Rolex

Chlorine can damage and discolor metals (like gold and platinum) and can slowly erode the finish and polish of gemstones. Is it OK to wear gold in the pool? A: Durable materials like platinum and fine gold should be fine as long as you take them off before going in the water. It’s the same […]

A watch crown or winding stem is the small ribbed knob located at the 3 o’clock position on most mechanical and automatic watches. Why is it called a watch crown? So, why is it called a “crown?” As it turns out, the term has royal inspiration, as the round, fluted shape of the winding knob […]

While Cousteau wore a Rolex, his chief diver and engineer, André Laban, favored a first series Blancpain Fifty Fathoms, which can be seen on his wrist in a number of scenes during the film. Which Doxa did Cousteau wear? DOXA SUB 300TBut there is one watch brand that was worn and endorsed by Cousteau himself, […]

So to answer the original question of what watches divers actually use. Yes, a particularly well-heeled and experienced diver can use a Swiss timepiece, but the majority are more likely to pick up a digital dive watch from Suunto or a diving computer from Aqualung or Shearwater. Do divers really wear Rolex? Short answer, no. […]

Description. In the 1970s and 1980s, divers wore dive watches because it was the standard way to track bottom time while scuba diving. Today, with dive computers being the norm, divers wear watches as symbols that identify them as scuba divers. Do people actually use Rolex for diving? Short answer, no. The electronic dive computer […]

The bigger, bolder Explorer makes the grade as an elegant sports/dress watch. Can the Rolex Explorer be a dress watch? It is the perfect dress and casual watch. Plus, the full lume on the dial makes it a winner for me. What type of watch is a explorer? The Explorer is probably one of the […]

Can You Shower With Stainless Steel Jewelry? This is one of the most often asked questions. And the answer is yes. Stainless steel shower resistance is very high and you can easily wear it while showering. Can stainless steel go in the shower? Can I shower With Stainless Steel Jewelry? Yes, you can. You can […]

Ever since Rolex became the official timepiece of Daytona, winners of the 24-hour race — now known as the Rolex 24 — have been awarded with a specially engraved Cosmograph. Who gets a Rolex at the 24 hours of Daytona? All winning driversAll winning drivers in each class receive special Rolex Cosmograph Daytona. The Rolex […]

The Submariner was originally created specifically for underwater exploration and diving. Over the years, it has proved to be equally at home out of the water and has become the emblematic all-round watch, worn by explorers, athletes, filmmakers, artists and others across all walks of life. Is the Rolex Submariner a dive watch? The Submariner […]

A chronograph watch typically has three dials to register the time elapsed – a second dial (also referred to as a sub-second dial), a minute dial and an hour dial. What are sub dials on a watch? Subdial is a mini-dial located on the face of a watch. Subdial has different functions, such as tracking […]

A sub-dial with markings 20, 40 and 60 shall be revealing seconds or minutes while the markings 10, 20 and 30 are meant to register 30-minutes for a stopwatch. What are the 3 sub dials on a watch? A chronograph watch typically has three dials to register the time elapsed – a second dial (also […]

Well, no, not necessarily. In fact, some of the most well-known divers’ watches are not ISO 6425 certified. Think of the Rolex Submariner, Omega Seamaster, Blancpain Fifty Fathoms, and the entire Doxa line. But although they’re not certified, they may in fact live up to the technical standards of ISO 6425. Is Rolex ISO certified? […]

Description. In the 1970s and 1980s, divers wore dive watches because it was the standard way to track bottom time while scuba diving. Today, with dive computers being the norm, divers wear watches as symbols that identify them as scuba divers. What watch do divers really wear? So to answer the original question of what […]

The Submariner is one of the most popular dive watches and Rolex models. It was the first true dive watch released by Rolex, following the water-resistant Oyster. Since its first release, watch connoisseurs have continued to collect Submariner models, loving them for their simplicity and versatility. How deep can you dive with a Submariner Rolex? […]

The reason for Daytona’s being expensive than other Rolex models made with the same material lies in the simple theory of economics… Demand-Supply. Of course, elegant design, chronograph complication, prestige all play a role in the cost but we will get to it later. Why is platinum Daytona so expensive? It’s about passion and that […]

Rolex was founded in 1902 by Hans Wilsdorf and his brother-in-law Alfred Davis as Wilsdorf and Davis. He founded the watch making company in London where they specialized in importing Hermann Aegler’s quality movements and then placing them in quality watch cases made by companies such as Dennison. What did Rolex invent? To cement its […]

self-winding mechanical movements. The Submariner is equipped with calibre 3230, while the Submariner Date is fitted with calibre 3235, self-winding mechanical movements entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. Consummate demonstrations of technology, these movements carry a number of patents. What type of movement is a Rolex? Nowadays, all Rolex watches are mechanical and use either […]

As a point of reference, the modern stainless steel and Cerachrom Rolex Daytona costs just $13,150 USD at retail, yet it trades hands for around twice that on the secondary market. How much is Rolex Daytona price? Prices at a Glance: Rolex Daytona Reference number Value appreciation*, price (approx.) Case material, bezel, dial 6239 24%, […]

Do straight guys wear bracelets? Yes, straight guys wear bracelets. If you’re looking for inspiration, check out celebrities or sports figures that you know are heterosexual. Chances are, you’ll see them rocking a bracelet or two… and probably a necklace or earring as well. Is it weird for men to wear bracelet? You’ll often see […]

Rolex. After the success of the Yacht-Master, Rolex introduced Oysterflex into another line two years later. At Baselworld in 2017, the brand replaced leather straps with Oysterflex in the Daytona collection. Does Rolex sell Oysterflex? The Oysterflex bracelet made its debut in 2015 on Rolex’s distinguished marine-inspired line from its Professional series, the Oyster Perpetual […]