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It appears that you can’t get a new Rolex with a factory leather strap anymore. Aside from the Cellini line, there have been very few models in the past that did come with a Rolex leather band. We’re not the only...
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At a retail level, most of Rolex’s top models are entirely unattainable, and buying one from your local authorized dealer typically involves spending a considerable amount of time on a waiting list. Of course, you can always skip the line...
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For years, much to my wife’s annoyance, I kept my watches in various drawers with straps and extra bracelet receipts along with a few Rolex service papers. As much as I prized my watch collection, the way I stored them...
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Despite being the world’s single most famous luxury watch manufacturer, Rolex actually doesn’t charge all that much for its timepieces. Now, I’m not saying that Rolex watches are inexpensive; they’re not, and even the least expensive models will set you...
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A few years ago, as a gift to my father, I decided to change the crystal in his Rolex Datejust from plexiglass to sapphire. Some of you Rolex guys might be cringing right now, but for my father it made...
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At the very beginning of 2021, it was announced that the ultra-popular Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711 was scheduled to be discontinued. However, it was explicitly stated that there would be a final “victory lap” to celebrate the fan-favorite model before...
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In my experience, bracelet taper is a good thing in terms of looks and comfort. As Everest founder Michael DiMartini wrote, one noticeable difference in the post-2020 Submariner is the proportions of the bracelet taper. The older versions went from 20mm to...
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