Rolex and James Cameron release Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller Deepsea Challenge
It is not likely that you or I will jump to a depth of 60m below the surface of the sea in our lifetimes. Saturation scuba divers can work underwater for several weeks at a depth of approximately 300m. Therefore , the idea of reaching ten, 908m deep into the Mariana Trench is unthinkable. But that's exactly what filmmaker Adam Cameron did on his Deepsea Challenger submersible in this, and mounted an fresh Rolex on the exterior of the automobile. Now, the experimental watch has been adapted into Rolex’s new Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Challenge watch.
It’s worth noting that even though Rolex calls this the “wearable” version of the 2012 Deepsea watch, the necessity to achieve an 11, 000m water resistance rating (nearly dual that of the Omega Extremely Deep) means some surrender have to be made. Wear opposition is one such sacrifice. The actual diameter of the Deepsea Problem is 50 mm, and also the thickness of the sapphire cup alone is 9. five mm. Calling it any " big watch" may be an understatement for 2022.
However , as the proportions may be large, each and every effort has been made to keep the of the work as low as you can. The annular case, viser, caseback and crown are made from grade 5 ti, which offers excellent resistance to scrapes and corrosion, while the framework is both lightweight as well as strong. Even though this is Iwc, they don't call it quality 5 titanium, but RLX titanium. It is also equipped with some sort of helium escape valve in order to vent excess gas throughout decompression.
Visually, it has a classic Sea-Dweller dance bezel with knurled sides and black ceramic inserts. The dial itself can also be very classic. Large circular, rectangular and triangular lustrous hour markers are immediately legible at any depth, as well as the iconic Rolex handset accomplishes the look. The matte dark dial is engraved along with " Rolex Oyster Everlasting Deepsea Challenge" below the twelve o'clock mark and " Sea-Dweller 36090' = 11000m Superlative ChronometerOfficially Certified" under the 6 o'clock mark.
Inside is the Rolex-made Caliber 3230 movement. It is an automatic movement with a everlasting rotor that offers a 70-hour power reserve. Also, as the switch inscription above tells us, this is a certified superlative chronometer having an accuracy of +// -- 2 seconds.
The bracelet, like the situation, is made of satin-brushed titanium and also features Rolex’s Glidelock expansion system so it can be very easily worn over a wetsuit. This really is undoubtedly Rolex’s most amazing launch of 2022. Severe engineering, classic Rolex appearance, and a collaboration with David Cameron combine to make the Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Challenge a new collector’s dream, even if it is too big to wear.
Model: Rolex Oyster Never ending Deepsea Challenge Watch
Reference number: 126067
Case/Dial: 50mm diameter, RLX ti case, deep matte dark-colored dial, 18k white gold hours markers and blue lustrous hands
Water resistance: eleven, 000m (110 bar)
Movement: Rolex 3230, automated, 31 jewels, COSC
Frequency: 28, 800 vph (4 Hz)
Reserve of power: 70 hours
Features: hours, minutes, seconds
Strap: Titanium bracelet, Oysterfold safety clasp, Rolex Glidelock extension system