Datejust 31 Stainless Steel/ Rose Gold / Fluted / Rose - Roman / Jubilee

About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31 reference 278271-0006 embodies the enduring elegance of the Datejust collection, a line that has defined luxury wristwatch design since its introduction in 1945. This particular iteration marries the timeless appeal of stainless steel with the warm, enduring patina of rose gold, a combination that balances understated sophistication with a touch of opulence. The dial, a deep rose hue with a sunburst finish, catches light with subtle gradations, while the Roman numerals and stick hands contribute to a classic, legible aesthetic that feels both modern and rooted in tradition. The fluted bezel, a hallmark of Rolex’s design language, adds a refined texture that complements the polished case, and the Jubilee bracelet ensures a secure, comfortable fit that transitions seamlessly from formal occasions to everyday wear. At its core, the watch is driven by the Caliber 2236, an automatic movement renowned for its precision, reliability, and in-house engineering. This mechanical heart, paired with a 100-meter water resistance, underscores Rolex’s commitment to both horological excellence and practicality. The Datejust 31’s 31mm case size offers a proportion that feels intimate yet commanding, making it a versatile choice for those who value discretion as much as craftsmanship. This watch is for the discerning individual who seeks a timepiece that transcends trends, embodying quiet confidence and heritage. It suits the boardroom, the gala, or the quiet moments in between—where legacy and refinement are worn with ease.

In Context

At 31 mm it is small by current standards, in the range most wristwatches occupied before cases began growing through the 1990s. The case back is closed, so the movement stays out of sight, and the sapphire crystal will resist everything short of deliberate abuse. 100 m is genuine swimming resistance — more than the shape of this watch suggests it would need.

The movement winds itself from the motion of your wrist. 55 hours of reserve is enough to set it down on Friday evening and find it still running on Monday. At 28,800 vph the seconds hand advances 8 times a second.

278271-0006 is one of 24 executions of the 278271 base reference. Underneath they are the same watch; what separates this one is a rose sunburst dial and a rose gold, stainless steel case.

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White · Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

278271-0001 · 31 mm

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White · Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

278271-0002 · 31 mm

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Brown · Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

278271-0003 · 31 mm

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Brown · Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

278271-0004 · 31 mm

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Rose · Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

278271-0005 · 31 mm

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Rose · Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

278271-0009 · 31 mm

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Rose · Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

278271-0010 · 31 mm

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Silver · Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

278271-0015 · 31 mm

+ 15 more variants in this family.

The 2236 is the Rolex movement inside more watches in this library than any other: 907, in the 28 mm Lady-Datejust and the 31 mm Datejust 31. It was the first Rolex caliber with a silicon hairspring. Introduced in 2014 in the Pearlmaster 34, it is a 20 mm automatic with a date, 31 jewels, a 55-hour reserve and a beat of 28,800 vph, certified by the COSC and then tested again by Rolex after casing to the Superlative Chronometer tolerance of two seconds a day. Its distinction is the Syloxi hairspring: silicon, immune to magnetism, etched to a patented geometry that keeps the spring concentric in every position, and paired with Paraflex shock absorbers. The larger Rolex calibers kept the Parachrom alloy spring; Syloxi did not reach a men's movement until the 7140 of 2023. The [2236 piece](/blog/the-rolex-2236-the-most-common-movement-in-this-library) sets out that history. In the library it powers 488 [Datejust 31](/brands/rolex/datejust-31) references, the seven-digit 2782xx generation of 2020, 399 [Lady-Datejusts](/brands/rolex/lady-datejust) of the 2791xx generation of 2015, 15 [Pearlmasters](/brands/rolex/pearlmaster) and 5 [Yacht-Master 37s](/brands/rolex/yacht-master). The [2235](/calibers/rolex-2235) is the 48-hour movement it replaced, the [2232](/calibers/rolex-2232) its no-date sibling for the Oyster Perpetual, and the [3235](/calibers/rolex-3235) its counterpart in the 36 mm and 41 mm cases.

906 other watches in the library run the Rolex 2236.

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Lady-Datejust 28 Rolesor Everose Diamond / Oyster / MOP

279381RBR-0014 · 28 mm

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Lady-Datejust 28 Rolesor Rose Diamond / Jubilee / MOP

279381rbr-0013 · 28 mm

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Lady-Datejust 28 Rolesor Yellow Domed / Oyster / MOP

279163-0014 · 28 mm

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Datejust 31 Stainless Steel / Yellow Gold / Diamond / Black MOP / Oyster

278383RBR-0023 · 31 mm