Though it’s been an integral part of Rolex’s collection since the early 20th replica rolex cellini watches century, the Cellini remains a little-known gem. This quintessential dress watch, designed by a brand best known for its sporty and ‘tool’ watches, is often ignored even by enthusiasts. But with its clear, uncomplicated and elegant appearance, we would argue the Rolex Cellini warrants closer attention.
While the names of other Rolexes such as the Submariner or the Explorer indicate their suitability for physical pursuits, the Rolex Cellini, a pure dress watch, was instead named for Benvenuto Cellini, a prominent artist and adventurer during the Italian Renaissance. A man of many talents, Cellini served as goldsmith and sculptor to popes and royalty, so it’s apt that the watch which bears his name has found significant popularity in the arts world—one notable Rolex Cellini wearer is Gustavo Dudamel, music director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic (and conductor for the opening titles of Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens).
The Rolex Cellini is thought to be the first ever watch produced in large quantities to be awarded chronometric certification. Tasteful and discreet, the aesthetics of the Cellini watch align with the legendary Golden Ratio, which was also featured prominently in the works of Michelangelo, one of Benvenuto Cellini’s contemporaries and a fellow Renaissance Man. replica rolex watches A 32mm, slimline case houses hand-wound mechanical movements, and with an insistence on clarity, the face usually displays simply the time and no date—most Cellinis don’t even feature a second hand. Positioned in the market as the Rolex ‘Tuxedo watch,’ the Cellini probably wouldn’t be a good fit for James Bond, as it’s not certified waterproof, though anecdotal evidence suggests you might get away with it up to 30m (but don’t hold us to that).