Rolex

They are for normal seconds (continuous), chronograph elapsed minutes (up to 30 minutes) and chronograph elapsed hours (upto 12 hours). The large second hand is used for chronograph seconds and is normally stationary. The Daytona has two different arrangements of the three sub-dials. What are the three small dials on a Rolex Daytona? How to […]

To be marked Swiss made, a watch has to meet the requirement of minimum 60% of Swiss value. Previous requirements, such as the incorporation of a Swiss movement, casing-up and final inspection in Switzerland, remain in place. What is meant by Swiss-made? Swiss made is a label or marking used to indicate that a product […]

According to the New York Times, the margins that most Rolex retailers have when they sell a Rolex watch is 40%. Sometimes, the margin is higher, and sometimes it is lower. Note that this is the retail markup. Are Rolex dealers allowed to charge over MSRP? The short answer is yes, a Rolex AD can […]

Inspired by Japanese sumi-e paintings – that rely on different concentrations of black ink for shading and depth – the dégradé dial starts as a copper disc that is the hand-painted with several layers of black Japanese lacquer, each layer with a different concentration of black, creating the graduated finish and Do modern watch dials […]

The dial contains centuries of culture, stories, and secrets, all packed in a wafer of metal that measures less than one millimeter thick. How thick is a watch hand? Standard case thickness in the industry: 6mm – 8mm as thin. 8mm – 12mm as average, and. 14mm – 18mm as thick. What is enamel watch […]

Often carried out inside sophisticated vacuum chambers where the pressure is equivalent to that found in space, some 150 kilometres above the earth’s surface, the techniques used by Rolex coat the dials with a fine layer of vaporized oxides and metals less than one micron thick. How big is a Rolex dial? Rolex Case Sizes […]

Real Rolex watches have an artful engraving on the winder’s top, while fakes opt for generic winders or poorly crafted engravings on the winder. For example, a genuine Rolex and a fake one may both have the crown logo and three dots engraved onto the winder’s top. Can I check a Rolex serial number? In […]

To make an enamel dial, the ground-up enamel is applied to a metal disc. Either by sieving it in an even layer, or by mixing the powder with water and brushing it across the surface. Through firing in an oven at 800 to 1,200℃, the enamel melts and flows into a smooth consistency that bonds […]

Mineral glass is a material made out of glass. Almost all mineral glass watches today are tempered mineral glass. This means that the surface of the glass is heat-hardened, i.e. heated to a high temperature, which increases the hardness of the surface of the glass and thus does not break or scratch as easily. Is […]

There should be an engraving on the inside of the watch that says something like “Geneva, Switzerland,” the metal type, and the model number. This engraving should be perfect as well. View the pictures below to see what the inside should look like. The inside of your Rolex should look like this! How do you […]

To get straight to the point: no, a watch does not have to be worn on the left wrist. The right wrist is just as good. The reason most people still have their watch on their left wrist is simple. Is it weird to wear a watch on your right hand? The normal method is […]

Seiko watches rarely hold their value because they’re manufactured in such large quantities that there’s no exclusivity. Most Seiko watches also don’t have any innovative features or exotic materials. However, certain models with unique features may even increase their value over time. Are Seiko watches worth any money? You can rest easy, though, since vintage […]

Decorative dials, like for the Rolex President, are made by a diamond-tipped tool that automatically and meticulously carves the pattern into the surface. This is where we see Rolex’s past experience blend with modern technology. What material is the Rolex dial made from? brassAside from some special dials made from materials such as meteorite, mother-of-pearl, […]

18k gold. Aside from some special dials made from materials such as meteorite, mother-of-pearl, and hard stones, Rolex dials are made from brass, while the dial markers are fashioned from 18k gold (also made in-house at Rolex’s own gold foundry) to prevent tarnishing. What are Rolex markers made of? goldThe appliques, which include hour markers […]

Hold the watch firmly, turn the ball to the left until it starts to unscrew. Keep going until you can grip the back of the watch with your fingers and turn it some more. Pull the back off. How do you remove the face of a Rolex? How To Remove Rolex Bezel As shown in […]

Overall, black is the right watch dial colour for practicality — for the simple fact that watches with black dials often come with white or luminous or hands that make it easier to tell the time in conditions of low light and poor visibility. Which dial watch is best? Here’s a look at 10 of […]

Rolex uses three distinct techniques to add color to the brass dial blanks depending on the shade it wants to achieve. Lacquering is typically used for black, white, blue, green, and opaque colored dials. Electroplating is used for metallic shades like silver, gold, and rhodium. What is the dial color on a Rolex? For example, […]

Designer jewelry and all watches are available for shorter layaway terms, and require a larger deposit. * Layaways do not incur financing charges or any additional fees. We ask for monthly payments, and you will receive your purchase upon receipt of your final payment. Can I put Rolex watch on layaway? Financing the cost of […]

You can apply for a personal loan for just about anything, and it is so easy to do so online. Personal loan websites will ask you financial questions to determine if you are qualified for the amount you need to purchase your luxury watch. Can you get a loan against a watch? If you need […]

You can pay with all major credit cards, PayPal, Sofort, iDeal and bank transfer. You get the best price for a vintage watch, but please feel free to make an offer on a vtg watch. Can you get scammed on Chrono24? No, Chrono24 themselves do not sell fake watches. However, sellers that are active on […]