Oyster Perpetual 41 134300 specifications
On paper the numbers look almost identical to the outgoing model. In practice, the 11.6 mm case height and the reshaped lugs are what you notice first, because they make a 41 mm steel watch sit flatter and look smaller than its diameter suggests.
| Reference | 134300 |
|---|---|
| Collection | Oyster Perpetual |
| Status | Current production |
| Introduced | 2025 |
| Predecessor | 124300 |
| Case diameter | 41 mm |
| Case thickness | 11.6 mm |
| Case material | Oystersteel |
| Bezel | Smooth domed, polished Oystersteel |
| Dial options | Pistachio (matte lacquer), Beige (matte lacquer), Lavender (matte lacquer), Medium blue (matte lacquer), Black, Dark blue, Dark green |
| Crystal | Sapphire, no Cyclops (no date) |
| Calibre | 3230 |
| Movement | Automatic, no date, Superlative Chronometer (-2/+2 s/day), Chronergy escapement, blue Parachrom hairspring, Paraflex shock absorbers |
| Power reserve | 70 hours |
| Water resistance | 100 m |
| Bracelet / strap | Oyster, three-piece links; slimmer folding Oysterclasp with 5 mm Easylink extension |
| Retail price (US) | US$7,050 |
| US retail in MYR (converted) | ≈ RM28,800 at 4.08; Malaysian list price not published |
Specifications checked against Rolex and independent references, October 2026. MYR figures marked ≈ are converted at 4.08 MYR per USD.
History and reference evolution
Rolex announced the 134300 at Watches & Wonders in April 2025. It replaced the Oyster Perpetual 41 124300, which had run for five years. Most press coverage of the new Oyster Perpetual 41 focused on the colours. However, the more lasting change is in the metalwork.
A new case, not just new paint
The case keeps its 41 mm diameter. Still, the lugs are slimmer and end in a sharper point, so the profile looks more tapered from the side. Rolex also fitted a larger Twinlock crown. That makes the crown easier to grip when you unscrew it, which matters on a no-date watch you may hand-wind after a few days off the wrist.
The bracelet keeps three-piece Oyster links. By contrast, the folding Oysterclasp is visibly thinner than before. It still carries the 5 mm Easylink comfort extension. For value, these details matter because they make a 134300 easy to tell apart from a 124300 in photos. As a result, a mismatched clasp on a listing is a quick warning sign.
Matte lacquer arrives
The launch dials were the bigger story. Rolex introduced matte lacquer for the first time on this line: pistachio, beige and lavender, later joined by a medium blue. Matte lacquer has no sunray brushing, so the colour reads flat and chalky rather than glossy. Meanwhile, black, dark blue and dark green provide a sober alternative.
Several 124300 dials disappeared in the change. Coral red, turquoise, yellow and the Celebration motif were not carried into the 134300. Consequently, those dials became fixed in supply, and that shifted collector money towards the older reference.
The movement stayed put
Calibre 3230 carries over unchanged in the 134300's Oyster Perpetual case. It is a no-date automatic with the Chronergy escapement, a blue Parachrom hairspring and roughly 70 hours of reserve. Rolex certifies it as a Superlative Chronometer at -2/+2 seconds a day after casing. So if you are choosing between the two references, accuracy and service intervals are not a reason to pick one over the other.
A gold sibling in 2026
In 2026 Rolex added the 134303, a Rolesor version with a yellow-gold bezel and crown for the Oyster centenary. It shares this case and movement. That watch is priced and traded very differently, so do not let a centenary listing anchor your expectations for the steel model.
134300 pre-owned prices compared
| Condition | What it means | USD | MYR (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unworn, full set | Stickers or barely worn, box, card dated within ~2 years, all tags | US$11,000 – US$12,500 | RM45,000 – RM51,000 |
| Excellent, box & papers | Light wear, unpolished or lightly polished, warranty card present | US$9,600 – US$11,800 | RM39,000 – RM48,000 |
| Good, no papers | Normal wear, watch only or box only, service history helps | US$8,200 – US$10,900 | RM33,000 – RM44,000 |
| Polished or aftermarket parts | Soft case edges, replaced dial/bezel/bracelet, or non-Rolex parts | US$6,900 – US$10,000 | RM28,000 – RM41,000 |
Bands reflect asking and achieved prices from 3 public market sources in October 2026, rounded. Retail for comparison: US$7,050. Prices move; use them as a sense-check, not a quote.
Against a list price of US$7,050, an excellent example with box and papers sits around US$9,600 – US$11,800. For an Oyster Perpetual 41, that is a real premium, but a modest one by steel sports-watch standards. Converted at 4.08, the excellent band works out to roughly RM39,000 to RM48,000.
What moves the price of this reference
Dial colour comes first. Pistachio and lavender ask the most, while black and dark blue examples trade closest to retail. The gap can be several thousand dollars on otherwise identical watches. Therefore, always compare like with like before deciding whether an ask is fair.
Completeness comes next. A full set means the box, the dated warranty card (2025 or 2026) and the green Superlative Chronometer tag. Also, an unsized bracelet with factory stickers adds a few hundred dollars, because the buyer knows no links have been lost. By contrast, the first-year 2025 examples carry no extra value yet.
Finally, availability caps the whole Oyster Perpetual 41 market. Steel Oyster Perpetuals are among the easier current Rolex to buy at retail. That is why the premium has narrowed as supply of the darker dials improved.
Where to check prices
Start with the official list price from Rolex or a boutique, because it is the ceiling a patient buyer can wait for. Next, look at grey dealers who sell unworn pieces; their asks mark the top of the market. Marketplace listings on Chrono24 show volume, but filter by dial colour and by "box and papers", otherwise the average is meaningless. Auction results are thin for a current reference this young, so they add little here. Our used Rolex price guide explains how we read each source.
In Malaysia, many private sellers list on Mudah or the Lowyat forum. Those listings often quote RM without saying which dial or which year. Ask for the card and a photo of the clasp before you discuss numbers.
When a price is too good to be true
Treat any complete 134300 Oyster Perpetual set offered below about US$8,000 (around RM33,000) with suspicion. That is under the bottom of the no-papers band for a watch that still trades above retail. Likewise, a "new" pastel dial priced under list deserves a hard look. Sellers rarely discount a current Rolex that sells easily.
Genuine vs replica: how to check a 134300
Because the Oyster Perpetual 41 134300 is new, many replicas still copy the older 124300 case. That is helpful. For example, a fat Oysterclasp or a small crown on a pistachio dial is a contradiction you can spot from a listing photo. The checks below go from easy to hard. Also read our full real vs fake Rolex guide for the general method.
Case, crown and clasp
Compare the side profile with official photos. The lugs should look slim and sharply angled, and the crown should look large next to the case. Next, open the clasp. It should be thin and crisply machined, with an engraved coronet and a smooth Easylink extension. Solid end links should meet the case with no visible gap.
Genuine: clasp and bracelet machining
- Crisp transitions between brushed and polished surfaces
- Clasp blade and logo cleanly milled, not stamped-looking
- Bracelet links tight, quiet, no rattle; screws not pins on modern pieces
Warning signs
- Polishing bleeds over brushed edges
- Fuzzy logo, uneven font, or stamped-in look
- Loose links, sharp burrs inside the clasp, cheap spring-loaded feel
Dial finish and markers
The pistachio, beige and lavender dials are matte lacquer. Therefore, any sunburst effect on those colours is wrong. Hold the watch under a lamp and tilt it: the surface should stay flat and even. The applied markers and hands should be cleanly finished, and the Chromalight lume should glow blue in the dark. A green glow points to a fake or a replaced part.
Genuine: lume colour and application
- Modern pieces glow blue (Chromalight) and stay bright for hours
- Every marker and hand glows at the same intensity
- Lume plots filled neatly to the edge of the surround
Warning signs
- Green or mixed-colour glow on a modern reference
- Hands and markers fade at different rates
- Overfilled or thin, lumpy plots under a loupe
Rehaut, crystal and caseback
The inner ring under the crystal carries ROLEX ROLEX engraving with the case serial at 6 o'clock. That serial must match the warranty card. Also look for the tiny laser-etched coronet in the sapphire crystal at 6 o'clock; you will need a loupe and an angle to see it. Meanwhile, the caseback should be plain, screw-down Oystersteel with no window and no factory engraving.
Genuine: rehaut engraving alignment
- Each engraved crown and letter lines up with its minute marker
- Engraving is crisp, even in depth, and readable at 12 o'clock
- Serial number engraved on the rehaut at 6 on modern pieces
Warning signs
- Letters drift between markers as they go around the ring
- Shallow, sandy-looking or uneven engraving
- Serial at 6 printed rather than engraved, or wrong format
What only a watchmaker can confirm
Calibre 3230 has a blue Parachrom hairspring and the Chronergy escapement. Only a watchmaker can open the case and confirm those parts, the calibre marking and the rotor finishing. A timing machine will also show whether the rate fits a Superlative Chronometer. In Kuala Lumpur, that means an official service centre or a trusted independent. Ask for the result in writing.
Who the 134300 suits, and the alternatives
The Oyster Perpetual 41 134300 is a watch for someone who wants a modern Rolex with no tool function and no date. It suits wrists of roughly 17 cm (6.7 in) and up, although the slimmer lugs make it kinder to smaller wrists than the 124300. It is also a reasonable first Rolex because availability is decent and the price is the lowest for a 41 mm steel model. Our first Rolex buying guide covers that choice in more depth.
If you want something a size down, read Oyster Perpetual 36 vs 41 and look at the 126000. If you want a date and a fluted bezel, the comparison in Datejust vs Oyster Perpetual is the place to start. For a 40 mm steel sports alternative at a similar price, the Explorer 40 224270 is worth a look. Meanwhile, collectors chasing a glossy colour dial should shop the discontinued 124300 instead.
Oyster Perpetual 41 124300
The first 41 mm OP (2020-2025). Coral, turquoise, yellow and Celebration dials carry big premiums. Discontinued
Oyster Perpetual 36 126000
The unisex 36 mm OP with calibre 3230. Turquoise and Celebration dials lead resale.
Oyster Perpetual 41 (100 Years) 134303
The 2026 Oyster centenary model: slate sunray dial, gold bezel and crown, steel bracelet.
134300 FAQ
What is the difference between the 134300 and the 124300?
Both use a 41 mm Oystersteel case and calibre 3230 with 70 hours of reserve. The 134300 adds slimmer, sharper lugs, a larger Twinlock crown and a thinner Oysterclasp. It also replaced glossy colour dials with matte pastels and darker tones. The movement and water resistance are unchanged.
Is the pistachio dial worth the premium?
Only if you love the colour. Pistachio and lavender ask the most on the secondary market. However, Rolex still makes them, so supply should keep improving. If resale matters, the gap between pastel and dark dials has more room to shrink than to grow.
How much is the Oyster Perpetual 41 134300 in Malaysia?
The US list price of US$7,050 converts to roughly RM28,800. We have not confirmed the Malaysian list price from two retailers yet, so check it with a Kuala Lumpur boutique. Pre-owned examples with papers generally trade between about RM39,000 and RM48,000.
Does the 134300 have a date?
No. Like every Oyster Perpetual, it shows hours, minutes and seconds only, so there is no Cyclops lens. If you want the same size with a date, look at the Datejust 41. A 134300 with a date window is not genuine.
Is the 134300 easy to buy at retail?
Easier than most current steel Rolex. Black, dark blue and dark green dials often arrive within weeks or a few months for a known client. Pastel dials take longer. That relative availability is why the grey-market premium has narrowed since 2025.
Will a 2025-dated 134300 be worth more than a 2026 one?
Not so far. The market has not separated 2025 and 2026 cards on this watch. Today the dial colour, a complete set and an unsized bracelet matter far more than the year on the card.
Last updated . Written and fact-checked by the Rolex Malaysian editorial team. Specifications and prices are re-checked quarterly.