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Ferit Tecimer of Humbertown Jewellers on Rolex’s mastery of materials
FERIT TECIMER
OWNER, HUMBERTOWN JEWELLERS
Oystersteel
“Oystersteel is a high-quality steel that was patent- ed by Rolex and is known for its durability. It’s essen- tially a stainless-steel alloy, and it’s engineered to be highly resistant to corrosion to withstand decades of wear. Oystersteel’s durability also means it can be worn while doing anything, even in the harshest conditions.”
Rolesor
“Rolesor is a combination of Oystersteel and Rolex-alloyed 18-karat gold that was created and patented by Rolex. You’ll find it in both the Rolex Classic collection and the Rolex Professional se- ries, typically in three variations — an Oystersteel configuration, a solid 18-karat gold configuration, and a Rolesor configuration. Rolesor is popular because not only does it provide the wearer with a more affordable option than a solid 18-karat gold timepiece, it also increases its durability.”
Gold
“Gold is a very special material, but it is quite soft in its natural state, so to make it harder and more durable, it is alloyed to create 18-karat gold instead. Rolex built its own foundry to produce its 18-karat yellow gold, Everose gold, and 18-karat white gold, and this allows it to produce materials that meet its exact criteria for shine and longevity.”
Platinum
“Platinum is a prestigious metal with a colour and luminosity that looks unlike anything else, but the uniqueness of platinum Rolexes isn’t just about their metal. Solid platinum timepieces are available with unique dial configurations — most famously Rolex’s Ice Blue dial, which is only available on the solid platinum Day-Date 40 mm or the solid plat- inum Daytona — which makes it extremely rare.”
Meteorite
“Meteorite is a material that comes directly from outer space and, when used on a dial, creates fas- cinating natural patterns. The meteorite dial on the new Daytona isn’t Rolex’s first use of meteorite, but it is a very rare watch. Unfortunately, I haven’t had the chance to experience one in person myself yet, but I look forward to seeing it!”
AS BOTH A 40-YEAR VETERAN OF THE JEWELLERY BUSINESS AND A long-time authorized Rolex dealer, Ferit Tecimer knows pretty well everything there is to know about the world of the five-pointed crown. We recently sat down with the owner of Toronto’s Humbertown Jewellers to hear his insights on Rolex’s palette of watchmaking
materials. According to Tecimer, here’s what makes each of these materials so special.
1. ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL 41, $6,950; 2. ROLEX SUBMARINER DATE, $43,650; 3. ROLEX EXPLORER, $12,750; 4. ROLEX COSMOGRAPH DAYTONA, PRICE ON REQUEST AT HUMBERTOWN JEWELLERS.
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