The Beckertime Comparison Series: The Rolex Submariner Vs. The Tudor Pelagos
The basic parameters for what a modern dive watch needs to have to be considered fit for purpose were essentially laid down nearly 70-years ago. And, contrary to what some might think, it wasn’t actually the Rolex Submariner which did it. That honor lies with the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms, designed in 1953 for the French […]
What Will Rolex Bring Us in 2022?
With the demise of Baselworld, the annual stage for Rolex’s announcement of new models for as far back as most can remember, our attention is drawn this time around to its replacement event, Watches & Wonders Geneva, on March 30th. This is now the brand’s platform for the big unveiling and as always gives us […]
The Beckertime Comparison Series: The Rolex President Versus the Rolex Lady President
There has always been a certain amount of confusion over the Rolex President, and the blame, for the most part, can be laid at the feet of the brand’s fandom. Put simply, there is no Rolex watch officially called the President. Or the Presidential. Or even El Presidente. Those are all nicknames foisted on the […]
The Beckertime Comparison Series: The Rolex Yacht-Master II Vs. The Ulysse Nardin Marine Regatta
I have to admit, being the uncultured swine that I am, that I have never competed in a regatta. Nor, for that matter, have I ever watched one, I don’t think. (In fact, I am so far removed from that entire world, if it wasn’t for MS Word’s little red line, I would’ve spelt it […]