Watch Almanac

Rolex Datejust 36 vs Rolex Datejust 41

The Rolex Datejust 41 has a 4.3 mm longer lug-to-lug than the Rolex Datejust 36 (47.6 mm vs 43.3 mm).

The Rolex Datejust 41 has a 5 mm larger case than the Rolex Datejust 36 (41 mm vs 36 mm).

The Rolex Datejust 36 has a 0.3 mm thicker case than the Rolex Datejust 41 (12 mm vs 11.7 mm).

On our fit model the Rolex Datejust 36 suits 6.25"–7.25" wrists and the Rolex Datejust 41 6.75"–8", so the Rolex Datejust 36 is the better choice for a smaller wrist.

Lug widths differ (20 mm vs 21 mm), so straps don't swap.

At US retail the Rolex Datejust 41 costs $1,750 more ($11,850 vs $10,100).

On your wrist

Rolex Datejust 36Ideal fit
Wrist flat: 55.1 mmLug-to-lug: 43.3 mm
Rolex Datejust 41Ideal fit
Wrist flat: 55.1 mmLug-to-lug: 47.6 mm

Side by side

Rolex Datejust 36Rolex Datejust 41
Reference126234126334
Case diameter36 mm41 mm
Lug-to-lug43.3 mm47.6 mm
Thickness12 mm11.7 mm
Lug width20 mm21 mm
Water resistance100 m100 m
MovementRolex 3235 (automatic)Rolex 3235 (automatic)
Power reserve70 hours70 hours
Crystalsapphiresapphire
StyleDress, EverydayDress, Everyday
Retail (US)$10,100$11,850