Rolex has long been regarded as one of the most prestigious watch brands on Earth. The company was founded in 1905 in London, England and has grown to be one of the most recognizable designer labels in the world.
Celebrities, royalty and the average person who understands a great looking watch alike have all found comfort in owning a Rolex watch, but these 5 models in particular stand out as the company's finest timepiece designs of all time:
1. Rolex Daytona
The Rolex Daytona is one of the most coveted of all models on the market. The watch was first issued as a hand-powered watch in the early 1960s. It was made in a very small demand and initially worn by many Hollywood film stars, including Paul Newman. With a certain dial, some circles will even refer to the particular model as the Paul Newman Daytona.
As the world demanded more of the Rolex Daytona model, the company began to manufacture new variations of the classic design. Today, it features a mechanical, self-winding movement with a chronograph on the dial. It is waterproof to 100 meters and the case size is about 40 mm. A few different models exist, of course; it’s possible to get the casing in steel, yellow gold and white gold. There are also models that combine two metal elements for an even more intriguing look. The band itself can be found in steel or with leather straps. While acquiring the steel model can still require putting one's name on to a waiting list, this is a common model to see in Rolex shops. Other celebrities who have been seen wearing Daytonas include Paris Hilton, Arnold Schwarzenegger and winners of the Rolex 24 hour race, such as Jeff Gordon.
2. Rolex GMT Master
The GMT Master is another Rolex design that has become almost synonymous with the brand's legendary sense of style and prestige. It was originally developed at the request of Pan Am airlines, as they were looking for a watch that could keep time for two time zones simultaneously. Rolex delivered with a stunning watch that featured an independent second hand that completed a turn on its axis every 24 hours. This addition made it possible to read the current location’s time with the regular hand and then the home location’s time with an independently adjustable 24-hour hand.
It wasn’t long before others who enjoyed travel wanted the GMT Master for themselves. Since then, the model has become an integral part of the Rolex family. It is being constantly modernized on a regular basis, including various colors on the dial and a new larger bezel that features digits in a larger size going around the face. The case can be found in steel, yellow gold or white gold iterations. The movement is mechanical and self-winding, while the band of the watch is made of steel. Some celebrities that have favored the GMT Master include Timothy Olyphant, David Beckham and Emily Van Camp - to name just a few.
3. Yacht-Master II
Many watch manufacturers have embraced the sailing trend, owing to that sport's popularity among the well-to-do. In a style completely unlike anything else in that field, however, Rolex produced the Yacht-Master II It features a regatta chronograph, which allows skippers to count down at regatta functions.
The Yacht-Master II has the largest body of any model watch from Rolex. The case itself measures 44mm, which can be compared to the average size of 40mm. It is available in white gold or yellow gold as well as higher-end platinum. Near the crown, there are two buttons similar in placement to the traditional Rolex design. These work with the bezel to form the regatta chronograph function. It has a complex mechanism that has caused the entire watch to be redesigned. It works on a mechanical and self-winding operation. It is also waterproof up to 100 meters. Some celebrities that have been spotted wearing this stylish Rolex include Bruce Willis, Zac Efron and Brad Pitt.
4. Submariner
The Submariner is one of the most popular models that Rolex has ever created. It is well-known for being a classic design and moderately priced as well. The quality is far above many other watches in the marketplace. The durable body, clear display and reliable mechanisms are why so many people choose this watch. Due to the mechanical, self-winding movements, this is also a very low maintenance timepiece to own.
Anyone looking for a quality diving watch won’t be disappointed with the Rolex Submariner It is waterproof to up to 300 meters, which is 1000 feet. There are models available with and without the signature date magnifier on the glass face. Either model is water right. There is also an anniversary edition on the market, celebrating 50 years that the Submariner has been on the market. A larger index and a modified dial are also unique on this model, which is available in steel and yellow gold with a standard case size of 40mm. This classic watch has been found on the wrists of Jonny Depp and Robert Redford, among many other celebrities.
5. Day-Date
The Day-Date is one of the longest running models that Rolex continues to produce, and aside from the Submariner, it is their most popular model. There is a magnified date display on the dial of the watch as well as a special window that shows the day of the week in full. The watch itself has been re-designed a number of times and includes models for men and women alike. A specially designed bracelet was created for Eisenhower’s re-election and was named the president bracelet.
Today, the watch has been redesigned yet again to feature a polished body with clams. There are also no transitional fasteners on the bracelet of the watch. Now, the bracelet connects to the watch directly, adding more support as well as finesse. The watch is made in platinum as well as 18 ct yellow, white and rose gold. Some models will actually mix gold colors for an added luxurious look. The design and color on the dial can change from model to model as well, ensuring everyone can find a watch they love. Some of the celebrities that have been seen sporting the Day-Date by Rolex include Eddie Murphy, Bono from U2 and even Kim Kardashian.
Source: TheTopTier.net (July 2, 2012)
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