What Rolex watch did Biden wear at the presidential inauguration?

What Rolex watch did Biden wear at the presidential inauguration?

When Joe Biden puts his hand on the Bible, he wears a Rolex. At Wednesday morning's grand opening in the shadow of the U.S. Capitol dome, the fledgling 46th president of the United States wore a Rolex Datejust 41mm blue dial watch replica on a sapphire bracelet.

The Datejust is a great choice for anyone, not to mention POTUS. Sporty, but with a suit. It's also clear, accurate and tells the date-important for someone with such an unreasonable schedule. Biden's watch looks like a new generation of Datejust models with a smooth bezel, applied markers and Arabic numerals.

The Case

The 41mm white metal version we have in our hands is the continuation of the line introduced in 2016 in Rolesor versions. The 2016 Datejust marked a departure from the former 2009 Datejust 2 with a slimmer waistline and bezel and more tapered lugs, as well as the reintroduction of the iconic Jubilee bracelet. One of the main advantages of a white metal version (technically a Rolesor because of its combination of steel and white gold) over the Rolesor yellow/pink gold and steel versions is wearability. This full metal look is less flashy, younger and easier to combine with formal and weekend attire. Coupled with the sportier 41mm diameter (there is also a classic 36mm in catalogue), this particular model of the Datejust replica is well and truly a watch for every day of the year.

The relatively slim 11.8mm height of the central container slips easily under the cuff. When viewed from the side, you can appreciate the gentle curve of the lugs that adapt perfectly to the wrist. The polished and contrasting brushed finishes and the slimmer, more ergonomic case conspire to create a dressier, more elegant watch. As handsome as it is resilient, the watch comes with a screw-down crown and caseback ensuring 100m water-resistance.

After the date window, the most distinctive and eye-catching aspect of the Datejust is the fluted white gold bezel (the Crown never makes fluted bezels in steel). When viewed in the metal, you’d be surprised by how much light the pleated gold pattern on the bezel manages to reflect. It is hypnotising and a dead giveaway of the provenance of the watch. But the pleats also draw the eye in towards the centre of the watch creating a curious optical illusion that makes the watch seem smaller than its 41mm diameter would insinuate. Note that the replica Rolex Datejust 41 blue watch is also available with a flat, steel bezel.

The Dial

The dial of the Rolex Datejust 41 copy we have for this review features a lovely blue colour with a sunray finish that shimmers like satin in certain light conditions. The rectangular white gold hour markers are applied to the dial and treated with Chromalight for additional legibility, just like the blunt-edged baton hands. At 3 o’clock, the date window, covered by the signature Cyclops magnifying lens, confirms the essential vocation of this watch: legibility at all times. It might sound redundant, but the replica Datejust 41 is a superlatively easy watch to consult.

The Bracelet

As mentioned, the Datejust can now be ordered with a choice of two bracelets, the sportier Oyster 3-link or the more elaborate, dressier 5-link Jubilee bracelet, both fitted with the folding Oysterclasp and its Easylink 5mm rapid DIY extension link. For many, the Jubilee is the most comfortable bracelet ever created with its small flexible links with rounded edges that follow the contours of the wrist like a second skin. An upgrade introduced in 2016 is the way the bracelet is now integrated with the case creating visual continuity between the two elements.

The finish of both bracelets is impeccable and, in the case of the Oyster bracelet, the contrast of the satin-brushed outer links and the thicker, brightly polished central echo the reflections created by the fluted bezel. In fact, the case and bracelet seem to have been crafted from the same piece of metal to create a harmonious, fluid and ergonomic design.

The Movement

In the Day-Date 40, Rolex debuted what is easily the most impressive mechanical movement it has made to date, which is the caliber 3255. This Rolex Datejust 41 replica also has a new movement which is extremely similar to the 3255, being the caliber 3235.

Calibre 3235 was also the first movement to be declared a Superlative Chronometer by Rolex. The criteria of Rolex’s own Superlative Chronometer certification surpass twice that of the COSC chronometer certification and the movement is regulated within tolerances of −2/+2 seconds per day. Watches bearing the Superlative Chronometer status come with a small green seal and a five-year guarantee.

Summary

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