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The curious case of the Rolex Chameleon and its many variants
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The curious case of the Rolex Chameleon and its many variants

Buffy looks to the Swingin' Sixties to find out more about a Rolex cocktail watch that, just like a chameleon, easily changed colour.
Can the Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Petite Seconde challenge the Rolex 1908 at nearly double its price?
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Can the Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Petite Seconde challenge the Rolex 1908 at nearly double its price?

A dress watch from a sports watch brand takes on a high-end, revitalised artisan. It's Rolex versus Parmigiani Fleurier.
I gave up my prized Rolex and Lange for this gorgeous Breguet Classique Perpetual Calendar 3057
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I gave up my prized Rolex and Lange for this gorgeous Breguet Classique Perpetual Calendar 3057

Zach explains why, in his latest watch trade, he gave up his Rolex Explorer 1016 and Lange 1815 Up/Down for a Breguet perpetual calendar.
WWE superstar Cody Rhodes reunited with his father’s once-pawned Rolex after Wrestlemania 40 win
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WWE superstar Cody Rhodes reunited with his father’s once-pawned Rolex after Wrestlemania 40 win

After his WWE Wrestlemania 40 win, Cody Rhodes received something a lot more precious than a championship belt.
Oyster vs Jubilee: Which bracelet does the Rolex GMT-Master II look better on?
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Oyster vs Jubilee: Which bracelet does the Rolex GMT-Master II look better on?

To Jubilee or not to Jubilee? We debate whether the Rolex GMT-Master II looks better on a Jubilee or Oyster bracelet.
New releases from Rolex, Grand Seiko, Bulgari and more
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New releases from Rolex, Grand Seiko, Bulgari and more

Rounding out some of the hottest drops of W&W 2024 in this special edition of Last Week in Watches.
Every Rolex release from Watches & Wonders 2024
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Every Rolex release from Watches & Wonders 2024

Read more to find out what the Crown brought to this year's fair.
Nothing stealth wealth about the new platinum Rolex Perpetual 1908
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Nothing stealth wealth about the new platinum Rolex Perpetual 1908

Rolex’s dressiest piece gets the most luscious makeover possible. The guilloché of the dial is also a rare sight in a Rolex, matching really well…
The new Rolex GMT-Master II 126710 makes the half-ghost bezel accessible, in theory
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The new Rolex GMT-Master II 126710 makes the half-ghost bezel accessible, in theory

While many fans expected a Coke bezel, Rolex goes with a ghosty black and grey for the new GMT-Master II. The black-on-black-on-grey combo is unlikely…
New releases from Rolex, Fleming, Venezianico and more
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New releases from Rolex, Fleming, Venezianico and more

A sneaky new Day-Date for the Oscars plus an impressive indie debut defined this week.
Life on the left side with the Rolex GMT-Master II “Sprite”
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Life on the left side with the Rolex GMT-Master II “Sprite”

Tom talks about life with one of Rolex's most polarising releases in recent times.
Jason Kelce’s retirement Rolex has a meaningful backstory
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Jason Kelce’s retirement Rolex has a meaningful backstory

Milestones are a common reason (or excuse) for collectors to buy new watches. Jason Kelce had the best excuse of them all for his commissioned…
Five Rolex predictions we would love to see made real in 2024
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Five Rolex predictions we would love to see made real in 2024

We've mocked up 5 Rolex watches we'd love to see enter production in 2024.
What’s the story behind Rolex’s iconic “Mercedes” hands?
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What’s the story behind Rolex’s iconic “Mercedes” hands?

We take a look at some common theories behind the design of Rolex's signature hour hand.
Zenith gets the edge on Rolex with their new Chronomaster Sport Titanium
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Zenith gets the edge on Rolex with their new Chronomaster Sport Titanium

Ever dreamed of a titanium Daytona? Zenith have beaten Rolex to the punch with the Chronomaster Sport.
Watch enthusiasts could not care less about this Rolex line, but celebrities seem to love the Pearlmaster. Why?
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Watch enthusiasts could not care less about this Rolex line, but celebrities seem to love the Pearlmaster. Why?

Watch enthusiasts and collectors could not care less about the Rolex Pearlmaster, yet many celebrities have been seen sporting various references of it...
Three ways Rolex is the Nintendo of the watch world
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Three ways Rolex is the Nintendo of the watch world

So does Mario wear a Daytona or? Buffy explains the similarities between the two giants.
Rolex kicks off 2024 with a special edition Day-Date in honour of the Vienna Philharmonic
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Rolex kicks off 2024 with a special edition Day-Date in honour of the Vienna Philharmonic

We're barely one week into 2024 and yet another eclectic Rolex Day-Date 36 has been unveiled.
Rolex went a little crazy in 2023 – these were their top 5 most headline-snatching watches
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Rolex went a little crazy in 2023 – these were their top 5 most headline-snatching watches

The normally very conservative brand let its proverbial hair down in 2023 with some seriously wacky (and significant) watch releases.
The three watches Zach wore most in 2023 – Rolex, Cartier, Piaget
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The three watches Zach wore most in 2023 – Rolex, Cartier, Piaget

Ultra-thin, ultra-limited and ultra-cool sums up Zach's most worn watches of the year.
Why Rolex is the brand that won 2023
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Why Rolex is the brand that won 2023

It may seem the most boring choice, but Zach makes a case for why Rolex made the most of 2023.
Rolex and Apple find themselves in hot water
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Rolex and Apple find themselves in hot water

The world's two biggest-selling watch brands have both found themselves in legal strife just as we head into 2024.
Rolex fined $100M by France’s anti-trust agency for ‘illegal’ ban on distributors selling online
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Rolex fined $100M by France’s anti-trust agency for ‘illegal’ ban on distributors selling online

Could this hold the key for improved availability, or is it just an unimportant obstacle for the Rolex machine?
Rare Asprey Rolex Daytona and more up for grabs now at Sotheby’s Fine Watches online auction
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Rare Asprey Rolex Daytona and more up for grabs now at Sotheby’s Fine Watches online auction

From a purple Daytona to an Advanced Research Patek Philippe - Zach brings you the inside scoop.
An epic mid-size battle between the Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 & Grand Seiko SBGW299
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An epic mid-size battle between the Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 & Grand Seiko SBGW299

Full disclosure, I have meant to have these two watches go head-to-head in battle on the site for quite some time. Fanboys like myself have…
This rare vintage Rolex Sky-Rocket has a valuation that may surprise you
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This rare vintage Rolex Sky-Rocket has a valuation that may surprise you

Vintage Rolex and Antiques Roadshow - name a better love story than that.
Marlon Brando’s Rolex GMT-Master is up for auction again. What will Kurtz’s watch bring this time?
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Marlon Brando’s Rolex GMT-Master is up for auction again. What will Kurtz’s watch bring this time?

Starring in Apocalypse Now, the bezelless GMT-Master is being offered by Christie's in November.
AGREE OR DISAGREE: Rolex prices will one day be at or under retail – these were your responses…
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AGREE OR DISAGREE: Rolex prices will one day be at or under retail – these were your responses…

At the top of the list of brands associated with the unobtanium phenomenon is Rolex. Yes, other brands have this shared insufferable quality of low…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Rolex acquires venerated multi-brand retailer Bucherer
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Rolex acquires venerated multi-brand retailer Bucherer

As if Rolex needed anymore speculation surrounding the brand, news broke that the Crown has acquired Bucherer – a multi-brand retailer with over 100 locations…
The Rolex Oyster Perpetual lacquer dials continue to attract an A-list crowd – a definitive list
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The Rolex Oyster Perpetual lacquer dials continue to attract an A-list crowd – a definitive list

Unobtanium. It is a word many collectors use these days, with more and more references fitting this gloomy bill. It sucks to know that when…
Jake Paul tips his barber with a US$11K Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch
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Jake Paul tips his barber with a US$11K Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch

The expression do not bite the hand that feeds you is an international turn of phrase. In the same vein, you never want to piss off the…
Is using a Rolex dial as a ball marker the ultimate golf club flex?
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Is using a Rolex dial as a ball marker the ultimate golf club flex?

When it comes to specialist interests, watches regularly seem to intersect with certain other areas of enthusiasm. Cars and aviation are always popular, but another…
The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Celebration Dial is starting to hit the secondary market. Shocker, it is priced high…
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The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Celebration Dial is starting to hit the secondary market. Shocker, it is priced high…

Rolex at Watches & Wonders this year can be described in two words: acid trip. Sure, there were the usual incremental updates to lines such…
Rolex, Patek, AP, VC – you can only wear one for life. These were your responses…
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Rolex, Patek, AP, VC – you can only wear one for life. These were your responses…

For a watch collector, horological monogamy is a huge challenge. The idea of limiting yourself to one watch, or one brand, is enough to give…
Thai Customs admits selling fake luxury watches in auction including pieces from Rolex, Patek Philippe and Richard Mille
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Thai Customs admits selling fake luxury watches in auction including pieces from Rolex, Patek Philippe and Richard Mille

Watch lovers are always on the lookout for ways to source highly in-demand pieces at prices that aren’t totally bananas. One potential avenue for this…
The Rolex Daytona gets a skeletonised remix in white ceramic at the hands of 2 Chainz
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The Rolex Daytona gets a skeletonised remix in white ceramic at the hands of 2 Chainz

The rapper 2 Chainz is called “2 Chainz” because of his predilection for wearing, you guessed it, two chains. In other words, the hip-hop artist…
Ed Sheeran hands out free pizzas while wearing a six-figure “Paul Newman” Rolex Daytona ref. 6263
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Ed Sheeran hands out free pizzas while wearing a six-figure “Paul Newman” Rolex Daytona ref. 6263

If you’re a budding watch-spotter, Ed Sheeran is the gift that just keeps on giving.  Highlights in his watch box include the Patek Philippe Ref.1518 – the…
Tom Cruise adds a RLX Titanium Rolex Yacht-Master to his already strong collection
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Tom Cruise adds a RLX Titanium Rolex Yacht-Master to his already strong collection

Regardless of how you feel about the man off-screen, Tom Cruise is irrefutably one of the greatest action movie stars of all time – if…
Dubai police turn Rolex rescuers to salvage Yacht-Master from ocean floor
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Dubai police turn Rolex rescuers to salvage Yacht-Master from ocean floor

A few days ago, Hamid Al Ameri was partying with mates on a yacht in the waters off Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. At some stage,…
VERSUS: Is the Rolex Perpetual 1908 a Calatrava-killing value proposition?
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VERSUS: Is the Rolex Perpetual 1908 a Calatrava-killing value proposition?

Everyone was expecting Rolex to finally show some love to the Cellini line which, although by no means weak, just lost appeal as time went…
Richard Mille goes head to head with Rolex with their own Le Mans centenary-celebrating RM 72-01 LMC Limited Edition
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Richard Mille goes head to head with Rolex with their own Le Mans centenary-celebrating RM 72-01 LMC Limited Edition

Richard Mille and the Le Mans Classic have joined forces since 2002 While celebrating 100 years of Le Mans, the RM 72-01 LMC is limited…
We asked you to describe the condition of this salvaged Rolex Submariner – these are our 5 favourite responses
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We asked you to describe the condition of this salvaged Rolex Submariner – these are our 5 favourite responses

Last week, we published a story on a Rolex Submariner watch that was salvaged by Australian surfer Matt Cuddihy. He found the watch trapped beneath…
What’s worse than selling a $12,000 Rolex for $6,000 to buy drugs?
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What’s worse than selling a $12,000 Rolex for $6,000 to buy drugs?

Whatever doesn’t kill you, may not actually make you stronger. But at least it provides good material for your Netflix show. That’s the case for…
When “tropical” and “ghost bezel” don’t cut it. Describe the condition of this Rolex salvaged from the bottom of the ocean
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When “tropical” and “ghost bezel” don’t cut it. Describe the condition of this Rolex salvaged from the bottom of the ocean

For people selling watches, “vintage” is the polite word for “old”.  It’s easy to understand why this has become such a necessary euphemism when it…
New Rolex Daytona revealed for 24 Hours of Le Mans race centenary – what you need to know
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New Rolex Daytona revealed for 24 Hours of Le Mans race centenary – what you need to know

New 18K white gold Rolex Daytona with special visual cues celebrates 100 years of 24 Hours of Le Mans race Uses a new 4132 calibre…
Kylie Jenner’s five year old daughter Stormi is the latest to join our “Ice, Ice, Baby” list with solid gold Rolex
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Kylie Jenner’s five year old daughter Stormi is the latest to join our “Ice, Ice, Baby” list with solid gold Rolex

The lives of the rich and famous may not be relatable for everyone, but there is something kinda sweet about a parent letting their child…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Rolex celebrates 100 years of Le Mans, while Philippe Dufour is a birthday boy
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Rolex celebrates 100 years of Le Mans, while Philippe Dufour is a birthday boy

With our globetrotting editor out and about on a Paris adventure discovering the Type XX, I thought I’d jump in and cover some of this…
Tudor vs Rolex is no longer such a fanciful comparison and a visit to the new manufacture shows why
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Tudor vs Rolex is no longer such a fanciful comparison and a visit to the new manufacture shows why

At Watches & Wonders this year, one night I accidentally got on the wrong bus from the Palexpo convention centre and found myself whizzing through…
Two Rolex Daytonas owned by Paul Newman and a full-set Comex Sea-Dweller headline Sotheby’s Important Watches auction on June 9
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Two Rolex Daytonas owned by Paul Newman and a full-set Comex Sea-Dweller headline Sotheby’s Important Watches auction on June 9

Some people think you need to wait for Watches & Wonders to see new watches, but this June in New York, there are dozens of…
WHAT IF… There were no more Rolex waitlists?
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WHAT IF… There were no more Rolex waitlists?

If you ask the average person to name a watch brand, they’ll most likely say Rolex. Such is the power of the company which arguably…
First 2023 Rolex novelties hit the secondary market – where does the new GMT Master II sit?
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First 2023 Rolex novelties hit the secondary market – where does the new GMT Master II sit?

No matter how exquisite the finishing, how innovative the escapement, or how beautiful the colour of the dial, unfortunately these days the worth of a…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: James Harden gifts NBA MVP Joel Embiid engraved Rolex Day-Date
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: James Harden gifts NBA MVP Joel Embiid engraved Rolex Day-Date

Back from Japan and a much needed R&R week on vacation in Aruba with my family, it is great to return to the Friday Wind…
Say goodbye to the Rolex Milgauss
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Say goodbye to the Rolex Milgauss

Coming up to Watches and Wonders, many were excited to see a new Rolex Milgauss model or an updated version of the one running since…
Richard Hammond reveals the Rolex Submariner that was burnt alive in his terrible car crash
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Richard Hammond reveals the Rolex Submariner that was burnt alive in his terrible car crash

The Japanese art of Kintsugi embraces flaws and accidents by repairing cracks with gold. And while that has almost nothing to do with Richard Hammond’s…
Andy Richter shares the painful story of how his Rolex, gifted to him by Conan O’Brien, was stolen
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Andy Richter shares the painful story of how his Rolex, gifted to him by Conan O’Brien, was stolen

Watch theft has unfortunately become a dark cloud over the watch world of late. There’s been a noticeable rise in these robberies in recent years…
Your votes are in for the new YG Rolex GMT Master II nickname – here are your answers
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Your votes are in for the new YG Rolex GMT Master II nickname – here are your answers

Watches often have incredibly long names or reference numbers. As a result, collectors often look to assign nicknames to pieces to avoid having to memorise…
The new Rolex Perpetual 1908 exudes class
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The new Rolex Perpetual 1908 exudes class

The teasers pretty much confirmed it – Rolex is finally paying attention to the Cellini! Well, as it proves year in, year out, the rumours…
The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Celebration has a bubbly personality
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The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Celebration has a bubbly personality

The new Oyster Perpetual Celebration is proof that the crown knows how to party Bubbly dials take on the colours of Stella-inspired OPs that sky-rocketed…
New Rolex Day-Date 36 model go old-school and very funky
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New Rolex Day-Date 36 model go old-school and very funky

If the bubbly Oyster Perpetual wasn’t quite whimsical enough for you, or was not the right type of colourful – Rolex has got you covered.…
Rolex takes off with 3 new Sky-Dweller models
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Rolex takes off with 3 new Sky-Dweller models

The Rolex Sky-Dweller sees three new releases for Watches & Wonders 2023. A brand new blue-green dial colour is a first for any Rolex model.…
Gold rush: Rolex reintroduces the GMT-Master II in solid yellow gold and two-tone
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Gold rush: Rolex reintroduces the GMT-Master II in solid yellow gold and two-tone

The Rolex GMT-Master II is reintroduced in yellow gold and two-tone for Watches & Wonders 2023. Brand new is a bicolour black and grey Cerachrom…
The long-awaited Rolex Yacht-Master in RLX Titanium
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The long-awaited Rolex Yacht-Master in RLX Titanium

After much anticipation, Rolex releases the first production Yacht-Master in RLX titanium The 42mm case is totally brushed, save for some wide, polished lug chamfers…
The Rolex Explorer 40 showcases a new 40mm case
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The Rolex Explorer 40 showcases a new 40mm case

The discontinuation of the 39mm Rolex Explorer was a surprise, and its 36mm replacement, though a return to original sizing, left many wondering what Rolex…
Rolex treats us with FIVE new Daytonas
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Rolex treats us with FIVE new Daytonas

Rolex has finally revealed their new releases for Watches & Wonders 2023, and the Cosmograph Daytona is certainly among the most anticipated. Without further ado,…
The Rolex Air-King: A history of the Crown’s most divisive model
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The Rolex Air-King: A history of the Crown’s most divisive model

When you think of Rolex, you don’t exactly think of quirky or unusual watches. Nowadays, the massive brand is known for its simple, surgically measured…
Did Rolex just leak their own Watches & Wonders 2023 releases?!?
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Did Rolex just leak their own Watches & Wonders 2023 releases?!?

Rolex is notoriously secretive about their releases, keeping their novelties completely under lock and key until the moment the embargo lifts. Sure, people constantly put…
Have you been robbed of a Rolex, a butterfly collection or a mammoth’s tooth? This guy may have it…
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Have you been robbed of a Rolex, a butterfly collection or a mammoth’s tooth? This guy may have it…

If you’ve had a Rolex stolen in the last 20 years, Bologna police want to hear from you. That’s because there’s a chance you might…
This multi-millionaire real estate mogul credits a fake Rolex as being the secret to his success
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This multi-millionaire real estate mogul credits a fake Rolex as being the secret to his success

Ryan Serhant is a wildly successful man. As the face of TV shows such as Million Dollar Listing New York and Sell It Like Serhant, he’s become one…
Antiques Roadshow delivers the feels (again) with this old solider’s white-gold Rolex Day-Date
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Antiques Roadshow delivers the feels (again) with this old solider’s white-gold Rolex Day-Date

Let’s not sugar-coat things here: life can often be a cold, hard bitch. But if you know where to look, you can still find plenty…
Donald Trump shares his thoughts on the Rolex Submariner with us. Well, sort of…
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Donald Trump shares his thoughts on the Rolex Submariner with us. Well, sort of…

No, we did not actually speak with former president Donald Trump. The below – where we asked AI to review the Rolex Submariner in the style of…
Win a Rolex Sky-Dweller while supporting hospitalized kids!
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Win a Rolex Sky-Dweller while supporting hospitalized kids!

Question: How does the average punter buy a new Rolex watch without paying way over the recommended retail price on the grey market? Answer: With…
What do you get if you cross a Rolex Daytona with an Apple Watch?
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What do you get if you cross a Rolex Daytona with an Apple Watch?

The Rolex Daytona and the Apple Watch are two of the most wildly desired timepieces on the planet. First up, you have the Daytona, the…
The ‘other’ pink watch: Why I bought the Grand Seiko SBGA413 instead of waiting for the pink Rolex OP 36
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The ‘other’ pink watch: Why I bought the Grand Seiko SBGA413 instead of waiting for the pink Rolex OP 36

Editor’s note: Zach originally wrote this article back in January 2021, in which he digs into why he bought the Grand Seiko SBGA413 instead of waiting for…
WOOO! That time wrestling legend Ric Flair lost his Rolex in a bowl of spaghetti
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WOOO! That time wrestling legend Ric Flair lost his Rolex in a bowl of spaghetti

Editor’s note: Last Saturday the 2023 WWE Royal Rumble was held, so we are looking back at that time the greatest of all time Ric…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Omega tops Rolex, JLC collectibles and another release from Grand Seiko
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Omega tops Rolex, JLC collectibles and another release from Grand Seiko

Another week, another weekly round up. If the brands keep bringing it, I will keep summing up the highlights. Here we go! Omega oust Rolex…
Omega ousts Rolex with brand new technology that promises 0/+2 second accuracy a day
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Omega ousts Rolex with brand new technology that promises 0/+2 second accuracy a day

New Spirate™ System debuts new hairspring with ultra-fine 0/+2 regulation capability. The system debuts in new Speedmaster Super Racing watch. Its usage beyond the Super Racing is…
Shakira slams her footballer ex Gerard Piqué and his new girlfriend: “You swapped a Rolex for a Casio”
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Shakira slams her footballer ex Gerard Piqué and his new girlfriend: “You swapped a Rolex for a Casio”

Watches have long permeated pop culture, but recently we may have seen the first horological burn in a song. After a decade together, retired Spanish…
TRADING FACES: Why I swapped my Rolex Submariner for a Rolex Explorer 1016
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TRADING FACES: Why I swapped my Rolex Submariner for a Rolex Explorer 1016

I have penned nearly a thousand articles for this site over the last two years, but two of the most read were under the Trading Faces…
Prince Harry may be a divisive figure, but he does own one hell of a Rolex…
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Prince Harry may be a divisive figure, but he does own one hell of a Rolex…

In the wake of his new biography, Spare, we now know far too much about Prince Harry. We know, for example, that Harry had a…
Omega dominate 2023 Golden Globes’ red carpet. Rolex, Cartier, TAG, Vacheron, Bulgari also make appearances
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Omega dominate 2023 Golden Globes’ red carpet. Rolex, Cartier, TAG, Vacheron, Bulgari also make appearances

Omega dominated the 2023 Golden Globes red carpet Their range of styles and dial colours make their watches very easy to style Rolex, Cartier, TAG…
Vermont state trooper allegedly stole a Rolex watch from evidence room
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Vermont state trooper allegedly stole a Rolex watch from evidence room

Trying to get a new Rolex watch can be frustrating, but is it frustrating enough to steal one? Jokes aside, watch theft in any form…
Ruminations on my Rolex GMT journey that took me from Batman to Root Beer with a few diversions along the way
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Ruminations on my Rolex GMT journey that took me from Batman to Root Beer with a few diversions along the way

Back in 2014, I wrote my first article for Time & Tide. It was a review of the Rolex GMT Master II, reference 116710BLNR which…
The three watches Zach wore most in 2022 – Rolex, Grand Seiko, Zenith
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The three watches Zach wore most in 2022 – Rolex, Grand Seiko, Zenith

This past year was quite a journey for my collection, with new additions and trades – as I am known for every now and again.…
Making the case: The Rolex Yacht-Master is the most versatile collection of all their ‘Professional’ models
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Making the case: The Rolex Yacht-Master is the most versatile collection of all their ‘Professional’ models

For most, the day after Christmas is Boxing Day. But, for some professional sailors, December 26 marks the beginning of the  Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht…
The Immortals – Why the Rolex Daytona is still the ultimate chronograph to trigger serious FOMO
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The Immortals – Why the Rolex Daytona is still the ultimate chronograph to trigger serious FOMO

Editor’s note: The Immortals is a new series that delves into a watch that we believe deserves recognition as a bona fide modern classic. You’ll…
How to be a better customer – from a guy who just randomly picked up a new Rolex DJ
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How to be a better customer – from a guy who just randomly picked up a new Rolex DJ

Allow me start off with a recent watch acquisition story. Last month, I was travelling for work and ended up with a few hours to kill…
Rolex launch certified pre-owned program, but we are left with more questions than answers
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Rolex launch certified pre-owned program, but we are left with more questions than answers

The pre-owned market for watches has become bigger and bigger each year – so much so that resale giants like eBay have doubled down and…
Did Harry Kane just make a cheeky Rolex protest at the Doha World Cup?
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Did Harry Kane just make a cheeky Rolex protest at the Doha World Cup?

As the World Cup gathers momentum in Qatar, FIFA has repeatedly displayed a breathtaking lack of tact and political awareness. The decision by football’s governing…
OK, cool… But who is the new 50mm titanium Rolex Deepsea Challenge really for?
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OK, cool… But who is the new 50mm titanium Rolex Deepsea Challenge really for?

Today, inspired by the experimental watch that accompanied filmmaker James Cameron on his historic 10,908-metre (35,787-foot) descent into the Mariana Trench on March 26, 2012, Rolex…
Modified with the dial of a Rolex Daytona, this iPhone is the ideal gift for a lunatic despot. Here’s why…
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Modified with the dial of a Rolex Daytona, this iPhone is the ideal gift for a lunatic despot. Here’s why…

“Saddam’s chandelier was the size of a two-car garage,” wrote the late P.J. O’Rourke in a piece on Saddam Hussein’s taste in interior design. “If…
Kid Cudi has a bar mitzvah to thank for his gold Rolex Day-Date President
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Kid Cudi has a bar mitzvah to thank for his gold Rolex Day-Date President

Celebrity watchspotting can be a bit trivial at times – a Royal Oak here, a Richard Mille there. These are snapshots of individuals who have…
Heads or tails for your Rolex? Kicking a ball into a skip for a £15K watch? Sportsmen’s crazy watch bets
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Heads or tails for your Rolex? Kicking a ball into a skip for a £15K watch? Sportsmen’s crazy watch bets

You might blame it on the betting culture within professional sport. Or the competitive personalities of top sportsmen that make them that much more willing…
In City on a Hill, Jackie Rohr understands the sleazy magnificence of a two-tone Rolex
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In City on a Hill, Jackie Rohr understands the sleazy magnificence of a two-tone Rolex

“Am I supposed to hate Jackie Rohr, because I f*cking love him!” That post on Reddit sums up the general feeling for everyone’s favourite anti-hero…
The Rolex Day-Date you never knew existed
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The Rolex Day-Date you never knew existed

Rolex is known for being fairly conservative and calculated these days. Sure, there are a few exceptions like the recent falcon’s eye dial for the…
This is the identity of the average Rolex owner (they’re not who you might expect)ww
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This is the identity of the average Rolex owner (they’re not who you might expect)ww

Off the top of your head, what’s your mental picture of a Rolex owner? Some cigar-chomping big-shot in an oak-panelled office? A thrusting young professional…
We’ve found a sure-fire way to get a Rolex on your wrist (sort of…)
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We’ve found a sure-fire way to get a Rolex on your wrist (sort of…)

There’s been much hand-wringing of late about the slow death of traditional men’s formalwear. The writing was already on the sartorial wall in 2019 when,…
Is a new official Rolex Supreme watch really incoming?
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Is a new official Rolex Supreme watch really incoming?

The biggest buzzword in the watch world these days is “hype” – and nobody does hype better than New York-based streetwear brand Supreme. While their…
The biggest mistakes you can make when buying vintage Rolex (and how to avoid them)
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The biggest mistakes you can make when buying vintage Rolex (and how to avoid them)

EDITOR’S NOTE: Jeff Hess is one of the world authorities on Rolex. As CEO of Duber Time and owner of Old Northeast Jewellers and Hess Fine Auctions,…
How the blacked-out Rolex Milgauss became a celebrity favourite
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How the blacked-out Rolex Milgauss became a celebrity favourite

Editor’s note: Last week, D.C wrote this story about the watch collection of Anthony Bourdain, which highlighted the great man’s penchant for a blacked-out Rolex…