new dial color, case material, or unique engraving. No, they are introducing a brand-new movement and a first for Breitling. This new B19 movement is not just a column-wheel chronograph, which features a vertical clutch mechanism and a moon phase. It is also a full perpetual calendar that can automatically correct for leap years and months of 28, 30, and 31 days. It can run for nearly one hundred years without significant adjustment, and despite all these extra complications, its power reserve is a very generous 96 hours. In 1943, the Breitling Premier was the watch that brought the chronograph out of the cockpit and onto the wrists of everyday people. With its classic lines, clean looks, and no-nonsense design, it not only looked fashionable but was also very practical. The new Premier B19 Datora 140th Anniversary is no different. It features an 18K red gold 42mm case, which is 15.6mm thick...

Roundup: Pilot’s Watches, An Affordable Perpetual Calendar, and Great Deal on Bauhaus-Inspired Design

Laco’s newest pilot chronograph blends the German brand’s aviation heritage into a modern ultra-capable tool watch. With one foot planted in the past and the other in the future, the Kiel Sport is a contemporary take on the classic Flieger, weaving a Type A dial into a tri-compax chronograph. Laco’s newest pilot chronograph blends the German brand’s aviation heritage into a modern ultra-capable tool watch. With one foot planted in the past and the other in the future, the Kiel Sport is a contemporary take on the classic Flieger, weaving a Type A dial into a tri-compax chronograph. The post Roundup: Pilot’s Watches, An Affordable Perpetual Calendar, and Great Deal on Bauhaus-Inspired Design appeared first on Worn & Wound.

Bring a Loupe: A Grail-Level Rolex Paul Newman Daytona, A Jaeger-LeCoultre Triple Calendar, And A Neo-Vintage Daniel Roth Chronograph

All that and more in this week's edition of Hodinkee's what's selling where column.

Introducing: Breitling Unveils Its First Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Movement – In Not One, But Three Models

Breitling introduces its exclusive Caliber B19 in the Premier, Navitimer, and Chronomat to celebrate its 140th anniversary.

First Look – Breitling’s 140th Anniversary Collection, a Trio of Watches With a New Perpetual Calendar Movement

Founded in 1884 and celebrating its 140th anniversary this year, Breitling is no stranger to innovation and important milestones. In 1915, it launched the first wrist-worn chronograph with an independent pusher. In 1934, it patented a watch with a second independent pusher. In 1969, it participated in the creation of one of the first automatic […]

Bring a Loupe: A Cotton Bowl Tudor Date + Day, A Tropical Rolex GMT-Master, And A Government-Seized Patek Philippe Nautilus

All that, and more in this week's round-up of vintage (and sometimes modern!) watches from around the web.

HODINKEE Radio: Talking Vintage Rolex And Offbeat Finds With Fred Savage

Ben and I catch up with the actor and director on what he's collecting nowadays.

HODINKEE Radio: Talking Doxa, Neo-Vintage, Rolex, And More With Analog Shift Founder James Lamdin

The founder of Analog Shift and co-founder of RedBar joins to talk vintage and neo-vintage watches, Doxa (of course), and working with Watches of Switzerland.

Hands-On: The A. Lange & Söhne Datograph Perpetual Tourbillon Honeygold 'Lumen' – Lange's Most Expensive Serially Produced Watch

It's a big watch to celebrate a big year for the Datograph. Now we take a closer look.

Buying, Selling, & Collecting: The Domino's Rolex Air-King With A Slice Of Pizza

Now that the hype is mostly gone, it's not a bad time to grab a slice.

Pre-Owned Picks: A Classic Rolex Submariner, A Royal Oak Offshore, And A Seriously Lovely Dress Watch From Jaeger-LeCoultre

Plus, a titanium diver from Blancpain and a yacht-ready chronograph from IWC.

Pre-Owned Picks: A Sword-Hand Seamaster, A Classic 5-Digit No-Date Rolex Sub, And A Two-Tone Cartier Panthere

Plus, a wild Millenary from AP and ever-so-thin Piaget.

Rolex Exits Formula One, LVMH to Invest $150M Annually with TAG Heuer

Vintage Watches: A Vintage Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Just Sold For $1 Million At A Small Auction; Here's What It Means

The good and the potentially bad when anyone can bid on anything, anywhere.

Seiko Credor Kumakawa Worldtimer: a Genuine Rolex beater for Under $2,000

Quentin R. Bufogle has always been a Swiss watch snob. He knows Grand Seiko turns out some truly excellent timepieces. But for all of impeccable engineering, and craftsmanship, for this watch enthusiast, the brand has always lacked something in spirit. Until he discovered the Kumakawa Worldtimer GMT Limited Edition.

Pre-Owned Picks: A High-Flying White-Dial Rolex, A Warm And Rosy QP From Patek Philippe, And A Master Chronometer Speedmaster

Plus, a US-exclusive Grand Seiko and a flagship pointer date from Oris.

A Closer Look: A. Lange & Söhne Datograph Perpetual Tourbillon Honeygold “Lumen”

Pre-Owned Picks: A Pro-Spec Rolex Diver, A Tudor Black Bay 54, And A White Gold Lange 1

Plus, a cutting-edge and impressively thin offering from Bulgari along with a lovely and classic Carrera from Tag Heuer.

Pre-Owned Picks: A Yacht-Ready Rolex, A Ceramic Black Bay, And An Uncommon Take On A White Dial Royal Oak

Plus a classic dress watch from Patek and a gorgeous time-only option from Grand Seiko.

Business News: Rolex Seeks To Expand Production With A New Factory In Bulle, Switzerland

The Crown published official renderings and publicly commented on the billion-dollar project for the first time since the news of the expansion was announced back in 2022.