Rolex DatejustvsSugess 449-DD36

449-DD36
Sugess449-DD36

Ref. sugess-449-dd36-s449-06·MSRP $250

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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

Sugess 449-DD36 at true scale

449-DD36

Diameter

31mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

44mm

Thickness

n/a

10mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

55h

highest

35h

MSRP

$9,350

$250

lowest

Movement

2236

Peacock SL3034

Case

7 specs
Diameter
31mm
36mm
Thickness
n/a
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
44mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Oystersteel
Stainless Steel
Finish
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
n/a
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
n/a
Dial Color
Light Green
White Mother of Pearl
Indices
Index
n/a
Lume
Chromalight
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
2236
Peacock SL3034
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
55h
35h
Jewels
31
28
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,350
$250
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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.

Sugess 449-DD36

Owners praise the Sugess 449-DD36 for its exceptional value at $200, highlighting near-replica finishing, aesthetically pleasing blue ombre and MOP dials, and well-executed hour marker crystals with no sharp edges. Some owners note that while the MOP dial is stunning, the day and date are not perfectly centered. One owner feels the applied baguette indices detract from the design and worries about their longevity. The bracelet on this day-date model is described by one owner as feeling cheaply lightweight compared to previous Sugess watches. Polished surfaces are flagged as potential scratch magnets. Overall, owners rate the Sugess 449-DD36 highly for its impressive finishing and aesthetic appeal at its price point, despite minor concerns regarding dial centering and bracelet quality.