Explorer II

This model was introduced within the early 70's and was ne'er cosmopolitan or in style till 1991. the first model was created till this model was free in 1985. The explorer II uses an equivalent movement because the GMT-II models and makes use of a secondary 24-hour hand that rotates once a day. The inscribed steel edge is stationary and was originally designed for speleologists (cave explorers) who will have a tough time decisive if it's am or pm. nowadays it retails for $6,325 and comes with just one choice: a black or a white dial.

Explorer I

It was introduced in 1954, and has had one look through-out its life; a black dial with Arabic numbers at 3', 6' and 9', no date, sleek edge, Oyster bracelet, and a chrome steel 36mm case. aside from the updates that each one Rolex watches have received, it remained basically an equivalent watch. nowadays the watch retails for $5,725. Rolex has declared associate update to a 39mm case for the explorer.

Ladies Date/Datejust

These 2 models use a similar 26mm case mould and provide the precise same practicality. Rolex out of print the ladies Date, there was such a lot overlap within the models that it appeared long delinquent. Retails vary from $5525 for the foremost current 171960 steel Datejust. The additional well-liked Datejust with white gold bezel retails for $6,400. The Gold & Steel models begin at $7575 (179173) and go up to $12,375 for a 179313 with diamond mother of pearl dial and twelve diamond bezel.

Datejust

The Datejust is that the best commerce Rolex model on the market, and has been for many years. it absolutely was initial introduced in 1945. The gents model is 36mm in diameter and usually came on a jubilee bracelet. Rolex appears to own modified their tradition on this and is causation additional Datejust models out the door with the Oyster band. Models with swish bezels are obtainable, however less common. Most have the fluted bezel, that is 18k white gold on the steel model.

Oyster Perpetual

An odd name for a model considering each Rolex mentioned on this page is additionally associate degree Oyster Perpetual... By itself, the "Rolex Oyster Perpetual" was essentially constant because the smaller 34mm Air-King model. this Oyster Perpetual (no-date) is currently constant size because the Datejust and comes solely in steel or steel with white gold edge. Rolex has introduced many uncommon dials for this model. Retails begin at $4,350 for the only ladies Oyster Perpetual and $4,750 for the only men's Oyster Perpetual. both come back customary with an Oyster bracelet.

Date

The Rolex Date is 34mm just like the Air-King, however it clearly includes a date operate. Its production began within the late Fifties, round the time the steel Datejust was introduced. Retails vary from $5,625 with a sleek bezel and Oyster bracelet to $7,400 with an 18K white gold fluted edge and diamond markers. The date model was once offered in three flavors: steel, 18k yellow & steel, and every one 18k yellow gold. it's currently solely available in steel.

Sea Dweller

 The Sea Dweller was introduced in 1971 and discontinued in 2008. It is virtually the same watch as the Submariner. The only real differences are the thicker and heavier steel case, thicker crystal with no cyclops eye, and the helium escape valve useful only to deep divers. The original model was rated for 2000 feet and called the "Rolex Submariner 2000 Sea Dweller". It lost the "Submariner 2000" part of the title in 1973. The current issue, model 16600, is rated to 4000 feet and is sold only in steel for a $6,400 retail. The Sea-Dweller DEEPSEA, model 116660, has replaced the Sea-Dweller model 16600 and retails for $9,800. The DEEPSEA model offers a greater depth rating (to 12,800 feet) along with a thicker, larger case and an improved "Glidelock" buckle.

GMT-Master

The 1950s were an exciting decade for Rolex and included the introduction of the classic GMT- Master. It was one of the first watches to utilize a second hour hand to indicate a second time zone. With the simple rotating 24 hour bezel, one could fairly easily tell the time in any time zone. The late 70s saw the introduction of the GMT-Master II which was basically the same, except now the user could easily adjust the 2nd hour hand with the crown in position 2. The steel models are only offered with black dials. The bezels are available in all black, red/ black, or red / blue. GMT's typically come with a Jubilee bracelet installed.

The original GMT-Master (16700) was phased out in the late 90s. The latest serial number Bernard's had for the 16700 was a U#, putting its birthday around 1997. With the flood of new models with a second time zone function from other manufactures, retiring it was a smart move, as most consumers will want to adjust the 2nd hour hand.

The GMT-Master II (16710) was discontinued in 2008 and replaced with the GMT-Master II (116710) The primary difference besides the 3186 caliber movement with Parachrom Bleu hairspring is the ceramic (Cerachrom) bezel. Some late production 16710s have been discovered with the 3186 movement.
The GMT-Master II retails for $7,275 in steel, $10,875 in steel & gold, and $27,200 for solid gold.

Air-King

The Air-King could be considered the "entry level" model from Rolex. Current models retail for $4550 with the smooth bezel fitted, $4600 with the engine turned bezel, or $5,525 with the White Gold bezel. It is 34mm in diameter and comes with an Oyster bracelet by default. The Air-King does not have a Date. In the 1970s, the Air-King was offered with a date (scarce!) and in gold & steel combinations. Those two variations likely ceased production since they are redundant next to the Date and Oyster Perpetual models.

Daytona

The story of the Rolex Cosmograph could be called the most chaotic of all the Rolex Oyster models. Rolex is keen on creating a winning product. The watch never really got off the ground until 1986 when the market for them exploded and the watches would often sell for double the retail price in Italy. The "Paul Newman" models manufactured around 1967 were and still are the most desirable of the Daytona models fetching prices over $30,000. It retailed for around $150 back then. In 1989, Rolex replaced the Valjoux workhorse movement with the Zenith El Premiro movement. During the 1990s, the Daytona was the only Rolex model not using a Rolex movement. In 2000 came the newly developed Rolex caliber 4130 with a 72 hour power reserve. The steel 116520 retails at $10,400. Steel and Gold models retail for $16,400 and all 18K yellow gold for $29,500. Steel Daytona's have consistently sold for more than retail since the 1980s. The two-tone and gold models do not sell for over retail, unlike their steel counterparts.

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