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Watches and Wonders 2026: New from Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet

From Der Standard · (2h ago) German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Watches and Wonders 2026 trade fair showcased new timepieces from luxury brands like Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Audemars Piguet.
  • Rolex celebrated its 100th anniversary of the Oyster with a colorful new version of the Oyster Perpetual 36 featuring a Jubilee motif.
  • The article highlights ten outstanding watches that impressed the journalists at the event.

At the premier global watchmaking event, Watches and Wonders 2026, the industry's elite brands unveiled their latest creations, captivating enthusiasts and setting new standards for luxury timepieces. This year's exhibition was particularly significant as Rolex marked a century of its iconic Oyster watch, a milestone celebrated with the introduction of a vibrant new iteration of the Oyster Perpetual 36. Adorned with a striking Jubilee motif, this stainless steel model, powered by Rolex's in-house Caliber 3230, exemplifies the brand's enduring legacy of innovation and style.

Rolex celebrates 100 years of Oyster, and it does so in a very colorful way.

— Markus BöhmDescribing the new colorful version of the Oyster Perpetual 36.

The event served as a stage for other legendary houses, including Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet, to present their newest offerings. While the article focuses on Rolex's centenary celebration, it also promises a broader look at the horological landscape, with a curated selection of ten standout watches that garnered particular attention from our reporting team. These selections represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship, design, and technical prowess, offering a glimpse into the future of haute horlogerie.

So the new version of the Oyster Perpetual 36, made of stainless steel, which Rolex calls Oystersteel, impresses with its dial, which is decorated with a very graphic, colorful Jubilee motif.

— Markus BöhmDetailing the design elements of the new Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36.

As a publication dedicated to the world of fine watches, DER STANDARD was on the ground, providing firsthand coverage of the most impressive timepieces. The detailed descriptions and highlights aim to inform and excite our readership about the innovations and trends emerging from this crucial industry event. The focus on specific models, like the colorful Oyster Perpetual 36, underscores the blend of tradition and modernity that defines the luxury watch market today.

In it ticks, well naturally, an in-house movement, the Caliber 3230.

— Markus BöhmMentioning the movement powering the new Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36.
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Originally published by Der Standard in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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