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How does a Rolex work?

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How does a Rolex work?
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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Rolex 16618 Submariner Blue Dial 18K Yellow Gold Original Box 40mm
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 16618 Serial: N269*** Year: 1991 Model: Submariner Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Blue Dial: Blue Face: Sa...
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Datejust Steel Custom Diamond Pink MOP Dial Ladies Automatic Watch 69174
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Custom Diamond Bezel and Pink Mother of Pearl dial.
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex 14000 Air King 34mm Black Dial Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 14000 Serial: P109*** Year: 2000 Model: Air King Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Black Face: Sapphire Crystal ...
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Lilac Diamond Dial 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 Black Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Rolex Model: Date Reference Number: 1500 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case width: 34 mm. (witho...
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

NEW Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Custom Turquoise Tiffany Dial Watch 126000
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
New. Aftermarket Custom Tiffany Dial. Box and papers included.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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