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I Know the Rolex Datejust Well. I’d Still Rather Wear This Oris
Oris gives the Big Crown Pointer Date a burgundy dial and Cervo Volante leather, creating an automatic watch I’d reach for over a Rolex Datejust.
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All Rolex Datejust References Rolex
Every Rolex Datejust: 4467, 1601, 16234, 116234, 126200 / 126300, Datejust 31 (278240) and Lady-Datejust 28.
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Datejust Rolex
The first self-winding waterproof wristwatch with a date window - and the reference Rolex.
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Rolex Datejust Green Ombré Lacquer Dials: The Quiet Hit of Watches and Wonders
Rolex's first fully lacquered ombré dial lands on the Datejust 36 and 41. The references involved, how the dial is built, and why this one keeps selling out before it lands in display cases.
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Case dimensions: Rolex Datejust 41 Rolex
41 mm × 11.65 mm, lug 21 mm, Cal. 3235
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Two Broke Watch Snobs
Two Broke Watch Snobs
Citizen Is Coming for the Rolex Datejust With Its New Affordable Automatic Watch
Citizen’s new Tsuyosa 60 pairs a 37mm case, textured dial, five-link bracelet and 60-hour automatic movement for $595.
Monochrome
Hands-on - All the new Dials for the Rolex Datejust in 2026, and There’s Much More than the Green Ombré
For 2026, Rolex had a pretty big year at Watches and Wonders Geneva. There was, of course, the much-debated high-end Rolesium and enamel Daytona, the revamped Yacht-Master II, or a new gold alloy named Jubilee gold for the Day-Date. Then, the Crown publicly showed the special edition steel and gold Oyster Perpetual 100th Anniversary. You thought […]
Teddy Baldassarre
Rolex Datejust Green Lacquer Ombré Review: A Vibrant Take on the Icon
The latest lacquer dial addition to the Datejust family is among the most dynamic yet. More
WristBuzz
Rolex Datejust Green Ombré Lacquer Dials: The Quiet Hit of Watches and Wonders
Rolex's first fully lacquered ombré dial lands on the Datejust 36 and 41. The references involved, how the dial is built, and why this one keeps selling out before it lands in display cases.
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Lapping a 1970s Rolex Datejust Bezel, crazy before and after #rolex #restoration
Two Broke Watch Snobs
Best Rolex Datejust Alternatives: 13 Picks We Reviewed Hands-on
We tested the best Rolex Datejust alternatives for everyday wear, from affordable dress watches to luxury-leaning picks with clean, office-to-dinner appeal.
Fratello
The Rolex Datejust With Green Ombré Lacquer Dials Proves Once More Why The 36mm Form Reigns Supreme
One of the Rolex novelties at Watches and Wonders 2026 was the Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 with a green ombré lacquer dial (ref. 126334). Essentially, it is a new dial variant for the largest Datejusts in The Crown’s collection. However, it’s not just a new color but also part of a series of watches marking […] Visit The Rolex Datejust With Green Ombré Lacquer Dials Proves Once More Why The 36mm Form Reigns Supreme to read the full article.
Two Broke Watch Snobs
Mido’s Affordable Rolex Datejust Alternative: Hands-On With The Datoday
We’ve always had a thing for Mido. It’s a brand we talk about a lot at TBWS because, when someone is ready to break into the four-figure range without getting too wild, Mido usually has something worth looking at. They’ve got a huge catalog of fun divers, GMTs, and everyday pieces, and that variety has always been part of the appeal for us. So when Mido announced the refreshed Commander Datoday, I was stoked to hear we’d be getting one in for review. It looked like the kind of watch that could make a lot of sense as an everyday option, but still clean up well enough if you wanted to wear it a little differently. The post Mido’s Affordable Rolex Datejust Alternative: Hands-On With The Datoday appeared first on Two Broke Watch Snobs.
Teddy Baldassarre
New Rolex Datejust 41 Debuts Green Ombré Lacquer Dial
Combined with White Rolesor construction and fluted bezel, this take adds understated luxury to one of the Crown's most classic models. More
Fratello
Fratello’s Top 5 Rolex Datejust Alternatives In 2026
Another Friday, another list! This week, we’re starting a new series looking for alternatives to some of the world’s most popular watches. We’ll kick the series off with five alternatives to the iconic Rolex Datejust. The Crown’s classic, with roots going back to 1945, is one of the most popular daily wearers. While its legacy […] Visit Fratello’s Top 5 Rolex Datejust Alternatives In 2026 to read the full article.
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The Rolex Everyone Buys… But Enthusiasts Ignore
Rolex Datejust review: is the Datejust the most important, most iconic and most overlooked watch in the Rolex catalogue?
Fratello
Sunday Morning Showdown: Thomas’s Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 Vs. Daan’s Cartier Santos Galbée XL
Welcome to another Sunday Morning Showdown, dear Fratelli! This week’s battle is a bit different. Our fearless leader, RJ, served up a provocative proposition during our last editorial meeting: “Why don’t we do a battle between two editors’ personal watches for a change?” Okay, RJ, we hear you. We’re ready and prepared. Let’s get personal! […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Thomas’s Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 Vs. Daan’s Cartier Santos Galbée XL to read the full article.
Teddy Baldassarre
Is This The Ultimate Datejust Alternative?
As much as dive watches have become emblematic of the "sports watch" category, so too has the archetypal Rolex Datejust when it comes to the "everyday" category characterized by handsome looks that can rise to a formal occasion when needed and fit right in with a casual afternoon on the weekend. Pair with solid specifi
Time+Tide
We read the Rolex Datejust book so you don’t have to
A year on from the release of his first official Rolex book on the Submariner, Nicholas Foulkes has returned with a Datejust edition.The post We read the Rolex Datejust book so you don’t have to appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Worn & Wound
The One Watch Collection: Our Contributors Weigh In
The “One Watch Collection” is one of our favorite thought experiments. Thinking through whether we could scale back, or if we started over, if we’d do things differently, helps many of us hone in on what makes the watches we love special in the first place. Today, our contributors wrestle with the idea of a one watch collection, making their choices for the watch they’d wear forever, and explaining their thought process. As always, we want to hear from you. Let us know in the comments if a one watch collection is even feasible, and what your one watch choice would be. Alec Dent – Rolex Datejust “Wimbledon” I have what you might call a theoretical fondness for the one-watch collection. I love the idea, but I also have more than one watch and can’t imagine selling most of the watches in my collection. If I could go back to the beginning of my watch collecting journey, though, there’s no doubt in my mind that I’d be a one-watch guy and that that watch would be a Rolex Datejust. It’s water resistant to 100m, it’s durable, it can be dressed up or dressed down, and it epitomizes classic design. What more could you need from a watch? I’m particularly partial to the 36mm two-tone “Wimbledon” dial with a fluted bezel and a jubilee bracelet, but the Datejust has been around for so long - 80 years this year! - there are countless variations from which to choose. (If I wasn’t here advocating for the Datejust as a one-watch collection, I might adva...
Time+Tide
How one Rolex Datejust became my life’s reference point
Jason Lee shares how his grandfather's gold Datejust is not just an object, but a vessel for history, taste and family lore.The post How one Rolex Datejust became my life’s reference point appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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3 Watches YOU NEED TO EXPERIENCE (at least once) | Cartier, Rolex, OMEGA
Rolex Datejust, OMEGA Speedmaster Professional and Cartier Tank: three iconic watches I think every watch enthusiast should experience at least once.
Fratello
The People Have Spoken: The Rolex Datejust 1601 Reigns Supreme
After weeks of discussion among our editors and a single session of reader voting, the results are clear: the Rolex Datejust 1601 has emerged as the favorite in our editors’ Datejust lineup. While initially highlighted by Thomas van Straaten as his pick, the 1601 received 41% of the vote, demonstrating broad appeal among collectors and […] Visit The People Have Spoken: The Rolex Datejust 1601 Reigns Supreme to read the full article.
Fratello
Finding The Best Rolex Datejust Of All Time - Which One Gets Your Vote?
The Rolex Datejust is arguably the most versatile and enduring watch in the Genevan brand’s lineup. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the model, so we decided to mark the occasion. Over the past few weeks, members of our editorial team have shared their favorite Datejust references. Now it’s time to gather them all […] Visit Finding The Best Rolex Datejust Of All Time - Which One Gets Your Vote? to read the full article.
Monochrome
The Evergreens - The History of the Rolex Datejust, The Crown’s Quintessential Watch
Many companies have that one model that really epitomises the brand, even if it’s not the flagship product. Toyota has the Camry, Omega has the Speedmaster, and Rolex has the Datejust (you thought I was going to say Submariner). It’s among the longest running models in Rolex’s portfolio and boasts many of the signature features […]
Fratello
Selection By Elimination - How I Found The Perfect Rolex Datejust
Before I start this article, there’s something I must confess: I do not currently have a favorite Rolex Datejust. It’s not because I don’t like the watch or because I’ve tried and failed to find one - quite the opposite. If I can’t quickly name my favorite reference of this octogenarian Rolex model, it’s simply […] Visit Selection By Elimination - How I Found The Perfect Rolex Datejust to read the full article.
Fratello
Turning Visual Brilliance Up To Eleven With A White Gold Rolex Datejust With A Burl Wood Dial
Since we’re celebrating the 80th birthday of the Rolex Datejust, we thought it would be a good idea to have Fratello writers pick their favorite one of all time. The biggest challenge of writing an article in the tail-end of this Datejust series is that other writers have already claimed some of my favorite picks. […] Visit Turning Visual Brilliance Up To Eleven With A White Gold Rolex Datejust With A Burl Wood Dial to read the full article.
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The Rolex Dial You Can’t Stop Looking At
Is this the best modern Rolex Datejust? In this unboxing, I take a closer look at the stunning green ombré dial on this Rolex Datejust 41 (Ref. 126334). From the gradient finish of the dial to the fluted bezel and Ju...
Fratello
Here’s Why The Rolex Datejust 16234 Ticks All The Boxes
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the Datejust, which, according to my colleague Gerard, is “the mother of all modern wristwatches.” And I don’t disagree. When Rolex introduced this watch in 1945, it set a new direction for the company, and many other brands followed (much later). A wristwatch for everyday use, with a […] Visit Here’s Why The Rolex Datejust 16234 Ticks All The Boxes to read the full article.
Fratello
My Favorite Rolex Datejust Doesn’t Exist Yet - But These References Come Quite Close
The mighty Rolex Datejust turns 80 this year. That makes it one of the longest continually produced watches out there, which is no small feat. At Fratello, we intend to celebrate with a series of articles on the model, and today it’s my turn to choose my all-time favorite. That’s not an easy task, though. […] Visit My Favorite Rolex Datejust Doesn’t Exist Yet - But These References Come Quite Close to read the full article.
Time+Tide
Change my mind: the modern Rolex Datejust is the best option in the brand’s current catalogue (now with video!)
Does the Datejust take the Rolex crown?The post Change my mind: the modern Rolex Datejust is the best option in the brand’s current catalogue (now with video!) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Fratello
My Favorite Rolex Datejust Is An “Adopted” One: The Turn-O-Graph Ref. 116263
Since we’re celebrating the 80th birthday of the Rolex Datejust, we thought it would be a good idea to have the Fratello writers pick their favorite one of all time. There’s a lot to choose from, to say the least, but I didn’t have to think too long and hard to come up with my […] Visit My Favorite Rolex Datejust Is An “Adopted” One: The Turn-O-Graph Ref. 116263 to read the full article.
Fratello
Celebrating 80 Years Of Rolex Datejust With Fratello - Five Datejust Facts You (Probably) Did Not Know
The mighty Rolex Datejust turns 80 this year. That makes it one of the longest continually produced watches out there, which is no small feat. At Fratello, we intend to celebrate with a series of articles on the model, which I get to kick off today. I would like to start the celebrations with five […] Visit Celebrating 80 Years Of Rolex Datejust With Fratello - Five Datejust Facts You (Probably) Did Not Know to read the full article.
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Still Worth It in 2026? The Datejust Review You Actually Need to Watch
Alright, let’s talk about the Rolex Datejust. The one everyone’s seen, everyone thinks they know, but somehow still manages to surprise you when you actually wear it!