Jewelry & Watches

PortAuthorityNYNJOn January 12, Bob's Watches will open its newest boutique at John F. Kennedy International Airport Terminal 8, bringing pre-owned luxury watches into one of the world’s most high-profile travel environments. The opening marks a significant expansion for the brand and a shift in how travelers encounter fine timepieces, merging trusted resale with the ease and immediacy of airport shopping.  Designed with travelers in mind, the Terminal 8 location will feature a carefully curated selection of pre-owned Rolex watches chosen for their versatility, durability, and timeless appeal. The boutique will emphasize simplicity and transparency, allowing customers to browse confidently in…

Don WeismantelIn the world of horology, there are many genres to cater for all sizes and tastes. In recent times, the introduction of different materials has really made a huge impact on the market. Bronze is a popular choice mainly because of its warm tones. There are now many forums on social media dedicated specifically to bronze watches. Members constantly share images of their timepieces in various stages of oxidation. This metal develops a patina like other metals, and the results are unique each time. I also feel watchmakers love bronze because it enhances bold designs. Certainly, it appealed to…

Bob's WatchesThe luxury watch world is experiencing a notable shift as the United States eases tariffs on Swiss imports, a move that has brought renewed optimism to an industry shaped by craftsmanship, heritage, and global demand. Amid this changing landscape, one company continues to stand out for redefining how collectors experience high end timepieces. Bob’s Watches has built a reputation as one of the most trusted names in the pre owned luxury watch market, offering clarity and confidence in a category where transparency has not always been the norm. Bobs WatchesAt a time when many buyers are seeking both value…

GELFMANApproximately 16 years ago I purchased a Nixie watch from Cathode Corner. This company is the brainchild enthusiastic inventor David Forbes. He gained global exposure for his first generation watch because of Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak bought multiple pieces. There must have been something about the deconstructed naivety of the design that really resonated with him. Since then I have reviewed other much more sophisticated models like a for tube variant from NixieHorizonte. There are also notable examples like the cantilevered NX.2. from Battenberg Foundation and multiple exquisite clocks from Frank Buchwald. This Berlin based designer is represented by Maximilian…

Bob's WatchesSome watches tell time. Others tell stories — and this one reads like a family legend. Bob’s Watches, the leading destination for pre-owned luxury and Rolex timepieces, has unearthed an extraordinary Rolex Pre-Daytona Ref. 6238 that’s as steeped in history as it is in style. With its ultra-rare black dial, original box and papers, and direct family provenance, this remarkable piece bridges generations and captures a pivotal moment in Rolex design — the precise intersection where elegance and engineering first merged to define the modern Daytona. Bobs WatchesOriginally purchased in 1968, the watch has remained in the same family…

Bob's WatchesFor more than 25 years, Bob’s Watches has been the trusted destination for collectors and first-time buyers looking to purchase, sell, and trade Rolex watches. With over 50,000 Rolex transactions since 2010, Bob’s has become the largest and most transparent pre-owned Rolex exchange in the U.S., offering real-time pricing data and unmatched market expertise. Today, that expertise is more valuable than ever, as the market presents a rare window of opportunity for savvy buyers. Bobs WatchesAfter years of skyrocketing demand that pushed certain Rolex models to record highs, the market has recently experienced a healthy correction. Prices for many…

The Versace Watches Spring-Summer 2025 collection shares in the rich codes of the House’s fashion collections and its signature sculptural approach to design. These highly crafted shapes impart impact when worn and each watch can be considered a piece of wearable design. Reference points within classical arts, mythology and the celestial which are ever prevalent in Versace design—including the iconic Medusa and the Greca motif—are reworked across the seasonal collection in both explicit and more subtle, enticing ways. With peekaboo dial design leading the jewelry watch trends this season, the Versace Reveal captures the renewed fascination with secret watches, transforming timekeeping into a moment of…

Bob's WatchesIn the late 1970s, a contestant on The Price is Right walked away with what seemed like just another door prize. Decades later, that very prize has resurfaced — and it happens to be one of the rarest Rolex Submariners ever made. Today, it sits with Bob’s Watches, where its significance is being carefully documented and celebrated. The watch in question is a 1978 Rolex Submariner Ref. 1680, notable as the first Submariner to feature a date display — a milestone in Rolex’s evolution. But what sets this example apart is the Tiffany & Co. co-branding on the dial.…

Steve HuytonOn social media there are several forums dedicated purely to brass and bronze watches. Dedicated enthusiasts share images of their timepieces in different stages of oxidation. Some of the most popular brands are Vintage VDB and Kaventsmann. Both these German watchmakers produce bold oversized limited-edition Swiss automatics. However, in my opinion the leader of the pack is Martin Pauli (who trades under the name Angular Momentum). His freestyle collection is exceptionally progressive and as the name suggests created without the intervention of CNC machines. Previously I’ve reviewed the Blue, Green Lume & Bronze, Polythemos and Polythemos Ebonite.  Steve HuytonRecently,…

Bob's WatchesFew watches have achieved the mythical status of the Rolex Daytona. Introduced in 1963 and named after the famous Florida racetrack, the Daytona has transcended its roots as a professional racing chronograph to become one of the most coveted timepieces in the world. Its sleek design, impeccable functionality, and unrivaled heritage in motorsport culture have cemented it as the ultimate Rolex—an icon that appeals equally to serious collectors and first-time luxury watch buyers. Bobs Watches“The Daytona remains Rolex’s trophy watch,” says Paul Altieri, founder and CEO of Bob’s Watches. “It’s the model that continues to define collectibility in the…