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25 October 2025

“Vignette” dials

The Magic of Gradients Dégradé, a French term meaning "to fade," is known among Rolex enthusiasts as "Vignette." This captivating design features a color fade,...

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The first Royal Oak in white gold: history, luxury, and rarity

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21 October 2025

The first Royal Oak in white gold: history, luxury, and rarity

When we talk about the Royal Oak, our thoughts immediately turn to the luxury sports watch revolution that began in 1972. But among the most exclusive and lesse...

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Pre-Daytona 6238: The Mother of All Daytonas

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19 October 2025

Pre-Daytona 6238: The Mother of All Daytonas

In the world of luxury watches, the Rolex Pre-Daytona 6238 holds a special place as a milestone in the genesis of the Daytona, today one of the Swiss brand's mo...

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12 October 2025

Tritium

From tritium to luminova, when looking at watch dials, we often come across a distinctive feature: luminescence. Behind this peculiarity lies a history of innov...

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11 October 2025

NOT JUST MADE IN SWISS

NOT ONLY MADE IN SWISS Today, we know Rolex as a fully integrated manufacturer that produces everything "in-house." However, until the late 1990s and early 2000...

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03 October 2025

Rolex "Tulip" Dial

It's well known that Rolex has used a variety of luminescent materials over the years. From radium, used from the 1920s to the 1960s, to the less radioactive tr...

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