Short on time? If we could only wear one Rolex sports watch every day, it would be the Submariner 126610LN. The GMT-Master II Pepsi is a close second. Here's how five pieces from our safe rank for daily life: comfort, toughness and how many outfits they work with.
1. Submariner Date 126610LN
The default for a reason. 41mm, 300 metres of water resistance, a ceramic bezel that shrugs off scratches, and a Glidelock clasp you can adjust in seconds when your wrist swells in the heat. It goes with a suit and with swim shorts. See ours.
2. GMT-Master II 126710BLRO "Pepsi"
Just as tough, a little more colourful, and genuinely useful if you travel. On the Jubilee it's more comfortable than the Submariner's Oyster bracelet. It only ranks second because the colours make it slightly less of a chameleon. See ours.
3. Cosmograph Daytona 116500LN
Compact for a chronograph and very wearable, but with 100 metres of water resistance and pushers to look after, it's less of a "forget about it" watch than the two above. The black dial makes it the more understated choice. See ours.
4. GMT-Master II 126720VTNR "Sprite"
For left-handers, this jumps straight to number one: crown at 9 o'clock, no digging into the back of your hand. For right-handers it's great fun, but the crown placement takes some getting used to. See ours.
5. Yacht-Master 40 116655
The Oysterflex strap is one of the most comfortable things Rolex makes, especially in summer. It ranks fifth only because Everose gold is softer than steel and draws more attention. If you want a gold sports watch you can actually wear every day, this is it. See ours.
Final Thoughts
You can't really go wrong with any of these. Pick the one that matches how you live, then wear it without worrying. That's what they're built for.
