About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178278-0130 iteration, embodies the quiet authority of a timepiece that has defined horological elegance for generations. This particular reference marries the enduring allure of yellow gold with the refined restraint of a grey dial, its Roman numeral indexes and stick hands rendered in a balance of precision and tradition. The fluted bezel, a hallmark of the Datejust collection since its introduction in 1945, adds a tactile dimension to its classic silhouette, while the President bracelet—crafted from polished stainless steel—offers both comfort and a subtle assertion of status. The case’s 31-millimeter diameter, paired with a lug width of 16 millimeters, ensures a presence that is neither ostentatious nor diminutive, striking a measured equilibrium between modern wearability and historical lineage. At its heart lies the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement that delivers a 70-hour power reserve and a date display that shifts seamlessly with the turning of the hour hand. Encased in a sapphire crystal and sealed to 100 meters, the watch is as practical as it is poised, a testament to Rolex’s mastery of engineering without sacrificing aesthetic harmony. The grey dial, with its understated elegance, reflects the brand’s philosophy that true luxury lies in the absence of excess. This watch is for the individual who values heritage as much as innovation, whose presence is marked not by noise but by nuance. It suits the boardroom, the gala, or the quiet moments of reflection—where time is measured not in urgency, but in the quiet confidence of a legacy worn on the wrist.

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178278-0010 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178278-0018 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178278-0021 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178278-0025 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178278-0028 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178278-0031 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178278-0034 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold

Ref. 178278-0037 · 31 mm

+ 28 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