About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178273-0038 iteration, marries the brand’s enduring commitment to refined craftsmanship with a modern reinterpretation of its classic silhouette. The Rolesor yellow fluted case, a hallmark of Rolex’s ingenuity, blends 18ct gold with stainless steel, its polished edges catching light with a quiet authority. At its heart lies a mother-of-pearl dial, its iridescent sheen shifting subtly with the angle of illumination, framed by gem-set indexes that add a touch of discreet opulence. The stick hands, sharp and unadorned, trace the dial’s white expanse with precision, while the sapphire crystal ensures clarity and resilience. As the flagship model of the Datejust collection—a lineage established in 1945 as the first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch—the 31mm case size strikes a balance between tradition and contemporary wearability. Beneath the caseback, the Caliber 2235 automatic movement operates with the reliability and precision for which Rolex is renowned, its architecture a testament to the brand’s mastery of in-house engineering. The watch’s 100-meter water resistance and closed caseback further underscore its practicality without compromising its aesthetic restraint. This timepiece is for the discerning individual who values understated elegance and heritage, seeking a companion for both formal occasions and moments of quiet distinction. It is not a statement, but a signature—a quiet assertion of taste and timelessness.

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178273-0001 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178273-0002 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178273-0006 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178273-0009 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178273-0010 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178273-0011 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178273-0013 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178273-0015 · 31 mm

+ 23 more variants in this family.

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.

Rolex - 178158-0056 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Diamond / Oyster / Black MOP

Ref. 178158-0056 · 31 mm

Rolex - 178248-0079 Datejust 31 Yellow Gold Domed / Oyster / Champagne Roman

Ref. 178248-0079 · 31 mm

Rolex - 178245f-0032 Datejust 31 Everose Domed / President / Chocolate Roman

Ref. 178245f-0032 · 31 mm

Rolex - 81299-0014 Datejust Pearlmaster 34 White Gold Diamond Mother of Pearl Diamonds

Ref. 81299-0014 · 34 mm