About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 278243-0027 iteration, embodies the quiet elegance of a timepiece that balances tradition with refined modernity. The combination of stainless steel and yellow gold on the case and bracelet creates a harmonious interplay of materials, while the domed sapphire crystal and rounded Oyster case lend a tactile warmth that feels both contemporary and enduring. At its heart lies a mother-of-pearl dial, its natural iridescence enhanced by a high-gloss finish that catches light with subtle, shifting hues. The gem-set indexes, meticulously placed along the edge, add a touch of understated opulence, complemented by the simplicity of stick hands that ensure legibility without intrusion. As the flagship model of the Datejust collection—a lineage established in 1945 as one of the first self-winding chronometers with a date display—the watch carries the weight of a heritage defined by precision and timeless design. The movement, the in-house Caliber 2236, exemplifies Rolex’s commitment to mechanical excellence, offering a 55-hour power reserve and a certified chronometer rating. Its construction, paired with the watch’s 100-meter water resistance, underscores a balance between everyday utility and haute horlogerie. The 31mm case diameter, paired with a 16mm lug width, ensures a presence that is neither overwhelming nor diminutive, making

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