Rolex Oyster Perpetual: 5 Things You Didn't Know

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch conveys the purest and simplest Oyster concept, directly descending from the original Rolex Oyster watch designed in 1926. It remains a favorite to this day for its water-resistant qualities and its ability to present the time clearly and accurately. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch is a time-only model that built its reputation from a perpetual rotor that would one day influence the future of the watchmaking industry. Free from other complications, part of its success is owed to its no-nonsense dial design. In today’s youtube video by Bob’s Watches, we’re going to cover a few facts that make the history of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch all the more interesting. 1) The World’s First Waterproof Wristwatch: Rolex invented a hermetically sealed case for the Oyster watch, with a screw-down crown and caseback, lined with rubber gaskets for improved resistance to water and dust. The Oyster design has become the foundation for all Rolex watches today with the exception of the Rolex Cellini. Its success signified an important breakthrough in the evolution of waterproof watches. While vintage Oyster Perpetual models can be found in stainless steel, solid gold, and two-tone steel and gold configurations, modern Rolex Oyster Perpetual watches are crafted entirely from 904L stainless steel. 2) Every Rolex Watch Is Technically Part Of The Oyster Perpetual Collection: If you’ve ever wondered why any self-winding Rolex watch with a screw-down crown an