Watch Essentials

The Most Iconic Watches of All Time

You can’t improve on perfection. These luxury watches are as stylish today as they were when they were introduced.

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Over the years, some watches have become more than just classics; they have become icons. When comparing modern and vintage models of these watches, you’d be hard-pressed to find significant differences. Our selection of the most iconic luxury watches of all time includes elegant dress watches, sporty timepieces, and edgy designs. 

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

Patek Philippe Calatrava

Rolex Submariner

Cartier Tank

A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1

Patek Philippe Ref. 5711A Nautilus

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso

Omega Speedmaster

Breitling Navitimer

IWC Big Pilot’s Watch

Tag Heuer Monaco

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