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Rolex: From Air-King to Yacht-Master

If you were to stop strangers on the street and ask them to name a watch company 8/10 they are likely going to say Rolex. Why? Because they are one of the premier watch brands in the world that have withstood the test of time from a stylistic and functional manner since it was founded in 1908. When investing in your first watch, many people gravitate towards Rolex but once you decide you want a Rolex, you have to narrow down your options in terms of model and band.

As we discussed in my story about watch collection, the watch you wear makes a statement about who you are, are you sporty, classic, flashy, or all of the above? Thankfully, Rolex has an amazing array of options. Scroll below to familiarize yourself with their wide range of models and bands so that when you go to purchase one, you know exactly what you are asking for.

Rolex Models from Air-King to Yacht-Master (In Alphabetical Order)

Air-King

Cosmograph-Daytona

Day-Date

GMT Master II

Milgauss

Pearlmaster

Submariner

Cellini

DateJust

Explorer

Lady-DateJust

Oyster Perpetual

Sky-Dweller

Yacht-Master

Rolex Watch Bands

Jubilee Bracelet: the five-piece Jubilee link bracelet gives the watch a refined and professional look.

Pearlmaster Bracelet: The Pearlmaster band is a five link bracelet often considered the most elegant Rolex bracelet offering. 

Oyster Bracelet: The large three-piece link bracelet often associated as being a ‘sportier’ look.

President Bracelet: The President bracelet is the perfect mix of both theJubilee and the Oyster bracelet, but it’s three links are rounded and refined. 

Leather or Rubber Bracelet: Rolex also offers it’s consumers the option to have a leather or plastic band with their watches. The plastic band is a favorite amongst athletes for their durability.