If you like watches, then you definitely know about the brand that is recognized by its Crown logo. If you do not like watches, then too, it is highly probable that you know about Rolex.
The brand was founded by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis in London, England in 1905 as Wilsdorf and Davis. However, in 1919, the brand moved its base of operations to Geneva, Switzerland. Rolex is one of the most recognized watch brands in the world and also 64th on the 2016 Forbes Most Powerful Brands list.
The fame associated with Rolex, while part marketing, is mainly due to the growing list of innovations Rolex has introduced during its existence -
The first waterprof wristwatch, The first automatically changing date, The first watch to show two time zones & the first watch to get a chronometric certification - The list is endless.
Almost all Rolex models are iconic. However, the most famous one is Rolex Submariner. Here is a video from Watchfinder & Co. about the most iconic diver ever made and its comparison to a cheaper offering from Rolex's sister brand Tudor -
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