🍎why is the watch bezel so important?

[bertlevi]

Though the bezel (the round outer ring that attaches the protective crystal to the face of the watch) can certainly provide a high class stylistic look to a Rolex, it actually serves an important role in keeping the watch pressurized. In certain sports models it also helps to facilitate the measurement of time and elapsed speed. Though it serves a function beyond the look, that doesn’t deny that it adds a touch of class to any fine timepiece. Available both bejeweled and with a more sedate and simple look, the bezel is an important part of what makes a Rolex a Rolex.

The bezel comes in a number of styles both ornate and reserved, and in some cases is inscribed with numbers or symbols related to alternative functionality rather than the traditional twenty minute mark and forty minute mark. In some cases, it’s designed with twenty-four hour markings while others include an elapsed time marking (for diving, primarily). Bezels can also come with a tachymeter, which allows the wearer to compute speed based on travel time or to compute the distance traveled base on speed.

The Rolex Datejust Turn-o-Graph was created in 1955 in order to present to Air Force personnel returning from combat missions. In this case, the bezel itself rotates allowing for the measurement of time in intervals of up to sixty minutes. The relationship of this model to the Air Force led to the nickname “Thunderbirds” in reference to the model and it’s reported that Chuck Yeager wore the watch when he broke the sound barrier.
There’s more to a bezel than meets the eye, much as there’s more to a Rolex that meets the eye. It’s another example of the attention to detail that makes this Rolex a remarkable product and more than just a luxury.

Any thoughts? Share your comments and photos below!

[OrangeSport]

I use mine to time the time from feeding to walking my dog

[bertlevi]

Originally Posted by OrangeSport

I use mine to time the time from feeding to walking my dog

I personally need to be more conscious of having it available to me and get actual use out of it. I appreciate your comment :)


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[Roger Lococco]

Actually a very interesting topic to me. I view the Rolex bezels as a major differentiator - specifically, the ceramic ones. For me, they make a huge difference in the aesthetics of the watch. In addition, they are scratch proof and to some degree protect the case from being marred.

By comparison, I had a high end watch that I absolutely loved except for the bezel ... and ultimately sold it because the bezel bothered me that much.

[OrangeSport]

Originally Posted by bertlevi

I personally need to be more conscious of having it available to me and get actual use out of it. I appreciate your comment :)


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I don’t really understand your comment, but as I said I do use mine

[beshannon]

It holds the crystal in place

[FloydRedford]

I love that Turn-O-Graph! Just wish they released a bigger size variation:(

[bertlevi]

Originally Posted by FloydRedford

I love that Turn-O-Graph! Just wish they released a bigger size variation:(

Hopefully one day they will


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[AF_Rob]

I use the dive bezel daily. As a consequence, I mainly wear dive watches. Bezel action will make me love or hate a watch. Love that my BB58 is a 60 click, rather than 120.


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[bertlevi]

Originally Posted by AF_Rob

I use the dive bezel daily. As a consequence, I mainly wear dive watches. Bezel action will make me love or hate a watch. Love that my BB58 is a 60 click, rather than 120.


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I’m not as familiar with the Tudor as I am with Rolex. Is it vintage? Would love to see a photo of it if you’d like to share


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[AF_Rob]

Originally Posted by bertlevi

I’m not as familiar with the Tudor as I am with Rolex. Is it vintage? Would love to see a photo of it if you’d like to share


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Modern with vintage inspiration.



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[bertlevi]

Originally Posted by AF_Rob

Modern with vintage inspiration.



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Thanks for the photo. Looks great is it 40mm?


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[AF_Rob]

Originally Posted by bertlevi

Thanks for the photo. Looks great is it 40mm?


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Just under at 39mm. Wears like a 5 digit sports Rolex.


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[brandrea]

On GMT’s, Divers, and chronographs it’s part of the time keeping function.

[S7gpt]

use mine to time running the bath, must think of other uses...

[Filipão]

Why are you shouting, OP?