Rolex Datejust 41 in Oystersteel and yellow gold features a slate dial

This Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 in Oystersteel and yellow gold features a slate dial and an Oyster bracelet.

The Rolex fluted bezel is a mark of distinction. Originally, the fluting of the Oyster bezel had a functional purpose: it served to screw the bezel onto the case helping to ensure the waterproofness of the watch.

It was therefore identical to the fluting on the case back, which was also screwed onto the case for waterproofness, using specific Rolex tools. Over time, the fluting became an aesthetic element, a genuine Rolex signature feature. Today the fluted bezel is a mark of distinction, in gold on this Datejust 41.

The sunray finish creates delicate light reflections on many dials in the Oyster Perpetual collection. It is obtained using masterful brushing techniques that create grooves running outwards from the centre of the dial.

Light is diffused consistently along each engraving, creating a characteristic subtle glow that moves depending on the position of the wrist. Once the sunray finish has been completed, the dial colour is applied using Physical Vapour Deposition or electroplating. A light coat of varnish gives the dial its final look.

Gold is coveted for its lustre and nobility. Steel reinforces strength and reliability. Together, they harmoniously combine the best of their properties.

A true Rolex signature, Rolesor has featured on Rolex models since the early 1930s, and was trademarked as a name in 1933. It is one of the prominent pillars of the Oyster collection.

The Oyster bracelet is a perfect alchemy of form and function, aesthetics and technology, designed to be both robust and comfortable.

It is equipped with an Oysterclasp and the Easylink comfort extension link, also exclusive to Rolex. This ingenious system allows the wearer to increase the bracelet length by approximately 5 mm, providing additional comfort in any circumstance.

Model Case

Type

  • Oyster, 41 mm, Oystersteel and yellow gold

Diameter

  • 41 mm

Material

  • Yellow Rolesor

Bezel

  • Fluted

Oyster Architecture

  • Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Winding crown

  • Screw-down, Twinlock double waterproofness system

Crystal

  • Scratch-resistant sapphire, Cyclops lens over the date

Water Resistance

  • Waterproof to 100 metres/ 330 feet

Movement

Type

  • Perpetual, mechanical, self-winding

Calibre

  • 3235, Manufacture Rolex

Precision

  • -2/+2 sec/day, after casing

Oscillator

  • Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring. High-performance Paraflex shock absorbers

Winding

  • Bidirectional self-winding via Perpetual rotor

Power reserve

  • Approximately 70 hours

Functions

  • Centre hour, minute and seconds hands. Instantaneous date with rapid setting. Stop-seconds for precise time setting

Bracelet

Type

  • Oyster, three-piece solid links

Bracelet Material

  • Yellow Rolesor – combination of Oystersteel and yellow gold

Clasp

  • Folding Oysterclasp with Easylink 5 mm comfort extension link

Dial

Type

  • Slate

Details

  • Highly legible Chromalight display with long-lasting blue luminescence

Case reference 126333

Bracelet reference 72613