Rolex Calibers: Inside the Movements

foversta · 2008-11-16T03:08:38Z

Explore Rolex calibers 4130, 3186, 4030, and 750 up close. Foversta shares photos from a rare Rolex exhibition with watchmakers explaining movements.

Foversta's post offers a rare, intimate look into Rolex's mechanical artistry, capturing various calibers during an exclusive exhibition. This behind-the-scenes glimpse, facilitated by an authorized dealer, provides invaluable insight into the intricate movements that power Rolex timepieces. It highlights a unique communication approach from Rolex, allowing collectors to appreciate the technical prowess typically hidden within their robust cases.

I had the oppportunity yesterday to see a Rolex exhibition in the context of an event organized by an AD (Les Montres) at the Hotel Lutetia in Paris.

The interesting point is that 2 watchmakers were present with a selection of calibers.

Is it a new way for Rolex to communicate ? I don't know but we all appreciated a lot the comments & explanations from the watchmakers.

So here are the pics:

The watchmaker is working on a 4130:

The calibers:

Crowns, valve and pushers:

The 4130:

The 3186:

The 4030:

The 750 which is used in the Cellini pocket watch. It's a Frederic Piguet 151 also used by other brands like Daniel Roth.

Thanks a lot to the "Les Montres" and to Rolex for this presentation.

Fr.Xavier

This message has been edited by DrStrong on 2008-11-17 01:00:12

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The exhibition provided a rare opportunity to see Rolex calibers up close, with watchmakers present to offer explanations, a departure from Rolex's usual communication style.
The community expressed surprise and appreciation for Rolex's willingness to showcase their movements and engage directly with enthusiasts, hoping this signals a new communication policy.
The finishing of the Caliber 4130 was particularly noted for its quality, and the overall presentation of various movements in a display case was highly praised.
One contributor questioned why Rolex doesn't offer exhibition casebacks to allow owners to admire the calibers, sharing an image of a movement that could be displayed.
The event was seen as a positive step for Rolex, with hopes that they will continue to organize such educational presentations given the depth of their horological offerings.

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MTF

Nov 16, 2008

but there are photos to prove it. Big Green (Rolex) actually sent watchmakers to explain their products on the inside? [Gasp!] Maybe it is a new communication policy in times of recession? Regards, MTF This message has been edited by MTF on 2008-11-16 16:54:57

Chris Meisenzahl

Nov 17, 2008

various crown cutaways. ;-)

zossimov

Nov 25, 2008

Thanks FX for the pictures. I was very surprised to see that Rolex had begun communicating with its audience. Let's hope they will try this again...they have so many things to show us.

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