5 Facts You MUST Know About Rolex | Watchfinder & Co.

[@watchfinder]

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[@golfpark94]

Another true fact about Rolex. Hans Wilsdorff married his wife in a small church in Genève. After a happy life together his wife died. The service for his wife was held in the same church as where they got married. After the service a church member went to Mr Wilsdorff and asked if he could help out with the clock that is on the church. Mr Wilsdorff kindley answered that as long as the Rolex company would existed Rolex will look after the clock. Till this day one of the people of the headoffice from Rolex Genève takes a ride to the church and looks after the clock once a week, winds it up and checks it completly. No bills, no contracts, just a hand shake and a greatfull Mr Wilsdorff and a greatfull company trying to do the best it can. Mr Wilsdorff was a gentleman till the end.

[@HerfingPug]

Jeroen de jong Absolutely marvellous. Thank you.

[@wozmac771]

Those days of integrity are long gone!.

[@ewhyte8059]

Woz Mac Not quite, but almost

[@wozmac771]

@@ewhyte8059 True!

[@horologywatchmaking13]

Would like to know which Church was it ? Going to visit there when got the chance .

[@nukie404]

Fun fact: Cellini is a line that exists in the Rolex line up.

[@DavidDatura]

🤯 😆

[@karloavenido]

More fun facts: Steel sports models are so rare in even the most obscure of ADs, proving difficult for scientists to examine their mating behaviour. Until today, nobody understands how the steel sports models reproduce, making it one of the most understudied and endangered species of horology.

[@katiewong2051]

😂😂👍👌

[@CDubs720]

lol

[@bcxw]

TSD TSD its something you buy as a trophy, milestone, something you look up to its subjective its not overpriced in any way or over rated for that matter

[@giovannidivici]

Love the vincero ads popping up right after these videos, we can all use some comic relief these days

[@kedarpaulCogitoErgoSum]

Savage man. Totally savage.

[@omarsaletovicprins9632]

Tony Hill yes, thats what he means. They couldnt sell us a quality watch if it sat on our face and costed £1.

[@johnnymonkey66]

Vincero.....lol, I'm half tempted to buy one just to see "how" umm.....is good the word?.......it is 🤔😀

[@misterman1371]

@@johnnymonkey66 ive seen them on other people and reactions of collectors. While I don't think it's worth the price, I definitely see it as more quality than something like DW or MVMT

[@mrjakobt]

Mister Man MVMT is the worst. I love when people think it’s a quality watch and you just laugh your ass off.

[@gelmibson883]

Point #6: You can't buy them from an AD.

[@arbiterofreason2068]

Yes you can. Patience and persistence.

[@yourydavydov5680]

You need just to have your people in ADs - that’s all)))

[@TheGuruuuu]

You can buy oyster perpetuals, datejusts, and day dates at every AD. You just can't find the popular sport models especially the steel ones at an AD unless your on the "waiting list" lol.

[@hugohernandez3651]

Once you build a relationship with the AD you can. However, that shouldn't be case.

[@petrolo72]

Hugo Hernandez if you are in a small town that happens to have an AD, you can build that “relationship” for $100,000 give or take.

[@007-i6z8v]

The Rolex Daytona Movement cal.4130 is the only chronograph movement where the the start/stop pusher requires the same force as the reset pusher. In all others the reset pusher you need to push harder. Also the pushers are set exactly ninety degrees on the case to avoid wear and malfunction. Small known fact, but this is another little secret of the crown.

[@a-dino]

Ok but why did the Daytona have built in end links??

[@pasquale78]

Because if you put a strap on a watch which has endlinks on the bracelet, you end up with a gap between the strap and the case.

[@WreckedRectum]

@@pasquale78 I'm not sure I quite get it and I don't have time to rewatch the video right now, but based on my understanding - Why not put the endlinks on the strap instead of the watch? That way you can have your cake and eat it too.

[@bluebox303]

It's done because Rolex intends their watches to be used as built, no changes to the bracelet or the strap. If you want a Daytona on a gold bracelet, you'll have to buy a separate one.

[@emanuelestuder2885]

A-dino all new Rolexes have solid end links.

[@joninawhitecoat]

Erm.... to get to the other side?

[@bokai5829]

If you know all of these already, you have been looking at watches for way too long.

[@noelkallu2306]

One brand that knows how to lure people. A Marketing Titan!

[@smashexentertainment676]

Most of this "marketing" is Rolex sponsoring all kinds of events and people, which otherwise may never had a chance.

[@psmith2632]

@Andrew Lim at least omega moves forward with technology Rolex is same old movements.

[@ES-tr5no]

Andrew Lim and calling your company a ‘watch maker’ when you purchase the company and suppliers that built your watches from the beginning of your existence doesn’t all of a sudden make you a watch maker. That’s why again you won’t see a Rolex with a display back, there’s nothing there to show off. You can fool yourself and think you’ll on the same level of JLC, Patek and AP but you’re not, far from it. Very far from it but I can toss some white gold on my dial and not worry about the decoration of the movement, people can’t see it anyway, that’s the Rolex way. Squeezing sentimental dollars repeatedly for the most over priced and can’t see the movement is a Rolex.

[@commentjedi]

🍎🍎vs🍊🍊

[@ES-tr5no]

Andrew Lim easy, Jaeger LaCoultre. That’s why they are called the watchmakers watch. Everything and everything under one roof. From the stem to the mainspring. Now name me one watchmaker that brought up its suppliers and now claims to be a watch maker.

[@bobbydazzler1780]

Wasn’t the cyclops added after the founder saw the magnifying effect of a raindrop on the crystal of his watch or some such nonsense?

[@mr.e0311]

nonsense lol

[@none3763]

I know I can't afford a Rolex, and if I could I'd buy a JLC.

[@ES-tr5no]

Smart man.

[@arbiterofreason2068]

Register your interest at an AD. It's not so bad if you pick up a sub for 7k... You might have to wait 18 months XD But JLC 10x better value in the preowned market!!!

[@NickTaylor383]

@@arbiterofreason2068 Oh man. The very fact that you have to register your interest is tragic. It's as if the AD and Rolex want to make you feel so special and lucky to even be given the opportunity to own a Sub. That is, only after you've picked up a few of their Datejusts of course.

[@arbiterofreason2068]

@@NickTaylor383 nah, think how many Rolex boutiques there are. They only make 800,000 pieces a year and don't forget that they're the biggest watch brand that people buy. I think they own over 50% of the market in revenue and pieces or something crazy like that! They sell out every time they restock.

[@NickTaylor383]

@@arbiterofreason2068 Sure, I understand that. 50% is a bit much, I think it's more like 20-25% though. Yes, they do sell-out when stock comes in, but only to those on the exclusive list and with an AD relationship (read: has bought datejusts from us before), which again - is bonkers to me. I guess the point i'm trying to get at is that yes, Rolex make an oustanding watch, but my God are there better options out there aren't explored nearly enough by those who aren't into watches. And that's totally fine, i get it, Rolex is a massive status watch - everyone knows what a Rolex is. Which actually, detracts me from wearing my Rolex very often - too many comments about it and too many people asking "is it real?" haha

[@BonDijon]

watchfinder delivers yet again. i'm glad its not the same old regurgitated facts.

[@maomekat2369]

Oh you mean watchfinder delivers another Rolex ad among the 100 previous Rolex ad videos...

[@BonDijon]

@Alex Thomas what videos have you watched where they talked about things like this? ive never heard any other channel talk about the origin of the fluted bezel.

[@wesleylu7383]

7:43 Ouch I feel personally attacked

[@FireBlade57]

That line was gold XD

[@scottrobinson6432]

Me: reads title thinking I will know everything.... also me: knows none of them

[@gyang333]

Weak! Or maybe I'm just too big of a nerd, but I knew all of them.

[@diegoog3654]

@@gyang333 I knew all of it as well, and even the mistake they made... @2.44 "it's exclusive to the President Bracelet". It is not anymore, although it was launched on that bracelet/model.

[@danijayyy1]

Haha, same here!

[@bluedew]

904L steel, while harder than “ordinary” stainless steel, is not harder than 316L steel (Hardness (Brinell) of 150 versus 217)

[@nickscapellato8248]

To be fair they 904L has a certain brilliance to it but every Rolex I've seen is completely covered with scratches if it's worn with regularity

[@theonlyredspecial]

Nick Scapellato yes that’s sad but true. Especially something like a deep sea. Every one I’ve seen has case sides badly scratched as it’s so deep. Not sure why they polish such heavy duty tool watches so much all over.

[@stefano3202]

4:05 the first time I've ever actually seen you haha

[@ewhyte8059]

Very sharp, on the bezel at 6 o’clock. You’re hired.

[@Bob.martens]

AGAIN: 904L is NOT harder. Only advantages are higher corrosion resistance and more lush polish. All else: advantage 316L. All the rest = marketing.

[@jimbegin6554]

I did learn something new. Thank you so much!

[@happydug]

I wonder if it's possible to review the Vacheron Constantin Celestial Grand complication 3600 because I'll never see one and you guys do a great job.

[@mr.e0311]

lmao you aint the only one! even if i made more than 100k per month I wouldnt buy one.

[@happydug]

@@mr.e0311 Your right it's a million a month to own one. Just thought PM might have a friend with one.

[@chadallenchan]

those diamond markers look horrendous. Is it just me or does it feel like adding gems to watches feel tacky?

[@alexoliver2608]

Richard Chan It isn’t just you.

[@pratik3106]

never liked diamonds markers

[@SpaghettiKillah]

In most cases yes. Very rarely, like some Pateks they're rectangular and blend in so well you don't even realize they're diamonds !

[@PauloG100]

No, it's not just you. I own 4 Rolex watches and none have diamonds on the face. TBH, I wouldn't trust any man that wore a watch with visible diamonds. Just tacky.

[@davidr2082]

Agreed - with one exception. The PT Daytona 116506-002. This variant loses the brown rings around the outer edges of the 3 subdials and gains simple stick diamond baguette hour markers that looks like PT. Stealthy use of diamonds

[@henrywest7217]

I'm still waiting to hear the story about the Daytona conversion from croc to metal on the bracelet, from the beginning.

[@bryllecagadas]

2:45 is the first time i see dust in your videos

[@callum5733]

I've watched so many video by watch videos on Rolex I literally knew all of these. Help.

[@sylpascale7673]

Is the 116518LN fitted with a Rolex Leather Strap? As the watch comes with the rubber strap? Thanks.

[@PhilBot4OOO]

That double sweep at 0:56 was sublime!

[@thegorn]

It was. This comment deserves some likes.

[@PhilBot4OOO]

​@@thegorn I waited 2 years for this :)

[@babakganji1045]

FANTASTIC micro shots!

[@samadrid6321]

I put my solid link bracelet from my 2010 Daytona onto my 2002, holes case, Sea-Dweller, and vica versa. No hacksaw needed.

[@audemarspiguet2722]

I understand why people consider Rolex to be a marketing mastermind, which it always has been doing so well. However, for real watch enthusiasts Rolex also represents heritage and the highest quality of products and technology. To me it is nice to know that a Rolex watch can handle so much more than what a typical owner will ever put it through. It is that feeling of indestructible robustness that attracts me to Rolex watches

[@DutchClawz]

No. I’m a watch enthousiast, but to me Rolex is still an overpriced fashion accessorie. The days of heritage and rolex invention are over, these days you pay 10k for a steel Submariner while the chinese clone it to 99% perfection. These days I put Rolex together with Gucci and Louis Vuitton, overpriced items worn by drug dealers in loud cars that want so desperately to show everyone the amount of money they spend on their outfit. They are still mechanical watches and there are dozens of stories of people who’s Rolex went to losing 30 minutes a day after a mountainbike trip or after other sport activities. They are not supernatural watches, they still have gears that run into each other and lose accuracy with bumps. In terms of horology Rolex has been dethroned by so many brands. In terms of branding? Not so much, hence the Louis Vuitton comparison earier..

[@audemarspiguet2722]

DutchClawz why don’t you try taking your Chinese fake swimming and see what happens. No one said anything about liking their marketing/sales practices, I hate the idea of waiting lists as much as the next guy. But, don’t act like if you had the opportunity to buy a steel Daytona at retail today you wouldn’t do it in a heartbeat. Just like with any luxury brand (incl. the likes of Patek), Rolex has different types of clientele. Not everyone who buys a Rolex is a “drug dealer”, unless you’re speaking about yourself

[@DutchClawz]

Audemars Piguet I do, all the time. Showers/beaches and pools. Work like a charm. I would buy a daytona and flip it, ofcourse. Altough I pity the person that pays secondary or even retail to keep the watch, way better options out there. In my eyes, I have yet to meet a Rolex owner who is not obnoxious in some way. The “you just cant afford it” argument is always around the corner, ready to judge anyone by how much money they think the person has😅

[@DutchClawz]

Just to clarify, I dont accept replica’s in general. But when a brand basically doesnt give a shit about customers and sells items at insanely inflated prices like Rolex I enjoy having them around just to prove how crazy a brand is. I would never get a replica of something that is available to buy at a dealer any day.

[@t60njw]

Yes, I really did learn something new. Thanks Watch Finder

[@shino8854]

Does anyone know what watch Hans Wilsdorf wore?

[@stefanpantic]

The lugs on the crown side of the case are slightly thinner on the Daytona. This is to create a more balanced look because of the pushers.

[@jongwlee62]

But on the precious metal models they are symmetrical, and they are a little bit larger because of that.

[@BltchErica]

You can add a bracelet by running it through the spaces and then actually attaching it.

[@rollotomassi7437]

I don’t recall ever seeing a transparent back on a Rolex, does it exist? If not why?

[@fiatjustitiaruatclum7557]

Rolex cellini prince has a see through caseback

[@Ajnihah7]

Made a video of gshock tough test vs mtm watch

[@davidhost7133]

Don't think I have ever viewed a watchfinder video I didn't find interesting. Looking forward to the next one.

[@silluete]

Someday rolex will revolutionize watch world and invented transparent watch back.

[@ES-tr5no]

Even though it’s already being done, they will claim to have thought it up first. Ever wonder why to this day they have never put a display back on their watches? With all the $$$$ you drop on one you won’t see the craftsmanship and beauty you see in a JLC or its rival Omega. Guess they don’t won’t you seeing what you’ll actually paying for. Oh that’s right they market a name.

[@jbbrabant]

I did learn something, as I always do when I view your videos. Thank you & stay safe. Gotta go now to move my chesterfield.

[@theunitedkingdomofhorology8996]

Great vid as per usual! That green sunburst is beautiful! Also 904L actually has a reduced hardness compared to 316L however it has increased corrosion resistance probably due to the pitting that occurs on vintage examples especially around the o-seal recess of the case back

[@thegorn]

Rolex use it because it's a bit brighter and more shiny.

[@davel7336]

That green dialled Day Date is absolutely stunning 😍

[@lawrenceg7341]

Hi watchfinder, would love to see you review Explorer 214270. It seems that is the only model hasn't been reviewed.

[@balthus9265]

Agreed. The steel sport watch more true to the original too. Quintessencial.

[@rcm4u2]

Rolex was using 316 stainless for many years, until they switched to 904L. If you examine many of the steel Rolexes from, say, the 50's, you will find that many of them have pitting issues. The switch was made to stop that issue, going forward. Great video, as usual!!

[@postnick]

I'm pretty anti-romans on a watch, but that president romans are so cool! Modern and sharp!

[@cedshred1676]

I learn something new with every single video.

[@sajtheone]

Whoever is reading this RIGHT NOW I hope you become very successful one day :)

[@feloniusdrunk]

Those were some handsome watches you were filming. I can see the allure. Everywhere I look, people are banging on about the Pepsi and I just don't see the attraction. But those ones you highlighted, they were on a different level. I expect they cost a lot more too. Anyway, another great vid.

[@arbiterofreason2068]

Pepsi and Hulk bring out your inner child! That why women hate the look of them.

[@Betheball1966]

Panerai gmt over time would be interesting. I have the 00029 but can’t find much about it and why the dial and numbers on the bezel

[@dr.richblackman]

Fav watch channel🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@jamiemonkey1362]

Rubber B make great straps if you want to change the look of your watch.

[@lalogonzalez6828]

You should make ulysee nardin or a Lange sohne wallpapers. it would be pretty cool if you make one of every watch you review greetings form Mexico

[@tobiensam]

Didn't knew one of them, thanks

[@dhirajshetty483]

Absolutely lovely ! Thank you so much !

[@gaeleus]

The ceramic inserts on the DD40 was designed to minimize or prevent bracelet stretch

[@chinchinche]

It's a good day when Watchfinder releases a new video.

[@joshs3916]

Great video

[@Landoftheignorant]

Fluting in steel is generally used as a weight saving feature. All of the strength, but lighten up to save weight. Think rifle barrels, or “the blood groove” on a Ka-Bar fixed blade.

[@markfarinaccio7965]

That 30/30 sweep 👌🏼

[@diegoog3654]

From what I know, although the Ceramic Collar center link was launched in the Platinum Day Date II. It is not Exclusive to the President Bracelet anymore... From the current Rolex production, they can also be found in the Oyster Bracelet of the 126715CHNR, Rose Gold "Root Beer". And I suspect the 126719BLRO (White Gold/Blue Dial "Pepsi"), should have the same bracelet construction. Also I've heard that the Solid Gold Sky Dweller (Oyster Bracelet), has the Ceramic Collars. But haven't personally confirmed.

[@MoneyFIC]

Once again great information, beautifully told.

[@wataki_watcheswatakiwatche3160]

How come strap brands like #rubberb can change straps on a Daytona? They come with built in end links, but are you saying these can’t be removed?

[@charlesflint9048]

I have a Rolex GMT Master 16700 black bezel which I love, the stainless steel bracelet is a classic, but sometimes it’s nice to have a change. A black Tejus lizard skin strap completely transforms this watch.

[@JLchevz]

I normally don't like diamonds on watches, but damn that DJ is powerful, it's just impressive

[@Elduderino9097]

5:53, is that marker off center or is just me or the camera angle?

[@TheMakMoon]

Good info for someone out there for sure..

[@johnburgess6572]

Loved it !

[@zeeshanzia6364]

This is the Channel tat every watch enthusiast who actually wanna know the deep history of horology should watch

[@GP-nn9to]

These are all real beauties and I thank WF for their awesome clips.

[@BobDyl]

Ceramic sleeves also present in the Platona's oyster bracelet. Great video!

[@angusmcintosh1857]

This and the last video are back to Watchfinder at its best.

[@calvinthomas3543]

I don't think 904L steel is more scratch resistant than 316L. IIRC, both steels have similar hardness. I think Rolex uses 904L because it looks like white gold when polished. Also, 904L resists pitting when exposed to salt water.

[@bio-plasmictoad5311]

I'd so buy that Daytona if I had that sort of money, awesome looking watches.

[@Kumar1320]

Nice video. Rolex great brand.

[@modmod392]

Smashed like as usual. Wonderful photography, content and presentation. Thank you. 🙏🏼

[@angelos6817]

Orient Kamasu is very good!

[@simonwood1461]

Did anyone notice that on the Rolex Submariner shown in the video the circular 7 hour marker and rectangular 9 hour marker are not centered to their respective second markers. All the other hour markers are fine.

[@Braydenplaysallday]

What’s the 5 things?

[@Digital-Dan]

For a while I was buying super-cheap knock-off watches that had, from a distance, a superficial resemblance to the watches that are featured here. In some cases, I was able to buy quartz-powered watches that actually cost less than the replacement battery that would some day be necessary. Great fun, until smart watches showed up. Now we just simulate the fancy ones, totally unconvincingly. But we know when we're at sea level.

[@amirrayan1493]

I didn't knew the thing about the bezel. Interesting

[@jerryhutchinson3582]

Wait...but he never said why rolex makes it so you can't swap the band!!! I FEEL SO BETRAYED!

[@ivanovooko]

but he did, indirectly. they do it to make you buy another rolex that comes on a bracelet.

[@scottlalonde2878]

Thank you, watchfinder. I'm a bit confused about the steel. I thought 904L was a standard material. If not, it's confusing that June 2020 Watchtime mag has a GP Laureato chrono and lists the material as 904L. Does Rolex make a "special" recipe of 904L? Great video, thanks again

[@alaindiaz9921]

Review a Franck muller

[@stephens2r338]

Can people please stop saying Rolex steel is harder than 316. Its NOT!! Basically 904L has the same hardness as 18ct gold Its more dificult to work with because soft steel deforms easily by the heat generated under machining so high tollerances are hard to make. It polishes better because its softer and can resist salt corrotion better because it has less iron

[@antonis190811]

so is it same hardness or softer? confused. or is it softer under high temps is what you meant?

[@tryura]

I'm also confused. I've heard both "harder" and "softer" opinions, but whenever I tried to check out some technical information it is stated that they are of the same hardness, but 904L is more corrosion-resistant and much more expensive.

[@Markus__B]

@@tryura you´re right. f.E. Density: 316L -> 7.99 g/cm³ 904L -> 7.95 g/cm³, Modulus Elasticity 193 190 GPa, Thermal Expansion 15.9 15.8 μm/μm/°C, Tensile Rm 70 71 ksi. Basically nothing noticeable outside Lab conditions and just a Rolex Marketing Wank.

[@stephens2r338]

Hi guys, lm sorry for being confusing. Its difficult to compare hardness of different metals for comparison because they often use different scale that you need to convert. Gold is a lot softer than regular steel. There is a reason why you cant get 24ct pure gold chains. They would snap in a week. 904 is about as soft as 18ct gold. It depends on what other metals they mixed with the gold 18xt is 75% pure gold mixed with harder metals so you can use it. The propertys of a metal change when you heat it up especially when cutting at high speed.. Firstly the soft metal will become even softer and harder to shape. Think of a soft knife edge. Poinyless! Depending on how its heated or cooled ot could become hard and brittle So if they didn't control the temperature properly your Rolex could shatter into lots of peiced if you dropped it. . 904 steel is not a precious or nobal metal but it sure looks and acts that way. If they wanted to use a super hard steel that doesn't corrode there are many types used in the oil industry that are alot better. But they wouldn't look so nice after being polished. So the only difference between a gold and steel sub is the price. Their both as impractical as a sports dive watch.

[@baxteryong9981]

Only knew about the white gold markers/hands and the 904L steel. The other 3 was totally new. Now I know why there's a fluted bezel :) Thanks Watchfinder, very educational!

[@DrMobiusOfficial]

My new strap literally came in the post yesterday....and this video comes up!

[@rgolias1992]

Concerning the fluted bezel on the Date Just. It is aesthetic for the Date Just, but it is used for setting the Calendar function on the Sky Dweller. That being said, I think that could be a neat addition to the video. Loved the video!

[@RoyalHunter2789]

Who is talking? I love his voice

[@seanaldmcseansington]

I think I learned that I want a DJ with diamond hour markers. RIP COVID savings

[@VegasMilgauss]

ROLEXROLEX👑ROLEXROLEX

[@simonelwell]

Didn't know about the Daytona bracelet links - but that's a good reason to buy a speedy pro... did know about the white gold hands and markers, didn't know there was ceramic in the bracelet, don't care about the crinkle bezel - have always thought it looks wrong; was aware that they use a bespoke type of stainless steel, but didn't know anything about it. But I did watch to the end so well done watchfinder...

[@carazable]

Exactly at 2:18 & 9:22, pause & be mesmerized at perfect alignment.. just one of the many ways, WatchFinder amazes us :)

[@dorkeboye]

Love your voice and vids!!!!

[@itol2z]

I would like to see more day-date, actually Ice-blue motif 228206-0004 can you find it in hongkong ? unworn condition maybe ?

[@ChrisBeckman]

I did not know that about the fluted bezel... very functional but interesting. 😎💨

[@maomekat2369]

Oh yes... BACK TO THE ROLEX ADS, balanced channel as all watch paid things should be

[@איתיאשור]

Isnt president bracelet made onky from gold?

[@BARYOAVI]

Love it, can’t wait for the next video 😊

[@nickyang1143]

Damn, the ceramic bracelet got me

[@johnnymonkey66]

I didn't know about the fluted bezel, just thought it was a design thing, although does make sense!

[@AdamSmith-ps1ws]

0:23 the diamond time marker seems off set 😳😱

[@VinnyTheCuz]

I learned a lot again about Rolex when I thought I couldn't anymore. The most interesting fact to me was bout the fluted bezel.

[@stiggeltime9182]

The part about the steel is not really true. 904 steel is softer then the famous 316 steel. But due to the extra chromium it give a better shine. But also softer. My PLC's scratch when I only look at them..