About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31 178343-0028 exemplifies the enduring refinement of the Datejust collection, a lineage established in 1945 as one of the first wristwatches to feature a date window at the 3 o’clock position. This particular reference marries the brand’s signature Rolesor construction—yellow gold and stainless steel—into a 31mm case that balances presence with subtlety. The dial, a polished silver backdrop, is adorned with stick indexes and hands that echo the clean, minimalist aesthetic of mid-20th-century horology, while a domed diamond bezel adds a discreet touch of opulence. The Jubilee bracelet, with its five-link design, complements the case’s proportions, ensuring both comfort and a sense of timeless elegance. At its core lies the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement distinguished by its precision and reliability, featuring a Parachrom blue balance spring and a 70-hour power reserve. The sapphire crystal, paired with a closed case back, underscores the watch’s commitment to durability and discretion. The 100-meter water resistance, though not a feature typically flaunted, reflects the practicality inherent in Rolex’s engineering. This watch is for the discerning individual who values heritage, craftsmanship, and understated sophistication. It suits formal occasions with its refined presence, yet its proportions and materials make it equally at home in everyday wear. For those who seek a timepiece that merges legacy

Green · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178343-0001 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178343-0002 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178343-0003 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178343-0004 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178343-0005 · 31 mm

White · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 178343-0006 · 31 mm

White · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 178343-0007 · 31 mm

Black · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 178343-0008 · 31 mm

+ 25 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