Is Rolex British or Swiss? Complete Guide

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Is Rolex British or Swiss? Complete Guide

The answer to that question is technically both. Or, to be more precise, it is a Swiss company with British heritage.

Rolex was founded in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf in London, Great Britain. Initially, the company was named Wilsdorf & Davis and specialized in the distribution of timepieces. The name Rolex was not born until 1908 when Wilsdorf wanted a name that was short, easy to say and remember in any language. It would also have to look good on movements and dials. 

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When Does Rolex Raise Prices? Complete Guide

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When Does Rolex Raise Prices? Complete Guide

Rolex is not a direct-to-consumer company. Instead, it has hundreds of official Rolex retailers that sell Rolex watches under a retailer agreement/contract. Rolex supplies watches to its retailers and they sell them to final customers. Rolex sets the official recommended retail prices that retailers are expected to sell them for. This is similar to how pricing of cars and manyother items work around the world.

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What Service Can You Expect When Purchasing A Rolex?

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What Service Can You Expect When Purchasing A Rolex?

Purchasing a Rolex from an Authorized Dealer is a huge momentum for a lot of people. Finally getting the waited call for a special model, or perhaps being lucky enough to find your dream Rolex in the store. Despite being your first or third Rolex purchased from an authorized Rolex retailer, it is good to know which service you can expect whilst do so. 

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Rolex GMT-Master II Retail Price 2022 – Complete List

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Rolex GMT-Master II Retail Price 2022 – Complete List

The Rolex GMT-Master II is one of Rolex’s most iconic and popular models. First released in 1962, the GMT-Master is the first wristwatch with a dual timezone function. The GMT-Master II is equipped with an additional hour hand and a bi-directional rotating bezel with 24-hour markings, thus allowing the wearer to keep track of multiple timezones simultaneously.

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