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4 WAYS TO DAMAGE YOUR WATCH
Posted on December 05 2019
Mechanical watches are designed to last a lifetime, and if taken care of they can last multiple lifetimes. Normal wear and tear from everyday wear is expected with watches, which is why it is recommended to service them every 5-7 years. While these mechanical watches are designed to withstand normal...
DRESS WATCHES
Posted on December 04 2019
There are those among us that like what they like and prefer the tried-and-true classics over today’s latest fads and trends. For those that typically favor traditional and understated designs, an industry icon like the Rolex Datejust, Oyster Perpetual Date, or the Air King is the perfect classically-styled option that...
BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO WATCHES
Posted on November 15 2019
The ownership experience that comes with buying a luxury watch is one to be savoured and enjoyed. With this guide we intend to furnish you with all the information you need to make sure that experience is as good as it can possibly be. Getting Started: Investment First and foremost,...
WHY BUY PRE-OWNED
Posted on November 11 2019
Introduction Anybody looking to purchase a quality watch should consider buying pre-owned. If you're not sure why buying pre-owned is such a good idea, or have some reservations about buying pre-owned, then the following information should help you decide, and may even save you a lot of money. Pre-Owned Watches...
A Brief History of Timepieces: Vintage Watches
Posted on November 06 2019
Wristwatches were born in the 17th century from spring-powered clocks, and the first one was believed to have been made by Abraham-Louis Breguet, who created a timepiece for the Queen of Naples in 1810. Shortly after, Patek Phillippe made a watch for the Countess Koscowicz of Hungary, and once a trend...
How did Switzerland Come to Dominate Watchmaking?
Posted on August 27 2019
Many watch enthusiasts agree that nothing runs quite like a Swiss-made watch. You can’t really talk about the history of watches without touching upon Swiss watches. How did this small country become such a dominating force in the global watch industry? Switzerland facts The art of watchmaking is not even...
THE TOP 3 THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING A USED ROLEX WATCH
Posted on August 05 2019
As time goes on, it seems like its getting harder and harder to buy a Rolex watch. If you’re in the market for a brand new example, a trip to your local Authorized Dealer can often be a dispiriting event, with the brand keeping supply of their most popular models...
THE MOST POPULAR ROLEX MODEL OF ALL TIME
Posted on August 05 2019
With a brand as successful as Rolex there is always a fascination about which model in their portfolio wins out in the overall popularity stakes. There are, of course, some huge names to throw into the hat. The Datejust and Oyster Perpetual have to be right up there in contention,...
THE TRUTH ABOUT ROLEX WATER RESISTANCE
Posted on August 05 2019
Although much of the Rolex name has been built on their relationship with the world’s ocean’s and those who explore them, water remains one of the biggest enemies of mechanical watches. Since their invention of the Oyster case in 1926, a milestone that did more than anything else to...
SOME OF THE SMALLEST MENS WATCHES ROLEX HAS PRODUCED
Posted on August 05 2019
Rolex has been in business for well over 100 years, and has seen many trends come and go. For the most part, they have left the shortest lived fads for others in the industry. Perhaps the last time they were forced to jump on any prevailing bandwagon was during the...
WHAT’S BETTER, ACRYLIC OR SAPPHIRE ROLEX CRYSTALS?
Posted on August 05 2019
Rolex Synthetic Sapphire Crystal Watch crystals are one of the most visible yet most fragile aspects of a wristwatch. Without a crystal that is clear, reading the watch would be impossible. Yet, having a crystal that was as clear as glass provided clear viewing, but was easily broken as the...
Rolex Authenticity Features
Posted on August 05 2019
Flattery for Rolex is not imitating their watches and Rolex makes a great effort to include details that discern a genuine Rolex wristwatch from imitators and frankenwatch builders. Below are some images depicting some of the security measures Rolex includes in their modern wristwatch models. Since the mid-2000’s...
How to Set the Time and Date on a Watch
Posted on June 05 2019
Once you’ve wound your watch you need to set the time and possibly the date. You don’t have to be a genius but there are some things that you need to keep in mind, especially when setting the date. Never set the time while wearing the watch. Remove your watch from your...
How to Buy a Vintage Watch
Posted on May 07 2019
This vintage 1966 Rolex GMT-Master is far from perfect. The painted markers may be discolored, cracked or, at the very least, lack their luminescence. The rotating bezel might not ratchet; the acrylic crystal is likely scratched. Set alongside a modern Rolex GMT-Master II, with its ceramic ratcheting bezel, sapphire crystal, solid bracelet...
The Best Entry-Level Vintage Watches
Posted on May 07 2019
You don't have to spend a small fortune to get into the game There are many different ways to get into watch collecting. Some people start with something like a Seiko 5, others save up and jump right into the deep end, while others still buy and sell rapidly to...
How to start a vintage watch collection....Part 2
Posted on May 07 2019
Top 5 starting collectors watches Here is a list of the best watches to consider to start your collection and spend less than $5000 a piece. Rolex Perhaps the best-known luxury watch brand in the world, Rolex has many models to choose from. We shall examine two of them here....
How to start a vintage watch collection....Part 1
Posted on May 07 2019
Collectors can be the most detail-oriented people in the world. Little differences mean the whole world to them, but how do they get started? Let’s look at some of the key things to consider before we set out to create a respectable vintage watch collection. How to Start...
The first wristwatch from Cartier
Posted on April 28 2019
The history of the Cartier Santos is just as special as the watch itself. The brilliant watchmaker Louis Cartier – grandson to the founder of the Cartier company – developed the iconic Santos in 1904. The creation of the watch was inspired by the Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont whose name...
Cartier Tank: A Cult Watch for Over 100 Years
Posted on February 06 2019
Cartier developed the Tank in 1917 during the First World War and brought it to market in 1919. The British's use of tanks at the Battle of Flers-Courcelette in 1916 was the first time tanks had ever appeared on the battlefield. The square watch's design was based on these colossal...
The Difference Between Gold Plated, Gold Filled, and Solid Gold Watches
Posted on January 25 2019
Gold Plated Watches Thin layer of gold is electro-chemically plated and bonded to the layer of the watch case. As with most things, there is a varying quality in which gold plating is done and also different amounts (Microns) of gold may be used. Therefore some gold plated watches may...
Why Buy From Vintage Watch Outlet?
Posted on December 19 2018
Vintage Watch Outlet Now Offers a Service of Buying and Selling Classic and Vintage Watches Online Vintage Watch Outlet is the right place for all those looking to buy classic and vintage watches. Its collection includes wristwatches from many brands and models. Moreover, its expansion has led to vintage...
How Does Tudor Compare To Rolex Watches?
Posted on November 11 2018
For those that don’t know, Tudor is a sub-brand of Rolex that uses Swiss ETA movements versus in-house made Rolex movements. Of course, Tudor makes their own watches with unique designs compared to the Rolex models, but that is the principle difference and why Tudor watches are by and large less expensive. However, it...
Why does anyone buy a Tudor?
Posted on November 11 2018
Well, I will tell you why. They are very fine watches and they tell the time remarkably well just like there Rolex brothers..The Tudor line goes back to the 1920s where they were mainly sold in Canada and Europe. Rolex or Tudor watches were not sold in the USA then....
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TUDOR AND ROLEX?
Posted on November 11 2018
The Difference Between Tudor and Rolex Is The Movement Tudor Watch A watch that looks and feels like a Rolex but does not have a Rolex logo just might be, in fact, a Rolex. But, is there a difference between Tudor and Rolex watches? Rolex has a sister line known as...
How to Buy a Vintage Watch
Posted on November 11 2018
Why Vintage? If you have $2,500 to spend, you could drive down to Bloomingdale’s and walk out with a quartz TAG Heuer or Longines that would serve you well for many years. Or you could buy a 1962 LeCoultre Memovox with an in-house manufacture movement featuring a mechanical alarm complication from...
How to Care for your Vintage Watch
Posted on November 11 2018
Care of your Vintage watch Interest in vintage timepieces has reached an all-time high. Some people become enamored by the watches’ stories; others seek the unique look and feel of a watch that has aged naturally over many decades. In this article I will go over some of the most...
Why nobody needs a fine watch but every gentleman should own at least one
Posted on October 17 2018
Being a watch enthusiast, I often glance at peoples wrist to glimpse what timepiece he is wearing. This varies, from ultra-modern digital Casio G-SHOCK’s to vintage Omega and Longines. But then there are those who choose to wear nothing at all, which always puzzles me… Why aren’t they wearing a watch? Did...
What is a chronograph and how does it work?
Posted on October 09 2018
Two push-pieces, three subdials, multiple hands – that describes almost any chronograph. But what exactly is this popular watch type? And how does it work? What is a chronograph? The term ‘chronograph’ means ‘time recorder’ and usually refers to watches with a stopwatch function. Like a stopwatch, you can use a...
Vintage Watches: A Piece of Watch History
Posted on October 09 2018
Vintage watches appeal to a wide audience. They offer the chance to buy high-quality pre-owned watches at attractive prices. Watch enthusiasts who love particular designs, and collectors of expensive rare pieces will get their money's worth. 5 Reasons to Buy a Vintage Watch Rare and coveted models make good investments...
How accurate can I expect a mechanical wristwatch to be? How long will my mechanical wristwatch last? In general, why buy a mechanical wristwatch over a quartz wristwatch?
Posted on November 12 2017
Unfortunately no mechanical wristwatch in existence is perfectly accurate every day. In fact, most inexpensive quartz/battery-powered movements are generally several times more accurate than the most accurate mechanical wristwatches. Even though mechanical watches are in general far less accurate, they are typically reliable enough for the average person, and their...
What is the difference between sapphire and plastic/acrylic wristwatch crystals?
Posted on October 28 2017
Sapphire crystals are typically found on newer watches (for Rolex, post-c.1987) and feature greater scratch resistance than plastic/acrylic crystals. These can be identified because they are typically flatter and more flush with the case than the more bulbous or curved plastic crystals. Additionally, some people can tell the difference by...
Disclaimer: The Watch Brands We Sell
Posted on October 13 2017
Disclaimer: Vintage Watch Outlet is not an authorized dealer of any of the watch brands we carry. All brand names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and used for identification purposes only. This allows us to sell luxury items at discounted prices. Vintage Watch Outlet is not affiliated...
Why Buy From Us
Posted on September 24 2017
Our goal, here at vintagewatchoutlet.com is to provide the best Vintage Swiss Made watches our customers can find on the market. We offer a diverse collection of high-end brands and a variety of models to satisfy any preference and taste. We strive in delivering quality products and we continuously work to improve,...
What is a Vintage Watch
Posted on August 23 2017
Technically, a vintage watch is any watch that is 20 years or older. It does not matter if the watch is new in box, new old stock, pre-owned or used. However, often the term vintage is really just a nice way of saying “used” or “pre-owned”. The term was originally...
Types of Watch Movements
Posted on August 17 2017
A watch movement (also known as a “calibre”) is the engine of a watch that acts as the powerhouse to make the watch and its functions work. This internal mechanism inside the timepiece moves the hands and powers any complications such as a chronograph, annual calendar or a dual time...
Making Sense Of The Sellita SW200 Movement: Same As ETA 2824-2M
Posted on August 17 2017
Lots of people are starting to notice that watch makers are starting to indicate the movement of a watch as "Swiss Movement." For most of us, such an ambiguous designation is unacceptable, as this can mean just about anything. Strictly speaking, for a watch or movement to legally have the...
Genuine ETA 2824-2 Swiss Watch Movement vs Japanese Miyota 8215 Watch Movement
Posted on August 17 2017
As most of you surely know, the majority of watch makers don’t have their own in-house movements. They usually purchase their movements from ETA, Valjoux and other firms. This became exceptionally common after the advent and popularity of quartz driven watches. Everyone wanted a quartz watch for their unparalleled precision,...
More Interesting Wristwatch Trivia
Posted on July 15 2017
I love to spot watches on most everyone, and it is particularly gratifying to know what timepiece public figures wear. I can't take credit for spotting Vice President Joe Biden's timepiece, though reports suggest that he is an Omega fan and wears a Seamaster watch. While not the most interesting...
How do I regulate my watch back to normal accuracy?
Posted on July 15 2017
To regulate your automatic watch, please put your watch on the position according to the suggestions below when leaving your watch overnight, this will helps compensate or gain for the time required. If your watch faces up for overnight, it will gain a few seconds (if your watch has been...
Rolex Quartz Watch
Posted on July 15 2017
Not many people know that Rolex made a DateJust OysterQuartz watch from 1977-2002. Rolex Oysterquartz History & Interesting Facts: Rolex was initially reluctant to enter the quartz watch market, but when they released the Rolex Quartz Date (Ref. 5100) in 1970, it was a huge success. The watch was so...
Things You Need To Know About Watches
Posted on July 15 2017
Few things say more about a man than his watch. Its character, look and style can give others a peek into a man's background (and priorities) without having to ask a single question. That is why purchasing a watch is such a personal — and important — decision. Of course,...
Some Interesting Facts About Watches
Posted on July 15 2017
Some Interesting Facts About Watches: 1. In the James Bond movies Sean Connery wears a Rolex Submariner while Daniel Craig wears an Omega watch. In the Bourne Ultimatum, Matt Damon wears a TAG Heuer watch. 2. The Omega Speedmaster was a favorite accessory in space! NASA astronauts wore the watch...
The Differences Between Japanese-Made Watches & Swiss-Made Watches
Posted on April 30 2017
Swiss made wristwatches are widely known to be expensive and luxurious due to its fine quality, state of the art mechanism and exceptional craftsmanship. On the other hand, Japanese made watches are recognized as practical and economical timepieces with excellent quality and workmanship. When looking for the best watch, some...
Differences In Watch Movements
Posted on April 30 2017
A watch movement (also known as a “calibre”) is the engine of a watch that acts as the powerhouse to make the watch and its functions work. This internal mechanism inside the timepiece moves the hands and powers any complications such as a chronograph, annual calendar or a dual time...
Vintage Watches
Posted on April 26 2017
VINTAGE WATCHES ARE GENERATING MORE INTEREST OVER THE LAST SEVERAL YEARS SINCE COLLECTORS REALIZE AND APPRECIATE THEIR QUALITY. THE GOOD LOOKING VINTAGE ONES ARE BEING SNAPPED UP AND ADDED TO COLLECTIONS AND ARE BEING WORN. THESE VINTAGE WATCHES ARE A BARGAIN WHEN YOU CONSIDER THE COST OF PRODUCING A COMPARABLE...
About Tourbillons
Posted on April 26 2017
A tourbillon is a mechanism which attempts to optimize precision within mechanical timepieces. This device aims to equalize the effects of gravity on a watch by mounting the balance wheel and escapement inside a rotating cage. Within the cage, the escapement spins around its own axis and rotates one revolution...
My Passion For Wristwatches
Posted on April 26 2017
I'm a watch enthusiast and collector. At any given point in time I have anywhere from 50-150 watches. All of them, other than the ones I have selected for personal use, are stored. I periodically wind the manual-wind watches, rotate the automatic watches on a watch winder, and store my...
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