Time Capsules- Product: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner

A real statement in excellence, this striking Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date watch is crafted in 18-karat white gold. The 40mm watch is equipped with a rotating blue ceramic bezel and blue dial, and is waterproof up to 300m/1000 feet. I had the pleasure of using this watch recently and it is several things for …

Time Capsules: Commentary – Rolex 24 at Daytona Celebrates 50 Years

Photo by Stephan Cooper.For those who are car lovers like me – yesterday was a highlight day – the 50th anniversary of the Rolex 24 at Daytona. A record number of motorsports fans descended on Daytona International Speedway for this historic anniversary on Saturday, when the Rolex clock counted down to the 3:30 pm start …

Time Capsules: Commentary – Fun Facts – The Wristwatch from the 1920’s to 1940

Recently, we brought readers a little insight into the birth of the wristwatch – for those who enjoy a little history and some fun facts.  Continuing that saga, which covered the turn of and the first two decades of the 20th century (see that coverage here), we now bring you perspective on how the wristwatch …

News: Christie’s Geneva Auction of Important Timepieces Acheives Multiple Record Prices – Would you pay $2.3 Million for one watch?

In Geneva the Christie’s Auction of Important Timepieces spanned nine hours in length, with buyers from 39 countries participating. The result was record breaking. The top two lots sold for more than $2 million each and six lots sold for more than $1 million. The top lot was a rediscovered pink gold Patek Philippe wristwatch, …

Rolex Watches- The One Tiger Woods is Wearing

Since it’s official and Tiger Woods is on board with Rolex now, here’s a close up look at the watch he is currently wearing. It is the 18-karat white gold 41mm Oyster Perpetual Day-Date II with a fluted bezel. The 31 jewel chronometer movement keeps superlative time. The watch is fitted with the famed Rolex President …

Rolex Watches Signs On Tiger Woods as New Ambassador

Just two months after TAG Heuer dropped Tiger Woods as its ambassador, one it had had a long-standing relationship with, Rolex picked up the golf star, stating “he has a long career ahead of him.” Rolex also has a long commitment to the world of golf, and is pleased to have Tiger Woods on board. …

Weekend Sojourn: 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d’ Elegance with Rolex – Great Hood Ornaments!

Earlier this week I wrote about the Concours d’ Elegance and some of the most fantastic cars seen there. Today, while we on the US Eastern Seaboard await the wrath of Hurricane Irene, writing about storm watches — or watches that weather the storm — just doesn’t do it. Instead, Atimelyperspective brings you something more …

Time Capsules: Rolex Extravaganza – Experience this Submariner

Between the Concours d’ Elegance, reported about just the other day, and the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, coming up next – this is a Rolex extravaganza here at  Atimelyperspective – so why not throw  a great Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner into the mix.   This Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date is crafted in stainless steel …

Weekend Sojourn: Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion – Coming This Week!

I’ll be there with Rolex – maybe you should, too… more than 550 extraordinary cars will amass on August 19 through 21 to confront the challenging Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey.  The 2.238 mile road course with 11turns and 300-foot elevation changes is demanding and exhilarating, even for spectators. Plus, these are legendary cars …

A Timely Event: Rolex Motor Sports in Monterey

Start your engines and mark your calendars! The week of August 19, if you are a car  and watch lover (and you know you are or you wouldn’t be here right now), you are going to want to be in Monterey and Pebble Beach, CA, for the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion – a week of  …