Since 1985, all Rolex timepieces have been manufactured of this metal. The majority of steel watches are made of 316L stainless steel, which is a type of stainless steel. Rolex refers to its alloy as a “corrosion-resistant superalloy,” and corrosion is an issue with stainless steel watches. The reason for this is that the watch is linked to the wrist, and moisture and other corrosive elements, such as salt water, can cause the watch to rust and corrode. ¹⁾

Rolex watches are rigorously designed and assembled to ensure that they satisfy the high standards that Rolex strives to maintain. Almost everything for Rolex watches is created in-house. The most difficult and time-consuming step is for a watchmaker to assemble the complex movements that are housed inside a Rolex watch. Finally, they are independently tested to ensure that they fulfill the rigorous standards. ²⁾