Description

The present reference is the Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41 ref. 134303-0001, introduced in 2026 as an exclusive centenary edition to commemorate 100 years since the landmark debut of the original waterproof Oyster case in 1926.

Marking a rare appearance of yellow Rolesor in the contemporary Oyster Perpetual line, the watch features a 41 mm case measuring 11.60 mm in height, crafted with an Oystersteel middle case, polished case flanks, and a domed 18k yellow gold bezel. The screw-down Twinlock crown is also executed in 18k yellow gold, featuring the number “100” embossed in relief to subtly carry the centenary motif across the case architecture. Fitted with an anti-reflective sapphire crystal and screw-down fluted caseback, the watch guarantees water resistance to 100 metres.

The dial is rendered in a gloss slate sunray finish, offering a sophisticated, metallic tone. Tailored specifically for this centenary edition, it features discreet celebratory accents including a “100 years” inscription at 6 o’clock in place of the standard text, vibrant green squares marking each five-minute interval, and the Rolex signature pad-printed in matching green. The applied hour markers and hands are crafted in 18k yellow gold and treated with blue-glowing Chromalight luminescence, maintaining the clean legibility of the classic time-only layout.

Inside beats the manufacture self-winding Calibre 3230, operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) and providing an approximate 70-hour power reserve. The movement is equipped with the high-efficiency Chronergy escapement, a paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring with Rolex overcoil, a variable-inertia balance with Microstella nuts, and Paraflex shock absorbers. Fully cased, it is certified under Rolex’s strengthened Superlative Chronometer standards to an exacting precision of −2/+2 seconds per day.

In an uncommon departure from traditional yellow Rolesor configurations, the solid three-piece link Oyster bracelet is executed entirely in satin-finished Oystersteel with polished edges, deliberately omitting gold centre links. Secured by an Oysterclasp with the Easylink 5 mm comfort extension, this unique metal treatment concentrates the warmth of the yellow gold around the dial and bezel, establishing the ref. 134303-0001 as an exceptionally distinctive and historically significant commemorative timepiece.

Rolex – bio

Founded in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis in London, initially as Wilsdorf & Davis Ltd. Renamed Rolex by 1908 and moved its base of operations to Geneva, Switzerland in 1919.  Their success is due to their innovation namely the legendary “Oyster” case – first water resistant watch and their extremely reliable movements.
The most famous models are Datejust, Day-Date, Daytona, Explorer, GMT-Master, Submariner and many more.
The company is owned by the Hans Wilsdorf Foundation, a family private trust.
One story, never confirmed by Wilsdorf, recounts that the name came from the French words “horlogerie exquise”‘è, meaning “exquisite clockwork”.