This Rolex Datejust 41 Review focuses on the new Rolex Datejust 41mm released in 2016. The new Datejust 41 builds on a long tradition of Rolex Datejust timepieces that have been designed for the past 70 years. Although early versons of the Datejust were launched at a size of 36 mm, the new 41 mm came out in 2009 to much fanfare. People love the Datejust timepiece, but many men had been clamoring for a larger size. Time has proven that mens watches are getting larger and heavier. Professional athletes are wearing and displaying their timepieces publicly. They need larger timepieces to fit their muscular wrists, and they welcome the additional weight.
Although some wealthy professional athletes may want to show off the extravagance of wearing more gold than someone else, they might have a less ostentatious reason for having more weight to their timepiece. The smaller 36mm designs from 70 years ago actually looks too feminine on a physique that athletes take years to perfect. They needed a timepiece that could match their quest for excellence. As they build the body that can compete at the highest level, they need a timepiece that can act as a crown on their achievement.
The Rolex Datejust 41 Review
The newest version of the 41mm Datejust was released in Baselworld in 2016. The bezel and dial markers are thinner, making its proportions more in line with the Rolex aesthetic. The new Datejust 41 is available in pure Oystersteel, Rolesor 18k yellow gold with 904L steel, Rolesor 18k Everose gold with 904L steel, or Rolesor with 18k White Gold and 904L Steel.
The bezel includes a smooth bezel option or a stunning fluted bezel. Unlike the previous Datejust II, Rolex now gives you the option between a Jubiliee or Oyster bracelet. The bracelet can either be pure steel (on the all steel model) or Rolesor with both steel and the 18k gold color that matches the timepiece.
Rolex also brought the Everose gold back to the 41 mm timepiece. The stunning look of this pink gold with a black band is too hot to ignore. The Jubilee bracelet and pink gold were jettisoned on the first 41mm version of the Datejust because Rolex thought it was too feminine for this masculine timepiece.
Rolex also offers the new Datejust 41 with a wide variety of dial options. There are many options from various color dials, to a variety of hour markers – including a diamond hour marker option.
The new Rolex Datejust 41 sports the new-generation movement developed in-house at Rolex. The caliber 3235 offers superior precision, durability and reliability. The power reserve is a strongly enhanced 70 hours. Water resistance remains at 330 feet, protected by the screw-down twinlock double waterproofness system. The blue Parachrom hairspring and Paraflex shock absorbers provide this new timepiece with anti magnetic properties, and shock resistance.
Although Rolex only allowed the Datejust II (the predecessor to the Datejust 41) live only 6 years in production, the new Datejust 41 is a significantly better watch then the Datejust II. The new caliber alone makes it worth upgrading the timepiece to a caliber that can nearly last 3 days without winding. However, add that huge improvement to a timepiece that has many other enhancements and tweaks that make it a more perfect 41 mm Datejust, and this timepiece becomes a hands down, no brainer decision.
For the New Datejust 41mm released in 2016, Rubber B has launched a new lineup of designer bands which support the models 126334, 126331, 126333, 126300, 126303, and 126301. Rubber B’s patented “Blocked Integration” engineering which incorporates solid inserts for a flawless, motionless flush mount to the watch case. The strap also supports the deployant buckle for the original Oyster bracelet version that came with the timepiece.
With 4 beautiful color options and support for both Oyster and Jubilee bands, Rubber B has full support for the new Datejust timepiece. Each band is fitted with 316L steel tang buckle, and features the “Blocked Integration” fit. Click here to view the full selection of bands for the new Datejust 41mm.
Just like all Rubber B products, these bands are made with 100% vulcanized rubber, containing no coatings, blends, or bondings. This ensures Rubber B bands will retain its designer look and feel Each band is made in Switzerland – the horological capital of the world.
