Rolex is the brainchild of Swiss watchmaker Hans Wilsdorf who entered the market when people considered wrist watches to be unreliable and useless. Rolex focused extensively on the refining the finer movements within a watch. In 1910, Rolex wristwatch became the first timepiece of its kind to receive the Swiss Certificate of Chronometric Precision. The company revolutionized many great changes in the watch industry including the development of self-winding technology. Rolex relies on more than 4,000 watchmakers from more than 100 countries across the globe to produce some of the finest watches in the world. It is created from high quality raw materials with great attention to detail. The company was also a pioneer in water-proof watches and professional watches. Rolex released a new Submariner 114060 in 2012.
The first Submariners were introduced in 1953. The original watch was safe at 100 feet under the water. The recent versions of the Submariners consist of the triple seal Triplock winding crown which helps the watch withstand a depth of about 300 feet. The oyster case of the watch protects the watch from shocks, pressure, dust and water. The rotatable bezel of a Rolex Submariner 114060 watch provides accurate depiction of time, even when you are diving. The luminescent capsule promotes exceptional visibility and legibility in dark environments as well. The blue, black or green ceramic bezel of the Submariner is enclosed within a 40 mm case. The watch is unaffected by sunlight, corrosion, and scratches. The glide lock clasp ensures comfort and easy adjustability.
While the original Submariners were designed specifically with the diver in the mind, the new 114060 version comes with a redesigned case, Cerachrom bezel, blue lume and a good bracelet with the glide lock extension system. The graduations of the watch are colored with a layer of luminescent platinum. The 20 mm long bracelet of the watch is in increments of 2 mm. The watch can be worn on a 3 mm thick divers suit and provides additional comfort under all circumstances.
Rolex is often believed to be the most popular luxury watch producer in the world. They have outlets and stores across majority of countries in the world. Rolex Submariner is one of the most popular models offered by the company. It offers function and style at the same time. With a retail value of about $7,100, it is one of the relatively affordable luxury watches in the world as well. The new 2012 version is must-have for every sports fan.