Description

The present watch is the Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 reference 126000-0016, a vibrant and highly contemporary interpretation of one of Rolex’s purest and most enduring designs. Distinguished by its playful Jubilee Motif Dial, this reference demonstrates a rare and refreshing side of Rolex, combining the timeless simplicity of the Oyster Perpetual with an expressive dial that celebrates color, creativity, and the brand’s rich heritage.

Housed in the classic 36 mm Oystersteel case, the watch retains all the hallmarks that have made the Oyster Perpetual a cornerstone of the Rolex collection. Its balanced proportions, brushed and polished surfaces, screw-down crown, sapphire crystal, and 100 meters of water resistance ensure exceptional versatility, making it equally suited to daily wear and more refined occasions. The watch is paired with the robust Oyster bracelet, featuring a secure Oysterclasp and the practical Easylink comfort extension system for effortless adjustment.

The star of the watch is undoubtedly its striking Jubilee Motif Dial. Inspired by a pattern first introduced by Rolex decades ago, the dial features the repeated “ROLEX” motif arranged across the surface in a spectrum of vibrant colors. Unlike earlier engraved Jubilee dials, this modern execution utilizes multiple printed colors, creating a lively, almost pop-art inspired effect that transforms the traditionally understated Oyster Perpetual into one of the most visually distinctive watches in the current Rolex lineup. Despite its playful appearance, the dial remains highly functional, with luminous hour markers and polished hands ensuring excellent legibility.

Powering the watch is the Rolex Calibre 3230, a self-winding movement entirely developed and manufactured in-house. Equipped with the Chronergy escapement, Parachrom hairspring, and Paraflex shock absorbers, the movement delivers outstanding reliability and resistance to external influences. Certified as a Superlative Chronometer, it offers precision to within −2/+2 seconds per day and an impressive 70-hour power reserve.

Bold, unexpected, and full of personality, the Oyster Perpetual 36 Jubilee Motif Dial represents a modern chapter in Rolex design. While remaining faithful to the collection’s core principles of robustness and simplicity, it introduces a sense of joy and individuality rarely seen from the brand, making it one of the most distinctive and sought-after Oyster Perpetual references of recent years.

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”.