BeckerTime and eBay – Celebrating 20 Years
It is strange how quickly two decades can just fly by! All the way back in January of 1999, our current CEO Matthew Becker and his father Gordon were collectors with a passion for timepieces. Today, BeckerTime is one of the most trusted independent online luxury watches dealers specializing in buying and selling vintage Rolex. […]
Rolex Developments, Introductions, and Innovations in the 2010s
This particular decade that we are currently in has seen plenty of significant changes to Rolex’s lineup. Some standard favorite Rolex models have been revamped with new sizes and designs; two new in-house calibers have paved the way for a new batch of references, and some collections welcomed new metal options. As we approach the […]
The Top 10 Rolex Datejust Dials
There’s a strong case for calling the Rolex Datejust the single most versatile timepiece ever made. Not only is the overall styling itself the definition of ageless, setting the standard for what a watch should look like since the 1940s, but the sheer number of different permutations of bezel type, metal, indexes, bracelets and, crucially, […]
Rolex Nicknames
Being bestowed with a nickname has long been a sign of affection. At least, that’s what my mum always told me and I chose to believe her. In the world of horology, no other watch brand is held in as high esteem as Rolex, so it stands to reason their models would have garnered a […]