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Rolex Submariner. The name itself pretty much says it all. With just two words you know you’ll find the epitome of quality, at home in the depths of an underwater world.

In fact, Rolex invented the first waterproof watch in 1926, labeling it the Oyster. Every Oyster is water-resistant down to 300 meters or 1000 feet, and subjected to rigorous testing even beyond this guaranteed depth.

Several features have made the Submariner the preferred choice of professional divers for over 50 years. The oyster case is crafted from a block of solid stainless steel. Taking over 150 steps to manufacture, this miniature vault insures absolute water-tight integrity and protects the movement under the most extreme conditions.

The stainless steel used is not the usual 316L, but 904L which is a more corrosion-resistant, stainless steel alloy that can withstand the harshest environments. It can also be highly polished giving the Oyster, its impeccably brilliant finish.

Finally the Rolex Submariner has a unique Triplock winding crown which is designed to function at depths greater than most submarines. This complex device incorporates over ten components plus three separate gaskets to seal out water and foreign matter. Once screwed down, it provides water-resistance to a pressure of 500 bar, or 1000 lbs per square centimeter.

First introduced at the 1954 Basel Watch Fair, the Submariner has continued to evolve and become one of the most easily identifiable watches ever made. Part of this is no doubt due to its being the watch preferred by James Bond in most of his earlier movies.

Today, with its rugged good looks, and esteemed reputation, it’s hard to imagine a better watch choice for the guy wanting the ultimate in style and sophistication, not to mention making a not so subtle statement about being on top of his game.

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Ian Flemings James Bond hit the stage in 1953, the same year that Rolex developed their Submariner. In his books, Fleming had Bond wearing a Rolex Perpetual Oyster, and when Sean Connery finally came to the big screen in 1962 with Dr. No, he did so wearing a Submariner.

Since then, the first four Bonds, Sean Connery, Roger Moore, George Lazenby, and Timothy Dalton, spanning eleven movies, all wore one. There’s an article done by John E. Brozek for International Wristwatch Magazine, called “The James Bond Submariner, An Unauthorized History…”, that is well worth reading to learn more about the association between James Bond and the Rolex Submariner.

Actually, “Q” branch had one specially made for Roger Moore in “Live And Let Die” that had a spinning buzz-saw bezel, and a magnetic field that could deflect a bullet. Not sure how magnetism can affect a lead bullet, but there you go.

It wasn’t until Pierce Brosnan took over in “Goldeneye” that Bond commenced wearing an Omega Seamaster. Most recently, Daniel Craig has continued to do so.

According to Wikipedia,

“another reason for the change from the Rolex Submariner watches that Bond previously used to wear is the change in the business environment that surrounds modern high-profile films. Omega was amenable to participating in high profile co-promotions and product placements in the movies, something that the conservative Rolex company avoids”.

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