Swiss watches "Rolex": description, reviews

Pride and decoration of millionaires, a symbol of luxury and success - this, of course, the watch "Rolex". Wealthy people all over the world like to repeat the phrase: "From old jeans to golden" Rolex ", which symbolizes the movement to the peak of wealth and prosperity. Even the logo of this brand - the crown - speaks volumes.

From the moment of foundation and up to now the famous company adheres to the principle: "Excellent quality - for a lot of money."

From the history of the company

The Swiss brand, which for more than a century produces the wrist watch "Rolex" and accessories for them, is associated with luxury and prosperity. The company Rolex SA is well deservedly considered one of the most respected in the world. Nevertheless, the person who founded it, was not a hereditary watchmaker. Besides, he was not a native of Switzerland.

Hans Wilsdorf was a Bavarian. At first he earned a living in a large company. She was engaged in the export of pearls. After working there for several years, he decided to go to work in the company of his school buddy, who exported the Swiss watch to Europe. Thus Wilsdorf found himself in this legendary world of unique Swiss mechanisms.

However, over time, he tired of working in other companies. He began to think more and more often about the creation of his own enterprise. And one day he decided to leave to start his own firm, which also had to deal with the export of watches. She appeared in the capital of Great Britain (London) and was named Wilsdorf & Devis - the second name belonged to Wilsdorf's brother.

The main field of activity of the company was the delivery of pocket watches from Switzerland to England. Swiss watchmakers made hourly arrangements , but their cases were decorated with a monogram W & D. The founder of the brand was always sure that the future was behind a wristwatch, and he dreamed of establishing their production. It should be noted that this person's dedication and perseverance in realizing his dream.

In 1905, the first such watches appeared, which were distinguished by unprecedented luxury at that time - they were attached to the hand with the help of gold or silver bracelets. Even for the founder of the company, it was a surprise that his products suited the conservative British consumers. The company expected unprecedented success.

Rolex today

This Swiss brand is among the ten most expensive in the world. This is the only company that belongs to the world of luxury, but at the same time produces up to two thousand copies a day. The company also owns such well-known brands as Tudor and Cellini. Rolex watches are produced today in Geneva, they are created by six thousand people, among whom there are no "average" level specialists. Only the highest class professionals work here.

The Rolex design is being developed in three directions:

• Stylish conservatism;
• Professional style;
• Sport watch.

Rolex watches are so popular in the world that the number of fakes of unique models exceeds all conceivable limits. They do not hesitate to trade both on the Internet and in various dubious shops. It should be noted that often such Rolex watches (copies) are of such high quality that only the specialist can distinguish them from the original after the body is opened and the mechanism is examined.

Men's watches "Rolex"

It's no secret that successful men all over the world dream of this exquisite decoration. However, not everyone can afford it. In this article we will introduce you the most famous Rolex watches, the prices for them, we will acquaint them with their characteristics.

Rolex Datejust

Many Russians first saw these men's watch "Rolex" in the movie "American Psycho". This model is located at the bottom of the company lineup. It is a chronometer (certified) with self-winding. The first copies appeared on sale in 1945. They became the world's first clock, in which the date changed automatically.

The size of the frame of this watch is 36 mm. Produced with two classic bracelets. The model is made of high-quality steel, but there are samples with inserts of pink, white or yellow gold.

Today, the Datejust II watch is becoming more popular, the rim of which is 41 mm.

The price is from 6000 dollars.

Rolex Daytona

The original Daytona watch is one of the most luxurious and famous in the world. They became unusually popular thanks to actor Paul Newman (USA) and auto racing. These watches were always in high demand and even for a while were deficit despite a rather impressive price.

This was the reason for the release of the second of this model (1988). Here, the Zenit El Primero self-winding mechanism was used instead of the original factory (manual). The third series of this model was introduced in 2000. It is also self-winding. Rolex is the main sponsor of the twenty-four-hour endurance race - Rolex 24 at Daytona. It is held annually in Daytona Beach (Florida). Hence the name of this model. This is a magnificent watch "Rolex". The price is from 13 000 dollars.

Rolex Day-Date

Probably many of our readers do not know that the watch can be made of eighteen-gallon gold. Nevertheless, it is precisely these Rolex watches that are presented in the photo below. The model is a COSC-chronometer (certified) with self-winding, produced only in platinum or in solid 18k gold. Agree, this is a unique Rolex watch, whose price starts at $ 20,000.

Rolex Submariner

This model has a bright history and is in demand both in everyday life and in the diving world. It is known as the James Bond watch. These watches were "shot" in dozens of films and various television shows. They are among the most luxurious and recognizable models in the world.

Virtually every collector, keen on this brand, has in the collection Rolex Submariner. These men's watches "Rolex" is usually considered an everyday model. And one more interesting fact - this model is forged many times more often than others. The price is from 8000 dollars.

Rolex watches for women

Elegant jewelry, designed to emphasize the prosperity of the hostess and her exquisite taste, is, of course, Rolex. A businesswoman, a secular lioness or just a charming woman, a mechanical Swiss brand watches will add confidence and charm. Many believe that the Rolex watch emphasizes the woman's character /

Rolex Datejust

This is an exquisite and refined find for a successful woman. Rolex watches (original, of course) will not leave anyone in doubt that they are a successful woman. The design of this model is magnificent: the case, round, from stainless steel (31 mm), is ideally combined with a dial with a flower motive. Specialists "Rolex" made the model not only beautiful, but also functional.

These watches "Rolex" (female) show time by the hour and minute, and have increased water resistance.

The price is from 10,150 dollars

Oyster Perpetual

And in conclusion of our short review, we will present you the real gem of this brand among jewelry watches. Oyster Perpetual has a case with a diameter of 39 mm, framed with diamonds. This model surprisingly combines the talent of Rolex watchmakers with amazing craftsmanship in jewelry art.

The model has a caliber of 3235. It is marked by fourteen patents and is a development of Rolex. The sophistication of this model in no way outshines the technical characteristics that are characteristic of all the development of the brand.

The body ring is made of a single block of 18k gold cast in the company's workshops. The rear fluted cover is tightly screwed with a special key, which gives access to the mechanism only to Rolex masters. The glass is made of sapphire, and is resistant to scratches. The price is 75,000 dollars

Copies

We have already said that exact copies are often difficult to distinguish from the original. Undoubtedly, it is very prestigious to wear a wrist watch "Rolex" (original). But this pleasure is available to a few. Replica watches are made using accurate original patterns that take into account the features of the case.

All parts used in making replicas correspond to the details of the original. Notice, we are not talking about counterfeit fakes, but about replicas of "Rolex". Such watches serve the owners with accuracy and reliability of originals. In replicas, precious metals are replaced with quality, but less valuable materials. Therefore, of course, an impeccable quality product differs from the original price.

In the production of such copies, ionic IPG-sputtering is used, which very adequately replaces the gloss of gold. In the replicas used mechanisms made in the factories of Austria and Switzerland. Rolex women's replica women's inlays use semi-precious stones. Therefore, if you do not have the Rolex watch (original), you can purchase high-quality copies.