In this monthly series with Hypetime, Chrono24 will provide information on some of the most coveted luxury watches in the pre-owned market based on real-time findings from their global marketplace.
Each month, five models are featured by Chrono24's in-house experts. The selection is based on monthly analytics, where each piece must meet four criteria: 1) There must be sufficient supply and demand, 2) There must be a significant percentage increase in inquiries and offers compared to the previous month as a reference period, 3) Search queries for the clock model must exceed a critical threshold set from the data set, 4) Available listings per model must exceed a critical threshold set from data set.
Read on for the hottest watches on Chrono24 this November.
Tudor Black Bay Pro 79470-0001
It will come as no surprise to anyone familiar with the world of luxury watches that the Tudor Black Bay bears a striking resemblance to a particular model from their sister company: the famous Rolex Explorer II. But that's not bad, the Black Bay Pro is a steel bezel sportswatch with its own perks. Its 39mm size is very versatile, and it's a GMT with dual-time functionality. Since July of this year, Chrono24 has seen an increase in demand for this model, increasing by more than 400%. It is often seen on the wrist of Tudor ambassador David Beckham, and watch-loving celebs include Will Smith and John Mayer.
Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGA415
Chrono24 reports on the rise in popularity of the Grand Seiko (https://hypebeast.com/tags/grand-seiko) “Skyflake,” the SBGA407 with its signature light blue dial. The Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGA415 is similar in its finishing and surpassed its highest demand since January 2023 last month.
Named after one of Japan's 24 microseasons, “Taisetsu” symbolizes the deep snow and winter sun and is translated into a striking gray textured dial. This watch with a winter aesthetic has a 9R65 Spring Drive movement and its case and bracelet shine in Grand Seiko's High-intensity grade 5 titanium.
Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classique 250.8.86
While the JLC Reversoo Classique is a dress watch for champions, it also features as an elevated contender for everyday watches. The funnest and most eye-catching features of this watch are the outer case and case middle, which provide a cool swivel feature between the dial and caseback. Even though the caseback is on the front and the dial is hidden, this art deco-inspired piece is a work of art, providing the perfect surface for engraving and personalization.
It's no wonder it's often seen worn on the red carpet as it's been spotted on the wrists of Jay-Z, Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jamie Foxx, Pierce Brosnan and John Hamm… and many more. Although its demand has been steady in recent years, Chrono24 saw it rise to its highest point in November.
Cartier Santos De Cartier WSSA0061
Two hot trends in the watch world today are combined in this watch from 2023: the legendary house of Cartier, and the green dial craze. This Cartier Santos De Cartier model is specifically offered with a “smoky green” dial that has left watch fans salivating. The French luxury vibe and stunning green dial give this timepiece a fresh feel with its traditional rounded square shape and exposed bezel screws.
Since its introduction a year and a half ago, demand for the WSSA0061 reached an all-time high on Chrono24 in November, a good indication that the Cartier boom is still going strong. And famous personalities like Tom Holland, Henry Black, and Daan de Groot don't help either.
Rolex Oyster Precision 6466
For vintage Rolex lovers! The Oyster Precision 6466 is an unforgettable piece from the mid-1900s with a smaller unisex case size of 30mm. With a manual wind and plexi “crystal” accurate for its time, this vintage beauty is a prized example of how Rolex stands the test of time — and perhaps most excitingly, one of the cheapest Rolexes on the market.
For vintage lovers, it's like wearing a piece of history. Demand for this model on Chrono24 peaked in November of last year, and interestingly, almost reached that level again last month, perhaps for some lucky gift-getters this holiday season.
