Blog posts from Matthew Becker
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GQ says a Rolex Air King is the only watch a man needs to own
A Review of the Rolex Air King: Gentleman’s Quarterly Watch Columnist States That The Venerable Rolex Air King Is The Only Watch A Man Needs To Own. The Air King is strong, water-resistant, and understated. This is a very European quality. When discussing Rolex Air King reviews, Ken Kessler, GQ’s watch columnist speaks from experience with over […]
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12 things people do not know about Rolex
The 12 Top Fascinating Things To Know About Rolex. There are a few tidbits about Rolex that typically do not come up in conversation. Here are 12 things to know about Rolex that has helped set them apart and drive the Company to success. 1. GMT and Explorer II Rolex’s can work as a compass […]
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A Newcomers Guide to Buying Your First Swiss Luxury Watch
For new watch enthusiasts, buying a first “real” quality Swiss luxury watch can be complicated. Similar to buying a car, there are numerous models and features and styles and sizes that are more confusing than meaningful. If you are thinking of taking the plunge, congratulations! You can use this guide to buy your first Swiss […]
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Don’t do Counterfeit Rolex
Two Types of Buyers of Fake Rolex Watches As we have covered here before, counterfeit watches are big business with the Swiss watchmaking industry. It is estimated that tens of millions of counterfeit (a.k.a. knock-off) watches flood the market every year creating billions dollars in revenue. There are two types of buyers for fake Rolex watches: Those […]
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Short History of Women’s Wristwatches
Converted pocket watch to be worn on the wrist for women Womens Wristwatches Began in the Early 1800’s Finding a comprehensive history of womens wristwatches in the watchmaking history books is somewhat difficult. This is because the start of wristwatches was back in the early 1800’s. At that time, they were not considered serious timepieces. […]
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Do Rolex Papers Matter?
Purchasing a New Rolex A Rolex wristwatch, when purchased new, comes complete with a cardboard outer box and inner spring loaded presentation box. Also, a watch cushion that fits in between the watch and the band. It also includes an owner’s manual and a Genuine Swiss red chronometer hang tag. Sometimes Rolex includes a Rolex Swimpruf […]
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Rolex Water Resistance
Are Rolex Watches Waterproof or Water Resistant? Similar to most Rolex owners, you probably give little thought to your Rolex water resistance rating. However, it’s a concern every Rolex owner should have, regardless of the model or how you use it. Rolex Water Resistance Rating Rolex does a fantastic job marketing their impressive Rolex Oyster case, […]
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Mens Full Size Rolex Watches – Who knew that there were so many sizes?
A Bigger Trend Rolex is known for producing luxury timepieces that will last generations. However, when purchasing a Rolex watch, the Rolex watch case size is an important factor to consider. Take a look at all the Rolex model options that are available. Presently, you will notice that there are many mens full size Rolex watches […]
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How Do You Guarantee the Authenticity of a Rolex?
How to Authenticate Rolex Watches It is always best to buy luxury Rolex timepieces from a reputable company who has something to lose if they sell a fake watch. Like BeckerTime, reputable companies sell genuine watches and take the time to properly describe all items. BeckerTime’s Authenticity Guarantee follows stringent steps on how to authenticate Rolex watches. These […]
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Where to Buy an Inexpensive Genuine Rolex
Buying anything on the internet can be a nerve racking experience. Make that a vintage or used Rolex and that only gets worse. So, if you’ve ever wondered where is the best place to buy genuine Rolex, it’s important to know that BeckerTime addresses this throughout the purchase process to ensure 100% customer satisfaction. We understand, the […]
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Accuracy of Mechanical Watches
The accuracy of a mechanical watch is determined by comparison to an accepted standard such as an atomic clock. Accuracy is then stated as the deviation from the standard, usually expressed in seconds per day. Several conditions can affect the accuracy of a mechanical watch. Exposure to magnetic fields, temperature extremes, alignment of the gear […]
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Do Box and Papers Guarantee the Authenticity of a Rolex?
I am always asked if box and papers prove authenticity. I wanted to provide an unbiased response that would apply to all Buyers and Sellers of new and pre owned Rolex watches. A box and/or papers NEVER guarantee authenticity. All they do is possibly guarantee the box and/or papers are authentic (if the box and/or papers […]