Rolex’s 6 new watches for 2022, revealed – from the surprising left-handed GMT-Master II and the Yacht-Master 40 dripping with diamonds and sapphires, to the classic Air-King

Apr 1 , 2022

What has Rolex got in store for us in 2022? Photo: Rolex via Business Insider

Rolex unveiled six new watches during the annual Watches and Wonders conference in Geneva, introducing new colours, materials and movements for five of its mainstay lines

The Swiss brand’s Datejust 31 features a colourful dial with flowers while the Day-Date 40 in platinum has a new ice blue look – and the Rolex fluted bezel for the first time

Rolex has revealed six new watches for 2022 during the annual Watches and Wonders conference in Geneva, showcasing the brand’s accomplishments beautifully.

The Swiss brand introduced new colours, materials and movements for five of its mainstay lines. Arguably most surprising is a green and black GMT-Master II with a left-handed winding crown.

Let’s take a closer look at the six marvellous timepieces …

1. Air-King

Rolex’s Air-King. Photo: Rolex via Business Insider

First up, the Air-King, Rolex’s classic offering for aviators since 1958.

Notably, the dial now features a zero in front of the five for a more balanced look, and a new Calibre 3230 movement.

The Rolex Air-King’s dial now features a zero in front of the five. Photo: Rolex via Business Insider

“Unlike the predecessor, this model is now made with crown guards, giving it a much sportier look like the GMT and Sub,” said Paul Altieri, CEO of Bob’s Watches.

Rolex’s Air-King now has a sportier look. Photo: Rolex via Business Insider

2. Day-Date 40

The Rolex Day-Date 40 has the Rolex fluted bezel for the first time. Photo: Rolex via Business Insider