Rolex's journey began in the early 20th century, a time when wristwatches were still considered less reliable than pocket watches. Wilsdorf, a visionary entrepreneur, believed in the potential of wristwatches and set out to create timepieces that were both accurate and robust. In 1910, Rolex achieved a significant milestone when it became the first wristwatch to receive the Swiss Certificate of Chronometric Precision, awarded by the Official Watch Rating Centre in Bienne, Switzerland.

Innovations That Changed the Industry

Rolex has been at the forefront of watchmaking innovation. In 1926, the brand introduced the Oyster, the world's first waterproof wristwatch. This groundbreaking invention was proof of Rolex's commitment to creating timepieces that could withstand the rigors of everyday life. The Oyster's success was further solidified when Mercedes Gleitze

In 1931, Rolex unveiled the Perpetual rotor, a self-winding mechanism that revolutionized the watch industry. This innovation eliminated the need for manual winding, making wristwatches more convenient and reliable. The Perpetual rotor remains a hallmark of Rolex watches to this day.