Rotary Rw 1895 Limited Edition Automatic Watch - GB05249/04
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This limited edition timepiece celebrates Rotary's 125th anniversary with a heritage inspired design drawing from the brand's military heritage. The watch features a 42mm titanium case paired with a matching three-link titanium bracelet and deployment clasp, offering excellent durability alongside a lighter weight alternative to steel. The black dial showcases luminescent indices with sword and Ox hour hands, a date window at 3 o'clock, and is protected by flat sapphire crystal. Water resistant to 100 metres, the automatic movement makes this suitable for daily wear and water-based activities.
Limited to just 300 pieces, this is a collectible addition to Rotary's Heritage collection. The titanium construction throughout gives the watch a refined, tool-watch aesthetic that references vintage military designs from the brand's historical association with the British Army. The combination of nostalgic styling with contemporary materials and specifications appeals to those seeking a watch with character and tangible heritage rather than novelty appeal.
The Rotary Limited Edition GB05249/04 is listed on WatchShopper as a 42 mm titanium automatic watch with a black dial, a date display, sapphire crystal, and 100 m water resistance. It comes on a titanium bracelet. On 23 October 2026 no UK retailer we compare had it in stock; the last listed price was £399.00 at Rotary.
At £399 this watch is on the cheaper side for an automatic watch with a 40–44 mm case: 28% of the 1,387 we track from every brand cost less. 96% of the 808 Rotary watches we track cost less than this one. This is the 18th cheapest of the 19 versions of the Limited Edition we list.