

In 1957, the design of the date mechanism was changed so that it could instantly flip to the next day at midnight. For example, in 1953 the bubble-like Cyclops lens was attached to the exterior of the crystal to magnify the date display. Rolex continued to develop the Datejust over the next few years and added additional details that have now become essential to its design.

This was the first five-link bracelet in the industry, characterized by a semi-circular design consisting of four segments of flat links that were bent to form a circle. In addition, Rolex introduced a Jubilee bracelet. In creating the first chronograph watch, Rolex combined three existing technologies: a waterproof Oyster case a self-winding movement and a date display on the dial. The timepiece is available in a range of case materials. It remains a flagship model because of its classic aesthetic, which has allowed it to be worn in casual or formal situations, for more than 70 years.

The very first model in the Datejust line and the first wristwatch in the world to be fitted with an automatic changing date display was the Rolex Datejust 36mm. They are water-resistant up to 100 meters/330 feet. These watches can come either in silver or black metal casings. There are two main types of Datejust those that feature Roman Numerals and Arabic Numerals. Since then, there have only been minor changes to the casing. Its design remained unchanged until 1962 when it received new hands and indices. The 31mm Datejust was first released in 1958. Instead, there is only one date window at 6 o’clock. Its design is similar to that of the larger sizes, however, it does not have any complications. The 26mm model was discontinued by Rolex and the Datejust 28 is now the smallest size currently available and as per the name marketed towards women, it measures just under 30 mm wide. In 1953, for example, the bubble-like Cyclops lens was attached to the exterior of the crystal to magnify the date display. Rolex continued developing the Datejust over the next few years and added additional details that have become essential to its design.

In creating the first chronograph watch, Rolex combined three existing technologies: a waterproof Oyster case, a self-winding movement, and a date display on the dial. The watch is designed to keep perfect time – a self-winding movement runs itself continuously and needs no attention to wind it. As the year progresses, the dial window reveals the date. The Datejust was first released in 1945 to celebrate the Rolex’s 40th anniversary, was the first watch to feature a date complication. The Datejust was first released in 1945 to celebrate Rolex’s 40th anniversary, it was the first watch to feature a date complication. In Saudi Riyals, prices for older versions from the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s range from 39,000 to 90,000. The most affordable watches are stainless steel models from the 1970s and 1980s, costing around 14,600 Riyals. The range of prices for vintage Datejust watches is also vast. Up to 84,400 to 157,500 SAR for the gold and platinum variants, the priciest among the Datejust line. Prices range from 26,600 to 37,100 Saudi Riyals for stainless steel watches and 43,000 SAR to 54,400 SAR for two-tone models. There’s a wide range of prices for Rolex Watches in Saudi Arabia, including the Datejust.
