The Rolex catalog has always been large, with a range of models and references to suit different tastes and budgets. Today, ...

Rolex is the first—and often the only—watch brand people think of when it comes to high-end timepieces. But beyond that instant recognition, Rolex has become a broad cultural touchstone with symbolic ...

For decades, Rolex’s fluted bezels have served no function, and the fluting itself has become gently flared (more like waves than ridges) to the point where, even if one tried, no tool could interlock ...

There is no doubt that the watch industry has become more interesting and diverse over the past several years. Independent brands like Berneron or Rexhep Rexhepi challenge the dominant players in ...

Editor’s Note: The above taxonomy is Rolex’s own. For our purposes, we’ve separated the Explorer and Explorer II, as they’re two very different watches and occupy unique positions in Rolex’s overall ...

James Dowling, a well-known expert on the Swiss luxury brand, says the book also describes his 40 years as a watch collector. Share full article “Every Rolex book tells the historical story of the ...