====== Oyster ======
{{wst>image_cr|Rolex|Submariner_Gruen|Rolex Submariner\\ with the typical Oyster case and Oyster bracelet}}

**Oyster** is a term for a waterproof watch [[case]] technology from [[Rolex]] and the associated [[bracelet]] design.

===== Overview =====
**Oyster** is the designation for the best known sports and luxury watch series from [[Rolex]]. The first Rolex "Oyster" was presented in [[1926]], as the world's first patented [[waterproof]] watch. Since then, nearly every model of Rolex watch has been called an "Oyster", since most feature various waterproofing features. Cases of this series are milled out ​​of solid [[stainless steel]]. All models have a screwed-down caseback and a [[screw-in crown]].

===== Oyster Bracelet =====
  *See Also [[Bracelet#Oyster]]

Rolex also uses the term "Oyster" for its three-link "Oyster [[bracelet]]". The special models such as the [[Rolex Submariner]], [[Rolex GMT-Master II]] or [[Rolex Explorer]] are equipped with this type of strap.


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