How to Wear a Submariner
The Rolex Submariner is a watch of superior craftsmanship and aesthetic design. Depending upon the materials and the model you choose, the Submariner ranges in price from $5,000 to $30,000. The clean and functional design allows you to wear the Submariner with both formal and casual clothes. With care and maintence, your Rolex Submariner can outlast you. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Yacht Club
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Fasten your Submariner to either wrist. Some people choose to wear a watch on their non-dominant hand, so that performing tasks does not interfere with wearing your watch.
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Wear a pair of clean and neatly pressed khakis for a preppy, sailing look. You can also choose a pair of linen slacks.
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Pair a pressed top with your bottoms. For the seafaring, yacht club look that the Submariner evokes, choose a polo style knit shirt without flashy labels, or a loose but well-made white button-down shirt worn untucked with open collars and sleeves to show off a good tan.
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Wear a pair of clean boat shoes, such as Sperrys, to complete your look. Hand-made leather sandals are another classic option.
Bond, James Bond
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Choose a classic tuxedo with formal accessories to wear with your Submariner. The watch is a symbol of the dashing Bond and his style.
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Match a dark pair of slacks with a navy blue cardigan, light blue shirt, and a black tie tucked into the cardigan to pull off actor Daniel Craig's look when he played James Bond.
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Choose a black, snug-fitting ribbed turtleneck sweater paired with black trousers to evoke a famous Roger Moore scene that highlights his Rolex Submariner.
Care
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Do not worry about avoiding water while wearing your Submariner. The watch is built to withstand water up to 1,000 feet in the ocean.
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Take your Submariner to a certified Rolex craftsman for service. The famous Rolex Oyster case is accessible with special instruments. The Submariner is built tough, but can be damaged by jewelers who do not have the proper equipment or training.
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Avoid wearing your Submariner in the pool. Chlorine can cause damage to gold. Avoid allowing your sterling silver Submariner to come in contact with perfumes, makeup or hairspray.
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Service your Rolex every three to five years, as recommended by the watch makers. Every part of the watch is inspected and replaced or repaired as needed. The watch movement is cleaned and checked for accuracy. Even the band and case are polished.
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Tips & Warnings
Look for photos of celebrities wearing Submariners. Most have stylists who are paid to create a look, so if you admire someone's outfit, you can easily create a similar look to wear with your Submariner.
Remove your Submariner if you will be coming into contact with chemicals or detergents.
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