About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178344-0011 iteration, stands as a refined synthesis of enduring craftsmanship and contemporary elegance, embodying the collection’s legacy of balancing tradition with innovation. The dial’s deep grey sunburst finish, a hallmark of Rolex’s mastery over surface treatments, is framed by a domed diamond bezel set into a case that harmonizes stainless steel with white gold—a pairing that amplifies both the watch’s presence and its subtlety. Roman numerals, rendered in a crisp, legible form, anchor the dial’s symmetry, while stick hands trace their path with precision, a nod to the Datejust’s origins as a timepiece designed for clarity and sophistication. The Oyster case, sealed against the elements, ensures durability without compromising the watch’s svelte 31mm profile, a size that speaks to modern sensibilities while honoring the collection’s mid-20th-century roots. At its core, the watch houses the Caliber 2235, a self-winding movement celebrated for its reliability and precision, featuring a Parachrom balance spring that resists magnetic interference and a 72-hour power reserve. The closed case back, a deliberate choice over a display back, underscores the Datejust’s focus on function over spectacle, a philosophy that has defined the collection since its 1945 debut. This watch is for those who seek a timepiece that transcends trends—a symbol of quiet assurance and heritage. It suits the discerning individual who values understated luxury, whether in the boardroom, at a gala, or as a testament to legacy worn on the wrist.

Brown · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178344-0001 · 31 mm

Purple · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178344-0002 · 31 mm

Grey · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178344-0003 · 31 mm

White · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 178344-0004 · 31 mm

White · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178344-0005 · 31 mm

White · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 178344-0006 · 31 mm

White · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 178344-0007 · 31 mm

Black · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 178344-0008 · 31 mm

+ 42 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