About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31 reference 278343RBR-0031 stands apart for its harmonious blend of materials and its striking, deliberate aesthetic choices. The case, a fusion of stainless steel and yellow gold, reflects Rolex’s longstanding tradition of pairing robustness with refinement, while the dial’s deep olive green hue—reminiscent of a muted natural tone—offers a rare and subdued contrast to the watch’s metallic elements. The absence of traditional indexes and the use of slender, minimalist stick hands amplify the dial’s clean, almost architectural presence, drawing attention to the subtle floral motif etched into the bezel. This design, though restrained, carries the Datejust collection’s legacy of understated elegance, first introduced in 1945 as a symbol of timeless sophistication. At its core, the watch houses the Caliber 2236, an automatic movement renowned for its precision and reliability, featuring a Parachrom blue balance spring and a 70-hour power reserve. The domed sapphire crystal and the case’s 100-meter water resistance further underscore its balance of function and artistry. The 31mm diameter, a modern reinterpretation of the Datejust’s classic proportions, ensures a presence that is both intimate and commanding. This timepiece is suited for those who value discretion as much as craftsmanship—individuals who seek a watch that complements a refined lifestyle without overt statement. It thrives in the quiet moments of significance: a boardroom meeting, a gala, or a quiet evening with a book. Its presence is not about being seen, but about being recognized.

White · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278343RBR-0001 · 31 mm

White · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278343RBR-0002 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278343RBR-0003 · 31 mm

Silver · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278343RBR-0004 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278343RBR-0013 · 31 mm

Champagne · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278343RBR-0014 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278343RBR-0015 · 31 mm

Green · Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278343RBR-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