Sunday 30 June 2013

The Rolex GMT Vs the Rolex Submariner

The Rolex GMT and the Rolex Submariner are mainly two professional watches which are purposefully intended for the use of aviators and submariner. It is considered as a specialized watch which was designed in the year1954 at the Basel fair gallery.

These two Rolex GMT and Rolex submariner watches were launched in the same year due to some of the similarities in then created two current versions like:
  • It has a standard size of 40mm
  • Has a self winding mechanism.
  • Consist of a turning bezel.
  • Has a scratch resistant synthetic sapphire crystal which makes the two watches appear similar.
  • One more interesting feature is the triplex system that gives a layer of guard to the oyster case.
  • The main feature in these two watches is they have a trip-lock gasket arrangement that bolts down firmly into the case tube and against the oyster case of the watch.
  • They are obtainable in 18k yellow gold, Rolesor and even in steel.
  • They have an option of a black bezel with a black dial which is popular in these Rolex GMT and Submarine model.

In what way is the Rolex GMT dissimilar from Rolex submarine?

Rolex GMT and submarine are not different in more ways but these two models were designed to fulfil the needs of professionals and celebrities. The major feature which makes these two different from each other is:
  • The submarine model of Rolex has a uni-directional rotating bezel which is quite opposite to the bi- directional bezel that is found in Rolex GMT watches.
  • The functioning process of tow bezels is different between both models.
  • In Rolex submarine, the uni- directional bezel is purposefully designed to help a diver measure the beyond time while performing diving. This option of bezels important for diver because he sets the bezel with current minute hand position to start counting the minutes while performing diver slide down.
  • The present Rolex GMT models have a 330 feet water depth rating whereas the submarine model comes with 300 or 1000 meters water depth rating.
  • All the present available Rolex GMT Models have a sporty ceramic bezel which is not found in submarine models.
  • You find all the Rolex models in jewelry outlets which provide you latest designs that have diamond, rubies and sapphire paved dial with fitted hauls.

Main quality of Rolex watches

Therefore Rolex watches of both models have quite a few dissimilarities but are made designed for the use of divers. Its high quality has made it receive a profitable demand in the market for which it is up in demand and sales. The main excellence of these watches is to maintain correct timings when diving and due to its proper service at interval times.

Don't go for a replica as it is same in looks but not in features and model. It is being reviewed by many professionals and its users enjoy a vintage feel by wearing the watch which is well known for its elegance and style that suits every personality.