About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178274-0016 iteration, stands as a masterclass in understated elegance, blending the brand’s storied heritage with contemporary refinement. The dial, a deep grey meteorite surface, captures the organic, swirling patterns of celestial matter, a material choice that echoes the timeless allure of the cosmos. Its gem-set indexes, subtly embedded for precision and visual harmony, complement the stick hands, their minimalist form reinforcing the watch’s quiet sophistication. The fluted bezel, a hallmark of the Datejust collection since its 1945 debut, adds a touch of architectural grace, while the Jubilee bracelet—its five-link design a signature of Rolex’s engineering ingenuity—ensures both comfort and a sense of occasion. At the heart of this timepiece lies the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement distinguished by its high-frequency balance wheel and Parachrom hairspring, ensuring exceptional accuracy and resilience. The sapphire crystal, paired with a water resistance rating of 100 meters, underscores the watch’s practicality without compromising its aesthetic purity. The Datejust 31’s 31mm case, a modern reinterpretation of the original model’s proportions, strikes a balance between tradition and contemporary wearability. This watch is for the discerning individual who values heritage, craftsmanship, and the quiet confidence of a timepiece that demands no attention yet commands respect. It is suited to moments that require both precision and presence—whether in the boardroom, at a gala, or on the wrist of someone who understands that true luxury lies in the details.

Black · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178274-0004 · 31 mm

Black · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178274-0005 · 31 mm

White · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178274-0008 · 31 mm

Silver · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178274-0009 · 31 mm

Pink · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178274-0012 · 31 mm

Black · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178274-0014 · 31 mm

Silver · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178274-0017 · 31 mm

Silver · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178274-0018 · 31 mm

+ 43 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