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Rolex - 178240-0037 Datejust 31 Stainless Steel Domed / Jubilee / Blue Roman

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Rolex Rolex - 178240-0037 Datejust 31 Stainless Steel Domed / Jubilee / Blue Roman
Rolex Rolex - 178240-0037 Datejust 31 Stainless Steel Domed / Jubilee / Blue Roman
Rolex Rolex - 178240-0037 Datejust 31 Stainless Steel Domed / Jubilee / Blue Roman
Rolex Rolex - 178240-0037 Datejust 31 Stainless Steel Domed / Jubilee / Blue Roman

Case

MaterialStainless Steel
Diameter31 mm
CrystalSapphire
WR100 m

Dial

ColorBlue
IndexesRoman Numerals Hands: Stick

Movement

Caliber2235
Typeautomatic
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About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31 reference 178240-0037 stands as a masterclass in understated elegance, blending the enduring legacy of the Datejust collection with a contemporary reinterpretation of timeless design. Introduced in 1945, the Datejust has long symbolized the intersection of precision and sophistication, and this iteration honors that heritage with a dial that commands quiet attention: a deep, rich blue backdrop adorned with luminescent Roman numerals and sleek stick hands, their sharp outlines reflecting the watch’s unerring focus on clarity and proportion. The domed sapphire crystal, paired with a polished stainless steel case, enhances the illusion of depth, while the Jubilee bracelet—characteristic of the Datejust’s signature aesthetic—offers a balance of comfort and refinement, its five links flowing seamlessly from the case to the clasp. At its heart lies the Caliber 2235, a self-winding movement engineered for reliability and precision, with a 70-hour power reserve and a Parachrom blue balance spring that ensures resilience against shocks and magnetic interference. The watch’s 100-meter water resistance, though not a feature marketed for aquatic pursuits, underscores its robust construction, a hallmark of Rolex’s commitment to durability without compromise. This timepiece is not merely an object of utility but a statement of discernment

The 178240 family

178240-0037 is one of 24 variants sharing the 178240 base reference — same watch underneath, different dial, bezel, or bracelet execution. Browse the others:

+ 15 more variants in this family.

Inside: Caliber 2235

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This model is equipped with calibre 2235, a self-winding mechanical movement entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. Like all Rolex Perpetual movements, the 2235 is a certified Swiss chronometer, a designation reserved for high-precision watches that have successfully passed the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC) tests. Its architecture, in common with all Oyster watch movements, makes it singularly reliable

732 other watches in the library run the Rolex 2235.

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