Rolex really isn’t like any other watch brand. In fact, the privately held, independently run entity isn’t like most other companies. Rolex rarely allows anyone into its hallowed halls, but I was invited to visit their four manufacture locations in Switzerland and experience first-hand how Rolex makes their famous watches. Rolex is a universe of its […]
A well-made watch is all about the details. Of course, there’s the obvious case, dial, and strap, but there’s also an often overlooked, yet integral part of the timepiece to consider — the watch’s fastener. Not only is it a practical piece by allowing the watch to securely strap onto your wrist, but it is […]
Rolex Popular Nickname Worldwide COKE Rolex originally introduced the red and black bezel color combination on their first GMT-Master II model (aka the Fat Lady). This particular bezel quickly became known as the “Coke” bezel in reference to its colors and keeping with the soda nickname theme. The current collection of GMT-Master II watches offered […]
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Introduction In my quest to check out every strap maker on the planet, I came across a company through Instagram known as Orijin Strapworks. I requested a couple of their straps and received them this past week and wanted to share my thoughts on the quality of these hand made straps. The first review in […]