About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178278-0136 iteration, embodies the enduring elegance of a collection first introduced in 1945, a timepiece that has since become an enduring symbol of refined horology. This particular reference marries the warmth of yellow gold with a sophisticated grey dial, its surface adorned with crisp Roman numerals and slender stick hands that exude quiet precision. The fluted bezel, a hallmark of the Datejust lineage, adds a tactile and visual contrast to the polished yellow gold case, while the Oyster construction ensures resilience without compromising the watch’s sleek, 31-millimeter profile. The sapphire crystal, paired with a closed case back, underscores the blend of tradition and modernity that defines the collection’s enduring appeal. At its heart lies the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement celebrated for its reliability and precision, featuring a Parachrom blue balance spring that enhances resistance to shocks and magnetic fields. This technical refinement is complemented by the watch’s 100-meter water resistance, a practicality that does not detract from its formal demeanor. The interplay of materials—gold, steel, and glass—creates a harmony that feels both timeless and contemporary. Suited for those who value understated sophistication, this watch is ideal for occasions where presence matters without ostentation: a gala, a boardroom, or a quiet moment of reflection. It is a testament to the craftsmanship of a brand that has, for over a century, defined the intersection of luxury and precision.

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