About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178384-0040 iteration, exemplifies the quiet authority of a design that has endured for decades while embracing subtle modern refinements. At its heart lies a dial of white mother-of-pearl, a material that captures and diffuses light with a soft, iridescent sheen, enhancing the watch’s understated elegance. The Roman numerals, meticulously applied, and the slender stick hands create a balanced composition that feels both classic and refined, while the diamond-set bezel adds a touch of discreet opulence. This particular reference, with its 31mm case and Jubilee bracelet, strikes a harmonious balance between the Datejust’s storied heritage and contemporary sensibilities, offering a more intimate presence on the wrist without sacrificing the collection’s iconic silhouette. The Datejust, introduced in 1945, has long been a symbol of timeless sophistication, and this model honors that legacy with its precise engineering and restrained luxury. The Caliber 2235 automatic movement, housed within a closed caseback, ensures reliable performance and a date display that remains discreetly positioned at the 6 o’clock mark. The sapphire crystal, paired with a water resistance of 100 meters, underscores the watch’s practicality without compromising its aesthetic purity. A watch of this calibre appeals to those who value subtlety over ostentation, preferring a timepiece that commands respect through craftsmanship rather than volume. It is suited to moments that demand quiet confidence—whether in the boardroom, at a gala, or as a companion to a well-tailored suit—where the interplay of light on the dial and the smooth curvature of the Jubilee bracelet speak volumes without needing to.

Silver · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178384-0001 · 31 mm

Silver · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178384-0003 · 31 mm

White · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 178384-0004 · 31 mm

Black · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 178384-0005 · 31 mm

White · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178384-0006 · 31 mm

Grey · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178384-0007 · 31 mm

Pink · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178384-0009 · 31 mm

Grey · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 178384-0010 · 31 mm

+ 43 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