Rolex debuted several new watches at Watches and Wonders Geneva held during April 1st – 7th, 2025. This is Part 2 of our Rolex coverage. Part 1 is devoted to the phenomenal new Land-Dweller collection.
Key Features
GMT-Master II
The GMT-Master II features Rolex’s first ceramic dial. 
“This new version of the GMT-Master II unveils Rolex’s very first ceramic dial. A pioneer in high-technology ceramics, the brand has developed exclusive and innovative manufacturing methods. Not only are these materials virtually scratchproof, but their colours are also of a rare intensity. The Cerachrom dial is made from the same ceramic as the bezel insert, creating a unique visual harmony.”
Dial: Green ceramic dial with a “highly legible Chromalight display with long-lasting blue luminescence.”
Functions: Central hours, minutes, and seconds. Stop seconds function. Instantaneous date at 3 o’clock. 24-hour display via the bezel. “Second time zone with independent rapid-setting of the hour hand.”
Movement: Powered by Manufacture Rolex calibre 3285, an automatic movement with a bidirectional winding rotor. It features a Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring, and high-performance Paraflex shock absorbers. Accuracy: -2 / +2 seconds / day after casing. Power reserve: 70 hours (approximately).
Case diameter: 40 mm. Made from 18K white gold. Monobloc middle case, with a screw-down case back, and a screw-down winding crown that features a Triplock triple waterproofness system. Unidirectional 24-hour graduated bezel in green and black in Cerachrom. Dial side features a scratch resistant sapphire crystal with a Cyclops lens above the date. Water resistant up to 100 metres. Oyster bracelet made from 18K white gold which features a “folding Oysterlock safety clasp with Easylink 5 mm comfort extension link.”
Reference 126729VTNR
Oyster Perpetual 28 / Oyster Perpetual 41 / Oyster Perpetual 36
Three new dial colours join the Oyster Perpetual lineup. 
“The lavender dial is unveiled on the Oyster Perpetual 28 and the beige dial on the Oyster Perpetual 36. As for the pistachio dial, it is presented on the Oyster Perpetual 41, a model whose proportions have been subtly revised, with a redesigned case and a slimmer Oysterclasp.The delicacy of the new dial colours offered in the range and the fluid lines of the new Oyster Perpetual 41 reaffirm the original promise of the Oyster: that of a simple, reliable, and robust watch, capable of fitting any wrist. A timepiece whose infinite variety of faces is constantly creating new possibilities.”
Oyster Perpetual 28
Dial: Lavendar with a “highly legible Chromalight display with long-lasting blue luminescence.”
Functions: Central hours, minutes, and seconds. Stop seconds function.
Movement: Powered by Manufacture Rolex calibre 2232, an automatic movement with a bidirectional winding rotor. It features a Syloxi hairspring in silicon with patented geometry, and high-performance Paraflex shock absorbers. Accuracy: -2 / +2 seconds / day after casing. Power reserve: 55 hours (approximately).
Case diameter: 28 mm. Made from Oystersteel. Monobloc middle case, with a screw-down case back, and a screw-down winding crown that features a Twinlock double waterproofness system. Domed bezel. Dial side features a scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Water resistant up to 100 metres. Oyster bracelet made from Oystersteel which features a “folding Oysterclasp safety clasp with Easylink 5 mm comfort extension link.”
Reference 276200
Oyster Perpetual 41
Dial: Pistachio with a “highly legible Chromalight display with long-lasting blue luminescence.”
Functions: Central hours, minutes, and seconds. Stop seconds function.
Movement: Powered by Manufacture Rolex calibre 3230, an automatic movement with a bidirectional winding rotor. It features a Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring and high-performance Paraflex shock absorbers. Accuracy: -2 / +2 seconds / day after casing. Power reserve: 70 hours (approximately). 
Case diameter: 41 mm. Made from Oystersteel. Monobloc middle case, with a screw-down case back, and a screw-down winding crown that features a Twinlock double waterproofness system. Domed bezel. Dial side features a scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Water resistant up to 100 metres. Oyster bracelet made from Oystersteel which features a “folding Oysterclasp safety clasp with Easylink 5 mm comfort extension link.”
Reference 134300
Oyster Perpetual 36
Dial: Beige with a “highly legible Chromalight display with long-lasting blue luminescence.”
Functions: Central hours, minutes, and seconds. Stop seconds function. 
Movement: Powered by Manufacture Rolex calibre 3230, an automatic movement with a bidirectional winding rotor. It features a Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring and high-performance Paraflex shock absorbers. Accuracy: -2 / +2 seconds / day after casing. Power reserve: 70 hours (approximately).
Case diameter: 36 mm. Made from Oystersteel. Monobloc middle case, with a screw-down case back, and a screw-down winding crown that features a Twinlock double waterproofness system. Domed bezel. Dial side features a scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Water resistant up to 100 metres. Oyster bracelet made from Oystersteel which features a “folding Oysterclasp safety clasp with Easylink 5 mm comfort extension link.”
Reference 126000
1908
The 1908 in 18K yellow gold is available with a 18K yellow gold Settimo bracelet. 
“Completely new and composed of very small links, the Settimo bracelet is the first metal bracelet dedicated to the 1908. Its meticulous construction and refined links, entirely polished and slightly domed, create an incomparable array of reflections. Its innovative case attachment system, for which a patent has been filed, is discreet, compact, and robust.Fitted with a concealed Crownclasp, the Settimo bracelet presents a harmonious design reminiscent of the jewellery-inspired bracelets on certain vintage watches. It therefore perpetuates the original spirit of the 1908, conceived as a tribute to watchmaking tradition.”
Dial: Intense white.
Functions: Central hours and minutes. Small seconds at 6 o’clock. Stop seconds function.
Movement: Powered by Manufacture Rolex calibre 7140, an automatic movement with a bidirectional winding rotor. It features a Syloxi hairspring in silicon with patented geometry, and high-performance Paraflex shock absorbers. Accuracy: -2 / +2 seconds / day after casing. Power reserve: 66 hours (approximately). 
Case diameter: 39 mm. Made from 18K yellow gold with a polished finish. Domed and fluted bezel. Dial side features a scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Caseback features a domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating. Crown at 3 o’clock is domed. Water resistant up to 50 metres. 
Settimo bracelet: Made from 18K yellow gold, it features seven-piece solid links and a concealed folding Crownclasp.
Reference 52508
Our Thoughts
The GMT-Master II and Oyster Perpetual are foundation collections in Rolex’s catalogue and hugely sought after. These new models enhance the range of their respective collections. The relatively new 1908 is Rolex’s interpretation of a dress watch. The new Settimo bracelet in 18K yellow gold is a gorgeous addition to the 1908 collection. Nice to see yellow gold with its vintage vibes making a strong comeback, especially from Rolex. Stay tuned for Part 3, our final coverage on Rolex at Watches and Wonders.
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