The Rolex Datejust Vs Rolex Day-date President

The two most popular models of Rolex wristwatchesThe early Datejust models featured a domed back
are the Rolex Day-Date Presidential and the Rolexsimilar to that found in the Rolex Bubbleback. Although
Oyster Perpetual Datejust. The Datejust wasthe early President case was large, it never had a
introduced in 1945, while the Day-Date President wasdomed back. So, if you are planning to buy a vintage
first showcased in 1956 at the Basel Fair. Thesevariety of the watch, make sure you are cognizant of
models became the flagship models, taking Rolex tothis model difference.
new heights. Discerning customers have appreciatedBracelet: The style of bracelet in these two popular
these models for their appearance and uniqueRolex models has always been one of the key
functionality. A comprehensive review and comparisonfactors for identifying them. The Datejust models
of these models will help you understand the basicinitially flaunted the Jubilee Bracelet. The Jubilee
differences between them.bracelet gives a unique look to the watch with three
How is a Rolex Datejust different from a Rolexcentral links perfectly complimented by broader links on
Day-Date Presidential?the edge. On the other hand, in 1956, when Rolex
Basic Difference: The basic difference between theDay-date model was launched, it sported a new
two, which is evident in their names as well, is while thebracelet known as the "President" bracelet. This
Datejust models display only the date, in the case ofbracelet has become popular for its powerful
the Rolex Day-Date Presidential models, you get toappearance featuring broader central link offset by
see both the date and the day. The date is displayednarrower links on the sides. In many popular models,
through a tiny aperture at the 3 o'clock position. Inthe President bracelet flaunts sparkling diamonds on
Presidential models, the day is spelt out (in 26the central link. Another standard feature that can be
languages) at the 12 o'clock position.found in most Day-Date models is the concealed clasp
Metal Used: The Oyster Perpetual Datejust is availablein the bracelet, unlike in Datejust models.
in stainless steel, 18k yellow/white gold and RolesorBy 1957 (one year after Day-Date model was
(steel and any one form of gold). The Lady Datejust islaunched), Rolex offered three types of bracelets for
also available in pink (rose) gold and platinum. Of all theits Datejust line namely, the usual Jubilee bracelet, the
prevalent models, the stainless steel and two-toneOyster bracelet and the leather strap. The Oyster
versions of Datejust have been very popular.bracelet features a central link flanked by narrower
On the other hand, the Day-Date models are notlinks on its sides. Some Datejust models are available
available in stainless steel. These are made exclusivelywith the Super President bracelet option.
in platinum or 18ct yellow, white or pink gold.In 2000, Rolex released the Day-Date watch with an
Size of the Case: All Rolex Day-Date models areOyster bracelet option, which was available in 18k
available with a case of size 36mm for men as wellyellow gold, white gold and pink (rose) gold.
as for women, while the case size is different in theThe "Jubilee" bracelet is also available in "only steel
Datejust models. The standard case size for men isversion" in Stainless Steel Datejust models. Since,
36mm and for women it is 26/29mm. Rolex alsoPresident models are not available in steel, there is no
offers a mid-sized version in Datejust models, whichsuch bracelet style for them. However, you have the
features a case of size 31mm. Recently, Rolexchoice of the "Super Jubilee" Karat bracelet in yellow
launched a special edition of Datejust at the Basel Fairgold.
in 2008 that features a case of 34mm size.