About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, with its understated elegance and enduring refinement, represents a masterclass in balancing tradition with contemporary precision. The 2020 iteration, distinguished by its grey sunburst dial, captures the essence of the Datejust collection’s legacy while introducing a subtle yet striking modernity. The dial’s muted tone, paired with Roman numeral indexes and slender stick hands, exudes quiet sophistication, its sunburst finish adding depth that shifts with the light. Encased in polished stainless steel, the 31-millimeter Oyster case—domed and robust—embodies Rolex’s commitment to durability without sacrificing proportion, its 100-meter water resistance a testament to the brand’s engineering ethos. The sapphire crystal, paired with a closed case back, ensures the watch remains both impervious to the elements and a seamless vessel for the mechanical artistry within. At its heart lies the Caliber 2236, a self-winding movement that marries Rolex’s centuries-old craftsmanship with contemporary innovation. Its precision and reliability, hallmarks of the brand since the early 20th century, are evident in every detail, from the smooth sweeping of the hands to the date’s discreet, cyclops-protected display. The Datejust collection, first introduced in 1945, has long symbolized the intersection of accessibility and luxury, and this iteration continues that tradition with a refined, minimalist aesthetic suited to those who value subtlety over ostentation. This watch is for the discerning individual who seeks a timepiece as timeless as it is versatile—a companion for boardrooms, soirées, or quiet moments of reflection. Its understated presence speaks volumes, ensuring its place not as a statement, but as a legacy in the making.

Black · Stainless Steel

Ref. 278240-0001 · 31 mm

Black · Stainless Steel

Ref. 278240-0002 · 31 mm

White · Stainless Steel

Ref. 278240-0003 · 31 mm

White · Stainless Steel

Ref. 278240-0004 · 31 mm

Silver · Stainless Steel

Ref. 278240-0005 · 31 mm

Silver · Stainless Steel

Ref. 278240-0006 · 31 mm

Pink · Stainless Steel

Ref. 278240-0007 · 31 mm

Pink · Stainless Steel

Ref. 278240-0008 · 31 mm

+ 9 more variants in this family.

This self-winding mechanical movement with date display is entirely manufactured by Rolex and inaugurates a new generation of movements. Its design and quality manufacture ensure peerless precision and reliability. Like all Rolex Perpetual movements, the 2236 is a certified Swiss chronometer, a designation reserved for high-precision watches that have successfully passed the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC) tests. It was first introduced in 2014. It the first movement to be fitted with the Syloxi (silicon) hairspring.

906 other watches in the library run the Rolex 2236.

Rolex - 278245-0018 Datejust 31 Rose Gold / Domed / White - Roman / President

Ref. 278245-0018 · 31 mm

Rolex - 278245-0019 Datejust 31 Rose Gold / Domed / Butterfly / Oyster

Ref. 278245-0019 · 31 mm

Rolex - 278245-0024 Datejust 31 Rose Gold / Domed / Chocolate - Roman / President

Ref. 278245-0024 · 31 mm

Rolex - 278245-0029 Datejust 31 Rose Gold / Domed / Rose - Diamond / Oyster

Ref. 278245-0029 · 31 mm