Rolex DatejustvsHorage Solar Wind 33

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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.

Rolex Datejust at true scale

Datejust

Horage Solar Wind 33 at true scale

Solar Wind 33

Diameter

31mm

33mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

38.3mm

Thickness

n/a

11mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

55h

65h

highest

MSRP

$9,350

$6,160

lowest

Movement

2236

Horage K1

Case

8 specs
Diameter
31mm
33mm
Thickness
n/a
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
38.3mm
Lug Width
n/a
16mm
Material
Oystersteel
Stainless Steel
Finish
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
No
Dial Color
Light Green
Meteorite
Indices
Index
n/a
Lume
Chromalight
Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
2236
Horage K1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
55h
65h
Jewels
31
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,350
$6,160
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Reviews

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

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.

Horage Solar Wind 33

Owners praise the Horage Solar Wind 33 for its build quality and heft, with one owner reporting a power reserve exceeding 120 hours. One owner expresses concern regarding the servicing of the in-house micro-rotor movement, questioning its long-term serviceability and reliance on Horage for repairs. Overall, owners value the Horage Solar Wind 33 for its robust construction and impressive power reserve.