Titan Of The Depths

Rolex's first titanium the Deepsea watch Challenge-is water resistant to a record-setting depth of 11,000 metres. How does the 50mm model fit into everyday life?

- Jens Koch

Rolex rarely introduces new models or materials. The brand carefully maintains the classic features of its watches and has enjoyed tremendous success so far with this approach. I[t was a surprise when, in November 2022, the manufacturer presented the new Deepsea Challenge with a water resistance of 11,000 metres. And, what's more, in a case made of titanium-—an innovation for Rolex—that was larger than the company's usual rather modest dimensions with a 50-mm diameter and 23-mm height.

SPECS

Rolex

Deepsea Challenge

Manufacturer:

Rolex SA, Rue-François-Dussaud 3-7, CH-1211 Geneva, Switzerland

Reference number:

126067

Functions:

Hours, minutes, seconds

Movement:

In-house Caliber 3230, automatic, chronometer, 28,800 vph, 31 jewels, stop-seconds, Paraflex shock absorber, Glucydur balance wheel with Microstella regulating weights, 70-hour power reserve

Case:

Grade 5 titanium, ceramic bezel, curved sapphire crystal with inner anti-reflective coating, helium-release valve, screw-down Triplock crown, fully threaded caseback made of Grade 5 titanium, water resistant to 11,000m.

Bracelet and clasp:

Oyster bracelet in grade 5 titanium, safety folding clasp with Glidelock fine adjustment and Fliplock diving extension