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Rolex Oyster PerpetualvsRolex Datejust

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Oyster Perpetual
RolexOyster Perpetual
MSRP $31,600
Datejust
RolexDatejust
MSRP $39,400
What people say

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual

Owners widely praise the Rolex Oyster Perpetual as a versatile, understated daily wear and a great entry-level Rolex, valuing its excellent build quality, comfortable bracelets, and clean dial design. Some reviewers and owners specifically highlight its stellar chromalight lume and sharp dial indices, while others note a 70-hour power reserve and accuracy around +/- 2 seconds per day. However, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual is notoriously difficult to acquire at retail due to high demand, with significant waiting times often exceeding a year for specific configurations, leading some to consider the grey market. Some owners find the unicoloured dials boring, and one reviewer criticized the faint lume on the hands. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Oyster Perpetual highly for its versatile wearability and solid build quality, despite the acquisition challenges.

Rolex Datejust

Owners widely praise the Rolex Datejust for its robust elegance, versatility, and timeless design, with many highlighting the comfort of the Jubilee bracelet and the dynamic appeal of various dial colors. Reviewers consider it a cornerstone of the brand, noting its historical significance and aesthetic variety which allows for a personalized feel suitable for any occasion. Some owners find polished surfaces gather scratches quickly, and servicing is eventually costly, while others consider certain configurations too flashy. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Datejust highly for its seamless versatility and robust build, making it a classic choice.

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Oyster Perpetual31mm
Datejust31mm
Power Reserve
Oyster Perpetual55h
Datejust55h
Water Resistance
Oyster Perpetual100m
Datejust100m
MSRP
Oyster Perpetual$31,600
Datejust$39,400

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Mechanical
Dress
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Green
Light Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
2232
2236
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$31,600
$39,400
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