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Rolex unveils 2015 Basel Collection

 

Rolex is very much a brand that takes things at their own pace. They gradually refine their watches over the years, as when they design their watches to the very highest level in the first instance there is often very little left to improve afterwards. A change of colour or a different case size to suit the current trends but the core collections rarely need to change too much. With the release of the new Yacht-Master however, Rolex has made a bold statement. A watch that is instantly recognisable as a Rolex but that is wildly different from the Yacht-Masters that have gone before.
NEW YACHT-MASTER

The new Yacht-Master is a striking watch that features an 18ct Everose gold case in either 40mm or 37mm sizes, a black dial with red Yacht-Master text, a black ceramic Cerachrom bezel with raised numerals, sapphire crystal with Rolex’s famous cyclops date magnifier and an all new bracelet, the Oysterflex. The Oysterflex is a titanium and nickel alloy metal blade that is over moulded with a black elastomer material. It is as supple and comfortable as a high performance rubber strap but it is also much more durable and less susceptible to damage than standard rubber. The bracelet features a patented cushion system to stabilize the watch on the wrist and it is secured with an 18ct gold folding clasp.

Change and innovation whilst retaining the quality, style and functionality that have kept Rolex as the name to aspire to for over a century.

DAY-DATE 40

This new size Day-Date is a stunning iconic watch, available in platinum, white, rose and yellow gold with the option of adding either a diamond bezel or diamond dial to make it shine.

It also contains Rolex's new in-house Calibre 3255 which is twice as accurate as a COSC certified movement and can run for up to 70 hours off the wrist.

The new Calibre 3255 ia huge advancement from Rolex who never fail to push the boundaries of watchmaking and reliability. The success of the 3255 can be attributed to no less than 14 new patented innovations one of which being the Chronergy escapement, made from nickel-phosphorous which is totally anti-magnetic. 

OYSTER PERPETUAL

Originally released in 1926 the Oyster Perpetual has come a long way and with this new introduction the range is more appealing than ever. This new 39mm size of the Oyster perpetual opens it up to more of a masculine following. The Oyster perpetual is the purest expression of the Oyster concept, having no other function other than a reliable and accurate time display.

Rolex has also continued to offer a range of brightly coloured dials to match your taste or alternatively you can choose a more toned down dial and it can be used everyday. With this new size and new dial colours, this is not only a practical watch but it also fun and can take you from day to evening with effortless ease.

LADY-DATEJUST 28

The new Lady-DateJust 28 isn't just a new size, the metal, dial, bracelet and diamond options are outstanding. You can choose from 4 precious metals, president or jubilee bracelets, new style dials as well as a diamond bezel. In particular the rose gold with diamond bezel is a first for Rolex.

We are loving this new date-just not just for the size but also the new elaborate dials.  New, gem-set hour markers enhance the elegance and femininity of this exquisite model.These new faces demonstrate Rolex's unique expertise in the art of dial making, and are exclusive to this new model.  This new watch is offered on a prestigious president bracelet identical to that of the Day-date, or on an elegant jubilee bracelet with a redesigned profile.

DATEJUST PEARLMASTER 29

Brighten up your life with this new Pearlmaster. Rolex once again surprise us with a showstopping piece of gem-setting craftsmanship. Available in 18ct yellow or 18ct white gold and set with 48 baguette cut sapphires ranging in extraordinary colours from blue to fuchsia pink; blue to green or orange to yellow. Diamond set 6 and 9 markers add that extra touch of elegance and with the full paved dials and pave set bracelets also available for an extra touch of extravagance, these are bold and beautiful timepieces.

CELLINI

The addition to the very well received Cellini range comes in the form of diamonds, and what better way to improve this modern dress watch than with diamonds. The black dial and sparkling diamonds look stunning and suit the watch very well indeed.