Founders

The history of Rolex is inextricably linked to the ambitious spirit of its founder, Hans Wilsdorf
In 1905, at the age of 24,He founded a specialist watch distribution company in London
He had a vision of a watch in his mind that was being worn on his wrist.
Hans Wilsdorf was a visionary who foresaw a century of change.

In 1905, at the young age of 24, Wilsdorf founded his specialist watch distribution company in London, laying the groundwork for what would become one of the most iconic luxury watch brands in the world.