So, are Rolex watches worth it? They are sturdy and durable watches that have excellent accuracy regardless of what new model you chose. They are instantly recognizable by pretty much everybody. They have many, many styles from which to choose. Below are the most current collections of new Rolex watches. Click on any of the images below to browse through them. Browse Rolex Watches. The watch experts at Rolex assemble all the various components which go into a Rolex caliber and regulate the movements to ensure the highest precision.
Just how accurate is a Rolex watch? Well, every Rolex watch receives the highest 3rd party designation for a watch's accuracy. This designation is called a Chronometer. Only after the watch is this accurate will Rolex gives the watch a second designation called Superlative Chronometer. They then also go through another round of testing in-house to achieve even better accuracy than a COSC Chronometer. They are luxury watches indeed, even the steel models.
Rolex isn't considered high-horology or 'Haute-Horlogerie' as the industry calls it when compared to brands such as Audemars Piguet, Vacheron Constantin, and Patek Philippe.
One of the reasons for this is because they don't produce any high-complication watches Watchmakers that produce these super complicated 'Grande Complications' watches tend to get this title. Actually, Rolex watches aren't the most expensive watches in the world.
They're well priced for what you get. Furthermore, they hold their value better than any other watch brand. Yes, they are definitely the most known "expensive" brand. Consider this: Some of the most expensive Rolexes have a 5 figure price tag which is a lot compared to watches that cost only a few dollars or even a few hundred dollars. However, there are many brands that have watches that have 6 and 7 figure price tags.
That said, yes they are a luxury watch brand and they are expensive but compared to other brands they are definitely NOT the most expensive watches. Most recently a Rolex Day-Date 40mm made out of solid platinum was introduced and has an ice-blue dial like all platinum Rolex watches and comes with a diamond bezel. Will Rolex watches appreciate in value? Read further to find out. That entirely depends on how you measure the value in a watch. Accurate watches are one of the rare exceptions where you don't necessarily get what you pay for.
With mechanical watches, Rolex is arguably the most accurate there is. They truly go above and beyond when it comes to precision. Aside from that, a winding crown and invisible perpetual movements are two great features that help enhance the technical prowess of an iconic Rolex watch. Although invisible to the wearer due to the waterproof case that covers it, the Rolex perpetual movement has remained a staple due to its unmatched chronometric performance.
With all their available in-house parts, Rolex can always ensure the functionality of its self-winding mechanical movements. As such, they are noted for their outstanding performance and their adherence to the inflexible requirements in precision, shock-resistance, reliability, easy maintenance, and efficacy in self-winding. The following are features that enhance the precision, reliability, and robustness of a Rolex movement:.
Through intensive research, Rolex has been able to create and patent the blue parachrom hamstring in their movement. This particular component comprises of a paramagnetic alloy that is shock-resilient for up to 10 times than a traditional alloy.
It also protects the mechanism from magnetic fields. Through staunch dedication as well, Rolex has also been able to develop a new movement called the Calibre This features impressive double precision than official chronometers as well as a more accelerated self-winding mechanism. Besides an Oyster case and the sturdy display crystal, Rolex has also made sure that the winding crown is well-made as well. This is important to ensure that each piece is water-resistant and can wind properly.
For a piece to be water-resistant for at least 3,metres, 11 components comprise the Rolex crown. These include:. These elements include not only water but even dust as well. The Twinlock two sealed zones and Triplock three sealed zones mechanisms secure the inner part of the watch completely.
The two O-ring gaskets ensure no water enters the watch even with an unscrewed crown. Unlike the Twinlock, the Triplock mechanism features three sealed zones. If you do your part, a Rolex should remain in excellent working order for a lifetime of wear. There are Rolex watches from the early years of the company that have been passed down through many generations and that are still in working order. That speaks volumes as to how long the current generation of watches that Rolex is producing will last.
With ever-improving technologies and high-quality materials, one would expect a modern Rolex to last several lifetimes if properly maintained. Paul is the company's Founder and CEO. He is responsible for all the day to day activities from purchasing, receiving, marketing and sales. Paul is a graduate of Boston College and resides in California with his family.
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