Aigi Watches Polar Day 32mmvsRolex Datejust

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Aigi Watches Polar Day 32mm at true scale

Polar Day 32mm

Rolex Datejust at true scale

Datejust

Diameter

32mm

31mm

Thickness

6.6mm

n/a

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

55h

MSRP

$167

lowest

$9,350

Movement

Ronda 762

2236

Case

8 specs
Diameter
32mm
31mm
Thickness
6.6mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
14mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Finish
n/a
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
n/a
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Flat
Dial Color
gold
Light Green
Indices
n/a
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
Ronda 762
2236
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
55h
Jewels
0
31
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$167
$9,350
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Aigi Watches Polar Day 32mm

The Aigi Watches POLAR DAY 32MM features a dial with an interesting raised pyramid texture and triangle accents that catch the light. One owner received the watch with a Miyota 9015 movement upgrade. On balance, owners appreciate the dial design of the Aigi Watches POLAR DAY 32MM.

Rolex Datejust

The Rolex Datejust is widely praised for its aesthetic variety, robust elegance, and versatility, making it suitable for daily wear in various settings. Owners consistently highlight the exceptional comfort of the Jubilee bracelet, with some preferring its "pizzazz" over the sportier Oyster bracelet. The 36mm size is frequently noted for its tasteful proportions, though opinions on dial colors and bezel styles, such as fluted or domed, vary among enthusiasts. Some configurations, particularly those with fluted bezels and Jubilee bracelets in specific dial colors, are considered highly sought-after, though wait times can be significant. The Rolex Datejust is not considered a good investment, as it typically depreciates upon purchase. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Datejust highly for its versatile style and comfortable wearability, representing a foundational piece of the brand's legacy.

From video reviewers

The fluted bezel is a consistent highlight. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.