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2026 marks 100 years of Rolex’s iconic Oyster case, and the brand has marked this significant milestone with new releases at the Watches and Wonders fair in Geneva. These include Oyster Perpetual 41, 36, and 34 models, a new Datejust, Yacht-Master II, Day-Date, and Cosmograph Daytona in a new Rolesium configuration. Besides the timepieces, Rolex has also strengthened its Superlative Chronometer certification with new testing criteria for its robust watches.
Oyster Perpetual 41
The new Oyster Perpetual 41 pays tribute to 100 years of the Oyster. Presented in a reinterpreted yellow Rolesor configuration, the watch combines Oystersteel with yellow gold elements on the bezel and crown, inspired by the early Oyster models. The slate dial features distinctive centenary details, including a “100 years” inscription at 6 o’clock in place of the traditional “Swiss Made”, along with green accents on the minute track and logo. Powering the watch is the calibre 3230, which drives the centre hours, minutes, seconds, and stop-seconds functionality, with an autonomy of approximately 70 hours.
Oyster Perpetual 36
The Oyster Perpetual range is further expanded with a new Oyster Perpetual 36, which introduces a multicoloured lacquer dial featuring a reinterpretation of the Jubilee motif. The colourful design incorporates the letters of “Rolex” in ten vibrant shades applied sequentially. Like the Oyster Perpetual 41, it is driven by the calibre 3230.
Oyster Perpetual 28 and 34
The Oyster Perpetual 28 and Oyster Perpetual 34 are the brand’s first timepieces with fully satin-finished cases and bracelets in precious metals. The 28 mm model is crafted in 18K yellow gold with a green stone lacquer dial and heliotrope stone hour markers at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock, featuring green hues; while the 34 mm version uses 18K Everose gold with a blue stone lacquer dial and dumortierite hour markers with blue hues. Both are powered by the calibre 2232, delivering a 55-hour power reserve.
Datejust 41
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Beyond the Oyster Perpetual line, Rolex has introduced a new Datejust 41 in white Rolesor, distinguished by a green lacquer ombré dial – its first fully lacquered ombré dial since the style’s return in 2019. The model is equipped with the calibre 3235, featuring instantaneous date change and a 70-hour power reserve.
Yacht-Master II
After being discontinued in 2024, the Yacht-Master II has returned in a re-engineered form. The regatta chronograph now features improved legibility, with the countdown scale moved to the flange and a redesigned display. Its countdown programming mechanism, accessed via a lower pusher, with mechanical memory and on-the-fly synchronisation, has been entirely redeveloped and is powered by the new calibre 4162. Notably, the countdown hands rotate counter-clockwise – a first for Rolex – and the movement offers a 72-hour power reserve. The model is available in Oystersteel and 18K yellow gold, with blue bezel and dial accents.
Day-Date 40
The Day-Date 40 also receives a notable update with the introduction of a new proprietary in-house alloy, Jubilee Gold. The watch is paired with a dial crafted from light green aventurine and set with ten baguette-cut diamonds. Driving it is the calibre 3255, maintaining Rolex’s hallmark day-date display and 70-hour power reserve.
Cosmograph Daytona
The new Cosmograph Daytona also steals the spotlight with its new material configuration. The watch is crafted in Rolesium, a combination of Oystersteel with platinum elements on the bezel edging and case back ring. The bezel is anthracite Cerachrom, made from a patented ceramic material enhanced with tungsten carbide, alongside a white grand feu enamel dial applied on a ceramic base. The transparent caseback reveals the calibre 4131, with a 72-hour power reserve.
Superlative Chronometer Certification
Apart from the novelties, Rolex has also advanced its in-house Superlative Chronometer certification, with new criteria for magnetism resistance, reliability, and sustainability. These additions complement existing standards for precision, waterproofness, self-winding efficiency, and autonomy, with all tests conducted on fully assembled watches and verified by independent Swiss entities. All Rolex watches will be accompanied by the green seal, which denotes their Superlative Chronometer status, coupled with an international five-year guarantee.
Images Courtesy Rolex
2026 marks 100 years of Rolex’s iconic Oyster case, and the brand has marked this significant milestone with new releases at the Watches and Wonders fair in Geneva. These include Oyster Perpetual 41, 36, and 34 models, a new Datejust, Yacht-Master II, Day-Date, and Cosmograph Daytona in a new Rolesium configuration. Besides the timepieces, Rolex has also strengthened its Superlative Chronometer certification with new testing criteria for its robust watches.
Oyster Perpetual 41
The new Oyster Perpetual 41 pays tribute to 100 years of the Oyster. Presented in a reinterpreted yellow Rolesor configuration, the watch combines Oystersteel with yellow gold elements on the bezel and crown, inspired by the early Oyster models. The slate dial features distinctive centenary details, including a “100 years” inscription at 6 o’clock in place of the traditional “Swiss Made”, along with green accents on the minute track and logo. Powering the watch is the calibre 3230, which drives the centre hours, minutes, seconds, and stop-seconds functionality, with an autonomy of approximately 70 hours.
Oyster Perpetual 36
The Oyster Perpetual range is further expanded with a new Oyster Perpetual 36, which introduces a multicoloured lacquer dial featuring a reinterpretation of the Jubilee motif. The colourful design incorporates the letters of “Rolex” in ten vibrant shades applied sequentially. Like the Oyster Perpetual 41, it is driven by the calibre 3230.
Oyster Perpetual 28 and 34
The Oyster Perpetual 28 and Oyster Perpetual 34 are the brand’s first timepieces with fully satin-finished cases and bracelets in precious metals. The 28 mm model is crafted in 18K yellow gold with a green stone lacquer dial and heliotrope stone hour markers at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock, featuring green hues; while the 34 mm version uses 18K Everose gold with a blue stone lacquer dial and dumortierite hour markers with blue hues. Both are powered by the calibre 2232, delivering a 55-hour power reserve.
Datejust 41
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Beyond the Oyster Perpetual line, Rolex has introduced a new Datejust 41 in white Rolesor, distinguished by a green lacquer ombré dial – its first fully lacquered ombré dial since the style’s return in 2019. The model is equipped with the calibre 3235, featuring instantaneous date change and a 70-hour power reserve.
Yacht-Master II
After being discontinued in 2024, the Yacht-Master II has returned in a re-engineered form. The regatta chronograph now features improved legibility, with the countdown scale moved to the flange and a redesigned display. Its countdown programming mechanism, accessed via a lower pusher, with mechanical memory and on-the-fly synchronisation, has been entirely redeveloped and is powered by the new calibre 4162. Notably, the countdown hands rotate counter-clockwise – a first for Rolex – and the movement offers a 72-hour power reserve. The model is available in Oystersteel and 18K yellow gold, with blue bezel and dial accents.
Day-Date 40
The Day-Date 40 also receives a notable update with the introduction of a new proprietary in-house alloy, Jubilee Gold. The watch is paired with a dial crafted from light green aventurine and set with ten baguette-cut diamonds. Driving it is the calibre 3255, maintaining Rolex’s hallmark day-date display and 70-hour power reserve.
Cosmograph Daytona
The new Cosmograph Daytona also steals the spotlight with its new material configuration. The watch is crafted in Rolesium, a combination of Oystersteel with platinum elements on the bezel edging and case back ring. The bezel is anthracite Cerachrom, made from a patented ceramic material enhanced with tungsten carbide, alongside a white grand feu enamel dial applied on a ceramic base. The transparent caseback reveals the calibre 4131, with a 72-hour power reserve.
Superlative Chronometer Certification
Apart from the novelties, Rolex has also advanced its in-house Superlative Chronometer certification, with new criteria for magnetism resistance, reliability, and sustainability. These additions complement existing standards for precision, waterproofness, self-winding efficiency, and autonomy, with all tests conducted on fully assembled watches and verified by independent Swiss entities. All Rolex watches will be accompanied by the green seal, which denotes their Superlative Chronometer status, coupled with an international five-year guarantee.
Images Courtesy Rolex
