Key Takeaways
1. Rolex launched the Oyster Perpetual Land-Dweller collection with 10 references, featuring materials like Everose gold, platinum, and steel in 36 mm and 40 mm sizes.
2. The design is inspired by the 1970s Oysterquartz models, with a slimmer profile that is 20% thinner than the Datejust series and includes a unique barrel-shaped case.
3. The new dial features a honeycomb pattern, with variations in finish, and includes luminescent hands, a date window, and numerals inspired by the Explorer and Air-King.
4. The watch is powered by the new calibre 7135 high-frequency automatic movement, offering high accuracy and a power reserve of up to 66 hours.
5. The starting price for the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Land-Dweller is $13,900/£12,250/€15,350, and it is water-resistant up to 100 m (10 bar).
A Swiss luxury watch maker, Rolex, has unveiled a new collection called the Oyster Perpetual Land-Dweller during the Watches and Wonders event. This collection has a total of 10 references, featuring materials like Everose gold, platinum, and steel, available in sizes of 36 mm and 40 mm. The watch boasts an impressive 32 patent applications, with 18 specifically for this model and the other 16 related to its groundbreaking movement.
Design Overview
Talking about the design, the Rolex Land-Dweller takes inspiration from the Oysterquartz models of the 1970s, boasting a slimmer profile that is 20% thinner than the Datejust series. It showcases a 40 mm case that is barrel-shaped, available in Everose gold, platinum, or steel, and includes a twinlock crown located at the 3 o’clock mark. The case features a mix of brushed textures and polished edges along the sides.
Dial Features
Rolex has also rolled out a fresh dial design for the Land-Dweller, which includes a unique honeycomb pattern. The steel and gold models are adorned with a satin finish, while the Platinum version presents an ice-blue sunray dial. The honeycomb texture incorporates a date window at 3 o’clock and luminescent hands and hour markers glowing in a light blue shade. It also features numerals at 6 and 9, drawing inspiration from the Explorer and Air-King. The dial is framed by a fluted bezel, made of white gold for the steel model and matching gold or platinum for the other two variants.
Movement and Bracelet
At the core of the Land-Dweller is Rolex’s new calibre 7135 high-frequency automatic movement, which operates at a frequency of 5 Hz (36,000 vph), contains 39 jewels, and provides a power reserve of up to 66 hours. Thanks to Rolex’s advanced Dynapulse escapement, the movement keeps time with an accuracy of -2/+2 seconds per day.
Additionally, the timepiece is equipped with a newly designed integrated Flat Jubilee bracelet, which features classic five-piece links with flat polished center links and a hidden folding Crownclasp. However, it does not include a micro-adjustment feature on the clasp. Moreover, the watch is water-resistant up to 100 m (10 bar), ensuring excellent protection for the timepiece.
The starting price for the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Land-Dweller is $13,900/£12,250/€15,350. More details about the Land-Dweller can be found on Rolex’s official website.
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