The classic Swiss brand is known for its quality material and most importantly for making high end fashion wristwatches. The history of the brand starts from 1908 when a watch maker named Hans Wilsdorf decided to launch a watch company in London. Being newly born brand, the Rolex didn’t get any attention at the beginning. Wilsdorf was a wise watch maker and he soon added ideal technical features to his timepieces that compelled the watch lovers to praise Rolex. The best thing about Rolex time pieces was their accuracy. The Swiss master produced its first dustproof and waterproof wristwatch in 1926 with the name of Oyster. The company went through the 1929 Swiss economic crisis but it didn’t affect the company much. During this period, Rolex produced perpetual watches that gained tremendous popularity across the world. The first watch featuring date on its display with a name of Rolex Datejust was introduced to the public in 1945. Now the Swiss master is known as the perfect brand and produces classic timepieces for watch lovers from time to time.
Being a Luxury wristwatch brand, the production, style and designs have their own reputation in the market. The timepieces are entirely automatic with single and double calendar for the convenience of the wearer. In addition to this, all Rolex watches are water and dust proof perfectly. The flawless craftsmanship, classic dial and bracelet and its crown style logo is a symbol of top class quality. Another perfect feature of Rolex is its high quality material such as 904L stainless steel. It is the practical style and prestige that makes it the most loveable brand in the world. Rolex initially used a hand with stretched fingers as its logo which meant that watches are entirely hand crafted. After its evaluation as a registered trademark, it was changed into crown which shows its prestige and dominance in the watch world. Here are the Replica Rolex Reviews of the best models produced by the Rolex.
Rolex GMT Master VS Rolex Submariner
Both these watches are professional timepieces from Rolex but there are differences between them. The Rolex GMT Master is specially meant for aviators whereas Rolex designed Submariner as the first professional diving watch. The first similarity between them is that both watches were presented at Basel watch fair in 1954. Various similarities of these professional Rolex models are:
- Rotating Bezel
- Self-winding mechanism
- Standard case size of 40mm
- The watches have slimmer look because of the scratch resistant synthetic sapphire crystal.
- Both are available in 18k yellow gold, Rolesor and steel.
- Triplock system is used in both models to provide an extra layer of protection to their Oyster case. The lock has a triple gasket system which screws down tightly against the Oyster case and onto the case tube.
Here are some of the prime differences between these models.
The Rolex Submariner has a uni-directional rotating bezel, whereas Rolex GMT timepieces feature a bi-directional bezel. The functionality of the bezel is also different in both models. The uni-directional bezel of the Rolex Submariner is specially designed to aid the diver in measuring the elapsed time in diving. Divers have to set the bezel before diving because the triangle present on the bezel points at the current minute hand position. This starts counting minutes after diving into the water. He can also pace his ascent by resetting the position of the triangle. The bezel ensures the diver’s safety by measuring the elapsed time. On the other hand, Rolex GMT watches have bi-directional bezel which aids the wearer to read the two different time zones at the same time. The time has been divided into two equal parts in which 6:00 to 18:00 represents the day and 18:00 to 6:00 represents the time. The special 24 hour hand of Rolex GMT shows the 24 hour time frame on its bezel. The watch also has an independent hour hand to set the different time zone without disturbing the 24 hour hand along with the bezel. In addition to this, the “one-hour” jump feature is used which enable the hour hand to jump one hour at time without adjusting the minute of second hand. The feature is missing in Rolex Submariner models.
- The current Rolex Submariner models have a depth rating of 1000 feet (300 meters). The Rolex GMT models are have less water depth rating of only 330 feet (100 meters).
- The Rolex GMT models features a ceramic bezel which is absent in Submariner models.
- The Rolex GMT watches have various jewelry embedded options like rotating bezel fitted with diamonds, diamond paved dial, rubies and sapphires and also diamond fitted lugs. You will not find these jewelry options in Submariner models.
These are the reviews of only two models of the Rolex. You will find every Rolex timepiece the perfect in its field. Whether you love Day-date models or Daytona, each model has perfect material with elegant designs. Rolex has the honor of producing most accurate timepiece in the watch world. For instance, Rolex Oyster Perpetual was the first waterproof watch that used in the exploration of English Channel by Mercedes. Explorer made successful journey with Sir Edmund to the top of the Mount Everest for the first time in the history. These are the prominent examples of how Rolex professional timepieces are perfect in their field. Other best Rolex watches include Datejust, Deepsea Dweller, Sky Dweller, Yacht Master, Cellini models, Milgauss and Pearl Master. The credit of transforming a simple timepiece into a status symbol, fashion accessory and a perfect sports wristwatch truly goes to the one and only “the Rolex”.
