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A rolex chronometer is accompanied by a Green Seal which indicates that the movement has passed further tests. The rolex oysterquartz is a blend of modern technology utilizing a state-of-the-art quartz rolex-made movement. The rolex oysterquartz is housed in the renowned rolex oyster case, making this revolutionary timepiece as tough and elegant as it is precise. Without a doubt, the most important event in the history of rolex was the creation, in 1926, of the world''s first pressure-proof wristwatch: the rolex oyster quartz. Ever since, the unparalleled reputation of this rolex watch -- worn by some of the world''s most accomplished people in sport, the arts, exploration, and adventure -- has continued to grow.

Rolex quality and expertise. The distinguishing characteristic of the first Rolex Oyster Watch, which today perpetuates its preeminent position, was the perfect marriage between case, crystal, and winding crown, resulting in a single pressure-proof unit. Today the Rolex Oyster case maintains the heritage by providing the strongest possible protection for the movement within, while at the same time conveying a distinctive elegance. The Rolex Watch creation of such a masterpiece places equal demands on the watchmaker''s technical and artistic skills, and exemplifies the constant striving for perfection that is Rolex. Rolex takes a full year to complete an Oyster movement with its 220 individual components.

There are also chronographs with a center seconds hand which can be started, stopped and brought back to zero using one or two push-button on the side of the watch. Other additional functions include second time zone, alarm, moonphase, repeater, perpetual calendar, etc. Generally speaking, on may say that a simple mechanical watch (hours, minutes and seconds hands) should include at least fifteen jewels located in the places most subject to wear due to friction. It should be fitted with a shock-absorbing system on the balance, a good quality balance-spring and an unbreakable spring. In 1908, Rolex was founded by Mr. Hans Wilsdorf, a German National Citizen. Initially the company was named Wilsdorf & Davis as Wilsdorf founded company together with his brother in law.