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For a good reason, the Datejust is Rolex’s best-selling model. It was introduced in 1945 and is still popular today because of its timeless look and wide choice of patterns that cater to almost any taste.
While it does not have the cult following of the Rolex Daytona or Rolex Submariner, all-watch aficionados revere the Datejust – and that is the collection’s charm. A Rolex Datejust is worth possessing for both the casual watch wearer and the seasoned collector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you looking for a Rolex Datejust Rubber Strap? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Learn about the collection’s history and The Ultimate Rubber Strap Guide to the Rolex Datejust. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For our purposes here, if we use the term \u201cstrap,\u201d we are referring to a rubber watch strap, and if we use the term \u201cbracelet,\u201d we are talking about a bracelet that is made out of metal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Datejust by Rolex<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It’s difficult to believe now, but when the date complication was introduced to the watch industry, it was a game-changer. When the Rolex Datejust was introduced in 1945, it was the first timepiece that automatically updated the date at midnight, eliminating the need for manual adjustment. Finally, the date will be correct all of the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Datejust, which was introduced on Rolex’s 40th anniversary, is now an industry classic, with a long and colorful history that includes the following events:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1953<\/strong>: To increase legibility, Rolex puts a Cyclops lens above the date. The lens is set on the glass’s surface, immediately above the date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1954<\/strong>: The Rolex Datejust “Turn-O-Graph” is debuted. It has a rotating bezel, which was an innovative and easier way to calculate elapsed time back then.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1957<\/strong>: The Rolex date complication becomes immediate. (instead of rolling over slowly for a few hours). Also introduced is the Lady-Datejust. Rolex Watchbands in Midsize and Ladies size<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1977<\/strong>: The Oysterquartz Datejust is released. As a response to the rising popularity of Japanese quartz timepieces, Rolex develops its own quartz mechanism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2009<\/strong>: The Datejust II with a 41mm casing is debuted. For the first time since 1945, the Datejust has a bigger case size than 36mm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2015<\/strong>: To accommodate current tastes for bigger watches, the Lady-Datejust 28 replaces the Lady-Datejust 26.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2016<\/strong>: The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 was introduced. The bracelets are available in stainless steel, two-tone stainless steel, and 18k yellow or 18k Everose gold (Rolex’s equivalent of rose gold). The 2016 Datejust is available with an Oyster or Jubilee bracelet. While the Datejust 41 has a 41mm case diameter comparable to the Datejust II, the Datejust 41 features smaller indices and a thinner bezel than the Datejust II.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2019<\/strong>: the Datejust collection includes the following sizes: 28mm, 31mm, 34mm, 36mm, and 41mm in complete stainless steel, two-tone gold (yellow, Everose, or white) and stainless steel, or solid gold (yellow, Everose, or white) case and bracelet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read more about the History – Click Here<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rolex Datejust Specifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even after more than 70 years, the design of the Rolex Datejust has remained substantially intact. In fact, it has become iconic, with essential characteristics adopted to the rest of the Rolex collection: the Jubilee bracelet, the Cyclops window, the Rolesor two-tone metal combination, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Rolex Datejust is the brand’s most diverse collection, with a wide range of sizes, metals, dial colors, and textures available – there is a Datejust for any taste. Regardless of design modifications, the Datejust is readily identifiable because of its classic appearance. The Rolex Datejust’s features have altered throughout the years, but the fundamental components remain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oyster Case<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Created by Rolex in 1926, the Oyster was the world\u2019s first waterproof case made for a wristwatch. Its patented system of screwing down the bezel, caseback, and winding crown against the middle case protects the movement from dust and moisture and provides optimum water resistance. Each Rolex Datejust comes in an Oyster case, in a variety of sizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Lady-Datejust \u2013 26mm, 28mm and 31mm
\u2013 Rolex Date \u2013 34mm
\u2013 Rolex Datejust \u2013 36mm
\u2013 Rolex Datejust II and Datejust 41 \u2013 41mm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aperture Date With Cyclops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The date aperture at 3 o’clock has always been a defining characteristic of the Rolex Datejust. The Rolex Datejust established the bar for how to date complications should appear and work with the inclusion of the instantaneous date mechanism, which changes the date instantaneously at midnight, and the Cyclops magnifying lens to the surface of the crystal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smooth or Fluted Bezel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Rolex Datejust, unlike the Rolex Submariner, GMT-Master, or Explorer, features a cosmetic bezel rather than a functional one, with the exception of the Rolex Turnograph bezels. Its original versions include either a smooth domed bezel or a fluted gold bezel for two-tone designs. In the meanwhile, there are bezels set with diamonds and sapphires. The Rolex Datejust has been available with the following bezel configurations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Smooth
\u2013 Fluted
\u2013 Gem-set
\u2013 Engine-turned (discontinued)
\u2013 Rotating Turn-O-Graph (discontinued)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oyster or Jubilee Bracelet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The now-iconic Jubilee bracelet was conceived for the Rolex Datejust in 1945 and is still available in the line today. The Oyster bracelet has flat, three-piece links and an Oysterclasp, but the Jubilee bracelet has rounder five-piece links and a hidden Crownclasp. These are the most regularly seen bracelets in the collection; nevertheless, various bracelet styles have been combined with Rolex Datejust sub-collections:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Three-link Oyster
\u2013 Five-link Jubilee
\u2013 Three-link President (exclusive to Lady-Datejust and midsize Datejust models)
\u2013 Leather straps (discontinued)
\u2013 Integrated Jubilee and Oyster (exclusive to Oysterquartz and discontinued)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Red Devil Vulcanized Rubber Strap for Rolex Datejust 31<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Rolex Datejust has gone through several generations.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Throughout its existence, the Datejust has experienced a number of movement and cosmetic enhancements, and Rolex is always improving on its classic design. The following are several generations of Rolex Datejust watches and their distinguishing characteristics. This post will concentrate on the reference that Rubber B provides the best rubber straps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rolex Datejust<\/strong> 41mm <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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2016 \u2013 present \/ Rolex Datejust 41 – Reference numbers: 1263XX<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Rolex discontinued the Datejust II in 2016 in favor of Datejust 41. While the 41mm case size remained, the new Datejust 41 featured dimensions comparable to the old Datejust and was equipped with a new-generation movement. The Datejust 41 is regarded as a more elegant version of the Datejust II, which is more sturdy and athletic. In addition, the Datejust 41 comes with the choice of an Oyster or Jubilee bracelet.<\/p>\n\n\n