About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 278248-0035 iteration, marries the enduring elegance of the Datejust collection with a refined interplay of materials and proportions. The 31-millimeter yellow gold case, polished to a warm luster, is framed by a domed sapphire crystal that amplifies the depth of the grey sunburst dial beneath. This dial, a masterclass in subtlety, features gem-set indexes that catch light with quiet precision, while stick hands trace the hour with minimalist grace. The Datejust’s legacy—established in 1945 as the first waterproof chronometer-equipped wristwatch—resonates here, where timeless design meets the precision of modern horology. The Oyster case, a hallmark of Rolex’s engineering, ensures durability without compromising the watch’s svelte silhouette, its 100-meter water resistance a silent testament to resilience. At its heart lies the Caliber 2236, a self-winding movement with a Parachrom balance spring and Chronergy escapement, ensuring reliability and accuracy in every tick. The watch’s understated sophistication—rooted in the Datejust’s decades-long role as a symbol of discreet luxury—makes it a natural choice for those who value heritage and craftsmanship. It is the kind of timepiece that thrives in moments of quiet distinction: a boardroom meeting, a gala, or simply a Sunday morning stroll where the interplay of light on the dial becomes an unspoken conversation between maker and wearer.

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0003 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0004 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0013 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0014 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0015 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0016 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0017 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278248-0018 · 31 mm

+ 17 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