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Rolex Datejust

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description Rolex Datejust Overview

The Rolex Datejust is an automatic wristwatch introduced by Rolex in 1945. Rolex describes it as the first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch with a date display in a window on the dial, positioned at three o'clock on standard versions. Datejust models have been made in multiple case sizes, metals, bracelets, and dial designs, and the watch is worn for both everyday and formal settings.

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Why is the Rolex Datejust historically important?

Rolex introduced the Datejust in 1945 as the first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch with the date displayed in a window on the dial. The combination became a defining feature of later date-display watches.

When did the Datejust Cyclops lens appear?

Rolex introduced the Cyclops magnifying lens over the date in 1953. It enlarges the date at the 3 o'clock position and became one of the most recognizable Datejust details.

What does the word Datejust refer to?

Datejust refers to the watch's automatic date display, which changes around midnight rather than requiring the wearer to reset it each day. The date window sits at 3 o'clock on the classic dial layout.

How is the Rolex Datejust different from the Day-Date?

The Datejust displays the date, while the Rolex Day-Date displays both the day of the week and the date. Rolex introduced the Day-Date later, in 1956, and it is commonly associated with precious-metal cases and bracelets.

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