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A two‑tone Rolex Datejust 36 reviewed, from its 1945 origins to everyday wear

Britt Pearce

9 min

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Britt covers the Datejust’s history, from the Jubilee bracelet to the Cyclops and fluted bezel, then looks closely at the two-tone Datejust 36 and its calibre 3235. Watch for the Super-Jubilee bracelet, the concealed Crownclasp and the Roman-numeral dial.

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