Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Blue Dial

The Oyster Perpetual may be Rolex's simplest model, but it also has the longest history. When it was first released, the Oyster Perpetual was one of the world's first waterproof automatic wristwatches. The patented 360-degree rotor meant for a while that most other watchmakers had to opt for a "bumper" automatic movement, which was far less elegant of a design.

The Oyster Perpetual's name has also rather confusingly been used as a descriptor for all of Rolex's models, including the Professional line, to signify water resistance.

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Known by many simply as "the Crown", Rolex has certainly done much to deserve its reputation. From its founding just over a century ago by a German immigrant in the UK, Rolex has grown to become an international behemoth, recognisable (and indeed visible) across the globe.

Few other watchmakers can boast the same combination of consistency, quality and desirability as Rolex. Everything from the build quality of the cases and bracelets to the chronometer-rated movements are designed to ensure that even the most discerning of owners are satisfied.