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How does a Rolex work?
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Most Rolex watches work thanks to a perpetual rotor found inside. Every time you move your wrist, this rotor glides back and forth, creating kinetic energy. That energy moves into the mainspring of the watch to power the timepiece, eliminating the need for winding as long as the watch is being worn. You’ll find a large selection of Rolex on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Vintage Rolex GMT-Master Ref 1675 Pepsi Watch, Stainless Steel, 1977
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
In wonderful condition Vintage Authentic Rolex GMT_Master Ref 1675 Pepsi with Jubilee stainless steel bracelet circa 1977. This watch is in amazing condition with with tight bracelet...
Category
Vintage 1970s Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 41mm Wimbledon Jubilee 2025 Unworn with box and warranty NEW
By Rolex
Located in Capri, IT
Rolex Datejust 41mm Wimbledon Jubilee 2025 Unworn with box and warranty NEW
grey dial
stainless steel bracelet
round case
date window
fluted bezel
automatic movement
roman numeral m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
2002 Rolex Ladies DateJust Two Tone Blue Diamond Dial Watch 79173 #23237
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2002 Rolex Ladies Datejust Watch
Model: 79173
Serial: Y611504
This classic Rolex ladies watch is set in stainless steel with 18K gold bezel and gold accents on oyster band
26mm ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback "Ovetto" Ref. 3131 Automatic, 14K Gold, 1958.
By Rolex
Located in PARIS, FR
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Ovetto Ref. 3131 – 14K Yellow Gold – 1958 – Rare Original Black Dial – Original Box
A superb Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback Ovetto reference 313...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Rolex GMT-Master Two Tone 18K Yellow Gold Steel Jubilee Watch Ref. 16753
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 16753 from the 1980s showcases the enduring appeal of one of the brand’s most recognizable travel watches. Crafted in a combination of stainless steel and 1...
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1969 Rolex Date Stainless Steel Automatic Watch Ref. 1500
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
The Vintage 1969 Rolex Date Ref. 1500 is a quintessential example of Rolex’s enduring mid-century design language, blending understated sophistication with exceptional mechanical cra...
Category
20th Century Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
