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Rolex DatejustvsRolex Lady-Datejust

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Datejust
RolexDatejust
MSRP $39,400
Lady-Datejust
RolexLady-Datejust
MSRP $16,450
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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.

Rolex Lady-Datejust

Owners widely appreciate the Rolex Lady-Datejust for its timeless, classy look and perfect 28mm size for smaller wrists, with some finding it elegant and delicate as smaller watches return to style. Others associate the 28mm size with "grandma energy" and find it outdated. Some owners find certain configurations easy to acquire from an AD, while others note that specific configurations can take up to three months. One owner finds their GMF DJ31 runs fast, requiring frequent time adjustments, and notes the wide bezel is a common complaint, though they feel it's unnoticeable in person. Owners are split on the Rolex Lady-Datejust as an investment, with some suggesting it depreciates significantly and does not recover value, while others find specific models "sweet." Overall, owners rate the Rolex Lady-Datejust highly for its classic aesthetic and suitability for smaller wrists, despite some concerns about size perception and investment value.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Datejust31mm
Lady-Datejust28mm
Power Reserve
Datejust55h
Lady-Datejust55h
Water Resistance
Datejust100m
Lady-Datejust100m
MSRP
Datejust$39,400
Lady-Datejust$16,450

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
31mm
28mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
18 kt yellow gold
Gem-set
Finish
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
18 kt yellow gold

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Light Green
Silver
Indices
Index
Roman numerals
Lume
Chromalight
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$39,400
$16,450
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