Rolex Unveils the Land-Dweller: Highlights from Watches and Wonders 2025

Rolex has just unleashed jaw-dropping creations at Watches and Wonders 2025, being held in Geneva. GMT India examines the masterpieces up close.

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The Land-Dweller

Participating in the biggest exhibition in the world of horology, Rolex has launched one of its much-awaited timepieces: the Oyster Perpetual Land-Dweller. Offered in two sizes, 36 mm and 40 mm, this contemporary watch is paired with a brand-new metal bracelet ― the Flat Jubilee ― which features three narrower links in the centre flanked by two broader ones at the edges.

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At the heart of the Land-Dweller beats the all new calibre 7135, a movement that stands out for its frequency of 5 Hz and power reserve of 66 hours. Underlying this performance are a regulating system composed of an innovative escapement ― the Dynapulse ― and a state-of-the-art oscillator. The new escapement significantly enhances the way in which the energy delivered by the barrel is transmitted to the oscillator.

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Honeycomb Motif 

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Resolutely bold and forward-looking, the Land-Dweller 40 comes with a fluted bezel and an intense white dial with a honeycomb motif. The second variant, Land-Dweller 36, is fashioned in 18 ct Everose gold. Its dial is identical to that of the first, but it is set with 10 baguette-cut diamond hour markers and surrounded by a bezel bedecked with 44 trapeze-cut diamonds. Crafted from 950 Platinum, the third version is a Land-Dweller 40 with a fluted bezel and a dial in ice blue, which is also adorned with a honeycomb motif. The bracelet and the case showcase polished, satin finishings.

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Exclusive Display

The exclusive display elements on the Land-Dwellers include 6 and 9 numerals that open at their centre. This new design is the outcome of an innovative manufacturing process for which a patent application was filed; it has used a substance harder than the one typically deployed by Rolex.

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The numerals marking the hours and minutes are coated with the same luminescent material as the one on the 6 and 9 numerals. The seconds hand features a counterweight shaped like the cells of the honeycomb motif. 

Each Land-Dweller’s dial is framed by an angled flange whose pad-printed minute track is graduated to the half-second. The flange is in the same colour as the dial, the intense white version having a fine satin finish and the ice blue variant a circular satin finish. Additionally the curved, polished sides of the new Oyster case are chamfered. The water resistance is measured at 100 metres.

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Perpetual GMT-Master II

The latest Rolex GMT-Master II introduces a groundbreaking high-technology ceramic dial ― this is the first time the brand has used Cerachrom for a dial. The green Cerachrom dial matches the lower half of the two-tone green-and-black bezel insert, balancing the watch’s distinctive aesthetic. The bidirectional rotatable bezel allows for seamless tracking of multiple time zones.

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Powering this timepiece is the calibre 3285, a movement that supports hour, minute, and second hands, a triangle-tipped 24-hour hand, and a date display synchronised with local time. The power reserve of this movement extends to approximately 70 hours. Designed for global travellers, this movement enables tracking of two time zones simultaneously, and offers the brand’s signature qualities of precision and durability.

The watch features a 40 mm Oyster case, crafted from a solid block of 18 ct white gold, ensuring water resistance of up to 100 metres (330 feet). The Triplock winding crown provides additional waterproofing and security. The caseback is hermetically screwed down, accessible only with a special Rolex tool.

Furthermore, this model is mounted on an Oyster bracelet with an Oysterlock safety clasp for a secure fit. The left-side crown placement marks another notable design evolution, reinforcing Rolex’s commitment to functional and innovative horology.

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The Oyster Perpetual

At the ongoing watch gala, Rolex has also introduced a refined Oyster Perpetual range, featuring lacquered dials in lavender (Oyster Perpetual 28), beige (Oyster Perpetual 36), and pistachio (Oyster Perpetual 41), with a unique matte finish, a first in the brand’s collection.

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The movements vary across models: the Oyster Perpetual 28 is powered by calibre 2232, offering a 55-hour power reserve; and the Oyster Perpetual 36 and 41 house calibre 3230, delivering approximately 70 hours. Both movements ensure precise timekeeping with hours, minutes, and seconds functions.

The Oyster case, available in 28 mm, 36 mm and 41 mm sizes, is crafted from a solid block of Oystersteel, ensuring water resistance of up to 100 metres (330 feet). It features a domed, polished bezel, a Twinlock winding crown with a double waterproofness system, and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating.

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Rolex has further refined the Oyster Perpetual 41 with a redesigned case and a slimmer Oysterclasp, enhancing proportions and comfort. The Oystersteel bracelet includes an Easylink extension, allowing a 5 mm adjustment for a better fit.

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The 1908

The Rolex Perpetual 1908 introduces several innovations, including the Settimo bracelet, an entirely new design made of seven rows of polished small links, offering a refined, jewellery-inspired aesthetic. This exclusive bracelet, designed for comfort and elegance, features a concealed Crownclasp for seamless integration.

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At the heart of the 1908 is the calibre 7140, a self-winding mechanical movement that powers the small seconds, hours, and minutes functions while offering a 66-hour power reserve. It features cutting-edge components like the Chronergy escapement, which enhances energy efficiency and magnetic resistance, and the Syloxi hairspring, ensuring precision in any position. The movement also includes Paraflex shock absorbers, improving durability; a yellow gold cut-out oscillating weight is visible through the transparent caseback.

The 39 mm case, crafted from 18 ct yellow gold, is water-resistant for up to 50 metres (165 feet). It features a split bezel, with the lower part showcasing Rolex’s signature fluting and the upper part appearing domed. The intense white dial displays Arabic numerals at 3, 9, and 12 o’clock, faceted hour markers, and elegant hands that include a Breguet-style hour hand and a sword-shaped minute hand. The domed sapphire crystal and the transparent caseback are scratch-resistant and anti-reflective, enhancing both readability and movement visibility.

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The Oyster Perpetual Datejust 31

Next up is the stunning Oyster Perpetual Datejust 31 in 18 ct yellow gold, featuring a red ombré dial — the first of its kind since the brand reintroduced the ombré design in 2019. The PVD-finished dial displays a concentric gradient, transitioning from a vibrant red centre to a deep black edge; it is further elevated with 10 diamond-set hour markers. Complementing this striking dial, the bezel is adorned with 46 brilliant-cut diamonds, adding to the watch’s luxurious appeal.

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Powering the Datejust 31 is the calibre 2236, a high-precision self-winding movement that supports hours, minutes, seconds, and date functions. This movement offers a power reserve of approximately 55 hours, ensuring reliable performance.

The 31 mm Oyster case, crafted from a solid block of 18 ct yellow gold, is water-resistant for up to 100 metres (330 feet). Its Twinlock winding crown, fitted with a double waterproof system, ensures protection, while the hermetically screwed-down caseback enhances durability. The watch also features a Cyclops lens at 3 o’clock, integrated into the scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating, ensuring clear readability.

Paired with a President bracelet, complete with a concealed Crownclasp, this Datejust 31 exemplifies Rolex’s blend of innovation, craftsmanship, and elegance.

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New Dials for Daytona, GMT-Master II & Sky-Dweller 

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This year, Rolex is also unveiling flamboyant new watch faces on three of its iconic models renowned for their technical sophistication and emblematic design. 

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The Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona, crafted in 18 ct yellow gold, features a striking turquoise blue lacquer dial with black subdials. It is powered by calibre 4131, a self-winding mechanical movement designed for precision timekeeping and chronograph functionality. The watch has a black Cerachrom bezel with a tachymetric scale, and is paired with a patented Oysterflex bracelet, enhanced with the Glidelock extension system for adjustability.

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The Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II in 18 ct Everose gold debuts a tiger iron dial, a natural stone combining tiger’s eye, red jasper, and hematite. It runs on calibre 3285, offering dual time zones and a date function. Its brown and black Cerachrom bezel rotates bidirectionally, and it is mounted on a robust Oyster bracelet with an Easylink extension link.

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The Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller in 18 ct yellow gold features a sunray-finished bright green dial and a fluted bezel. Driven by calibre 9002, it offers an annual calendar and dual time zones. Its Jubilee bracelet, fitted with an Oysterclasp, ensures both elegance and comfort.

All three models are water-resistant for up to 100 metres, incorporating the patented Chronergy escapement for enhanced efficiency and reliability.

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