Rolex – A Legacy of Innovation and Prestige
Rolex was founded in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf in London as a watch distributor. The brand name “Rolex” was registered in 1908, and the company relocated to Geneva, Switzerland in 1919. Rolex pioneered major horological innovations, including the Oyster in 1926 (the world’s first waterproof wristwatch) and the Perpetual rotor in 1931 (an automatic self-winding mechanism). In the 1950s and 60s, Rolex introduced legendary tool watches such as the Submariner, Explorer, GMT-Master, and Daytona. These timepieces became symbols of precision, durability, and prestige, worn by explorers, athletes, and world leaders. Today, Rolex remains one of the most iconic and respected luxury watch brands in the world