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Fears Jubilee EditionvsRolex Datejust

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Jubilee Edition
FearsJubilee Edition
MSRP $2,875
Datejust
RolexDatejust
MSRP $7,700
What people say

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Fears Jubilee Edition

Fears Jubilee Edition owners widely praise its elegant 38mm cushion case, graceful curves, and beautiful Royal Purple sunray dial with applied numerals. The watch is noted for its thin, comfortable OEM bracelet and excellent finishing. It is powered by a manually wound ETA 7001 movement, which one owner reported achieved exceptional accuracy of +0 seconds per day due to in-house finishing and adjustment. Water resistance is rated at 50 meters. One owner felt the Fears Jubilee Edition was overpriced, despite its beauty. Overall, owners rate the Fears Jubilee Edition highly for its elegant design and exceptional accuracy at the 38mm size.

Rolex Datejust

The Rolex Datejust is widely praised for its versatility, robust elegance, and historical significance, serving as a foundational piece of the brand's legacy. Owners and reviewers frequently highlight its spectacular aesthetic variety, with numerous configurations available, and its comfortable wearability, particularly on the Jubilee bracelet. The 31mm case size is noted for its comfortable proportions, and the watch is considered durable for daily wear, suitable for both casual and formal occasions. Some owners appreciate the dynamic dial colors and the tactile experience of winding the automatic movement. However, some sources indicate that polished surfaces can scratch easily, and servicing is costly. The Rolex Datejust is generally not considered a good investment, with models typically depreciating upon purchase.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jubilee Edition38mm
Datejust31mm
Power Reserve
Jubilee Edition40h
Datejust55h
Water Resistance
Jubilee Edition10m
Datejust100m
MSRP
Jubilee Edition$2,875
Datejust$7,700

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38mm
31mm
Thickness
11.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Oystersteel
Finish
Brushed and polished
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Water Resistance
10m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Jubilee Edition
Light Green
Indices
Applied
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
ETA 7001
2236
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
55h
Jewels
25
31
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,875
$7,700
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