A First Look At The New Rolex Perpetual Padellone

Rolex has just unveiled the Perpetual Padellone, a modern reimagining of the legendary reference 8171 and one of the most unexpected releases from the Crown in years. Drawing from one of Rolex’s rarest and most collectible vintage watches, the new Perpetual Padellone pairs a complete annual calendar with a moonphase display, changing the day, date, and month instantaneously at midnight. Inside is the new 5 Hz calibre 7190, featuring Rolex’s patented Haplos system and technology covered by 30 patent applications. Available in 18k Everose gold and platinum, the Perpetual Padellone combines distinctly vintage proportions and details with a meteorite moonphase disc, a new Settimo bracelet, and thoroughly modern Rolex watchmaking. In this first look, we break down the design, history, mechanics, and significance of a watch few expected Rolex to bring back. Read the full story on Hodinkee: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/introducing-rolex-perpetual-padellone Follow HODINKEE: https://www.instagram.com/hodinkee/​ See more videos on our site: https://www.hodinkee.com/videos​ Download our podcasts: https://www.hodinkee.com/podcasts​ And don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our channel. Thank you! #hodinkee