About This Watch

The 278344RBR-0038 Datejust 31 stands apart within Rolex’s storied lineage through its refined interplay of materials and understated elegance. Introduced in 2022, this iteration marries the robustness of stainless steel with the warmth of white gold, framed by a diamond-set bezel that catches light with quiet precision. The dial, a deep blue reminiscent of twilight waters, is uncluttered save for its subtle floral motif—a nod to the Datejust’s enduring commitment to classic design. Stick hands and a lack of traditional indexes lend the piece a sense of restraint, allowing the craftsmanship of the case and the depth of the dial to take center stage. The 31mm diameter ensures a balance between presence and discretion, a hallmark of the Datejust collection since its 1945 debut. Beneath the sapphire crystal lies the automatic caliber 2236, a movement celebrated for its reliability and precision, with a power reserve of approximately 55 hours. The closed caseback, paired with the Oyster case’s 100-meter water resistance, underscores Rolex’s unwavering dedication to durability without compromising aesthetics. This watch is for those who value heritage as much as innovation—individuals who seek a timepiece that transcends trends, embodying the quiet confidence of a legacy forged over a century. It suits occasions where subtlety speaks volumes, whether in the boardroom, at a gala, or as a testament to enduring taste worn on the wrist.

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