HOW TO SPOT A COUNTERFEIT ROLEX WATCH?
 

Rolex watch brand has been favored by watch fans for a long time because of the perfect and unique design. Due to this watch brand’s high price and popularity, a lot of fake Rolex watches have appeared on the market. So, how to spot a counterfeit Rolex watch to choose yourself an authentic one?

  Rolex is a luxury watch brand which is favored by a lot of watch fans / Ph: pinterest

#1: Prices

Remember that a genuine Rolex watch will not cost just some millions or under $5,000. So, regardless of any reasons from buyers for those cheap prices, do not believe and choose other watch stores. 

#2: Water-proof

All genuine Rolex watches are manufactured with extremely good waterproof feature. All Rolex watches have this special feature while many fake watches do not have: “Rolex Submariner watch is the only product designed for deep sea diving, but all Rolex watches are waterproof and totally protected”.

#3: Weight of the watch

Actually, real Rolex watch is heavier than the counterfeit goods because it is made from the best materials. In contrast, fake products are manufactured in cheap materials; therefore, they are lighter and not tight.   

#4: Small symbol

Since 2002, Rolex began to apply the tiny crown symbol on the Sapphire crystal to protect the dial. This micro-brand logo is engraved at 6 o’clock. If you purchase a Rolex watch from 2002 onwards, look for this sign to authenticate the product.

#5: Magnification

According to William May Jewelry Association, a perfect Rolex watch usually has a small date sign. So, lens or magnifying glass is added to help people easily see that sign. The simplest way to distinguish is that the large lens on watch’s face of a real Rolex will zoom in right on the date point. Remember the 5 over recognitions for how to spot a counterfeit Rolex watch.

3 HOT ROLEX WATCHES: REVIEW
 

More than just a watch, Rolex have become a symbol of quality and luxury. Let’s find out more about some Hot Rolex Watches these days: Rolex Submariner, Rolex Daytona and Rolex Oyster Perpetual.

It is not exaggerated at all to say that Rolex is currently the King of luxury watches. It is the most recognizable luxury watch brand in the world and has many loyal customers who are willing to pay a big amount to own a Rolex watch. Built on different purposes, Rolex is not just simply used as jewelry or decoration like some of their peers. Rather, you will find many classic models of Rolex created for specific, functional purposes, such as the Rolex Submariner for diving or the Rolex Daytona for racing. Add to that, as time goes by, the Rolex watches will increase in value and for that reason, Rolex watches are considered a good investment. Today, we are going to know more about Rolex Submariner and Rolex Daytona and Rolex Oyster Perpetual.  

1- Hot Rolex Watches: Rolex Submariner

The designs of Rolex watches have always been sophisticated and the Rolex Submariner is not out of this trend / ph: ©Rolex

The Rolex Submariner in stainless steel is among the most recognizable watches in the world. Making its debut in 1953, the stainless version still receives much love and support from the real Rolex fans, despite different options being added to the Rolex Submariner collection. The Rolex Submariner, together with the Rolex Oyster Perpetual, presents the advanced technology of waterproofness applying on luxury watches.

The designs of Rolex watches have always been sophisticated and the Rolex Submariner is not out of this trend. Its real attraction comes from traditional design and modern technology. The Rolex Submariner has a robust 804L Oyster steel, enhancing the timepiece’s resistance to corrosion. You definitely can expect an outstanding shiny appearance after polishing. There are also a set of four click-springs, allowing it easier to adjust the bezel. The feature making the luxury watch more supporting for deep drivers is the rotatable bezel because it can maintain an excellent grip even underwater.  

2- Hot Rolex Watches: Rolex Daytona

Rolex Daytona watch is no doubt the best in its class for the plenty of life left in it / ph: ©Rolex

Do you know what is the price of the Rolex Daytona watch price when it was introduced in the market? $12,400. This time the company was bombarded with orders despite that sky-rocketing price of the Rolex Daytona watch. The bezel actually is the biggest update on the new Rolex Daytona which makes watch lovers excited. It not only refreshes the watch but also gives it a completely retro look. Rolex made its proprietary ceramic material, Cerachrom, into its product in 2005.

The combination of diamond polish finish, together with the properties of ceramic, makes it virtually scratchproof and impervious to color degradation. Thanks to this, you can expect your beloved Rolex Daytona watch to look new and super shiny. The Rolex Daytona watch’s tachymeter numbers do not have all the text on the same axis. Instead, it follows the curve of the bezel. With 72 hours of power reserve, the excellent caliber 4130 really beats away behind the dial (in which there is a black ring around the chronograph totalizers). A new chronograph movement definitely is not simple and the Rolex Daytona is no doubt the best in its class for the plenty of life left in it.  

3- Hot Rolex Watches: Rolex Oyster Perpetual

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch price is much cheaper considering its peers like the Rolex Submariner / ph: ©Rolex

Whenever it comes to the Rolex Oyster Perpetual, the first thing we must talk about is that everything belonging to it is kept simple: the smooth, polished bezel, the dateless dial, brushed case, or snap-fit clasp. There is no big resistance, glossy ceramic, or reams of dial text here. The movement, of course, is not out of this trend. It is made in an old school way with a forty-eight-hour and chronometer-certified powertrain. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch price is much cheaper considering its peers like the Rolex Submariner. However, it still can live up to the dream because it is so plain, simple, frill-free, and basic. Thus, it is perfectly suited to the main concept of any Rolex watch: simple, rugged, and well-built watch.

The Single Porsche looks the part, sounds the part, and drives every bit as it is supposed to be. It gets new brakes, new suspension, new electrics, and a rebuilt engine. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual is nothing but a balance – the best of both worlds. Despite Rolex watch price, these timepieces are really appreciated by the world of professionals. This is because what they deliver, whether the Rolex Submariner, the Rolex Daytona, or the Rolex Oyster Perpetual, is much more than what a normal watch can. It is a massage of lifestyle.

THE MOST EXPENSIVE ROLEX WATCH IN HISTORY IS OWNED BY CRISTIANO RONALDO
 

Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is the owner of the most expensive Rolex watch in history made from 18 karat white gold and 30 carats of white diamonds on his bracelet and dial.

Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo becomes the owner of the most expensive Rolex watch in history.  At the Dubai Globe Soccer Awards in January this year, this star wore a Rolex GMT Master Ice watch for £371,000.

Cristiano Ronaldo is the owner of the most expensive Rolex watch in history / ph: pinterest@Fancy

 The watch is made of 18 karat white gold and 30 carats of white diamonds encrusted on the bracelet and dial.  According to the watch site Bob Watches, the model described as "the perfect combination of ultimate luxury and technological breakthrough", especially only a few customers were chosen to own this expensive Rolex watch.

 It is not uncommon for celebrities or top sports stars in the world to own luxury items.  However the coincidence of the world\'s most expensive Rolex watch is owned by Ronaldo - the first football player to become a billionaire, brings excitement and awe to fans.

 According to a Forbes report, this 35-year-old soccer superstar is the highest-earning footballer in a year.  In addition to the annual salary and bonus of 65 million USD at the Juventus club, Ronaldo also increased his bank account with generous advertising contracts.  In 2020, Ronaldo made $105 million from advertising contracts, including $45 million from Nike, Altice, Herbalife and his own brand CR7.

 Rolex, as well as the Swiss watch industry, are facing a challenging business year due to the Covid-19 epidemic.  Reputable and sought-after watch brand name on the market- Rolex continues to retain its charisma by winning the world's top stars' hearts with a large following on social media.

ROLEX LAUNCHES NEW DATEJUST MODEL ENGRAVED WITH CATARACT TECHNOLOGY
 

Luxury Swiss watch brand Rolex has launched a new version of its sophisticated laser-engraved Datejust with the price start at $7,050.

As one of the world's most luxurious watch brands, Rolex's new product launching steps are always highly interested by collectors.  Released this spring, the latest Datejust model will be part of the continued evolution of one of the company's most popular models, which is already 76 years old.

The new Datejust model will come in four different versions.  In particular, three have a shape that reminds the viewer of the heat of life with the palm leaf shape sinking into blue, gold and silver tones, and the Oyster strap.  The fourth version is completely different with a gold grooved dial with matching bezel and a Jubilee bracelet that mixes gold and steel.

Rolex launches New Datejust model engraved with cataract technology / ph: Rolex 

All four models have 36mm cases and are powered by Rolex's self-winding 3235 movement, whose hairspring is made of niobium and zirconium alloys, making the watch insensitive to magnetic fields and temperature variations.  In addition, the movement's power reserve – i.e. how long the watch continues to run after it is removed from the hand – has been increased to three days.  Therefore, the buyer does not need to wear it continuously to maintain the operation of the watch.

These unique watch face motifs mentioned above are all made using lightning-fast laser technology.  Developed in the 1990s, the technique uses extremely short laser pulses - a femtosecond equal to a millionth of a billionth of a second so that no heat is generated when cutting into an object's surface.  In cataract surgery, a laser is used to cut into the surface of the eye more precisely than the most steady hand of the surgeon, and the obstruction is then removed.

For Datejust watches, these laser pulses are directed at the bronze dial to create a complex design that is only a few tenths of a micrometer deep.  And because this is Rolex, a company that is very good at keeping the craft, the entire sculpting process is done by in-house craftsmen, rather than outsourcing.

Despite using advanced laser technology, the new Datejust model is priced the same as previous comebacks, starting at $7,050.

The Datejust is a famous watch model that was first released on occasion of the 40th anniversary of Rolex brand establishment. The first Datejust was the Ref.4467 with a diameter of 36mm, with 3 watch hands and a calendar box located at 3 o'clock.  After more than 70 years, the Rolex Datejust has been produced with many improvements, including a 41mm dial and many trendy features but the 36mm version is still considered a traditional size.

WHICH ROLEX WATCH IS HUNTED BY WATCH COLLECTORS?
 

The Rolex Day-Date becomes the first watch to sell for a million dollars in 2022.

A new world record for Rolex Day-Date is set in Sotheby's online auction: the Rolex 'Rainbow Khanjar' Day-Date ref.18059 sold for $1,330,000.

Which Rolex watch is hunted by Watch Collectors? / ph: Sotheby's

The Rolex Day-Date was first launched in 1956. However, its history dates back to 1950, when a patent was filed in Switzerland for a watch that displayed both the day and the month on the dial.

The first Rolex Day-Date watches were produced in white, yellow, or rose gold with a domed bezel (ref.6510 version) or with a slotted bezel (ref.6511).  These watch models were only produced for a year before being replaced by ref. 6611.

Entering the 1960s, Rolex Day-Date watch became famous and loved by world leaders. 

The brand now offers the Rolex Day-Date in both 36 mm and 40 mm dial sizes, in platinum, rose gold, yellow gold and white gold. Additionally, the brand continues to produce a number of exclusive versions with diamond dials and bezels, bracelets and gem-set dials.  These models typically have six-digit prices.

The Rolex Day-Date has a dial size of 36 mm which means that it is suitable for all genders. 

Watches, especially ones with a long, sustainable production life don't usually double in price overnight.  They tend to increase in price for many years.  However, Rolex Day-Date is making a difference.

The Rolex Day-Date "Rainbow Khanjar" has a strong attraction.  It is estimated that only 5 models will be released to the market.  So it's extremely rare.

Besides, the watch model is exquisitely decorated by the brand.  18K white gold case, diamond dial and sapphire bezel.  The bracelet part is set with diamonds.

In the near future, experts predict that Rolex Day-Date will get more attention.  The auction price will be the most specific evidence.  The Rolex Day-Date is the most recent Rolex watch to break the million dollar mark in the auction.

Until now, the Rolex Day-Date is still loved by many presidents, artists and NBA superstars.  For many people, this watch model is a symbol of success.

After being auctioned for $1,330,000, the Rolex Day-Date deserves to be on Watch Collector's wish list.

DISCOVER ROLEX 2022 RELEASES AT WATCHES AND WONDERS GENEVA 2022
 

At Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022 event, Rolex is one of the watch brands that receives the most attention from the public.  Many media outlets, individuals, and watch lovers have made predictions about the new Rolex 2022 releases that will be made public at the biggest event in the watch industry before the event opens.

After a series of major watch brands decided to leave Baselworld and come to Watches and Wonders Geneva (formerly SIHH), the Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022 has become the most noticed watch event of the year with the participation of  of countless watch brands.

The Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022 event lasted a week from March 30 in Geneva.  Below are latest watches from the new Rolex 2022 releases including watch models from the collection: Air-King, GMT-Master II, Day-Date, Yacht-Master, Datejust, and even Deepsea.

DISCOVER ROLEX 2022 RELEASES AT WATCHES AND WONDERS GENEVA 2022

1- Rolex Air-King 2022 watch

The Rolex Air-King collection symbolizes the privileged relationship between the Rolex brand and flights during the golden age of aviation in the 1930s where people are obsessed with the quest to conquer the sky.

Rolex Air-King 2022 watch at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022 / ph: Rolex

Launched since 1958, the word “Air-King” has appeared and remained on the dial, making it instantly recognizable to fans. Since 2016, Rolex has revamped the black Air-King dial in a way that is easy to see, easy to read with a combination of hour markers of 3, 6, 9 with surrounding minute markers. Prominent on it is the green seconds hand - the color markings specific to the Rolex name.

This year, the Air-King has been refined by Rolex both in terms of aesthetics and movement, culminating in the model number 126900. The new model keeps many of the features of the Air-King 116900 such as the stainless steel case,  40mm diameter, 100m water resistant, but added a few new elements.  Points like the crown have been covered with ear guards, like with the Submariner, GMT-Master or Daytona series.

The dial of the Rolex Air-King 126900 of 2022 is also changed with subtle details.  For example, piles only 3, 6 and 9 o'clock have been added with luminescent material.  Or the 5-minute stake has been added with a leading zero to avoid confusing watch lovers.

The Rolex 2022 releases’s biggest update of this year's Air-King watch compared to its predecessor comes from the part hidden inside the steel case.  Inside the watch is the state-of-the-art Caliber 3230, with its exclusive Superlative certification, which ensures precise operation with an error of -2/+ 2 seconds per day.

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air King 126900 has a retail price of CHF 7,000.

2- Rolex GMT-Master II 2022 watch 

Unveiled at the Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022 event, the Rolex GMT-Master II 2022 watch keeps the same specs as its predecessors but has a new look.  For the first time, Rolex's iconic dual time zone watch features a rotating green bezel, to be more precise, a ceramic bezel that comes in two colors: black and green.

Notably, while the size of the parts and the inner movement of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II remain the same, what makes the watch model most special in the collection is not the color, but the crown position, date window with Cyclops glass. Specifically, Rolex has moved the upper 3 components to the opposite position, to the left of the case.

The newly released model is exactly the Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II 126720. The 40mm stainless steel case.  The bi-directional Cerachrom ceramic bezel is rotatable in both directions.  And for everyday use (and beyond), the GMT-Master II 126720 is water resistant to 100m.  Inside the watch is the 3285 movement, similar to the popular Rolex GMT-Master II 126710BLRO Pepsi or Rolex GMT-Master II 126711CHNR.

Retail price for the Rolex GMT-Master II 126720CHNR watch is 10,500 EUR and it will soon join the list of the most sought-after steel watches on the market with its brothers.

3- Rolex Yacht-Master 2022 Watch Collection 

There are two new Rolex Yacht-Master watch models that were launched at the Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022 event.  Both are 42mm in diameter, the same as the previous design.  Aesthetically, however, Rolex gave the Yacht-Master some novelty, in response to watch lovers’ expectations.

The 42mm Yacht-Master watch series previously are only available in white and rose gold cases, now available in a new material - yellow gold.  The new Rolex Yacht-Master 42 watch model number 226658 features a gold case, bidirectional rotatable bezel, and translucent ceramic minute markers, the Rolex Yacht-Master 226658 has a durable black Oysterflex bracelet, can be ready with the owner to conquer each wave in the open sea, moreover it is luxurious and eye-catching.

Not stopping there, the Rolex Yacht-Master 226659 has a new version this year.  Just like how a specialized watch like the GMT-Master II used to have a meteorite dial, this Rolex 2022 releases, for the first time, the Rolex Yacht-Master comes with an eagle-eye dial which is described as a “Falcon’s Eye dial”.

The prices for two new Rolex Yacht-Master watch models are CHF 30,700 (Falcon's Eye) and CHF 27,000 (Yellow gold).

4- Rolex Deepsea 2022 Watch 

As the deepest diving watch in the entire Rolex family, the Deepsea honors the prototype watch that accompanied director James Cameron to explore the mysterious Mariana Trench.

At Rolex 2022 releases, Rolex launched the latest Deepsea model that has been upgraded with its most modern Caliber 3235 movement with a time display function and a date window.  The latest Rolex Deepsea 2022 watch is released in two versions: one with a blue dial with a gradient effect and a more conservative version with a jet black finish.  Both have model number 136660.

5- Rolex Day-Date 2022 Watch Collection 

Both the Rolex Day-Date watches in 36mm and 40mm sizes have new versions.  However, Rolex still keeps the old rule, the Rolex Day-Date is only made from precious metal cases which can be yellow gold, rose gold, white gold or platinum.

Rolex Day-Date 2022 Watch at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022 / ph: Rolex

The most prominent of the Rolex Day-Date 2022 series released is the watch version with a platinum case with a 40mm inner bezel.  This elegant Rolex watch is sure to weigh quite a bit on its owner's hand.  In addition to the icy blue dial, the famous watch brand also offers a choice of white, silver gray or textured ice blue dials for the Rolex Day-Date platinum.

6- Rolex Datejust 2022 watch collection

Launched since 1945, the Rolex Datejust has become an indispensable symbol of the Swiss watch brand.  The Rolex Datejust's simple yet detailed dial has become an inspiration for many other watch brands to follow.

Rolex Datejust 2022 watch at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022 / ph: Rolex

At the Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022 event, Rolex announced a lot of new Datejust models (the most) in all sizes from 28mm, 31mm, 36mm to 41mm.  As expected, the most compact, 28mm Lady-Datejust models have been dotted with more feminine colors as well as more diamonds.

While the 36mm and 41mm Rolex Datejust series maintain the old year's "palm leaf" and "fold" motifs but develop a wider range of colors, the Rolex Datejust 31 welcomes a new texture on the dial.  The entire dial of the Rolex Datejust 31 watch is interlaced with petals.  Processed by modern technology, each flower has a different finish which can be brushed, matte or sparkling.  Rolex has really handled the new floral dial of the Datejust in detail.

And of course, the latest Rolex Datejust 2022 comes with a lot of mixed materials as well as different colors to meet the needs of both male and female watch lovers.