3 iconic Rolex Watches: A Quick Look at the History behind their Creation


In recent years, virtually all watches are being developed to meet luxury market demands and trends. But, it was not the scenario back in the old days when most watches were created keeping practical applications in mind. Like many other watchmakers, Rolex was also engrossed in the production of practical time-telling devices. Indeed, many of its legacy watch models that are today highly coveted and desirable even in the second hand market were originally designed with practical utilisations in mind. While nearly all Rolex watches tend to retain their value with time, you can choose to ‘sell my Rolex’ to raise instant cash with full confidence. But do you know what the origin story was behind the creation of the iconic watch you are looking to sell? 

Today, let’s delve into the history behind the creation of three Rolex iconic watches:


Rolex Explorer II

In 1971, Rolex introduced the Rolex Explorer II reference 1655, featuring a 39mm stainless steel case with a matching steel bracelet. While the watch is known to have been designed especially for adventurers or speleologists, the Explorer II ref. 1665 comes equipped with some key features that made it specifically practical for them. These scientists need a reliable watch that could help them clearly read the time without daylight. 

Thus, the Explorer II 1655 flaunts a new 24-hour hand, pointing to a fixed bezel with 24hr markings and enabling the explorers to differentiate between day and night when in caves, caverns or any other darker location. The fact is that the 24hour hand either points to 10-hours or 22-hours and thus, the wearer could know whether it is AM or PM. Later, Rolex updated the watch and modified to a more traditional GMT set-up, thereby making it more market-friendly.


Rolex Sea-Dweller

When the Geneva-based Swiss manufacturer decided to fabricate the Sea-Dweller, Rolex Submariner reference 5513 was already in the market boasting up to 100m water resistance. After World War II, diver watches started to get commercialised due to demand for civilian, military and professional use. The brand introduced the Rolex Submariner as the first commercially-produced diver watch of the world. However, the need for higher water-resistance watches came forth in the 1960s and the Submariner 5513 at that time could resist only 200m water pressure. Moreover, the SeaLab expeditions’ divers noted that crystals were popping off their Submariner during decompression after extended diving.

Thus, Rolex collaborated with the French deep-sea diving specialist – COMEX to resolve this issue. Eventually, they invented a new feature ‘Helium escape valve’, and Rolex launched the Sea-Dweller 1665 in 1967 with the valve that could let off the pressure formed during decompression. 

Regardless, whether it is a Rolex Submariner or Rolex Sea-Dweller, you are likely to receive an excellent resale price when you choose to ‘sell my Rolex watch’ for cash to any potential watch buyers in London. 


Rolex Yacht-Master II

The history of the Rolex Yacht-Master started in 1992 when it was released in 18ct yellow gold and designed entirely for the nautical sportsman. With the Yacht-Master line of watches, the brand seems to have introduced a time-keeping tool for boating, while maintaining the aesthetic and luxury look of the watch. While the yachting race involves an exact and specific starting process, Rolex decided to fabricate a unique way for backing up the starting sign on a fly-back chronograph. 

This unique mechanism employs the bezel, pushers and crown for selecting the countdown starting point. The watch achieved a huge success and eventually, the brand introduced the model in steel & platinum, 18ct yellow gold & steel, and also, in a Lady Yacht-Master version. 

Overall, pioneer of luxury watches, Rolex is indeed at the origin of real innovations in watchmaking, conquering the land as well as sea. For those who are looking to ‘sell my Rolex’ or ‘sell my Rolex watch’, it is essential to get in touch with a reliable buyer who understands the real significance of the watches made by the prestigious brand-Rolex. With substantial knowledge and years of experience in dealing with Rolex watches, we at The Luxury Hut offer a fair and competitive price for the Rolex watches that customers are interested in selling to us. Our process of selling is simple, secure and straightforward. Simply, begin the process now by filling up the online form and receive an initial price quote. Send your watch to us to confirm the final price that we are willing to lend for your watch or call us on 0207 242 5411 and book an appointment to visit our office with your asset and get paid immediately.

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