Your bezel is a fundamental aesthetic feature of a Rolex watch. Besides making the piece more waterproof and measuring elapsed time in certain sports models, it also adds an element of sophistication to the watch's appearance. The bezel is a key visual attribute of a Rolex. In addition to enhancing the watch’s water resistance and measuring elapsed time in specific models, it contributes a touch of elegance to the overall design. A Rolex offers various bezel options across its different models.
There are two broad categories of bezels: plain bezels and jeweled bezels.
Plain Bezels:
This category includes most versions that aren't set with gemstones or precious stones. Some of the most well-known variants include:
1. Polished Bezel
2. Fluted Bezel
3. Domed Bezel
4. Matte Finished Bezel
5. Engine-turned Bezel
6. Bezel engraved with Tachymeter (Logarithmic) Scale found on Rolex Cosmograph Daytona models
7. Bezel marked with 24-hour numerals found on Rolex GMT-Master and Explorer II models
8. Elapsed Time Bezel found on Rolex Submariner and Sea-Dweller models
9. Turn-O-Graph Bezel found on Turn-O-Graph Datejust models
Rolex offers a variety of choices in jeweled bezels across several of its renowned models. If you enjoy jewelry and want to flaunt a stunning wristwatch, a bezel set with gemstones or precious stones might be an excellent choice. However, these options are available only in 18k gold and platinum variations. This means that if you're looking for a steel bezel in steel models, you probably won't find one in the pre-owned market. However, steel Rolex watches with a gemstone bezel are readily available.
We believe we can provide you with the information you're searching for regarding each type, style, and jewelry option. Some of the unique gemstone bezels offered by Rolex include:
1. Bezels set with 40 full-cut diamonds available in some Ladies' Oyster Perpetual Datejust models
2. 18k yellow or white gold bezels set with 40 full-cut diamonds in some Ladies' Datejust models
3. Platinum-18k white gold bezels set with 44 full-cut gems in most men's Oyster Perpetual Day-Date models
4. 18k gold bezels set with 46 full-cut gems in some men's Oysterquartz Day-Date models
5. 18k yellow gold bezels set with 46 diamonds and 4 baguette rubies in some 36mm Oyster Perpetual Day-Date models
6. Gemstone bezels set with 40 full-cut diamonds in most 39mm Oyster Perpetual Day-Date models
7. 18k gold bezels set with 32 diamonds and 4 baguette emeralds/sapphires in some Ladies' Day-Date models
8. 18k yellow gold/white gold bezels set with 32 full-cut diamonds in many Ladies' Datejust models
9. 18k yellow gold bezels set with diamonds and sapphires in men's GMT-Master II models