{"id":6995,"date":"2021-03-20T11:02:00","date_gmt":"2021-03-20T11:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.prestigebuyers.co.uk\/?p=6995"},"modified":"2022-10-25T12:06:11","modified_gmt":"2022-10-25T12:06:11","slug":"rolex-watch-longevity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging-new.loveluxury.co.uk\/shop\/topics\/rolex-watch-longevity\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Does a Rolex Last?"},"content":{"rendered":"

A Rolex watch is not inexpensive when you equate it to a broad variety of prices when it comes to wristwatches.\u00a0With the starting price of a Rolex watch, you inherently anticipate it to deliver outstanding Workmanship, consistency and longevity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Rolex is a watch company that continuously strives for excellence over the years. It’s not a revolution business, it is more focused on evolution. In this article, you will learn how long a Rolex watch will last.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Will a Rolex Last a Lifetime?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

When you spend a lot of money on something, you expect it to last a long time. Part of the appeal of a <\/span>Rolex watch<\/span><\/a> is that it is designed to last a lifetime. In fact, Rolex watches are known to be passed down from generation to generation.\u00a0<\/span>This says a lot about the true value of such a luxury item, and it\u2019s not just limited to finances. Of course, a watch is meant to be worn every day and is your constant companion.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You might be worried about damaging your prized possession. With a Rolex, however, you have nothing to worry about. If properly taken care of, your Rolex will most likely last a lifetime.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>Be warned that if you intend to take your Submariner deep-sea diving, or are planning to subject it to extreme conditions, this will definitely have an impact on its life span.<\/span><\/p>\n

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How to Take Care of a Rolex?<\/b><\/h2>\n

The key to ensuring your <\/span>Rolex watch<\/span><\/a> lasts a lifetime is to take care of it properly and to service it regularly. According to Rolex, your watch should need hardly any day-to-day attention. You may help maintain the lustre by regularly washing it with a microfiber rag. You can also wash your case and bracelet with soap and water and a gentle brush\u00a0occasionally. Always check that the winding crown is correctly screwed against the case to ensure waterproofness when washing your watch.<\/span><\/p>\n

Can I Wear my Rolex in the Shower?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

Rolex itself stresses that their watches are designed to be worn every day, and should be on your wrist at all times. Basically, if you own a Rolex watch, you\u2019re not going to want to take it off!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

But what if you\u2019re going to take a shower? Well, all Rolex watches that use the exquisitely designed Oyster case are water-resistant for up to 100 meters.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

That means you can wear your Rolex in the shower without any problems! But be careful with vintage Rolex models that are over twenty years old, as they could be less water-resistant.\u00a0 Also make sure that after the watch has been opened for any reason such as servicing or repairs that the waterproof seal is replaced otherwise you run the risk of internal water damage.<\/span><\/p>\n

Do Rolex Watches Stop Running?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

Rolex watches are built to last, and that crosses over into all aspects of the watch\u2019s design. This means that, if you purchase a Rolex, you can rest assured that it won\u2019t stop running out of the blue any time soon.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In some cases, your watch might be damaged. But this is an easy problem to deal with, as Rolex watches are known to have easy to replace parts if serviced by a skilled watch technician.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Should I Wear my Rolex Every Day?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

An iconic Rolex watch such as a Submariner or a Datejust is too stylish to lay in your cupboard. If you\u2019re going to spend a considerable amount of money on a watch, you should definitely expect to wear it every day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Rolex delivers watches that are made with the finest and most high-quality materials in the world. This means that these watches are extremely expensive, but also extremely robust. Rest assured, if you buy a Rolex, you won\u2019t ever have to (or want to) take it off!<\/span><\/p>\n

What Happens if you don’t wear your Rolex?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

With an item as expensive and valuable as a Rolex, it\u2019s only natural to want to wear it on special occasions. However, this isn\u2019t how the watch is meant to be worn.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You have to manually wind your Rolex watch in order for it to function properly. Once you\u2019ve done so, you can wear the watch without any worries.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, if you leave your watch for a few days, it will begin to lose its \u2018charge\u2019 and Rolex recommends that you wind your watch again each time you don\u2019t wear it for an extended period.<\/span><\/p>\n

Should I Polish my Rolex?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you want to maintain a certain level of shine on your Rolex throughout its life, you need to polish it regularly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Polishing your watch will keep it looking new, and if this is the look you want, then go for it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, if you prefer a wristwatch to be marked with the passage of time, you should consider forgoing the polish for a more weathered look.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Instant Quote For Your Rolex Watch<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

How Long does the Rolex Warranty Last?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

An <\/span>expensive luxury item<\/span><\/a> such as a watch comes with a warranty, and for Rolex watches, the warranty is 5 years.\u00a0<\/span>This warranty can be extended by 2 years if you ensure an authorised Rolex dealer services your timepiece, depending on the country you\u2019re in. <\/span><\/p>\n

Rolex takes incremental yet steady efforts to develop and improve its consistency and brilliance over the years, and they can certainly claim that they have done a decent job at that. <\/span>What is obvious to Rolex is that, in recent times, they have worked on refining their watches so that they look much like they did after their launch, like they did several years ago, Rolexes have a certain style that can not be mistaken. You can rest assured that your Rolex watch will last you a lifetime.<\/span><\/p>\n

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A Rolex watch is not inexpensive when you equate it to a broad variety of prices when it comes to wristwatches.\u00a0With the starting price of a Rolex watch, you inherently anticipate it to deliver outstanding Workmanship, consistency and longevity.\u00a0 Rolex is a watch company that continuously strives for excellence over the years. It’s not a…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":9580,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mbp_gutenberg_autopost":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[34,26],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6995","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-rolex","category-topics","category-34","category-26","description-off"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging-new.loveluxury.co.uk\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6995","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging-new.loveluxury.co.uk\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging-new.loveluxury.co.uk\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging-new.loveluxury.co.uk\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging-new.loveluxury.co.uk\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6995"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/staging-new.loveluxury.co.uk\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6995\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":15349,"href":"https:\/\/staging-new.loveluxury.co.uk\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6995\/revisions\/15349"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging-new.loveluxury.co.uk\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9580"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging-new.loveluxury.co.uk\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6995"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging-new.loveluxury.co.uk\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6995"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging-new.loveluxury.co.uk\/shop\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6995"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}