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The Sky-Dweller is a quintessential example of sheer perfect craftmanship and micro engineering. From the perfectly crafted case in 904L Steel and 18k White Gold, to the Calibre 9001 movement at the heart of this wonderful and extremely complex timepiece. 

Since its release at Baselworld in 2017, the Rolex Sky-Dweller 326394 has become one of the most popular modern, steel, Rolex timepieces of them all. 

Featuring a black dial with large baton luminescent markers makes for a timeless and clean look and an 18k white gold fluted bezel on a 42mm case which is both sporty and elegant at the same time, all whilst mated to an oyster bracelet with polished centre links, which finishes the look perfectly.

The current Recommended Retail Price of the Rolex Sky-Dweller 326394 is £11,850

The Rolex GMT-Master II is a quintessential example of sheer perfect craftmanship and micro engineering. From the perfectly crafted case in 904L Steel, to the Calibre 3285 movement at the heart of this wonderful timepiece. 

Since its release at Baselworld in 2018, the Rolex GMT-Master II 126710BLRO has become one of the most popular modern Rolex timepieces of them all. 

Featuring a two colour, red and blue Cerachrom bezel insert and black dial with large luminescent markers makes for a timeless look which is both sporty and elegant at the same time, all whilst mated to a re-designed jubilee 5 piece bracelet featuring an Oysterlock safety clasp, which finishes the look perfectly.

A new generation, Calibre 3285 is the power horse behind this timepiece featuring a new and improved 70 hour power reserve and new and improved automatic works.

The current Recommended Retail Price of the Rolex GMT-Master II 126710BLRO is £7,750

The Rolex Submariner is a quintessential example of sheer perfect craftmanship and micro engineering. From the perfectly crafted case in 904L Steel, to the Calibre 3135 movement at the heart of this wonderful timepiece. 

Since its release at Baselworld in 2010, the Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN has become one of the most popular modern Rolex timepieces of them all. Having been sported by celebrities and businessmen and women around the world for over a decade, this watch has become a true classic of its time. 

Featuring a slick looking black Cerachrom bezel and black dial with large luminescent markers makes for a timeless look which is both sporty and elegant at the same time, all whilst mated to a satin, three-piece oyster bracelet which finishes the look perfectly.

The previous generation, Calibre 3135 remains the beating heart for this model despite the introduction of the new and improved Calibre 3235 movement which boasts a 72-hour power reserve. Will we see the discontinuation of the ceramic Submariner Date as we know it in the near future? We would love to hear your opinion.

The current Recommended Retail Price of the Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN is £7,150.

The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona is a quintessential example of sheer perfect craftmanship and micro engineering. From the perfectly crafted case in 18k Everose Gold, to the Calibre 4130 movement at the heart of this wonderful timepiece. 

 Since its release at Baselworld in 2008, the Rolex Daytona 116505 has become one of the most popular Rolex timepieces of them all. Having been sported by celebrities and business men and women around the world for over a decade, this watch has become a true classic of its time. 

 The current Recommended Retail Price of the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116505 is £31,550.

How to date your watch

It is possible to date your Rolex pre 2010 by taking a look at the serial number on your watch. This can be found in two main places on the watch depending on the year. Beginning on 2005, Rolex started to engrave the Serial number on the "Rehaut" which is also known as the flange, this is the rim of metal between the dial and the glass and has been laser inscribed with the word "Rolex" several times except at the 6 o'clock position where the serial number can be found instead. As of 2008, all Rolex watches produced have their serial number in this position.

If your watch is older than this, your serial number will be engraved in to the case itself in between the lugs at the 6 o'clock position. To see the serial, you will need to have the bracelet/strap removed from the watch to then read the engraved serial number.

Where original paperwork is available, the date on this will determine the age of the watch. Where there is no paperwork, the production date as per the table below will determine the age.

Written by Christian O'Rourke