Is the 126234 a good daily watch?

Yes. At 36 mm with 100 m water resistance and a steel case, it wears easily every day. The white gold bezel is the part to protect from knocks.

How does it compare with the older 116234?

The 126234 uses the newer Calibre 3235 with about 70 hours of reserve instead of about 48, and a slimmer lugs and case profile. The overall look is close.

Is the bezel solid white gold?

Yes, the fluted bezel is solid 18 ct white gold. That makes it softer than steel and prone to scratches.

A Rolex green presentation box and a guarantee card dated by the official retailer. Papers matter for resale.

Does the 36 mm size suit men?

It does. 36 mm was the standard men's Datejust size for decades and suits wrists up to about 7 inches. Larger wrists may prefer the Datejust 41.

How often does it need servicing?

Rolex suggests service roughly every 10 years. Owners often wait until timekeeping drifts.

Rolex Datejust 126234 White Gold Stainless Steel 36.0mm Automatic

Q: Where is the Rolex Datejust 126234 White Gold Stainless Steel 36.0mm Automatic cheapest?

At Thomas Markle Jewelers, for $10,100.00, 31% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: Where can I buy the Rolex Datejust 126234 White Gold Stainless Steel 36.0mm Automatic?

13 stores we checked sell it, including Thomas Markle Jewelers, Jaztime, Horando, WatchGuys, Jomashop.com.

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$10,100.00at Thomas Markle JewelersChecked Nov 8

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What reviewers say

Owners praise the 126234 as a refined, comfortable daily watch with a standout blue dial and the smooth 3235 movement. Common complaints are the soft white gold bezel and the price of servicing.

What people mention

Bezel wearCriticisedOwners say the white gold fluted bezel picks up scratches and dings with daily wear.
DialPraisedThe bright blue sunray dial is the most complimented feature.
Bracelet comfortPraisedThe Jubilee bracelet is described as comfortable and well balanced on the wrist.
MovementPraisedThe 3235 is called accurate and smooth, with a long power reserve.
Service costCriticisedOwners note that routine servicing is expensive.

About the Rolex Datejust 126234 White Gold Stainless Steel 36.0mm Automatic

The Rolex Datejust 126234 is an automatic watch with a 36 mm Oyster case in Oystersteel and white gold, a combination Rolex calls White Rolesor. The bezel is fluted and made of white gold. The dial is bright blue with a sunray finish, and the bracelet is a Jubilee with five-piece links.

It is powered by Calibre 3235, a Manufacture Rolex movement that is mechanical, self-winding and perpetual. The power reserve is approximately 70 hours. The watch carries Superlative Chronometer certification, which combines official chronometer certification with Rolex certification after casing. It is waterproof to 100 metres (330 feet).

Reference

126234

Case

Oyster, 36 mm

Material

Oystersteel and white gold (White Rolesor)

Bezel

Fluted, white gold

Dial

Bright blue, sunray finish

Bracelet

Jubilee, five-piece links