Rolex Sport Watches Guide | Bob's Watches

From the luxurious Yacht-Master to the hardy Explorer and the dive-ready Submariner, Rolex has created a number of iconic sports watches throughout history. In this video we’re going to cover 8 different Rolex sports watches from their Professional series of high-performance timepieces. Explorer Simplicity and functionality were fundamental features of Rolex’s first-ever sports watch collection. Launched in 1953 to celebrate the successful summit of Mt. Everest, the Rolex Explorer was specifically designed to withstand the harsh outdoor elements. Evolving these qualities further, the Explorer II was released in 1971 and offered the added functionality of a 24-hour hand. Both Explorer models have only ever been crafted from stainless steel, and modern references combine 100m water resistance with Rolex's Paraflex shock absorbers for maximum durability. Submariner In 1953 Rolex launched one of the world’s first diving watches:the Submariner. Rotating bezels, black dials and waterproof cases defined this Rolex sports watch collection. Modern models offer 300m of water resistance and bezels with scratch-resistant Cerachrom inserts. Date or no date options are available within this line, along with a selection of steel, yellow gold, white gold and two-tone options. From elegant tuxedos to swimsuits, the Submariner has a universally appealing, simple aesthetic that looks good with any attire. GMT-Master The Rolex GMT-Master collection was launched in 1955 and was intended to