The sophisticated diver watches have been a significant part of Rolex’s collection since the 1950s. Rolex indeed devised these watches meticulously to travel far beneath the surface of the ocean, combating incredible depths. Additionally, each diver’s watch of Rolex sports a highly apparent luminous dial along with an adjustable bezel. The bezel significantly helps in measuring the time under the water. How? Today, let’s find out the significant aspects and how you can use the bezel on two popular Rolex diver watches – the Submariner and the Sea-Dweller. How to Use the Bezel on the Rolex Submariner Introduced in the 1950s, the Rolex Submariner originally flaunted a bi-directional bezel. The aluminium bezel inserts flaunted an exclusive arrow marker at 12 o’clock and 60-minute graduations. However, the Rolex Submariner received many significant updates between the late 1970s and early 1980s. Rolex added a sapphire crystal, a unidirectional bezel to the Submariner, increasing its water resistance up to 1,000ft. The manufacturer also upgraded the bezel to ceramic Cerachrom inserts in the later models. So, how you can use the unidirectional bezel on the Submariner? You need to rotate the zero-marker towards the left while stopping at the minute-hand. However, you should do this before you descend into the water. The diving time would be tracked on the watch’s bezel through the minute-hand. How to Use the Bezel on the Sea-Dweller? Another noteworthy model in Rolex’s diver watch collection is the Sea-Dweller. The functions of the Sea-Dweller are almost similar to the Rolex’s legendary diver watch - the Submariner. However, the Rolex Sea-Dweller model stands apart from the Submariner with an enhanced water-resistance up to 4,000ft. The helium escape valve, fitted at the 10 o’clock position enables the movement in decompressing properly. This prevented the crystal from popping off at incredible depths. Like in the Rolex Submariner, Rolex fitted the Sea-Dweller originally with a bidirectional bezel. However, the manufacturer later replaced the bidirectional bezel with a unidirectional bezel and debuted in the Sea-Dweller reference 16600. The unidirectional bezel functions similar to the Submariner bezel, measuring decompression stops as well as other times of diving. More significantly, the user can turn the bezel counterclockwise to measure the diving time, synchronizing with the dial’s minute hand. With the introduction of the Rolex Submariner and the Sea-Dweller, Rolex indeed set a standard in the industry for function, quality, precision and style of diver’s watches. How to sell your Rolex watch for the best price?
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If you are ever asked to name some popular bracelets, sooner or later the name ‘Jubilee’ would make an appearance. And, the Jubilee is one of the bracelets that can be associated immediately with Rolex. Although Rolex used the bracelet mostly on its dressier watches, you can also find the Jubilee bracelet in some sports models such as the latest Rolex GMT-Master II. Before we talk about the older references as well as the current models with the Rolex Jubilee bracelet, let’s first delve into the history behind the making of this legendary bracelet. The Rolex Jubilee Bracelet – History As its name indicates, Rolex produced the Jubilee to commemorate an anniversary. In 1905, Hans Wilsdorf established the company in London. While Wilsdorf founded the company in association with his brother-in-law Alfred Davis, it was initially named as ‘Wilsdorf and Davis’. Nonetheless, Rolex celebrated its 40th anniversary in 1945, soon after the Second World War. The manufacturer introduced a brand-new bracelet for commemorating the special occasion – the Jubilee bracelet. Interestingly enough, the bracelet did not have any resemblance to earlier Rolex bracelets. The Rolex Jubilee bracelet features five links in one row along with two bigger brushed pieces on either side and three polished, smaller ones in the middle. However, when the bracelet made its debut, it was available only in solid gold. Now: The Jubilee bracelet was little bit demeaned after Rolex released the President bracelet in the 1950s. Before it, the Rolex Jubilee bracelet was virtually the only dressier option available exclusively in solid gold. However, Rolex introduced the first two-tone Jubilee followed by steel one after the President bracelet came to the market. The manufacturer equipped the Jubilee bracelet on many Rolex watches. Although Rolex updated the features like links or clasp over time, the bracelet’s overall look and aesthetics are yet the same as it was before 50-60years. Maybe, this is one of the significant reasons behind the success of the Jubilee. Rolex Watches with Jubilee Bracelet While the Jubilee bracelet had been in the Rolex catalogue for many years, there are many references out in the market available in two-tone or steel versions for both men and women. For example, both the Rolex reference 6311 and its later 63110 version are available in steel. However, a more popular reference featuring the Jubilee bracelet is ideally the 6251H and its later version 62510H. The links that constitute the reference 6251H’s bracelet are not made of solid steel; instead the plates made of steel are rolled and turn over one another. On the contrary, the Rolex reference 62510H features solid steel links. New References with the Jubilee The Jubilee bracelet had been in the Rolex catalogues for a long time. However, the manufacturer did not use the bracelet in its steel sports models for long. Previously, some Rolex GMT-Master watches sported the Jubilee bracelet. But later the Submariner or GMT-Master II models came on the sportier Oyster 3-flat link bracelet. However, in 2018, Rolex introduced its current GMT-Master II reference 126710 BLRO in steel, flaunting a Pepsi bezel and the Jubilee bracelet. Indeed, the new steel GMT-Master II ‘Pepsi’ was one of the biggest launches of Baselworld 2018. This year, another version of the steel GMT-Master II reference 126710 BLNR was introduced. The watch flaunted a black and blue bezel aka the ‘Batman’ and the Jubilee bracelet. Besides, the esteemed Geneva-based manufacturer also conveyed that the steel Rolex GMT-Master II will be available only with a Jubilee bracelet from now onward. Conclusion Rolex has modified the Jubilee bracelet over time, keeping its overall look and aesthetics the same. The exclusive bracelet that looked classy in the 1940s is yet sophisticated in 2019. The interesting fact is that many other watchmakers have been copying the Jubilee design for years, and this significantly adds to the bracelet’s iconic status. Rolex has its own way to manufacture its luxury watches and movements, popularly known as the 'Rolex Way'. The brand produces each of its watches' essential components in-house. However, the manufacturer is quite particular about quality and precision, and two things attest this fact - One, the brand tests its Superlative Chronometers' accuracy with tolerances that are typically more than those for COSC certification. Second, Rolex, in 2015, formed a new industry standard by rendering a 5-year warranty. Now, you may be wondering: How does the 'Crown' achieve higher precision and durability? It is partially the Rolex's regulating organ that helps its watches in maintaining reliability and precision. Continue reading below to know more. The Rolex Regulator – The Heart of A Movement The regulating component is indeed the heart of any movement, and consequently, it is one of the most significant parts of a timepiece. The regulator consists of the oscillator and the escapement. While it elucidates the speed of a watch, the regulator is considered as the 'guardian of time'. Rolex has designed and developed its unique solutions in this field, making some of the most complex and typical movement features focusing on the regulator. Let's take a quick look at them: The Parachrom Blue In-House Hairspring While a watch's internal parts are prone to the effects of magnetic fields, watch-manufacturers have tried to withstand magnetism for long equipping the movement within a soft iron cage. However, it proved ineffective for magnetic fields of higher intensity. Rolex is one of the few manufacturers that produced in-house hairsprings to combat magnetism. The brand introduced its proprietary Parachrom Blue Hairspring into the Calibre 4130 in 2000.
Interestingly, Rolex also designed the balance element for increased resistance to magnetic fields, ensuring that the brand's effort to combat magnetism simply goes beyond the hairspring. Free-Sprung Balance Wheel A mechanical movement can be regulated ideally in two ways. One is by using a regulatory mechanism and second, using a free-sprung balance. Rolex equipped a higher precision balance wheel with two pairs of Microstella nuts. The 'Microstella' nuts are Rolex's signature gold adjustment screws that enable for accurate regulation. Rolex Overcoil The expansion and contraction of the hairspring depend on its shape and attachment. Although most of the timepieces utilise flat spiral springs, there are other shapes too. However, it was Breguet's idea to bend the spring's outer coil and fit it near the balance staff. It enabled the spring to breathe symmetrically and refine isochronism. Rolex implemented this solution, however, with a Rolex overcoil. Transversal Balance Bridge The balance bridge in modern Rolex movements is transversal, that means it is screwed down at each end. Eventually, it keeps the oscillator precise and stable. However, the rigidity of the bridge significantly improves shock resistance. Rolex Paraflex Anti-shock System The balance wheel consists of pivots as well as jewel bearings that are notably more fragile and thus, prone to damages. The anti-shock systems allow the jewels to mount on springs for absorbing shocks. However, the Swiss watch industry uses two significant anti-shock systems – One is KIF and another, Incabloc. Rolex had used the anti-shock KIF system for many years. But in 2005, the brand developed its unique shock absorber known as Paraflex. Chronergy Escapement
The Chronergy escapement is Rolex's upgraded version of the Swiss lever escapement, introduced first in the Calibre 3255. Rolex engineers aimed at increasing the escapement's efficiency while maintaining its durability.
All these modifications have allegedly increased its escapement's efficiency by 15 per cent. The Epilamage Coating Rolex has always remained silent on its technological developments. However, the little bit of information available on its website states that the brand has made unique new lubricants that are synthesised in-house, improving their stability and life. The fact is that the lubrication and Epilamage-coating are actually significant at Rolex. Want to sell Rolex watch in London? Fill up this online form now and get a free valuation today. |