The Oyster, used during the historic conquest of Mount Everest, had already been put to the test by mountaineers on the Himalayas, earning a reputation for reliability in the harshest conditions.
Rolex watches are symbols of excellence, performance and prestige. Throughout its history, Rolex has pioneered the development of the wristwatch for the modern era.
The company is at the origin of landmark innovations in watchmaking, including the first waterproof wristwatch, the Oyster, and the Perpetual rotor self-winding mechanism.
Today, Rolex is also actively involved in supporting the arts, exploration, sports and the environment through sponsoring and philanthropic programmes.
Rolex enjoys an unrivalled reputation throughout the world for quality and precision in luxury watchmaking.