About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 278243-0018 iteration, marries the enduring elegance of the Datejust collection with a refined interplay of materials and proportions. The 31mm case, crafted from a combination of stainless steel and yellow gold, offers a balanced aesthetic that bridges the timeless appeal of classic Rolex design with contemporary sensibilities. The domed caseback, a subtle yet deliberate nod to the brand’s mid-20th-century engineering, enhances the watch’s three-dimensional presence. Beneath the sapphire crystal lies a grey sunburst dial, its radial finish catching light with quiet sophistication. Roman numerals, rendered in a legible yet traditional form, frame the stick hands, while the Jubilee bracelet—characteristic of the Datejust lineage—adds a layer of comfort and refinement. Introduced in 1945, the Datejust collection has long symbolized the intersection of precision and prestige, and this reference honors that legacy with understated craftsmanship. At its core, the watch houses the Caliber 2236, an automatic movement distinguished by its robust construction and the inclusion of a date display that operates with seamless accuracy. The 100-meter water resistance and the use of a closed caseback underscore Rolex’s commitment to durability without compromising the watch’s visual harmony. This timepiece is for the discerning individual who values discretion as much as heritage

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. 278243-0003 · 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

+ 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