Rolex

Cadmium Green: A bright, light green mixture of Viridian and Cadmium Yellow. Opaque and useful to make muted colors of the natural world. No health labeling required. How do you make cadmium green? Yellow + Blue Cadmium yellow light and cobalt blue: The resulting green resembles permanent green. Cadmium yellow light and ultramarine blue: Ultramarine […]

PATENTED HIGH-TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS Manufactured by Rolex from a particularly hard, corrosion-resistant ceramic, the Cerachrom bezel insert and the Cerachrom bezel are virtually impervious to scratches, and their colours are unaffected by ultraviolet rays. What is Cerachrom made of? Two main materials are needed for the production of Cerachrom: ZrO2 and Al2O3. These two color pigments, […]

It has been regarded as the “watch of kings” and symbolizes power, success, and status. The Rolex Daytona price tag may seem hefty at an average price tag of $50k, but in reality, it is a good investment for anyone who wants to stand out whilst waiting for it to appreciate in value. Is Rolex […]

Rolex Submariner Ref. The Rolex 116610LV was introduced in 2010 as the second green Submariner, featuring the brand’s signature green hue for both its dial and matching green Cerachrom bezel, which earned it the charming “Hulk” nickname. What shade of green does Rolex use? Emeralds. Golf fields. Money. The color green has always been associated […]

But if we had to choose, we would say that a black watch face is the most versatile color to choose. Black watch faces blend well with almost any color. They reduce glare in the sunlight, they are easy to read, and they provide a nice contrast with other colors, such as gold, white, brown, […]

While nicknames like James Bond, Kermit, or Hulk refer to a particular Submariner reference, the name “Bluesy” applies to all steel and gold Submariners with a blue dial and bezel. Why are Submariners called Bubbleheads? For him, and other submarine crew members, ‘bubblehead’ was not a pejorative, rather they saw it as a moniker that […]

Its aesthetic is nearly instantly recognizable to all generations. While it may be a dive watch, it is incredibly versatile. Even with updates or different dial colors, its iconic status lies with its overall design, and that is why the Rolex Submariner is so popular. Why is the Submariner so popular? Quality. With the many […]

In 1920, Hans Wilsdorf registered Montres Rolex SA in Geneva as the new company name (montre is French for a watch (timepiece)); it later became Rolex SA. Rolex. Type Private (SA/Aktiengesellschaft) Operating income $0 (NPO) Owner Hans Wilsdorf Foundation Number of employees 30,000 Subsidiaries Montres Tudor SA What is the nickname for Rolex? The “Fat […]

There is no official definition for what is considered a luxury watch. In general, manually manufactured watches of extraordinarily high quality and with a premium price are classified as luxury watches. What are the features of luxury watch? The important characteristics of a good quality watch MATERIAL OF A WATCH. A quality watch is at […]

The first fluid is simply washing up liquid (detergent) diluted with distilled water (approximately 1 drop of washing up liquid to 100ml of distilled water), the other is 99.9% pure isopropyl alcohol. What is used to clean watches? You can use 99.9% isopropyl alcohol for this since this type of alcohol is very useful in […]

Rolex model or reference numbers are listed on the certificates Rolex issues, but it’s also available on the watch case itself. You will have to remove the bracelet to find it. The reference/model number is engraved between the lugs on the 12 o’clock side where the bracelet meets the watch case as pictured below. What […]

The cost begins at $145 for small items like rings and small pendants. Items like earrings, large pendants and bracelets are usually between $170 – $225, depending upon the intricacy, size and condition of the piece. Gold plating is suitable for jewelry that will not get heavy wear or rubbing on other items. Can I […]

Most rolex customers still dont like to hear this, since they are under the impression that their watch is “waterproof” and will somehow last forever. Unfortunately, both of those facts are incorrect. Nothing is water resistant for life and their watch will not last forever. What happens if your Rolex gets wet? Water damage is […]

One of the most obvious signs of water damage is condensation inside the case. If you see any sort of dew inside your watch, water has gotten inside. Another sign is if the hands of your watch start to malfunction or stop completely – this is generally the result of water interacting with the movement. […]

Omega, Breitling, Longines, Hamilton, Tissot, Rado, Panerai, Sinn, TAG Heuer, Oris, and even Uniform Wares! Which brands make their own movements? Patek Philippe, Rolex, Vacheron Constantin and Audemars Piguet, these brands all make movements in-house. So too do a host of other brands, great and small. Does Rolex use in house movements? Rolex has been […]

These days only the sapphire crystals and some dial hands are outsourced and the hands will be made in-house within a few years, according to Rolex. They do this not out of some obsessive mania for control but to ensure the quality of their product. Who are the suppliers of Rolex? The Birth of the […]

“Technically speaking, Patek Philippe watches are all hand-made and finished, whereas many pieces, even such as (those produced by) Rolex or Omega, typically are finished by machine,” Clymer says. Are Patek Philippe watches mass produced? Unlike Other Swiss brands such as Omega, Tag Heuer, Rolex, you can’t really use the world ”mass-produced” for Patek Philippe […]

Many modern luxury watches are described as being “handmade,” but this descriptor rarely means the watch was entirely handmade. More often, it means that the watch was hand-assembled, hand-finished, or both. Are Rolex watches handmade? Their Movements Are All Hand-Assembled And Tested Well the truth is that Rolex watches are given all the hands-on human […]

The “Watch Valley” covers all the Swiss Jura Arc, from Geneva to Basel, and is the primary location of the Swiss watch-making industry. Where are Swiss watches made? SwitzerlandThe answer is in the name…a Swiss watch is a watch made in Switzerland. Are any watches made in Switzerland? Switzerland remains the beating heart of the […]

Mechanical watches of the twentieth century are highly collectable and stylish objects. They have often been made in small, limited editions, the movements are beautifully engineered and as objects they are sophisticated pieces of equipment. Is it okay to buy second hand watches? Any reputable dealer or seller should be able, and happy, to explain […]