Rolex Day-Date 'Bark' diamonds and regardless of the movement

and regardless of the movement that fills it

There are times when a watch ceases to be a watch and becomes something else

and red) in the waters of Neuchatel Lake

and have become nothing short of iconic among collectors—particularly the Carrera

This 36mm example features a luminous gray sunburst dial with applied stick indices in outstanding condition throughout with an as-new dial and a sharp case with matching solid link Oyster bracelet

Rolex Day-Date 'Bark' diamonds and regardless of the movementFew watches make a statement like a solid gold Rolex. This anachronistic blend of technical design and functionality with a precious metal casing material is a polarizing one, and depending on how its worn (and indeed, by whom), can send very different signals and we'll just leave it at that. But in an expanding community of vintage enthusiasts, how do you maintain your individuality while also seeking to acquire some of the 'standard fare' iconic