About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178278-0135 iteration, marries enduring elegance with the refined precision of the brand’s legacy. A yellow gold fluted case, a hallmark of Rolex’s craftsmanship since the 1940s, frames a dial that balances sophistication and subtlety. The white surface is adorned with pave-set Roman numerals, their gentle sparkle a quiet nod to tradition, while the stick hands trace the hours with quiet authority. The Oyster case, a testament to Rolex’s pioneering waterproof technology, ensures durability without compromising the watch’s svelte 31-millimeter profile, a size that marries modern wearability with the Datejust’s classic proportions. At its heart lies the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement celebrated for its reliability and the inclusion of a date display that shifts seamlessly through the sapphire crystal. The fluted bezel, a design element first introduced in the 1950s, adds a tactile and visual dimension that has become synonymous with the Datejust’s identity. This reference, while rooted in the collection’s heritage of timeless design, carries a contemporary refinement that speaks to the evolving tastes of discerning collectors. A watch for those who value understated sophistication, the 178278-0135 is suited to moments that demand both presence and restraint—whether in the boardroom, at a gala, or as a companion to the quiet confidence of everyday life. It is not merely a timepiece, but a quiet assertion of legacy.

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