From superheroes to sports, these watches are identified by their pop cultural and historical nicknames

Watches With *Nicknames*

Ceramic

Rotating

Steel

Fold

Silver

Oyster

Rolex, originally founded in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf, stands as a paragon of horological excellence and timeless style. This Swiss watchmaking legend has consistently set the standard for precision, durability, and prestige. Rolex watches are renowned for their enduring value, making them both exceptional timekeepers and coveted collector's items. With iconic designs like the Rolex Submariner, Rolex Datejust, and Rolex Day-Date, this brand epitomizes luxury craftsmanship and innovation.

Rolex

Date

Sapphire

Black

Unisex

Automatic

GMT-Master II "Sprite" / Oyster

None

GMT-Master II

Jubilee

Chronometer

The Rolex GMT-Master 126710 was introduced at BaselWorld 2018. It features a Pepsi bezel insert in ceramic, a jubilee bracelet, and the new caliber 3285.

GMT-Master II "Pepsi" / Jubilee

Rose Gold

The Rolex GMT-Master 126711 was introduced at Baselworld 2018. It features a black & brown bezel insert in Cerachrom, while both its case and bracelet are executed in a combination of stainless steel and Everose gold.

GMT-Master II "Root Beer"

Double-Fold

Audemars Piguet, founded in 1875, represents the epitome of Swiss watchmaking artistry. Established by Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet, this prestigious brand is known for its pioneering spirit and avant-garde designs. The Royal Oak, a groundbreaking timepiece introduced in 1972, and designed by Gerald Genta, exemplifies Audemars Piguet's commitment to innovation. With its blend of tradition and modernity, Audemars Piguet continues to push boundaries, creating exceptional watches that captivate collectors and connoisseurs alike.

Audemars Piguet

Introduced in 2012 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the original reference 5402’s introduction, Audemars Piguet’s reference 15202 Royal Oak “Jumbo” exemplifies the spirit and DNA of the groundbreaking luxury sports watch collection. 

An undying ode to Gerald Genta’s 1972 design, the reference 15202 sports near identical proportions to the original Royal Oak, measuring 39 mm in diameter, and just 7 mm thick. Though the pioneering reference it pays homage to first launched solely in stainless steel, the reference 15202 debuted in both stainless steel and rose gold configurations. With the passing of time, Audemars Piguet has come to produce iterations of the reference in titanium, yellow gold, and platinum, as well. 

Similarly, this modern reinterpretation of the pioneering icon is powered by the same ultra-thin AP caliber 2121 movement that’s found beneath the original reference 5402’s caseback. Based on Jaeger LeCoultre’s caliber JLC 920, the caliber 2021 remains to this day as the world’s thinnest full-rotor automatic movement. The presence of this same movement in both the original reference and its modern reinterpretation is a testament to the watchmaker’s commitment to employing only the best of components from the beginning.


Blue

Royal Oak "Jumbo" Extra-Thin 39 / Blue

Royal Oak

Introduced at Baselworld 2010, the Rolex Submariner Date 116610LV extends the green theme of the 2003 16610LV to the dial, earning this watch the nickname "Hulk." Its stainless steel case measures 40 mm across, and is fitted with a green Cerachrom bezel insert.

Green

Submariner "Hulk"

Submariner

GMT-Master II "Batgirl"

Aluminum

Omega, with its origins dating back to 1848, has been synonymous with precision and innovation in watchmaking. Founded by Louis Brandt originally as La Generale Watch Co., in La Chaux-de-Fonds, this Swiss brand ultimately grew to have a rich heritage in space exploration, having been the official timepiece of NASA missions. Omega's legacy includes iconic models like the Speedmaster, Seamaster, and Constellation, all celebrated for their performance and design. With a commitment to excellence, Omega continues to push the boundaries of horological achievement.

Omega

Manual

Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch 3861 Steel / Black / Sapphire / Bracelet

Speedmaster

President

White

Day-Date 36 Rose Gold / Fluted / White / Roman / President

Roman

Day-Date

The Rolex GMT-Master 126710BLRO was introduced at BaselWorld 2018. It features a 'Pepsi'-color bezel insert in ceramic, and a black dial. Power comes from the self-winding caliber 3285. Reference 126710BLRO-0002 is fitted with an Oyster-style bracelet. This configuration was added to the collection in 2021.

GMT-Master II "Pepsi" / Oyster

Introduced in 2020, the Rolex Submariner reference 126610LV-0002 has a stainless steel case measuring 41 mm across, which is ever-so slightly larger than the previous generation. Fitted with a green Cerachrom bezel, this model is affectionately nicknamed the "Starbucks" by collectors. Power comes from the self-winding caliber 3235.

Submariner Date 41 "Starbucks"

The Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea 126660-0002 was introduced at Baselworld 2018. This second generation of the Deepsea features a redesigned case and bracelet, and is powered by Rolex' caliber 3235 rather than the 3135 found in the first generation.

Sea-Dweller Deepsea D-Blue "James Cameron"

Sea-Dweller

White Gold

The Rolex GMT-Master II 126719BLRO-0002 was introduced in 2019. It features a white gold case and a meteorite dial. Inside is Rolex's caliber 3285.

Meteorite

GMT-Master II "Pepsi" / Meteorite

Buckle

Fabric

Chronograph

Speedmaster "Silver Snoopy Award"

The Rolex GMT-Master II 126719BLRO-0003 was introduced in 2019. It features a white gold case, paired with a Pepsi style Cerachrom bezel, and a blue dial.

GMT-Master II "Pepsi" / White Gold

The Rolex Sea-Dweller 126600 was introduced at Baselworld 2017. It features a 43 mm Oyster case paired with a Cerachrom bezel and a black dial, distinguished by its red model designation. Its scratch-resistant sapphire crystal is fitted with a cyclops, which is a first for the Sea-Dweller.

Day-Date 40 Rose Gold / Fluted / Olive-Green / Roman / President

Titanium

Rubber

Gray

Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph 44 Titanium - Schumacher - Limited to 1,000 Pieces

Royal Oak Offshore

The Submariner 16610 LV was introduced in 2003 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Submariner. It features a distinct green bezel. 

Submariner Date "Kermit"

Yellow Gold

Submariner Date Two-Tone / Blue

Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch Big Box / Bracelet / Sapphire

Submariner Date "Kermit - Flat IV" 40 Steel / Aluminum / Black / Oyster

The GMT-Master II was introduced in 1989, replacing the reference 16760 "Fat Lady." It was available in a wide range of versions, among them those with the "Pepsi" bezel as shown here.

Watches With Nicknames