Rolex Datejust 36 White Rolesor — 52-Diamond Bezel, White Roman Dial | Ref. 116244

Reference 116244 occupies a distinctive niche within the Datejust 36 family: the White Rolesor configuration — combining Oystersteel and 18ct white gold — sets a cool, silvery tone that is amplified by a 52-diamond factory bezel. The white Roman numeral dial reinforces the classical register, making this one of the more formally oriented variants of the 36mm Datejust from the 116xxx generation.

Power comes from Calibre 3135, the movement that defined the modern Datejust for over two decades before the introduction of the 3235. A COSC-certified chronometer, it offers a 48-hour power reserve, bidirectional Perpetual rotor winding, and the blue Parachrom hairspring. The Oyster case is built from Oystersteel with white gold crown guards and crown, and the Jubilee bracelet — with its five-piece links — adds the quintessential dressier profile that has characterised the Datejust since the 1940s.

For collectors navigating the pre-owned Datejust market, the 116244 in diamond-bezel White Rolesor trim represents excellent value relative to current-generation equivalents. The 3135 calibre is abundantly serviced throughout the authorised network, and the factory diamond bezel ensures authenticity of stone setting. This example suits buyers seeking a versatile dress watch that transitions equally well from boardroom to evening occasions.