38 current Rolex references are dress watches by our style classification. These score best on published specs.
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How we picked
Each watch earns points from published specs only: sapphire crystal (2), water resistance of 200 m or ISO 6425 diver certification (2; 100 m earns 1), screw-down crown (1), power reserve of 70 hours or more (1), display caseback (0.5), hacking plus hand-winding (0.5) and lug-to-lug of 47 mm or less (0.5). We rank by points, then by lower US list price. Near-identical colourways are grouped and we show the lowest-priced one. We cap each model family at two picks so the list isn't one watch in six colours.
The Rolex 126334-0001 is a dress watch from the Datejust collection. It has a 41 mm steel and gold case. Rolex lists the dial as bright blue. Inside is an automatic movement (calibre 3235) with 70 h of power reserve. You also get 100 m water resistance, a sapphire crystal and a bracelet.
Good for: Wrists of roughly 16.4–18.3 cm (6.4–7.2 in), by our Watch Finder sizing guide; Everyday wear including swimming; Shirt cuffs and smarter dress codes.
Why it's here
Sapphire crystal resists scratches
Screw-down crown helps keep water out
70 h power reserve survives a weekend off the wrist
Full specs and fit checkSearch AmazonUS list price $11,650 (US list) (brand site, checked 3 Nov 2026). Rolex listings on Amazon usually come from third-party sellers, not the brand. Check who the seller is and what warranty you get before you buy. Amazon links are paid links.
The Rolex 126231-0017 is a dress watch from the Datejust collection. It has a 36 mm steel and gold case. Rolex lists the dial as white. Inside is an automatic movement (calibre 3235) with 70 h of power reserve. You also get 100 m water resistance, a sapphire crystal and a bracelet.
Good for: Wrists of roughly 14.3–16.2 cm (5.6–6.4 in), by our Watch Finder sizing guide; Everyday wear including swimming; Shirt cuffs and smarter dress codes.
Why it's here
Sapphire crystal resists scratches
Screw-down crown helps keep water out
70 h power reserve survives a weekend off the wrist
Full specs and fit checkSearch AmazonUS list price $16,250 (US list) (brand site, checked 3 Nov 2026). Rolex listings on Amazon usually come from third-party sellers, not the brand. Check who the seller is and what warranty you get before you buy. Amazon links are paid links.
The Rolex 128238-0113 is a dress watch from the Day-Date collection. It has a 36 mm gold case. Rolex lists the dial as white. Inside is an automatic movement (calibre 3255) with 70 h of power reserve. You also get 100 m water resistance, a sapphire crystal and a bracelet.
Good for: Wrists of roughly 14.3–16.2 cm (5.6–6.4 in), by our Watch Finder sizing guide; Everyday wear including swimming; Shirt cuffs and smarter dress codes.
Why it's here
Sapphire crystal resists scratches
Screw-down crown helps keep water out
70 h power reserve survives a weekend off the wrist
Full specs and fit checkSearch AmazonUS list price $45,900 (US list) (brand site, checked 3 Nov 2026). Rolex listings on Amazon usually come from third-party sellers, not the brand. Check who the seller is and what warranty you get before you buy. Amazon links are paid links.
The Rolex 228238-0069 is a dress watch from the Day-Date collection. It has a 40 mm gold case. Rolex lists the dial as green ombré. Inside is an automatic movement (calibre 3255) with 70 h of power reserve. You also get 100 m water resistance, a sapphire crystal and a bracelet.
Good for: Wrists of roughly 16.0–17.9 cm (6.3–7.0 in), by our Watch Finder sizing guide; Everyday wear including swimming; Shirt cuffs and smarter dress codes.
Why it's here
Sapphire crystal resists scratches
Screw-down crown helps keep water out
70 h power reserve survives a weekend off the wrist
Full specs and fit checkSearch AmazonUS list price $50,400 (US list) (brand site, checked 3 Nov 2026). Rolex listings on Amazon usually come from third-party sellers, not the brand. Check who the seller is and what warranty you get before you buy. Amazon links are paid links.
The Rolex 279160-0006 is a dress watch from the Lady-Datejust collection. It has a 28 mm stainless steel case. Rolex lists the dial as silver. Inside is an automatic movement (calibre 2236) with 55 h of power reserve. You also get 100 m water resistance, a sapphire crystal and a bracelet.
Good for: Wrists of roughly 10.9–12.8 cm (4.3–5.0 in), by our Watch Finder sizing guide; Everyday wear including swimming; Shirt cuffs and smarter dress codes.
Full specs and fit checkSearch AmazonUS list price $7,600 (US list) (brand site, checked 3 Nov 2026). Rolex listings on Amazon usually come from third-party sellers, not the brand. Check who the seller is and what warranty you get before you buy. Amazon links are paid links.
The Rolex 52508-0002 is a dress watch from the 1908 collection. It has a 39 mm gold case. Rolex lists the dial as intense black. Inside is an automatic movement (calibre 7140) with 66 h of power reserve. You also get 50 m water resistance, a sapphire crystal and a leather strap.
Good for: Wrists of roughly 15.5–17.4 cm (6.1–6.9 in), by our Watch Finder sizing guide; Desk and dress wear (keep it away from swimming); Shirt cuffs and smarter dress codes.
Why it's here
Sapphire crystal resists scratches
Rated accuracy: -2/+2 sec/day, after casing
Trade-offs
Only 50 m water resistance: splash-proof, not for swimming
Full specs and fit checkSearch AmazonUS list price $28,850 (US list) (brand site, checked 3 Nov 2026). Rolex listings on Amazon usually come from third-party sellers, not the brand. Check who the seller is and what warranty you get before you buy. Amazon links are paid links.
Questions
Which is the cheapest watch in this guide?
The Rolex Lady-Datejust 279160-0006, at a US list price of $7,600 when we checked.
How did you choose these watches?
We ranked them on published specs only, using the scoring rules on this page. We haven't reviewed or worn these watches for this guide, and no brand or retailer paid to be included.
Which of these can I swim with?
Rolex Datejust 126334-0001, Rolex Datejust 126231-0017, Rolex Day-Date 128238-0113, Rolex Day-Date 228238-0069, Rolex Lady-Datejust 279160-0006 are rated to 100 m or more.
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