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Vintage Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 17013
May 25 2020
If you ask a watch enthusiast about what they know about the Rolex brand, more often than not, they’ll mention the watchmaker’s famous automatic movements. After all, the “Oyster Perpetual” label given to most of Rolex’s models refers to a) the waterproof Oyster case and b) the perpetual (automatic) movement....
Rolex Datejust Ref.1630 "Rare Bird"
April 18 2020
The "Rare Bird" Rolex Ref. 1630 was introduced a few years earlier than the Oysterquartz. A timeless and very "Gerald Genta" looking design that would later be adopted by the Rolex Oysterquartz. Between 400-1500 Ref. 630's were made in the 1970's. This is one of them. Another difference — besides the obvious difference...
The Rolex Datejust 36: The Ultimate Luxury Dress Watch
April 15 2020
The Oyster Perpetual Datejust isn’t just a pillar of the Rolex portfolio. Its influence is vast and can be seen on watches produced by almost every luxury brand in the world. First introduced in 1945, the Datejust is one of Rolex’s longest-running models, and it’s also one of the brand’s...
THE ROLEX DATE REF. 1501 REVIEW
March 30 2020
Even if you had very little interest in horology, chances are you would recognize the Rolex Datejust, if not by name then at least by sight. One of the most famous watch series ever made, it was the first to marry together an automatically winding movement and a date function...
THE ROLEX OYSTERQUARTZ REF. 17013 REVIEW
March 30 2020
The quartz crisis was, fortunately, a relatively brief interlude in the watchmaking industry—the worst of its effects taking place over little more than a decade. However, that was plenty long enough to annihilate around two-thirds of Switzerland’s traditional manufacturers, forcing hundreds into bankruptcy. Rolex survived better than most, and arguably...
How to Start a Vintage Rolex Watch Collection
March 03 2020
The fun thing about collecting vintage Rolex watches is that at the very least, you’ll never be short of choice.
4 Ways to damage your watch
December 05 2019
Mechanical watches are designed to last a lifetime, and if taken care of they can last multiple lifetimes.
Dress Watches
December 04 2019
There are those among us that like what they like and prefer the tried-and-true classics over today’s latest fads and trends.
BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO WATCHES
November 15 2019
The ownership experience that comes with buying a luxury watch is one to be savoured and enjoyed. With this guide we intend to furnish you with all the information you need to make sure that experience is as good as it can possibly be. Getting Started: Investment First and foremost,...
WHY BUY PRE-OWNED
November 11 2019
Introduction Anybody looking to purchase a quality watch should consider buying pre-owned. If you're not sure why buying pre-owned is such a good idea, or have some reservations about buying pre-owned, then the following information should help you decide, and may even save you a lot of money. Pre-Owned Watches...