About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 278278-0049 iteration, embodies the quiet authority of a timepiece that balances heritage with contemporary refinement. Crafted in yellow gold, its fluted bezel—a hallmark of the Datejust collection since its 1945 debut—adds a tactile elegance that has defined the model’s enduring appeal. The dial, a deep red gradient, transitions seamlessly from its outer rim to a darker core, a striking contrast to the gem-set indexes that catch light with subtle precision. Stick hands, poised and minimalist, complement the dial’s drama without competing with it. The President bracelet, with its polished gold links and hidden clasp, ensures a secure yet unobtrusive fit, a testament to Rolex’s mastery of wearable luxury. Beneath the sapphire crystal lies the Caliber 2236, an automatic movement developed in-house by Rolex, offering a 48-hour power reserve and a chronometer certification that underscores the brand’s commitment to precision. The 31mm case, slightly smaller than its predecessors, maintains the Datejust’s signature proportions while adapting to modern sensibilities. Water resistance to 100 meters ensures practicality without compromising the watch’s formal demeanor. This watch is for those who value understated sophistication, a piece suited to boardrooms, black-tie events, or quiet moments of contemplation. It is not a statement of excess, but of discernment—a legacy in motion.

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0003 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0004 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0009 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0010 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0011 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0016 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0017 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold

Ref. 278278-0018 · 31 mm

+ 19 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