About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31 in its 278243-0003 iteration marries the enduring elegance of the Datejust collection with a refined interplay of materials and craftsmanship. The case, a harmonious blend of stainless steel and yellow gold, reflects Rolex’s mastery of metallurgy, while the domed sapphire crystal adds a subtle modernity to the classic round silhouette. At 31mm in diameter, the watch strikes a balance between presence and discretion, its silver sunburst dial radiating understated sophistication. The gem-set indexes, paired with slender stick hands, evoke a timeless aesthetic, their precision echoing the collection’s legacy since its introduction in 1945 as a symbol of accessible luxury. The dial’s texture and depth, achieved through the sunburst finish, ensure it remains a focal point whether under lamplight or in natural daylight. Beneath the caseback lies the Caliber 2236, an automatic movement distinguished by its Parachrom balance spring and Chronergy escapement, ensuring exceptional accuracy and resilience. The 100-meter water resistance and the Oyster case’s seamless construction underscore Rolex’s commitment to durability without compromising refinement. This watch is for the discerning individual who values heritage and innovation in equal measure—a piece suited to formal occasions, yet equally at home as a companion in daily life. Its quiet authority speaks to those who prefer their luxury to be measured in subtlety, not spectacle.

White · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0001 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0002 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0004 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0013 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0014 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0015 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0016 · 31 mm

Grey · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278243-0017 · 31 mm

+ 15 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