{"id":51160,"date":"2022-12-24T06:01:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-24T14:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bobswatches.com\/rolex-blog\/?p=51160"},"modified":"2024-03-11T09:11:41","modified_gmt":"2024-03-11T16:11:41","slug":"top-rolex-luxury-watch-moments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bobswatches.com\/rolex-blog\/rolex-news\/top-rolex-luxury-watch-moments.html","title":{"rendered":"Bob\u2019s Watches Year in Review: 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

2022 is coming to an end, which means it’s time for our annual year in review, where we highlight some of the biggest industry trends and stand-out moments here at Bob\u2019s Watches. Which timepieces were the most popular, and which trends from last year endured? We pulled data from all aspects of the business, including the most expensive watch sold, which states bought the most luxury watches, and what our most popular blog posts were.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It was an exciting and busy year. Let\u2019s take a quick look at some of the most memorable moments of 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Watch By Model Number<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Last\u2019s years top watch sold by model number, the Submariner ref. 116610, was dethroned in 2022 by the iconic 5-digit ref. Rolex 16610<\/a>, which doesn’t come as much of a surprise because, outwardly, both watches are similar in design. Both feature a 40mm case, stainless steel finish, black dial, and black bezel, a timeless combination that many avid Rolex collectors seek year after year. What sets the Submariner ref. 16610 apart from its 6-digit successor, is the older-style case and bracelet, aluminum bezel, and smaller hour markers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Dial Color<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Another top seller at Bob’s Watches for the past several years is the black dial, which is fitting considering the top watch sold was the Submariner 16610. Black is a popular choice because it’s so versatile and classic. Not to mention that black is also Rolex’s go-to dial color for most of the sports watches in their catalog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Metal<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Stainless steel watches have been among the most popular for a while now, with many consistently selling out on the retail level and commanding well over their original price to purchase one pre-owned. Much of the hype can be attributed to the fact that stainless steel is one of the most affordable and durable metal finishes on the market. However, two-tone watches are making a comeback in recent years \u2013 it will be interesting to see if the trend continues into next year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Bracelet Type<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The top metal was stainless steel, and the top dial color was black, both of which are hallmarks of the Submariner collection. So, the top bracelet type makes a lot of sense: the Oyster bracelet. The three-link bracelet is also a fixture of the Submariner and the rest of the Rolex catalog. It\u2019s timeless and practical \u2013 everything many collectors seek in a great luxury watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Watch Sold By Model<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Oyster Perpetual Datejust was the top model sold this year. The iconic dress watch has been on the market since 1945 and boasts one of the most varied portfolios of any other Rolex watch. Features include multiple case sizes, metal finishes, bracelet types, and even dial colors. The Datejust is most recognized by the date mechanism at the 3-hour marker, which was the first of its kind when the model hit the market over seventy years ago. It has since become one of the most successful watches in Rolex history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Most Searched Watch<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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That brings us to the most searched watch of 2022, the GMT Master II ref. 16710. It has all the appeal of a classic pilot\u2019s watch featuring a 24-hour bi-directional bezel and centrally-mounted GMT hand. Reference 16710 also holds an interesting place in Rolex history because it perfected upon the design of the inaugural GMT Master II ref. 16760, bringing with it a slimmer movement and case. It featured comfortable proportions and the then-newly independent GMT hand, allowing the wearer to read up to three time zones simultaneously. Ref. 16710 is a legend that continues to top many Rolex enthusiasts\u2019 must-have lists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Most Expensive Rolex Sold In 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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What is the most expensive Rolex? For us here at Bob\u2019s Watches, that would be the platinum Daytona with an iced-out dial, which sold for a cool $212k. The Daytona we sold featured the finest metals and gems on the market, including Rolex\u2019s proprietary 950 platinum and high quality diamonds hand-set by the brand\u2019s in-house expert gemologists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Top 4 States That Purchased Luxury Watches<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Sales in 2022 spanned from coast to coast, with California, Texas, Florida, and New York topping the list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

YouTube<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Bob\u2019s Watches YouTube channel covers every aspect of watch collecting, from lesser-known watch collecting secrets to in-depth vintage watch reviews and heated debates on the industry\u2019s hottest topics. Next, we\u2019ll cover the top videos from our most popular YouTube playlists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Inside Watches Episode<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This series covers many aspects of watch collecting to help our followers build a stellar watch collection. The range of videos includes the history of some of the most sought-after timepieces to the best watch-collecting tips from industry professionals. The top episode of Inside Watches covered a rare Rolex defect that now commands a premium on the secondary market: the pateted Rolex. These watches feature a typo on the clasp reading \u201cpateted\u201d instead of \u201cpatented\u201d on some 9315 Oyster bracelets produced during the 1970s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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