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Rolex · Datejust

Rolex Datejust

Ref. 278274 · Dress

$9,350

Used market ≈ $12,941 · from 25 sold listings

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Case

Diameter
31mm
Material
White Rolesor
Finish
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Water resistance
100m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire
Shape
Flat
Dial colour
Light Green
Indices
Index
Lume
Chromalight

Movement

Caliber
2236
Type
Automatic
Beat rate
28,800 vph
Power reserve
55h
Jewels
31
Hacking
Yes
Hand-winding
Yes
Complications
Date

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
standard
Bezel
fluted
Bracelet
metal_oyster

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02The community take

Owners talk.

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Owners widely praise the Rolex Datejust for its versatility, robust elegance, and timeless design, with many appreciating its ability to transition seamlessly from casual to formal settings. Reviewers highlight its historical significance as a pioneer of the automatically changing date window and its innovative Oyster waterproof case. Some owners find the Jubilee bracelet exceptionally comfortable, and the aesthetic variety of configurations, particularly two-tone variants with champagne or black dials, is frequently admired. The 36mm size is often favored for its classic proportions and comfortable wearability. Some owners note that the polished surfaces and smooth bezel can be scratch magnets, and servicing is described as costly. While highly desirable, certain configurations like the fluted bezel with mint or blue dials on a Jubilee bracelet are difficult to obtain from authorized dealers, with wait times reported up to six months.

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