Land-Dweller in Stainless Steel..is it for you?

[Lol-x]

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Some say the new movement is a small miracle, its revolutionary from a technical standpoint from Rolex and definitely elevates the brand in terms of horological significance. Its a high beat movement with less traditional materials, but with a very good power reserve.

However, is it a watch that you would want to wear?

Its more akin to a Date-Just than a professional model such as a GMT or a Submariner in appearance and style.

The bracelet is beautiful as is the case but one couldn't say they were qualitative improvements over the Oyster cases and Jubilee or Oyster bracelets.

The dial comes in just one colour again with a stick dial somewhat similar to the stick markers on a Date-Just except for the honeycomb pattern. The hands are somewhat unarticulated stick hands which will be interesting to see how legible they are in real life to discern from the white dial background and each other.

Again the fluted bezel is a usual Date-Just feature.

So whilst it may be a technically groundbreaking model, I can't say its a watch I would care to wear in preference to a several other Rolex models (GMT, Date-Just (with my colour choice) Submariner and of course Daytona).

[hojlund]

definitely, I want it more than the pepsi.

[Nairn1980]

Originally Posted by hojlund

definitely, I want it more than the pepsi.

I can’t work out if you’re serious or if it’s sarcasm

[hojlund]

Originally Posted by Nairn1980

I can’t work out if you’re serious or if it’s sarcasm

grey market price of the LD will be higher than that of the pepsi even after stablised. mark my word.

[Mystro]

Originally Posted by hojlund

grey market price of the LD will be higher than that of the pepsi even after stablised. mark my word.

How could that possibly be considering what the DJ41 did when released??
The LD is plotted to be be a high volume model like the DJ within the catalog. The LD is an interesting model but it strays too far from the typical Rolex design for universal appeal. Other models like the YMII have done this only to have a niche appeal from the masses that buy a Rolex watch. I also remember the days of the Oysterquartz and how much it was not loved at its peak popularity. The LD will be a popular niche watch for more the Rolex owner with a larger collection. The main competition of the LD will be the DJ41 and not any of the professional line.

What I can see now after the dust has settled from the LD release is how the senior and more advanced Rolex owners (on TRF and YouTube) are viewing its appeal for themself and it’s not great at this point when hype is at its highest. It’s a take it or leave it response in how they view it in their current/established collection of Rolex models.

[Dr.Stu]

Originally Posted by Mystro

How could that possibly be considering what the DJ41 did when released??
The LD is plotted to be be a high volume model like the DJ within the catalog. The LD is an interesting model but it strays too far from the typical Rolex design for universal appeal. Other models like the YMII have done this only to have a niche appeal from the masses that buy a Rolex watch. I also remember the days of the Oysterquartz and how much it was not loved at its peak popularity. The LD will be a popular niche watch for more the Rolex owner with a larger collection. The main competition of the LD will be the DJ41 and not any of the professional line.

What I can see now after the dust has settled from the LD release is how the senior and more advanced Rolex owners (on TRF and YouTube) are viewing its appeal for themself and it’s not great at this point when hype is at its highest. It’s a take it or leave it response in how they view it in their current/established collection of Rolex models.

Great post!. I am in the camp of the Rolex owners with a larger collection &, as I said above, am looking forward to adding this OG LD to my collection for the reasons I stated. I agree that it likely will be a niche watch- much as the OQ was/is.

Regarding rolling out the new movement to other lines, I'd think that that is not that likely for the professional models- as the 7135 should not either be as robust/shock resistant as the 323X movements (e.g.) and b/c of the higher beat rate will potentially be more prone to wear/need for servicing. That said, it's hard to imagine that Rolex would have spent so much time/effort/$$$ developing such an innovative movement and not have much bigger plans for it than just launching it into the new LD line alone.

It didn't feel like there was that big a space to fill between the DJ line and stepping up to a DD, but the LD was certainly designed to sit squarely between those lines. It will be interesting to see how the line is received & what Rolex does with this movement.

[Daytona king]

Originally Posted by Mystro

How could that possibly be considering what the DJ41 did when released??
The LD is plotted to be be a high volume model like the DJ within the catalog. The LD is an interesting model but it strays too far from the typical Rolex design for universal appeal. Other models like the YMII have done this only to have a niche appeal from the masses that buy a Rolex watch. I also remember the days of the Oysterquartz and how much it was not loved at its peak popularity. The LD will be a popular niche watch for more the Rolex owner with a larger collection. The main competition of the LD will be the DJ41 and not any of the professional line.

What I can see now after the dust has settled from the LD release is how the senior and more advanced Rolex owners (on TRF and YouTube) are viewing its appeal for themself and it’s not great at this point when hype is at its highest. It’s a take it or leave it response in how they view it in their current/established collection of Rolex models.

I agree. After the first year of false scarcity they will pump these out like hotcakes. They will be in the same difficulty as getting a hot dial SS DJ41 on jubilee but not as hard as a professional line watch such as any GMT.

I also agree that those who will want it will have larger collections or possibly a one and done. If you have a small collection I don’t see you wanting this watch over a SS professional watch.

I personally have a collection of over 10 Rolexes with no DJs. So I’m interested in adding this in as a rotation piece.


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[alllexandru]

Originally Posted by Lol-x

is it a watch that you would want to wear?

Nope

[Bxtek]

The new LD is a very impressive watch for sure! All new design (even though heavily inspired by the vintage Oyster Quartz), a full brand new movement, a never before done honeycomb design dial with a raised/angled chapter ring. Needless to say, Rolex really went drastic this year with this new model!

I do like it, but not yet sure if it's for me. I am really looking forward to trying one on and see if it's something that I would enjoy wearing. Looking at specs, I don't think the 40mm will work for me personally as the lug to lug (no real lugs though) measurement is 46.5mm. That's quite large! I think it would be the 36mm that I would go for.

The white dial looks nice, but I really am hoping that they will offer other colors in the future. I think I would prefer something like a Slate, Blue or a Champagne dial. I am a sucker for the Mint Green and I think that would look good as well. All with the honeycomb pattern of course.

It definitely is an all new watch, but lots of people are saying that this is basically a Datejust for a 30% higher price. There is some truth to that since the LD has the exact same complications as a DJ and nothing more. So, that feel and how it wears needs to really make an impression on me to get me sold.

Will a big part of the demand of this watch be the goal to own the "Dweller Trinity"?? Deepsea Sea Dweller, Sky-Dweller, and the Land-Dweller?

[douglasf13]

I’m not really a fan of any of the Rolex watches newer than the 5-digit era, but this one is interesting to me. Just wish they didn’t do the honeycomb dial. The dial texture combined with the numerals and fluted bezel seems too busy. I’d like to see it with a plain stick dial and/or plain bezel, but I like it.

[TinFoilCat]

Nope, not for me

[John Doyle]

I like it more than most professional teletubies models like the BLRO

[Wilco68]

Absolutely - gone to the top of my want list for many reasons. Cool & classy looking reference, & to my eyes although the case is based on an older design, the total package looks fresh and modern.

I think the LD & the Sky-Dweller are starting to make some other models look a bit tired & dated in comparison….

Also agree with this too!;-

Originally Posted by John Doyle

I like it more than most professional teletubies models like the BLRO

[DLRIDES]

I like it a lot ! But just as the “Yacht Master”, I couldn’t look at “Land Dweller” on the dial.

[omar10213245]

Not the current inaugural iteration. Hopefully they come up with some better dials in the future. A watch like this would look fantastic with a deep, glossy black dial

[omar-rye]

I’m also not interested in it in this configuration. I’d want it with a smooth bezel and an Oyster style bracelet, and I’d like to see what other dials they come up with.

[Ichiran]

I prefer a GMT and Daytona over this watch. The dial is an acquired taste in my view.

[Dr.Stu]

I am actually very much looking forward to getting it on my wrist. I think the elements of the Explorer (6 & 9), the DJ (fluted bezel), the nod to the early Milgauss (honeycomb dial motif), the OysterQuartz-like case /integrated bracelet all combine to make an interesting looking new timepiece that just "works".

The Wildebeast is referred to as the spare-parts animal in Africa as it looks like it was created from the spare parts leftover from the other animals: the body of a hyena, the horns of a Cape buffalo, the tail of a giraffe, the legs of an antelope,the back-end of a donkey, the stripes of a zebra. The LandDweller is like the Wildebeast Rolex.

With the new movement -which is visible (though unexceptionally finished) - I think this is a very interesting looking animal - like the Wildebeast- and my order is already in.

[Gerardus]

I like it very much, but expensive IMO considering pricing.

[TheVTCGuy]

I really need to see (wear) it in person. I am excited Rolex released an entirely new model, but I typically wear sport models, so not really sure this will be for me. I can’t wait to try it out though!

[fishingbear]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

I really need to see (wear) it in person. I am excited Rolex released an entirely new model, but I typically wear sport models, so not really sure this will be for me. I can’t wait to try it out though!

Exactly this.

[travisb]

Not for me.

[jswing]

I really like the case and bracelet, but the cyclops-6-9 dial kills it for me. If it were all sticks with the date I'd be on board, or even 3-6-9 no date like my Explorer, but as is it seems unbalanced.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

I really need to see (wear) it in person. I am excited Rolex released an entirely new model, but I typically wear sport models, so not really sure this will be for me. I can’t wait to try it out though!

I’m in this camp.

I really like that Rolex launched an entirely new model, instead of another color variation

[Nairn1980]

If it were fluted DJ money, I’d be interested. The fact it’s Sky-Dweller money puts me off. I’d much rather have a sky-dweller.

[fluffybunny]

Originally Posted by Nairn1980

If it were fluted DJ money, I’d be interested. The fact it’s Sky-Dweller money puts me off. I’d much rather have a sky-dweller.

I’d agree with this if the Sky-Dweller was a more wearable size. But it’s not.


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[GW44]

Originally Posted by fluffybunny

I’d agree with this if the Sky-Dweller was a more wearable size. But it’s not.


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I think you missed off "But it's not for me"

Anyone with a 7" wrist (and just under/over that) can easily carry off a Skydweller.

[Cru Jones]

I think for fans of high-beat movements, it’s a no-brainer. As you get a high-beat with a good power reserve and good service interval compared to others, like Grand Seiko.

Otherwise, other than the high-beat, the 7135 has the same accuracy, same service interval interval and same need for lubricants as the 32**, but with less power reserve and even more need to use RSC instead of independent watchmakers.

So, is a Land-Dweller worth 50% more than a Date-Just? Maybe for high-beat fans.

[928ktgold]

I’m planning on trading my DJ41 silver dial fluted jubilee for this watch. I’ve don’t wear it at all anymore and wanted to trade it in for a DD40 white gold with the ombré blue dial. I think this will be a good place holder for that watch. I don’t wear the DJ41 anymore. I would wear this watch either in 36 or 40 mm. Then maybe trade it in for the DD40 ombré blue or hopefully meteorite dial

[Doood]

Need to see it in person but still can’t get over the dumb name.