OYSTER PERPETUAL SUBMARINER

This is the first official history of the Rolex Submariner.

Published: 2024
Pages: 252
Language: English
Condition: Read only once.

Book introduction:
A book officially recognized by Rolex, comprehensively documenting the history of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner, has been born. This work is the first in a series that delves deep into the iconic brand's watches. "Oyster Perpetual Submariner: The Watch That Opened the Door to the Deep" was written by Nick Foulkes, author, editor, and watch expert, and published by Wallpaper, a world-renowned design authority. Wallpaper brought a sharp, cinematic perspective to the project, collaborating with Rolex to produce new original photographs. Furthermore, it features testimonials from prominent figures who have witnessed the Submariner's glorious 71-year history, including marine biologist Sylvia Earle, photographer David Doubilet, and aquanaut Joe MacInnis Hiroshi, highlighting the ongoing role of this iconic timepiece in the fields of marine exploration and environmental protection.

Table of Contents

Hans Wilsdorf's Vision P.16
A New Chapter in Watch History P.20
Realizing the Diver's Dream P.30
At the Heart of the Diving World P.42
Exploring the Silent World P.52
Perpetual Planet Initiative: Rolex Testimony Sylvia Earle P.60
A New Era of Deep-Sea Exploration P.66
The Day of the Aquanaut P.82
The Next Frontier P.94
Perpetual Planet Initiative: Rolex Testimony Joe MacInnis P.102
Under Pressure P.108
From Heiko to the Waterways P.114
Secret Agents, Famous Watches P.126
The Submariner on Screen P.144
An Unchanging Icon P.158
Perpetual Planet Initiative: Rolex Testimony David Doubilet P.180
The Last 20 Years P.186
Perpetual Planet Initiative: Families of Ocean Heroes P.212
Epilogue P.228
Evolution of the Submariner Icon P.236
Submariner Advertising Selections P.242
Endnotes P.248
Credits / Acknowledgments P.250