Rolex

An orphan at the age of 12, with nothing other than his determination to help him overcome challenges, Hans Wilsdorf went on to invent the world’s first waterproof self-winding wristwatch with a Perpetual rotor – a watch that has become a benchmark in terms of quality and prestige. Who invented Rolex? RolexFounders How was the […]

GMT Master. Released in 1954, the original GMT Master was the model No 6542 which featured a Pepsi bezel insert made from the all-new wonder material, Bakelite. Did Rolex invent the Pepsi bezel? The sought-after predecessor: The Rolex GMT-Master 1675 1675) was in production from 1959 to 1980 and established the popular Pepsi colour scheme […]

There are food safety rules we have to live by. Here’s the fine print – wearing a ring is okay if it’s a plain band, no stones. Unfortunately, no watches, bracelets or wristbands are allowed. Can Starbucks baristas wear watches? No jewelry is allowed on the hands or wrists, including watches (you can wear one […]

ROLEX is not a valid scrabble word. Is it a Scrabble word? Use this Scrabble® dictionary checker tool to find out whether a word is acceptable when playing scrabble. When you enter a word and click on Check Dictionary button, it simply tells you whether it’s valid or not in scrabble word game. Is dosey […]

The total weight of the watch is 134gr, a fair value for a stainless steel watch with bracelet. The indexes and hands are filled with Chromalight phosphor material that glows like a torch in the dark. Is the Rolex Batgirl smaller? The watch community felt like the Batman was only to be referred to as […]

Modern iterations of the Submariner feature a higher depth rating of up to 300 meters as opposed to the GMT Master II’s standard 100 meters. Lastly, while both models feature Rolex’s iconic Oyster bracelet, the Submariner’s comes equipped with the brand’s Glidelock extension system. Is GMT thicker than Submariner? The GMT’s Size is Very Close […]

15mm thick. Formed from 316L stainless steel, the case measures in at 41mm diameter, 15mm thick, and 50mm lug to lug. How thick is the Tudor Black Bay GMT? 15mm thickReally, the only issue for many, was the case size: it measured 41mm in diameter by 15mm thick. The GMT Master II, on the other […]

The GMT hand makes one complete trip around the dial every 24 hours. This hand, in conjunction with the bezel, is what you use to tell time in two different time zones at once. What are the hands on a GMT watch? The so-called “GMT hand” points to the 24-hour time scale on that bezel […]

Prices at a Glance: Rolex GMT-Master II Reference number Price (approx.) Feature(s) 116710LN 15,000 USD Black ceramic bezel 16710 16,500 USD Aluminum Coke, Pepsi, or black bezel 126710 BLNR 17,000 USD Blue and black ceramic bezel, Jubilee bracelet 126715CHNR 39,000 USD Everose gold, brown and black ceramic bezel How much is my Rolex GMT-Master II […]

1675, the GMT hand is red. The GMT hand makes one complete trip around the dial every 24 hours. This hand, in conjunction with the bezel, is what you use to tell time in two different time zones at once. What does the red hand mean on GMT watch? This red pointer on the GMT […]

Thin bracelets work well and should sit below your watch – closer to your wrist (near your hand) – instead of on top of your watch (near your elbow). This look works well when your watch and bracelets go together without too much contrast. Keep an eye on your watch, belt, tie clip and bracelets. […]

A GMT function is a particularly useful complication for frequent travelers because it allows you to track two time zones simultaneously. One of the most famous watches with this feature is the Rolex GMT-Master. What is the Rolex GMT for? Designed to show the time in two different time zones simultaneously, the GMT-Master, launched in […]

Originally, GMT watches were designed for pilots and frequent travellers. Nowadays, they can be enjoyed by anyone. If you would like to know more about the function of a GMT watch and the benefits of owning one, you’re in the right place. What does GMT mean on watches? Greenwich Mean TimeGMT stands for Greenwich Mean […]

Zach, slow down buddy, what exactly is lug to lug? For the uninitiated, the lug to lug measurement of a watch is the measurement in millimeters from the top most extremity of the case lugs to the bottom. What is a watches lug width? The ‘lug width’ is the internal width between the lugs of […]

As stated, the reason why your TT Blue Sub does not glow is that it has a Tritium dial. Tritium is a mild radio-active substance (beta waves) that has a half life of 12,5 years. Tritium (or rather the phospers it was bonded with) made the hands and indices glow CONSTANTLY. Why does my submariner […]

LumiBrite (or Lumi Brite) is a very impressive type of luminescence found in Seiko divers ranging from a few hundred dollars to models reaching into the thousands. In fact, many watch geeks believe every collection is deserving of an Orange Monster, partly because of the great lume they offer. What is Seiko lume made of? […]

When your watch hands glow in the dark, what you’re seeing is phosphorescence, which is a kind of photoluminescence. The latter is the ability of a material to emit light after being exposed to an external source of light, due to the absorption of photons from the external source. How long does watch glow in […]

The luminosity or “lume” on a Rolex watch refers to the luminescent material that is applied to the hands and hour markers of the watches. This material glows in the dark and the purpose is of course to improve its legibility in low-lit conditions. Is Rolex lume blue or green? In 2008, Rolex debuted the […]

Do you know which one that is? Yellow gold is a very traditional color for both wedding bands and engagement rings, and the stunning yellow color will not change over time. The color doesn’t change because when gold is mined, it is naturally a yellow color. What color does gold turn over time? It is […]

2009. In 2009, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust II was released. At 41mm in diameter (excluding the crown) its case is bigger than the original Datejust. In 2016, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 was released. When did Rolex start making 41mm? Rolex unveiled the 41mm sized Rolex Day-Date II in 2008, then followed it […]