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Zsprings · 26 May 2022, 01:32 AM

The circular Rolex watch case with it's super watertight crown, has been with us longer than my memory. Watch movements are mostly circular, so perhaps a new model Rolex might someday be retangular, retaining a screwback and gasket to access the 'works', but the total width of the screwback no more than the width of the rectangular case?

akili_2000 · 26 May 2022, 02:01 AM

Maybe yes.

AFinchMustang · 26 May 2022, 02:09 AM

Anything is possible. If rectangular cases ever came into style I could see it. I would guess that it would be a Cellini (or whatever Rolex calls their higher-end dressy collection at that time)

Tools · 26 May 2022, 02:10 AM

Already have.

In the early days the Oyster Cushion cases were square, although the dials were still round

Zsprings · 26 May 2022, 08:48 AM

The rectangular watch case I was imagining would be a case made from a solid blank just as Rolex are presently made. Any retangular watch I have ever seen appears to have been made from sheet metal?

Zsprings · 31 May 2022, 12:58 AM

When we think back to the 1950s bracelet with it's rivet heads protruding along the edge of the bracelet, and how bracelets today have articulating pins pushed into the edge links. Then surely today, a retangualar watch case made from a blank of metal, could be computer milled by machine to have an exact fit retangular milled back, pressure fitted with a gasket, fitted to the new watch at the Rolex factory and only opened/closed at a Rolex Service Centre? Say, watertight enough to allow swimming wearing said rectangular Rolex?

SeaDweller50 · 31 May 2022, 01:40 AM

I sincerely hope not and it’s the reason I do not own an Apple Watch. Watches should be circular.

alphadweller · 31 May 2022, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by SeaDweller50

I sincerely hope not and it’s the reason I do not own an Apple Watch. Watches should be circular.

+1
Circular shape or nothing.

Vesper Lynd · 31 May 2022, 04:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Already have.

In the early days the Oyster Cushion cases were square, although the dials were still round

Good point.

Zsprings · 31 May 2022, 05:17 AM

Yes, I realise such cushion watch were square, but I'm hoping Rolex will perhaps create a new model case using the new(ish) technology of computer design milling.
I just cannot see at the present, a new watch model for me, and different colour bezel inserts don't have any appeal.

HogwldFLTR · 31 May 2022, 06:56 AM

I thought that was the case with the Maxi cased watches.

pug208 · 31 May 2022, 10:50 AM

Rectangular watch cases are difficult to be made with high water resistance.

KY.. · 31 May 2022, 11:04 AM

A modern Rolex OysterQuartz case/bracelet model using their automatic movements could be fun…

Old Expat Beast · 31 May 2022, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by KY..

A modern Rolex OysterQuartz case/bracelet model using their automatic movements could be fun…

Like this?

https://swisswatches-magazine.com/bl...erquartz-case/

Incroyable12 · 31 May 2022, 11:30 AM

I believe the Rolex Oyster is technically a tonneau shaped case so it isn't strictly round.

chocopeluche · 31 May 2022, 11:36 AM

Several vintage cellini’s fit this bill

KY.. · 31 May 2022, 11:37 AM

Yes, except more modern and using the variety of automatic movements Rolex have…

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Like this?

https://swisswatches-magazine.com/bl...erquartz-case/

Old Expat Beast · 31 May 2022, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by chocopeluche

Several vintage cellini’s fit this bill

Cellinis don't have Oyster cases.

Zsprings · 31 May 2022, 08:26 PM

You guys who have posted have got the idea!
But the rectangular watch case I hope for would have a pressure fitted back (brought about by computer aided milling of both case and back) and 'oyster' enough to allow never needing to take the Rolex off when swimming!

brandrea · 31 May 2022, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

I thought that was the case with the Maxi cased watches.

Ah the Supercase

77T · 31 May 2022, 10:22 PM

A solid square watchcase would have more weight than the current round ones. If the market desires heavier cases for style reasons then it’s possible.

Such a departure from Rolex Oyster case design tradition would likely be first seen in a Tudor model to test the waters. Just my

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Speedbird-1 · 31 May 2022, 10:38 PM

The Rolex Boxter?
Might happen?........naahh!

Speedbird-1 · 31 May 2022, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Vesper Lynd

Good point.

Beautiful! (Watch and Photo).

If they still made that, I'd be very tempted.

Herr Blume, in Stuttgart, just might have something to say.

Zsprings · 31 May 2022, 10:51 PM

[QUOTE=Speedbird-
If they still made that, I'd be [U]very[/U] tempted.

Naaaah! and have the new style (rubber) Rolex strap attached by bent metal rod lugs!

26 May 2022, 01:32 AM	#1
Zsprings "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: England Posts: 251	Will we ever see rectangular Oyster case? The circular Rolex watch case with it's super watertight crown, has been with us longer than my memory. Watch movements are mostly circular, so perhaps a new model Rolex might someday be retangular, retaining a screwback and gasket to access the 'works', but the total width of the screwback no more than the width of the rectangular case?

26 May 2022, 02:10 AM	#4
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,165	Already have. In the early days the Oyster Cushion cases were square, although the dials were still round __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

31 May 2022, 05:17 AM	#10
Zsprings "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: England Posts: 251	Yes, I realise such cushion watch were square, but I'm hoping Rolex will perhaps create a new model case using the new(ish) technology of computer design milling. I just cannot see at the present, a new watch model for me, and different colour bezel inserts don't have any appeal. Last edited by Zsprings; 31 May 2022 at 05:19 AM.. Reason: add

31 May 2022, 06:56 AM	#11
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	I thought that was the case with the Maxi cased watches. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

31 May 2022, 11:04 AM	#13
KY.. 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Real Name: Keith Location: California Watch: 60s to 90s Posts: 1,268	A modern Rolex OysterQuartz case/bracelet model using their automatic movements could be fun… __________________ Just an admirer/enthusiast of vintage Rolex/Heuer/Zenith/Breitling/Hamilton watches since the 80’s… ”I Do Love The Details, But I Can Choose If I Accept The Flaws…”

26 May 2022, 02:01 AM	#2
akili_2000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Hungary Posts: 198	Maybe yes.

26 May 2022, 02:09 AM	#3
AFinchMustang "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: AZ Posts: 48	Anything is possible. If rectangular cases ever came into style I could see it. I would guess that it would be a Cellini (or whatever Rolex calls their higher-end dressy collection at that time)

26 May 2022, 08:48 AM	#5
Zsprings "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: England Posts: 251	The rectangular watch case I was imagining would be a case made from a solid blank just as Rolex are presently made. Any retangular watch I have ever seen appears to have been made from sheet metal?

31 May 2022, 12:58 AM	#6
Zsprings "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: England Posts: 251	When we think back to the 1950s bracelet with it's rivet heads protruding along the edge of the bracelet, and how bracelets today have articulating pins pushed into the edge links. Then surely today, a retangualar watch case made from a blank of metal, could be computer milled by machine to have an exact fit retangular milled back, pressure fitted with a gasket, fitted to the new watch at the Rolex factory and only opened/closed at a Rolex Service Centre? Say, watertight enough to allow swimming wearing said rectangular Rolex?

31 May 2022, 01:40 AM	#7
SeaDweller50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Sandy Location: England. Watch: 14060M 2 liner Posts: 3,204	I sincerely hope not and it’s the reason I do not own an Apple Watch. Watches should be circular.

31 May 2022, 10:50 AM	#12
pug208 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Terry Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 40	Rectangular watch cases are difficult to be made with high water resistance.

31 May 2022, 11:30 AM	#15
Incroyable12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 1,054	I believe the Rolex Oyster is technically a tonneau shaped case so it isn't strictly round.

31 May 2022, 11:36 AM	#16
chocopeluche "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: san francisco Posts: 472	Several vintage cellini’s fit this bill __________________ Rolex OQ Fanatic SF, CA

31 May 2022, 08:26 PM	#19
Zsprings "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: England Posts: 251	You guys who have posted have got the idea! But the rectangular watch case I hope for would have a pressure fitted back (brought about by computer aided milling of both case and back) and 'oyster' enough to allow never needing to take the Rolex off when swimming! Last edited by Zsprings; 31 May 2022 at 08:40 PM.. Reason: add

31 May 2022, 10:22 PM	#21
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,948	A solid square watchcase would have more weight than the current round ones. If the market desires heavier cases for style reasons then it’s possible. Such a departure from Rolex Oyster case design tradition would likely be first seen in a Tudor model to test the waters. Just my Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

31 May 2022, 10:38 PM	#22
Speedbird-1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Steve. Location: UK Posts: 6,150	The Rolex Boxter? Might happen?........naahh!

31 May 2022, 10:51 PM	#24
Zsprings "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: England Posts: 251	[QUOTE=Speedbird- If they still made that, I'd be [U]very[/U] tempted. Naaaah! and have the new style (rubber) Rolex strap attached by bent metal rod lugs!

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