Rolex watches are the top Swiss luxury watch manufacturer and are a world renowned status symbol of prestige, class and innovation. Rolex designed some of the first Quartz watches, sold the first self-winding watch to the public in 1931 and was paramount in the development of both undersea and military watches. It's no surprise that James Bond wore a Rolex Oyster Perpetual! People looking to buy Rolex watches almost have to use top secret knowledge to find them, especially with so many fake Rolex watches out there.

According to Rolex.com, there are only three places in North America that sell official Rolex watches -- New York City (Rolex Watches USA @ 665 Fifth Avenue), Toronto (Rolex Dealer Ltd @ 50 St Clair Ave) and Mexico City (Rolex de Mexico @ Paseo de la Reforma #300.) Additional authorized retailers may be found by calling 1-800-367-6539.

In Europe, there are official affiliates in Paris, Geneva, Brussels, Cologne, Milan, Athens and Madrid. It's no surprise then, that many people choose to buy Rolex watches while away on vacation. Rolex service guides are generally distributed with the purchase but it's recommended to send watches to the nearest authorized affiliate.

Of course there will always be people who over-extend their budget and can't afford their purchases after all -- or perhaps deceased owners leave their family members to sell their used Rolex. Needless to say, there is a huge market of dealers who buy Rolex watches and resell them to the general public. Exercise caution when shopping and understand that if it seems "too good to be true," it probably is.

A and E Watches is one site that claims to sell them with certified papers and warranties. The general cost can range from $3,500 to $25,000. Similarly, National Watches sells preowned Rolex watches that can range up to $25,000 for the Rolex Pearlmaster or 18-karat gold Rolex Presidential.

A Rolex is something that can last several lifetimes and so, they can be passed down from generation to generation. Rolex encapsulates quality craftsmanship and innovation in an exquisite piece of jewelry that will surely impress friends, family and business partners. Worn by countless Presidents and First Ladies, Navy Seals and Pilots, CEOs and Celebrities, Rolex has come to embody the luxury and quality of a high status existence. When you buy Rolex watches, you're not just indulging, but purchasing a glamorous reminder of all you've accomplished in life.

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