Originally introduced in 1953, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner collection is a line of sports watches that are equally well-suited for use in a board meeting. This diversity has helped to establish the Submariner as one of the most popular wristwatches in the world, with some individual models achieving true iconic status.

The Submariner was originally designed to accommodate the needs of professional divers, and this remains one of the collection’s main selling points. Yet, throughout the years, the Submariner has also become a symbol of luxury, associated with James Bond, as well as celebrity wearers like Steve McQueen and Al Pacino.

In this buying guide, we take a closer look at the various Submariner models available to buyers.

Understanding the Rolex Submariner

In terms of function, the Rolex Submariner is primarily defined by its high level of water resistance, as well as the presence of a rotatable bezel. This bezel comes complete with minute markers, allowing professional divers to accurately measure the amount of time they have been immersed underwater.

One of the key aspects of the Submariner’s bezel, when compared to other rotatable bezels, is that it only rotates anti-clockwise, rather than rotating both ways. This is significant, because it means accidental bezel movement can only make remaining dive times shorter, preventing divers from spending too much time under the surface.

Broadly speaking, the Submariner models can be divided into six categories and these are outlined below: Continue reading “Which Rolex Submariner to Buy? A Buying Guide” →

Since its introduction in 1963, the Rolex Daytona collection has achieved legendary status in the luxury watch field. Named after the Daytona International Speedway circuit in Florida, and designed to meet the needs of professional motor racing drivers, the watch is recognised as an iconic fashion accessory, largely thanks to actor Paul Newman, who wore his Daytona timepiece almost every day between 1972 and his death in 2008.

With high levels of demand and limited production, the Daytona also has lengthy waiting lists, which have helped to add to its mystique. This has also made it popular among buyers on the grey market, as they are able to get hold of one much faster. This buying guide takes a closer look at the Daytona collection and the various options available.

Understanding the Dial & Bezel Features of a Rolex Daytona

Rolex Daytona watches are equipped with a self-winding mechanical chronograph movement. This provides them with the ability to display the time and measure elapsed time, simultaneously functioning as a stopwatch and traditional watch. For this purpose the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona has 3 sub-dials at the 3, 6 and 9 o’clock position. The 6 o’clock position shows elapsed seconds, the 3 o’clock position shows up to 30 elapsed minutes, and the 9 o’clock subdial shows up to 12 elapsed hours. They are also certified chronometers by the COSC, guaranteeing their precision.

In addition to this, the Daytona is famous for having a tachymeter scale on the bezel, which can be used to either measure speed based on travel time, or measure distance based on speed. However, it is worth noting that since the expansion of the collection, not all Daytona models actually have this tachymeter scale on them.

Today, Daytona models can be broadly divided into seven categories, which are outlined below: Continue reading “Which Rolex Daytona to Buy? A Buying Guide” →

As the name suggests, the Rolex Datejust 41 has a 41mm case diameter, and this makes it the largest model in the Datejust watch collection, with the other men’s models being 36mm. The Datejust 41 is also slightly bigger than many of the other popular Rolex sports watches, such as the 40mm Submariner and GMT-Master II.

Unlike some other Rolex sports models, the Datejust 41 has many variations, which can make it difficult to find all of the colours, bezels and bracelet types in your local Rolex shop. It is, therefore, easier to order the model you desire at Jaztime.com, instead of wasting time, checking multiple authorised dealers to find what you are looking for.

In this buying guide, we take a closer look at the different options available to customers.

What Makes the Datejust Unique?

The Rolex Datejust is primarily defined by its date display window, which was not present on the original Rolex Oyster Perpetual collection, or similar models like the Explorer I. Indeed, the first Datejust model, released in 1945, is recognised as the world’s first wristwatch with an automatically changing date display function.

In subsequent years, a further evolution of this concept was the Rolex Day-Date, also known as the ‘President’, which shows both the date and the day of the week. Yet, Day-Date watches are only produced from precious metals, making them more expensive than the Datejust models, and not everyone wants a day display on the dial.

For these reasons, the Datejust remains one of the company’s flagship models and enjoys a great reputation among entry-level buyers and luxury watch aficionados alike. The Datejust 41 has emerged as an especially popular option since its introduction in 2016, thanks to the modern trend for larger timepieces.

The Datejust 41 family can be broadly divided into four main categories, which are explained in more detail below: Continue reading “Which Rolex Datejust 41 to Buy? Buying Guide” →

Are you looking for a nice gift to give to the host of the Thanksgiving party you are attending? Perhaps you want to treat yourself to something special on Black Friday. Or maybe you are already thinking about some early Christmas shopping and would like to find a luxurious gift at a more affordable price.

Here at Jaztime, we are celebrating Thanksgiving and Black Friday by reducing the prices of the Rolex watches in our ON SALE category. You can find out more about these holiday discounts below.

Brand New Rolex Watches ON SALE

Discounts for brand new watches depend on the Rolex model, as well as the case, bezel and bracelet material. For example, many Rolex Submariner models are so hard to get hold of that the free market price is much higher than the price at an authorised Rolex dealer. As a result, it can occur that even though there is a significant discount on the grey market price, it is still higher than you would see at an official Rolex outlet. Learn more about Rolex Waitlist Models (here). Continue reading “Rolex Thanksgiving & Black Friday SALE” →

Rolex is a brand associated with luxury and the best quality craftsmanship, which is why it is able to fetch high prices for its timepieces. Nevertheless, many people operating on a limited budget would love to own a Rolex watch and it is perfectly possible to find certified authentic Rolex watches for a price of $5,000 or less.

With that said, if you do want to stay below the $5k mark, you will struggle to find many options in official Rolex stores. Instead, your best option is to explore the second hand or grey market. The Jaztime.com online store sells used Rolex watches, with some of the most popular models available at the cheapest prices you will find.

In this post, we explore some of the best men’s Rolex watches to look out for if you are operating on a budget.

1) Rolex Air King under $5000

There are many Rolex Air King models available for below $5k, which makes them one of the most popular options for buyers looking for a luxury watch at an affordable price. Although the Air King is technically a sports watch, many of the models within the collection work equally well as dress watches. Continue reading “Best Men’s Rolex Watches under $5000 USD” →

The Rolex GMT-Master II collection was introduced in 1983 and initially operated alongside the brand’s main GMT-Master collection. However, since the turn of the millennium, the GMT-Master II has replaced the original GMT-Master line as the manufacturer’s primary range of pilot’s watches.

Rolex designed the initial collection in collaboration with Pan American Airways, and the GMT-Master II is able to keep track of three time zones at once, thanks to its quick-set hour hand, 24-hour GMT hand, and rotatable bezel. The collection has also expanded significantly over the years, with new materials and designs.

As a result of this expansion, buyers have a wide range of options to choose from, and the GMT-Master II is recognized for being one of Rolex’s most versatile models. This buying guide aims to help customers understand the different models within the collection, their differences, and the various options that exist for customization.

Continue reading “BEST Rolex GMT-Master II to Buy” →