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7 Wristwatches That Sold For more than $10 Million At Auction

Watch collecting has recently experienced a number of truly amazing years, with auction and secondary markets flourishing. One notable driver...

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2023 Reactions to Top Watches & Wonders Releases

Watches and Wonders 2023 is off to an exciting start in Geneva, Switzerland. Dozens of the industry’s top brands have...

03.08.26

The Rolex Milgauss Is Now Discontinued

Has the Rolex Milgauss been discontinued? The short answer is, yes it has. Introduced in the mid-1950s during an era...

03.08.26

Rolex Daytona Le Mans Anniversary Edition Released: Reference 126529LN

In a surprising mid-year drop, Rolex announced a white gold Daytona created specifically for the 100th anniversary of the 24...

03.08.26

Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce: Rolex Collections

When you think of iconic duos, peanut butter and jelly or Batman and Robin might come to mind. But in...

03.08.26

Head-to-Head Vintage Collections | Watch & Tell ft. Paul Altieri & Morgan King

Paul Altieri, CEO of Bob’s Watches, recently sat down with acclaimed watch collector and industry icon Morgan King for a...

03.08.26

Breitling Navitimer Review: A Close Look at the Iconic Aviator’s Watch

The Breitling Navitimer is one of those watches you can spot from across a room. That circular slide rule bezel,...

03.08.26

Rolex Turn-O-Graph Ultimate Buying Guide

The Turn-O-Graph came to market in 1953, and at first glance it doesn’t seem revolutionary. It’s a 36mm Rolex with...

03.08.26

Watches & Wonders 2026: How Rolex Announcements Impact the Secondary Market

Each year, Watches & Wonders sets the tone for the watch industry, and 2026 was no exception. Rolex releases at...

03.08.26

IWC vs OMEGA: Ultimate Luxury Watch Brand Comparison (2026 Edition)

The choice between IWC (International Watch Company) and OMEGA comes down to what you value most in a watch. OMEGA...

03.08.26

Watches & Wonders Geneva: Rolex, Tudor, Patek & More Brands Revealed

Spring is an exciting season for watch collecting because it marks the time of year when many of our favorite...

15.03.23

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Hot Watches To Pack For Your Warm Winter Getaway

The weather’s cold up here in the Northern Hemisphere, which means it’s just about time to head south and catch...

03.08.26

3 Favorite White Dial Rolex Watches

Talking about Rolex white face dials never seems to get old. It’s one of those things that doesn’t really occur...

03.08.26

Rolex White Face Watches Buying Guide

It might feel like spring is around the corner – or that it should be, at least. But in terms...

03.08.26

Domino’s Rolex Air-King Watches: Everything You Need to Know

Those familiar with the Rolex Air-King collection have likely browsed plenty of popular models. While a number of these references...

03.08.26

How Rotating Bezels Actually Work

Rotating bezels stand out as both stylish and functional elements. What started as mere decorations on watches has evolved into...

03.08.26

Is Bigger Better? Best Luxury Watches for Big Wrists

Today, oversized luxury watches have become quite common; however, this was not always the case. From the time the wristwatch...

03.08.26

Rolex Root Beer Review: Ultimate Guide for Collectors & Buyers

Root beer reminds us of simpler times – days when you poured your drink over ice cream instead of ice...

03.08.26

Rolex Reference Number Guide

Have a Rolex reference number and want to know what it means? You’re in the right place. Rolex model numbers...

03.08.26

Is Rolex a Non-Profit? The Truth Behind Its Foundation

While Rolex is indeed a profitable luxury watch brand that generates billions in revenue annually, the company operates under a...

03.08.26

Are Rolex Watches a Good Investment? What 15 Years of Resale Data Shows

Yes, Rolex watches are strong investments with high value retention. Popular stainless steel sports models, like the Submariner, Daytona, and...

03.08.26

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Rolex Sea-Dweller vs. Rolex Deepsea Comparison

Although the Submariner is easily its most famous and best-selling dive watch; Rolex manufactures two other timepieces that were specifically...

03.08.26

Why Do Luxury Watches Require Service?

You might think that because you’ve paid a significant sum of money for a luxury watch product that the moment...

03.08.26

Rolex Submariner: Official Dial Guide

The Rolex Submariner has been in production since 1953. In a tireless quest for perfection, the celebrated model has seen...

03.08.26

The Intriguing Allure: Why a Used Rolex Outshines Its New Counterpart

In the world of luxury timepieces, few brands command as much respect and admiration as Rolex. Its iconic status, impeccable...

03.08.26

Master Chronometer vs Superlative Chronometer

Accuracy has always been an important point of pride and marketing for luxury watch brands. For over a century, the...

03.08.26

How to Use the Rolex Explorer II Like a GMT

First released in 1971 as a watch designed specifically for speleologists (cave explorers), the Rolex Explorer II was intended to...

03.08.26

Rolex Sizes: Find The Right Size For Your Wrist

There are a lot of factors that people consider when buying a watch – the dial, the hands, the type...

03.08.26

Rolex Datejust vs. Rolex Day-Date

The Datejust and the Day-Date are two of the oldest names in the brand’s history, and both share the archetypal...

03.08.26

Why are Rolex Watches so Expensive

Rolex watches are expensive due to a combination of proprietary premium materials, vertically integrated Swiss craftsmanship, and a highly controlled...

03.08.26

How To Set The Date and Time On a Rolex Datejust

To set or adjust a Rolex Datejust, unscrew the winding crown, wind it about 25 clockwise turns, then pull the...

03.08.26

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Rolex Cellini Review & Buying Guide: A Discontinued Classic

The Rolex Cellini was the brand’s dedicated line of dress watches, produced from 1968 until its discontinuation in 2023. Named...

03.08.26

Cheapest Rolex for Women: The Ultimate Guide to Affordable Luxury

The most affordable Rolex watches for women are usually pre-owned vintage models, such as the manual-wind Rolex Oysterdate Precision or...

03.08.26

The Ultimate Watch Gift Guide for 2025

A watch is so much more than a device to tell time. A watch accompanies you through life’s important moments....

03.08.26

Rolex GMT-Master II Ultimate Buying Guide

As one of the most well-known luxury watch brands, Rolex has an impressive portfolio of iconic timepieces. Rolex models often...

03.08.26

Rolex Day-Date Ultimate Buying Guide

The Rolex Day-Date – better known as the Rolex Presidential – is a watch that needs no introduction. It is...

03.08.26

Best Rolex Investment: Top Models to Consider for Long-Term Value

In the world of luxury timepieces, Rolex stands out as a symbol of prestige, craftsmanship, and timeless value. Investing in...

03.08.26

Rolex Air-King Review: The Ultimate Guide to Rolex’s Under-the-Rader Pilot’s Watch

The Rolex Air-King gives you the look and functionality of a professional Rolex without the usual sticker shock. It is...

03.08.26

The Ultimate Guide to Rolex Green Dial Watches: History, Models, and Investment Value

Rolex’s green dial watches display the natural house color of this Swiss watchmaking brand. They can be found on some...

03.08.26

Rolex Milgauss Review & Buying Guide

Few watches from the brand’s collection are as unconventional as the Rolex Milgauss. You could forgive the Rolex Milgauss, a...

03.08.26

Rolex Daytona Panda Review: The Complete Buyer’s Guide

As one of the world’s leading watch brands, Rolex is globally renowned for its quality benchmark and incredible craftsmanship. And,...

03.08.26

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Vintage Rolex Date 1530 Ultimate Buying Guide

We would forgive you if you mistook the Rolex 1530 for the OysterQuartz. The OysterQuartz is, perhaps, one of the most...

03.08.26

Vintage Rolex Submariner 5508 History

When it comes to vintage Rolex, it is the tiny, almost undetectable differences that account for thousands, even tens of...

03.08.26

Rolex Daytona 116509 Ultimate Buying Guide

In addition to being Rolex’s most coveted watch, the Rolex Daytona 116509 is also the brand’s most diverse sports watch...

03.08.26

Bob’s Watches: A Year in Review 2023

As we wave goodbye to another year, it’s time to sit back and reflect on what a wild ride it’s...

03.08.26

The Original Bond Watch? Meet Ian Fleming’s Rolex Explorer 1016

It is a question fans of his books have been asking for decades; how much of James Bond was modeled...

03.08.26

Rolex 114060 Review: Iconic Elegance in Diving Watches

The Rolex Submariner 114060 stands out as a top-tier diving watch, combining classic looks with modern technology. This review covers...

03.08.26

Rolex Submariner Date vs No Date: Key Differences Explained

While Rolex’s famous dive watch is simply called the Submariner, there are actually two different versions to consider: one with...

03.08.26

The Rolex Bubble Back History: A Comprehensive Collector’s Guide

The Rolex Bubble Back is a legendary vintage watch made from the 1930s through the mid-1950s. The Bubble Back, as...

03.08.26

Rolex 116600 Review: The Last Great 40mm Classic?

The Rolex Sea-Dweller 116600 is also known in some watch collecting circles as the SD4K (Sea-Dweller 4000). For many, it’s...

03.08.26

Gerald Genta Rolex King Midas Ultimate Guide

The Rolex King Midas is a legendary limited edition timepiece designed by Gérald Genta in the early 1960s. Carved from...

03.08.26

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