About This Watch

The 278344RBR-0037 Datejust 31 stands as a refined interpretation of Rolex’s enduring commitment to understated sophistication, blending the brand’s storied heritage with contemporary elegance. Introduced in 2022, this model reimagines the Datejust’s classic silhouette through a harmonious interplay of materials: a 31-millimeter stainless steel case paired with a white gold bezel, its surface adorned with meticulously set diamonds that catch light with quiet precision. The dial, a deep, velvety blue, serves as a timeless canvas for the watch’s minimalist design—its absence of traditional indexes and the use of slender stick hands emphasizing a sense of clean, modern restraint. The sapphire crystal, paired with a closed case back, ensures durability without compromising the watch’s discreet, polished profile. At its heart lies the Caliber 2236, a self-winding movement engineered for reliability and precision, a testament to Rolex’s mastery of in-house horology. The Datejust collection, first introduced in 1945, has long epitomized the marriage of function and artistry, and this iteration continues that legacy with subtle modernity. Its 100-meter water resistance and Oyster case construction underscore its practicality, while the floral motif—etched into the dial’s surface—adds a touch of quiet intricacy. This watch is for the discerning individual who values heritage without ostentation, a piece suited to both formal occasions and the quiet confidence of everyday wear. It speaks to those who recognize luxury not in excess, but in the meticulous balance of craftsmanship, tradition, and timeless design.

Black · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278344RBR-0001 · 31 mm

Black · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278344RBR-0002 · 31 mm

White · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 278344RBR-0005 · 31 mm

White · Mother of Pearl

Ref. 278344RBR-0006 · 31 mm

Grey · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278344RBR-0007 · 31 mm

Grey · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278344RBR-0008 · 31 mm

White · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278344RBR-0011 · 31 mm

White · White Gold, Stainless Steel

Ref. 278344RBR-0012 · 31 mm

+ 25 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