![Wind behind its sails: Rolex zealously guards its trademark. Seen here: Rolex's Yacht-Master Regatta watch. Image credit: Rolex](https://cache.luxurydaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Rolex-Yacht-Master-The-Regatta-Watch.png)
Rolex lawsuit highlights importance of dilution claim
Posted By a Luxury Daily columnist On In Columns,Featured,Industry sectors,Jewelry,Legal and privacy,Opinion | No Comments![Wind behind its sails: Rolex zealously guards its trademark. Seen here: Rolex's Yacht-Master Regatta watch. Image credit: Rolex](https://cache.luxurydaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Rolex-Yacht-Master-The-Regatta-Watch.png)
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