2026 Rolex Watches

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About 2026 Rolex Watches

If you are shopping for a 2026 Rolex, you are looking at the most material-focused Rolex release year in recent memory, anchored by the 100th anniversary of the Oyster case. At WatchGuys, our 2026 Rolex collection features authenticated pre-owned and unworn Rolex watches from every major launch at Watches and Wonders 2026. The headline pieces include the Rolesium Daytona 126502, a grand feu enamel dial chronograph pairing Oystersteel with platinum in a first-ever configuration, the return of the Yacht-Master II 126680 with the all-new caliber 4162, the debut of Jubilee gold (a new in-house 18k alloy) on the Day-Date 40 ref. 228235, and a centennial Oyster Perpetual 41 with "100 Years" engraved on both the dial and crown. This is also the year Rolex strengthened its Superlative Chronometer certification, meaning every 2026 reference passes stricter standards for magnetism, reliability, and precision. Every 2026 Rolex at WatchGuys ships with its full remaining Rolex factory warranty plus our own 2-year WatchGuys warranty on top.

Which Rolex Models Were Released in 2026?

Rolex released 58 new references across six collections at Watches and Wonders 2026, with the Oyster Perpetual line receiving the most attention due to the centennial. The 100 Years anniversary Oyster Perpetual launched in 31mm, 36mm, and 41mm sizes in a two-tone yellow gold and Oystersteel Rolesor configuration, with a slate dial, gold hour markers, green minute track, and "100 Years" replacing "Swiss Made" at 6 o'clock. The Oyster Perpetual 36 also welcomed a multicolor Jubilee dial (ref. 126000-0016) reinterpreting the classic Jubilee motif across ten hand-applied lacquer colors. The Oyster Perpetual 28 and 34 received solid gold cases for the first time in the modern era, with stone-lacquered dials in green heliotrope, blue dumortierite, and other natural-stone combinations. The Datejust 41 and 36 introduced a green ombré lacquer dial. The Yacht-Master II returned after its quiet discontinuation in 2024 with references 126680 (Oystersteel) and 126688 (yellow gold), both powered by the new caliber 4162 with a redesigned regatta countdown. The Daytona added the off-catalog Rolesium 126502 with white grand feu enamel dial and anthracite tungsten-carbide Cerachrom bezel. The Day-Date 40 introduced Jubilee gold (ref. 228235) with a light green aventurine stone dial and baguette diamond hour markers, while the Day-Date 36 (ref. 128349RBR) topped the standard catalog at $98,100 with a diamond-paved dial. Notably, the Pepsi GMT-Master II 126710BLRO was discontinued from the catalog this cycle.

2026 Rolex Price

2026 Rolex retail prices span from $6,750 for the entry Oystersteel OP 36 with the multicolor Jubilee dial up to $98,100 for the diamond-paved Day-Date 36. The centennial 100 Years Oyster Perpetual runs $7,700 (31mm), $8,450 (36mm), and $9,650 (41mm) at retail. The Yacht-Master II 126680 in Oystersteel retails at $20,300, and the yellow gold 126688 at $57,800. The solid gold Oyster Perpetual 28 and 34 references start around $30,000. The new green ombré Datejust 41 in white Rolesor retails at $11,650. The two Exceptional Watches (the Rolesium Daytona 126502 and the Jubilee Gold Day-Date 40 228235) sit above the standard catalog and are allocated through boutiques. Secondary market pricing is still settling, but early reporting shows the Rolesium Daytona trading well above its $57,800 list and the OP 36 multicolor Jubilee commanding meaningful premiums over retail. For current pricing on any 2026 reference in stock, contact our team directly.

The Rolesium Daytona and Yacht-Master II: 2026 Flagships

Two 2026 releases deserve special attention. The Rolesium Daytona 126502 is the first steel Daytona with a sapphire display caseback, framed in platinum, and the first Daytona to use a white grand feu enamel dial. The anthracite Cerachrom bezel is made from zirconia enriched with tungsten carbide, a new ceramic formulation that gives the bezel a metallic sheen. The tachymeter numerals are presented horizontally, a deliberate nod to the original 1963 Daytona. Separately, the Yacht-Master II returns after a two-year hiatus with a completely new movement (caliber 4162), a simplified dial with rounded hour markers, and a redesigned programmable regatta countdown that now operates exclusively through the lower pusher. Both references are essentially impossible to get at retail, which is where the pre-owned market becomes the only realistic path to ownership. For a broader look at every 2020s Rolex release, see our 2020s Rolex collection and our 2025 Rolex page.

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Why Buy 2026 Rolex From WatchGuys

We have been sourcing, authenticating, and selling pre-owned and unworn Rolex watches for over 30 years, and we tracked every 2026 reference from the moment Watches and Wonders opened. Every piece in our 2026 inventory is inspected in-house, accurately described, and available now without a waitlist or purchase history requirement.

Common Questions

2026 Rolex FAQ

• What Rolex Models Were Released in 2026?

  Rolex released 58 new references at Watches and Wonders 2026 to mark the 100th anniversary of the Oyster case. Highlights include the Rolesium Daytona 126502 with a grand feu enamel dial, the return of the Yacht-Master II (126680 steel and 126688 yellow gold) with new caliber 4162, the Jubilee Gold Day-Date 40 (228235) with aventurine dial, the centennial 100 Years Oyster Perpetual in 31mm, 36mm, and 41mm, a multicolor Jubilee OP 36, green ombré Datejust 41 and 36, and solid gold Oyster Perpetual 28 and 34 references with stone-lacquered dials.

• What Is the Rolesium Daytona?

  The Rolesium Daytona 126502 is a new off-catalog Daytona that combines an Oystersteel case with a platinum bezel ring and platinum sapphire caseback ring, a material pairing Rolex calls "Rolesium." It features a white grand feu enamel dial with ceramic sub-dials, an anthracite Cerachrom bezel enriched with tungsten carbide, and horizontally arranged tachymeter numerals that reference the original 1963 Daytona. It is the first steel Daytona with a sapphire display caseback, and it is powered by the caliber 4131. Retail is approximately $57,800, but supply is extremely limited.

• What Is Jubilee Gold?

  Jubilee gold is a new in-house 18k gold alloy that Rolex introduced in 2026, debuting on the Day-Date 40 reference 228235. It combines yellow, warm grey, and soft pink tones into a softer, more muted sheen than traditional yellow gold, produced at Rolex's own foundry. The debut piece pairs the new alloy with a light green aventurine stone dial set with ten baguette-cut diamond hour markers.

• Was the Pepsi GMT Discontinued in 2026?

  Yes. The stainless steel Pepsi GMT-Master II reference 126710BLRO did not appear in the 2026 catalog and has been discontinued. Pre-owned examples remain available on the secondary market and are likely to hold value well given the model's strong collector following and the shift to discontinued-reference status. Contact our team for current availability on the steel Pepsi, as well as other sought-after GMT-Master II references.

• Are 2026 Rolex Watches Still Under Factory Warranty?

  Yes. Every 2026 Rolex comes with a full Rolex 5-year international factory warranty from the original retail purchase date. Because these watches only began reaching customers in 2026, nearly all of the factory warranty period remains. Every 2026 Rolex at WatchGuys also includes our own 2-year WatchGuys warranty on top, so most 2026 references are effectively double-covered for the next five or more years.

• Where Can I Buy a 2026 Rolex Without a Waitlist?

  Authorized Rolex dealers will have multi-year waitlists for the most sought-after 2026 releases, and the Exceptional Watches (Rolesium Daytona 126502 and Jubilee Gold Day-Date 228235) are allocated exclusively through select boutiques with established client relationships. Buying pre-owned or unworn through a trusted dealer like WatchGuys skips the waitlist entirely. Every 2026 Rolex we carry is authenticated, in stock, and ships overnight. If a specific 2026 reference is not currently in stock, our team can often source it through our network.

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