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Rolex - 278344RBR-0017 Datejust 31 Stainless Steel Domed Diamond / Oyster / Grey

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Rolex Rolex - 278344RBR-0017 Datejust 31 Stainless Steel Domed Diamond / Oyster / Grey
Rolex Rolex - 278344RBR-0017 Datejust 31 Stainless Steel Domed Diamond / Oyster / Grey
Rolex Rolex - 278344RBR-0017 Datejust 31 Stainless Steel Domed Diamond / Oyster / Grey

Case

MaterialWhite Gold, Stainless Steel
Diameter31 mm
CrystalSapphire
WR100 m

Dial

ColorGrey
FinishSunburst
IndexesStick / Dot Hands: Stick

Movement

Caliber2236
Typeautomatic
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About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 2020 iteration with a grey dial and diamond-set white gold bezel, embodies the quiet confidence of a design that has endured for over seven decades. A modern reinterpretation of the Datejust’s iconic silhouette, this reference marries the brand’s mastery of proportion with a refined interplay of materials. The 31mm stainless steel case, framed by a bezel adorned with precisely set diamonds, exudes understated elegance, while the sunburst grey dial—its texture subtly shifting with the light—offers a canvas of sophistication. The stick indexes and hands, paired with the closed case back, reinforce a sense of timeless restraint, echoing the Datejust’s original 1945 debut as the first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch with a date display. At its core lies the Caliber 2236, a self-winding movement distinguished by its chronometer certification and the inclusion of a Parachrom blue balance spring, ensuring precision and resilience against shocks. The watch’s 100-meter water resistance and Oyster case construction further underscore Rolex’s commitment to durability without sacrificing aesthetic harmony. This piece is for those who value discretion as much as craftsmanship—individuals who seek a timepiece that commands respect through its quiet presence rather than ostentation. Whether worn in the boardroom or at a gala, it is a testament to the enduring appeal of a design that has, for generations, balanced innovation with enduring elegance.

The 278344RBR family

278344RBR-0017 is one of 34 variants sharing the 278344RBR base reference — same watch underneath, different dial, bezel, or bracelet execution. Browse the others:

+ 25 more variants in this family.

Inside: Caliber 2236

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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.

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