Hello, everyone, I’m the editor from Noob Factory, and today I’m thrilled to present the latest release from NOOB—The Rolex Sky-Dweller 326934 with an Oyster Blue Dial. This venerable factory, after some time of quiet development, has targeted the highly popular Rolex Sky-Dweller series. Moving away from using the 2836 and 3135 movements, NOOB has opted for a direct adaptation of the sophisticated 9001 movement, demonstrating a commitment to authenticity and quality.
Launched in 2012, the Rolex Sky-Dweller is Rolex’s premier model featuring both a dual time zone display and an annual calendar, and is notably the first to incorporate a bezel-operated adjustment system. This makes it one of the most complex models within the Rolex lineup. The Sky-Dweller boasts the intricate 9001 caliber, supported by the brand’s influential reputation. It has garnered widespread attention from the watch community for its innovative patented technologies and classic fluted bezel design, quickly becoming a sought-after piece and maintaining its appeal over the years. NOOB currently offers this model in a striking Oyster Blue Dial among other options. Let’s take a closer look at the craftsmanship of the NOOB version.
The watch has a 42mm diameter, maintaining a case thickness similar to the original. It is equipped with a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal featuring a prominently magnified date window, the blue tint of the magnifier enhancing the ‘blue hole’ visual effect from afar. It displays two time zones: local time via the central hands and a second time zone through an off-center 24-hour disc. Adjusting the watch functions involves rotating the bezel: pull out the crown to the second gear for clockwise rotation to set the date and counterclockwise to adjust the 24-hour disc, with the final setting for the minute hand. This method of adjustment is faithfully replicated from the original.
The dial’s treatment captures direct sunlight beautifully, enhancing the allure of the Oyster Blue color and maintaining the aesthetic lineage of the Datejust series. The bracelet, crafted with superior stainless steel by NOOB, includes a triple-row link configuration with a 5mm easy-to-adjust extension system at the clasp, ensuring adjustable comfort for all wearers.
To date, this release represents NOOB’s first major innovation of the year, and the attention to detail and quality in this replica is outstanding. Since its resurgence, NOOB has focused on introducing new models and addressing the deficiencies of earlier ones, suggesting a strong comeback is imminent. Let’s stay tuned for more impressive achievements from NOOB Factory.
