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Best Skeleton Watches

Best Skeleton Watches

Skeleton watches have captivated watch enthusiasts for decades, offering a unique and mesmerizing glimpse into the intricate inner workings of...

How Much Is a Rolex Submariner?

How Much Is a Rolex Submariner?

The Submariner is not only one of Rolex’s oldest Oyster Professional models but also one of its most coveted. Born...

Where Are Omega Watches Made?

Where Are Omega Watches Made?

For over 170 years, Omega timepieces have been synonymous with precision, innovation, and luxury in the world of watchmaking. Founded...

How To Set Time on Rolex – A Comprehensive Guide

How To Set Time on Rolex – A Comprehensive Guide

Iconic Rolex watches have been adorning the wrists of discerning individuals for over a century, serving as a symbol of...

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The Most Expensive Rolex Watches Ever Sold

The Most Expensive Rolex Watches Ever Sold

As one of the most recognized luxury watch brands in the world, Rolex timepieces have become synonymous with prestige, quality...

How Rotating Bezels Actually Work

How Rotating Bezels Actually Work

Rotating bezels stand out as both stylish and functional elements. What started as mere decorations on watches has evolved into...

Omega’s Role in Pop Culture 

Omega’s Role in Pop Culture 

From the wrists of cinematic heroes to the forefront of groundbreaking NASA space missions, the Omega watch collection has transcended...

Omega Interviews and Expert Opinions

Omega Interviews and Expert Opinions

Omega has been creating exquisite Swiss timepieces since its founding by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds in 1848. Through dedication...

Finance Your Rolex Just in Time for the Holidays

Finance Your Rolex Just in Time for the Holidays

With Halloween behind us and Thanksgiving just a few weeks away, we are in the swing of the holiday season!...

Oris Watches Ultimate Buying Guide

Oris Watches Ultimate Buying Guide

As seasoned experts and connoisseurs of luxury timepieces, we’re thrilled to present an in-depth exploration of a brand that exemplifies...

Domino’s Rolex Air-King Watches: Everything You Need to Know

Domino’s Rolex Air-King Watches: Everything You Need to Know

Those familiar with the Rolex Air-King collection have likely browsed plenty of popular models. While a number of these references...

Cartier Santos 100 Ultimate Buying Guide

Cartier Santos 100 Ultimate Buying Guide

Most people familiar with Cartier watches have heard of the Cartier Santos watches. The Santos line began in 1904 when...

Cartier Watch Serial Numbers Guide

Cartier Watch Serial Numbers Guide

Equally famous for its wristwatches as it is for its jewelry, Cartier is easily one of the most famous luxury...

Rolex White Face Watches Buying Guide

Rolex White Face Watches Buying Guide

It might feel like spring is around the corner – or that it should be, at least. But in terms...

Watch 101

Why Are Rolex So Expensive?

Why Are Rolex So Expensive?

Rolex watches have been synonymous with luxury and status for over a century. With Rolex prices ranging from a few...

Rolex Watch Case Size

Rolex Watch Case Size

Rolex Sizing Guide: Find The Right Size For Your Wrist There are a lot of factors that people consider when...

How to Use the Rolex Explorer II Like a GMT

How to Use the Rolex Explorer II Like a GMT

How to Use the Rolex Explorer II Like a GMT Using Its 24-Hour Hand and Bezel First released in 1971...

Master Chronometer vs Superlative Chronometer

Master Chronometer vs Superlative Chronometer

Accuracy has always been an important point of pride and marketing for luxury watch brands. For over a century, the...

Omega’s Technological Innovations: Pioneering the Future of Luxury Watches

Omega’s Technological Innovations: Pioneering the Future of Luxury Watches

Renowned for its rich heritage and relentless pursuit of innovation, the popular collections from the Omega watch brand have long...

Omega Watch Bracelets and Straps

Omega Watch Bracelets and Straps

For over 100 years, Omega’s timeless watch collections have been gracing the wrists of discerning wearers who appreciate fine Swiss...

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How Much Is a Rolex Submariner?

How Much Is a Rolex Submariner?

The Submariner is not only one of Rolex’s oldest Oyster Professional models but also one of its most coveted. Born...

Best Rolex Investment: Ultimate Guide

Best Rolex Investment: Ultimate Guide

In the world of luxury timepieces, Rolex stands out as a symbol of prestige, craftsmanship, and timeless value. Investing in...

Affordable Swiss Watches

Affordable Swiss Watches

Luxury Swiss watches can come with exorbitant price tags that place them out of reach for many watch enthusiasts. However,...

Best Watches Under $5,000

Best Watches Under $5,000

With careful searching, there is an extensive range of high-quality luxury watches available for under $5,000 for both men and...

Rolex GMT-Master II Ultimate Buying Guide

Rolex GMT-Master II Ultimate Buying Guide

As one of the most well-known luxury watch brands, Rolex has an impressive portfolio of iconic timepieces. Rolex models often...

Rolex Explorer 40 224270 Buying Guide

Rolex Explorer 40 224270 Buying Guide

Rolex introduced a new reference to its classic Explorer model collection – the Explorer 40 reference 224270. This stainless steel...

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Bob’s Watches: A Year in Review

Bob’s Watches: A Year in Review

As we wave goodbye to another year, it’s time to sit back and reflect on what a wild ride it’s...

Patek Philippe x Tiffany’s Collaboration: A Review of Three Masterpieces

Patek Philippe x Tiffany’s Collaboration: A Review of Three Masterpieces

In the world of luxury timepieces, two names stand out in perfect harmony: the exquisite Patek Philippe watch collection and...

Rolex Celebration Dial: The Complete Review

Rolex Celebration Dial: The Complete Review

The iconic Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch collection has long been a staple in the world of luxury timepieces. In 2023,...

Rolex Daytona 116509 Ultimate Buying Guide

Rolex Daytona 116509 Ultimate Buying Guide

The Rolex Daytona ref. 116509 is one of the brand’s most impressive chronographs to date. Part of the current Cosmograph...

Vintage Rolex Submariner 5508 History

Vintage Rolex Submariner 5508 History

When it comes to vintage Rolex, it is the tiny, almost undetectable differences that account for thousands, even tens of...

Vintage Rolex Date 1530 Ultimate Buying Guide

Vintage Rolex Date 1530 Ultimate Buying Guide

We would forgive you if you mistook the Rolex 1530 for the OysterQuartz. The OysterQuartz is, perhaps, one of the most...

Rolex Info

Who Owns Rolex?

Who Owns Rolex?

The timepieces produced by Rolex have embodied the pinnacle of luxurious horology for over a century. Despite being worn by...

Rolex Nicknames : The Ultimate Guide to Discovering the Stories Behind the Names

Rolex Nicknames : The Ultimate Guide to Discovering the Stories Behind the Names

Many Rolex watches have earned nicknames that – while entirely unofficial – are now commonplace among Rolex collector terminology. Other...

Unleash Timeless Elegance: The Ultra-Rare Rolex Daytona Paul Newman 6241

Unleash Timeless Elegance: The Ultra-Rare Rolex Daytona Paul Newman 6241

Welcome to the realm of horological enchantment, where history converges with luxury, and time transcends ordinary boundaries. Today, we present...

3 Great Vintage Watches To Start Building Your Collection

3 Great Vintage Watches To Start Building Your Collection

Starting a vintage Rolex collection can sometimes be a bit daunting. When you start off, it’s hard not to have...

Rolex Dials – A Guide To The Most Sought-After & Unique Pieces

Rolex Dials – A Guide To The Most Sought-After & Unique Pieces

The face of a watch, or its dial, is arguably the centerpiece that captures the essence and personality of the...

Vintage Rolex Explorer II 16550

Vintage Rolex Explorer II 16550

Like the other tool watches in the Rolex catalog, the Explorer II was born out of necessity and has since...

Rolex News

Omega Watch Maintenance and Care

Omega Watch Maintenance and Care

As one of the most recognizable luxury watch brands worldwide, the Omega watch brand has a long legacy of producing...

Head-to-Head Vintage Collections | Watch & Tell ft. Paul Altieri & Morgan King

Head-to-Head Vintage Collections | Watch & Tell ft. Paul Altieri & Morgan King

Paul Altieri, CEO of Bob’s Watches, recently sat down with acclaimed watch collector and industry icon Morgan King for a...

Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce: Rolex Collections

Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce: Rolex Collections

When you think of iconic duos, peanut butter and jelly or Batman and Robin might come to mind. But in...

Rolex Daytona Le Mans Anniversary Edition Released: Reference 126529LN

Rolex Daytona Le Mans Anniversary Edition Released: Reference 126529LN

In a surprising mid-year drop, Rolex announced a white gold Daytona created specifically for the 100th anniversary of the 24...

The Rolex Milgauss Is Now Discontinued

The Rolex Milgauss Is Now Discontinued

Has the Rolex Milgauss been discontinued? The short answer is, yes it has. Introduced in the mid-1950s during an era...

2023 Reactions to Top Watches & Wonders Releases

2023 Reactions to Top Watches & Wonders Releases

Watches and Wonders 2023 is off to an exciting start in Geneva, Switzerland.  Dozens of the industry’s top brands have...

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Sell Your Luxury Watch

If you are looking for the best place to sell your watch or how to find the value or worth of your used luxury timepiece, turn to the experts here for a free no obligation evaluation.

Events

Omega Watch Events and News 

Omega Watch Events and News 

Omega has a storied history spanning over 170 years. Founded in La-Chaux-de-fonds, Switzerland in 1848 by Louis Brandt, the company...

The Grant Thornton Golf Invitational Sponsored by Bob’s Watches

The Grant Thornton Golf Invitational Sponsored by Bob’s Watches

The Grant Thornton Golf Invitational, scheduled for December 4th to 10th, 2023, is not just a tournament; it’s a festivity...

Memorial Day Watches: Rolex in Red, White & Blue

Memorial Day Watches: Rolex in Red, White & Blue

If you have been waiting for the right time to purchase your next luxury watch, there isn’t a much better...

An Evening of Watches, Wheels, and Whiskey Hosted by Bob’s Watches

An Evening of Watches, Wheels, and Whiskey Hosted by Bob’s Watches

The Southern California sun set on the charming Oris Airstream as watch collectors gathered at the Marconi Automotive Museum to enjoy an evening of...

Motorcar Cavalcade Concours d’Elegance

Motorcar Cavalcade Concours d’Elegance

Famous for its glamorous vibe, vibrant scene, and lavish living, few cities in the country are as closely associated with...

Best Women’s Watches for Investing: Rolex Stella Dials – Exclusive Retail Partnership with Goop

Best Women’s Watches for Investing: Rolex Stella Dials – Exclusive Retail Partnership with Goop

Bob’s Watches collaborated with Gwyneth Paltrow’s lifestyle brand, Goop, to bring you a remarkable collection of one-of-a-kind Rolex watches. The carefully...

New Releases

New Audemars Piguet Releases

New Audemars Piguet Releases

The folks at Audemars Piguet have were busy when they created this stunning timepiece. Keep on reading for all the...

New Patek Philippe Releases

New Patek Philippe Releases

Christmas came early for high-end watch enthusiasts with renowned watchmaker Patek Philippe dropping eight new watch models including five chronographs,...

Rolex Rainbow Daytona Ultimate Buying Guide

Rolex Rainbow Daytona Ultimate Buying Guide

Aside from the usual seriousness to roll out of the house of Rolex, the brand is not above being playful/colorful...

About The Rolex Lady-Datejust 28

About The Rolex Lady-Datejust 28

Similar to what Rolex did with the men's Datejust 41, the brand also introduced white metal versions of the Lady-Datejust...

Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Tokyo 2020 Watches – Two Sizes in 18k Yellow Gold

Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Tokyo 2020 Watches – Two Sizes in 18k Yellow Gold

Omega’s history as the Official Timekeeper of the Olympic Games dates all the way back to 1932 and the upcoming...

New Omega Watch Models for 2021

New Omega Watch Models for 2021

Just ahead of Watches and Wonders, Omega has announced a number of new releases for 2021. The new Omega watches...

Comparisons

Rolex 116500 vs Rolex 126500 Comparison

Rolex 116500 vs Rolex 126500 Comparison

The Rolex Daytona collection is one of the most iconic chronograph wristwatch series since its introduction in 1963. Known for...

Chronograph vs Chronometer Watches – Understanding the Intricacies

Chronograph vs Chronometer Watches – Understanding the Intricacies

In the intricate world of timekeeping, where precision meets artistry, lies the eternal fascination with watches. Among the myriad types...

Rolex Datejust 36 vs 41 Comparison

Rolex Datejust 36 vs 41 Comparison

When it comes to the world of luxury timepieces, the Rolex Datejust series stands as an enduring symbol of elegance...

Rolex Coke vs. Pepsi Watches: Exploring A Timeless Dilemma

Rolex Coke vs. Pepsi Watches: Exploring A Timeless Dilemma

Welcome to the fascinating world of Rolex watches, where time is not just measured but celebrated in style. In this...

Rolex vs Audemars Piguet Watches

Rolex vs Audemars Piguet Watches

Step into the realm of horological mastery, where precision intertwines with opulence, and the artistry of timekeeping comes to life....

Oris vs Omega Watches: Which Should You Invest In

Oris vs Omega Watches: Which Should You Invest In

In the world of horology, where precision and craftsmanship reign supreme, Swiss watchmaking has long been the gold standard. Among...