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It’s a very rare occurrence when Rolex gives in to peer pressure. Over the years, critics have poked fun at their overriding design ethos of slow and gradual evolution, rather than launching radically revamped versions of their trademark pieces or entirely new models altogether. But their steady progression in developing their central core of watches […]

Thanks to its color, the white gold midsize Datejust is a lavish Rolex watch without being outwardly extravagant. Actually, at first glance, it could be mistaken for a steel stainless steel Rolex. However, those familiar with Rolex hallmarks will quickly recognize that the white gold midsize Datejust is in fact crafted in precious metal. Let’s […]

In terms of materials used on Rolex watches, rose gold is often overlooked since it’s much less common than stainless steel or yellow gold. However, rose gold offers a beautiful shade of gold that’s warm and luxurious. Today we take a look at three key vintage men’s rose gold Datejust watches from the 1950s, 1960s, […]

Although stainless steel is the more common white metal choice within the Datejust collection, perhaps unbeknownst to some, Rolex did, in fact, produce men’s white gold Datejust models too. And we’re not talking about a white fluted bezel on a steel Datejust; we’re talking about a men’s Datejust 36 in full 18k white gold. Read […]