In the calendar of Horology, April is quite an important month. Watches and Wonders Geneva opens its doors to viewers. The function goes on for a week and it provides industry insiders and the public access to the latest creations of the best watchmakers in Switzerland. This time, 54 brands will be showcasing their timepieces and other goodies.
In the midst of them all, Rolex stands out tall. That’s right, the Swiss watchmaking giant is now using W&W for showcasing its annual reveal following the demise of Baselworld. The crown brought a mix i.e. some really good additions and models which are great but are retiring as they’ve been discontinued from its catalog.
Hence, let us have a look at those models of Rolex to look out for:
The Rolex GMT-Master II
The Rolex GMT-Master II is still part of the lineup. However, the Coke-bezeled model fans have been after for some time did not make an appearance, despite the model’s 70th anniversary. Rolex fans yet got a treat in the form of a well-stated timepiece. This watch is a companion for the Rolesor and gold timepieces are coming in with new black and grey backgrounds.
No doubt the model is discreet. It helps the GMT obtain the absence of the 20th century’s all-black lunette. This has proved to be quite a hit.
This Rolex model is for those who are modest and enjoy being subtle. These wearers are those who can only give the wall-to-wall monochrome a concession of two green flashes. One is the hour hand and the other is on the glossy black dial.
Like other steel bracelet models, this model has a choice of bracelets. The sporty three-link Oyster bracelet costs $10,700 while the more detailed five-link Jubilee costs $11,000.
Rolex Deepsea
The Internet is always full of predictions and speculations over what companies can bring customers in the form of products, services, amendments, and the like. This Rolex model is something no one saw coming.
The Rolex Deepsea has always been an extraordinary timepiece of Rolex. It is the biggest timepiece offered by the Swiss giant but also a very capable diving watch. A combination of modern-day materials, next-level engineering, and typical blunt force; the watch can be wearable while wearing a water resistance of 12,800 feet.
It is indeed a watch designed and developed for grueling environments. The natural evolution of Rolex’s natural tool models demonstrates that Rolex once led the way for real-world applications of robust watches. The Rolex Deepsea’s ancestors are watches used by some of the world’s most demanding professionals, especially those that are diving and swimming enthusiasts.
The watch is 44mm in diameter and is 17.7mm thick (which is massive), it does use a lot of gold. It weighs 320 grams and has some elements of titanium in it. Its price starts from $55,000. It also comes with a blue dial and bezel.
Rolex 1908
Rolex debuted the 1908 last year which replaced the Cellini. It is an elegant timepiece of 39mm fitting the category of dress watches with Calatrava-type hobnail bezels. The hour hands are Breguet-style moon-tip ones. It was a relatively underserved and undermarketed range.
Mostly the white and yellow gold models with either black or white dials are the ones in the spotlight. Now, Rolex has added a pair of exquisite platinum additions with ice blue faces reserved by Rolex for their special edition metal models.
The dials on this watch are unique. The previous models have a plain satin finish. The new ones have a gorgeous guilloche rice-grain-like pattern which lifts them to a whole new level. The effect is indeed stunning. The second sub-dial is graduated and swirling, which is also captivating.
The mechanism is in-house developed Cal. 7149 which provides the timepiece the much-needed powered. It provides 66 hours of autonomy and is superlative chronometer-rated.
The timepiece is available with a strap made of alligator skin, available in black and brown. The inside of the strip is lined with green calfskin and a platinum Dualclasp hook. The price starts from $32,700.
Conclusion
Each Rolex Dealer Dubai has its sights set on these models. They are indeed new and are worth their price. These models also have a new twist on their aesthetics and have also set themselves on course for the new age and era.
Rolex’s timepieces are beautiful, graceful, and timeless. They last longer than typical smartwatches and wristwatches. Apart from being made using the finest materials, they are also made using the best Swiss craftsmanship. Switzerland is a hub for some of the finest things the world has made be it Swiss Cheese, Swiss Chocolate, Swiss Pharmaceuticals, or Swiss Wristwatches.
