The Rolex watch has a rich history dating back to 1905 1905 Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis founded Wilsdorf & Davis in London, importing Swiss watches to the UK. 1908 Wilsdorf registered the "Rolex" brand name, which was easy to pronounce in many languages. 1910 Rolex became the first wristwatch to receive a Swiss Official Chronometer Certification. 1926 Rolex introduced the Oyster, the first waterproof watch. 1953 The Submariner, a dive watch, was launched. 1960 The Explorer, made famous by Mount Everest climber Sir Edmund Hillary, was introduced. 1970s Rolex expanded its product line and established itself as a luxury brand. Today, Rolex is a symbol of precision, reliability, and style