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How the Rolex classic was forged
Introduction:RolexAs one of the largest brands in the watchmaking world, howRolexexactly was its classic status forged?
RolexFounder Mr Hans Wilsdorf
In 1905, at just 24 years of age, he established a watch company in London, specialising in the supply of timepieces to Britain and the British Empire, equipped with small precision movements produced by a watch manufacturing firm in Biel. In 1908, he registered the trademark name Rolex for his innovative creations. This name conforms to the pronunciation habits of all European languages and can be easily printed on dials. Hans Wilsdorf's visionary perspective, ahead of its time, quickly yielded results. While the First World War brought catastrophe to humanity, it also served as the catalyst for the popularisation of wristwatches. For soldiers burdened with heavy equipment and thick uniforms, wristwatches offered inherent advantages that pocket watches simply could not match, and Rolex rapidly became one of Britain's most important watch suppliers.
How to recognise a classic
Classic feature 1. The luminescent dot at the 12 o'clock position is impeccably smooth and warm like jade. The Oyster case shape has withstood the test of more than half a century to become a classic and timeless design. Particularly at the 12 o'clock position, the luminescent dot is exceptionally smooth and soft, resembling a pearl; it frequently appears in diver's watch collections as one of the most vital characteristic details.
Classic feature 2. The movement of the seconds hand follows a specific regular pattern. Simply put, during the operation of the watch, the circular counterweight at the tail of the seconds hand should be observed passing precisely across the centre point of the Mercedes-style hour hand. It is often this seemingly casual 'minor design' that demonstrates the brand's remarkable craftsmanship and rigorous attitude.
Classic feature 3. The date typography on Rolex watches differs from conventional designs. Whether on the Day-Date or Submariner, the date numerals are highly distinctive, with the two easiest numerals to distinguish being 1 and 4. Within the 'Rolex system', the displayed '1' closely resembles the English letter 'I', while the top corner of the '4' is flat.
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Diameter: 40MM
Water resistance: 100 metres
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Compared with the black or white of ordinary watches, the vibrant green dial of the Rolex Green Submariner is a colour that is relatively difficult for most people to pull off, yet it is also a striking shade, well-suited for individuals who pursue individuality. V7 The ceramic bezel of the Green Submariner has a colour closer to the genuine article, the texture of the inner ring engraving is finer, the white gold markers on the bezel are more detailed, the inner ring engravings are upgraded, and the sapphire crystal edge bevel is smoother. The luminous pearl has been upgraded, and the inner side of the metallic part of the luminous pearl now features a bevel, matching the visual effect of the genuine article. The price remains consistent with the previous V6 selling price, and it is similarly equipped with the A2836 and SA3135 movements;
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