Rolex Datejust 41 126333BSJ1: Yellow Rolesor, Black Dial, Pre-Owned Guide

The Rolex Datejust 41 126333BSJ1 is the yellow Rolesor Datejust 41: a 41 mm Oystersteel case with an 18 ct yellow gold fluted bezel, a black dial with index hour markers and a two-tone Jubilee bracelet, powered by the calibre 3235. Rolex introduced the Datejust 41 in 2016 to replace the Datejust II, and the 126333 is its steel and yellow gold model with a fluted bezel. This guide covers the specifications, what yellow Rolesor means, how the 126333 compares with the older 116333 and the steel and white gold 126334, how it wears, dated pre-owned catalogue prices from October 2026 and what to check before buying. Bizak & Co. sources the 126333BSJ1 to order; the Rolex Datejust collection lists the configurations we can seek.

Last reviewed on October 1, 2026 by Filip Biczak. Prices are dated observations, not quotes.

Rolex Datejust 41 126333BSJ1 specifications

Sources: the Rolex Datejust collection page for the current range, and Rolex watch care and service for service intervals and the guarantee. The reference suffix identifies the dial and bracelet, so match it against the card on the watch you are offered.

What is yellow Rolesor?

Rolesor is Rolex's name for steel and gold in one watch. In yellow Rolesor the gold is 18 ct yellow gold, and on the 126333 it appears on the fluted bezel, the crown and the centre links of the Jubilee bracelet. The case middle, case back and outer bracelet links stay in Oystersteel. That split keeps the watch from reading as a full gold watch, which many buyers prefer, and it means the parts that take everyday knocks are steel. Rolex has used the combination since the 1930s, so it does not read as a trend piece.

How does the 126333 compare with the 116333 and 126334?

The 126333 is the one to buy if you want the current movement and the slimmer, more refined case that came with the Datejust 41 name. The 116333 shares the colour and the 41 mm size but has the earlier movement and a heavier look, so it is a value route. The 126334 is the same watch in a cooler metal; the Datejust 41 126331 guide covers the Everose Rolesor equivalent.

Which 126333 dial: black, champagne, white or slate?

Prices vary with dial, year and set, and the listings differ in condition, so use the table to see the pattern, not to value a specific watch. Black and slate dials are generally asked at a little more than white and champagne. The black dial against yellow gold is high-contrast without being flashy, and it is the dial most buyers picture when they say two-tone Datejust.

How does the Datejust 41 wear?

At 41 mm the Datejust 41 sits wide but not oversized on most wrists. The Jubilee bracelet is five-piece and sits close to the wrist, which makes it comfortable under a suit cuff and equally comfortable rolled up on a weekend. The gold bezel and centre links give warmth without making the watch look heavy. If your wrist is under about 16 cm (6.3 inches), consider the 36 mm Datejust instead.

How much is a Rolex Datejust 41 126333BSJ1? Prices in 2026

• Retail. Rolex's US list price for the yellow Rolesor Datejust 41 is shown on the Rolex site linked above and rises with each annual increase. Check the current figure there; a pre-owned watch is priced by the secondary market, not by Rolex.
• Bizak catalogue ask. On 1 October 2026 our sourced catalogue listed the pre-owned 126333BSJ1 at US$16,089, full set, sourced to order. Other 126333 dials in the catalogue were listed between about US$15,043 and US$19,360.
• What moves the price. Full set with box and card, an unpolished case with sharp fluting on the bezel, a bracelet without stretch and an original dial each add. A replaced dial, a heavily polished case or a stretched bracelet each subtract.

Those figures describe what we saw and will move. Ask for a dated quote for the exact year, dial and set; our Rolex price guide explains how to compare quotes.

Is the 126333BSJ1 a good investment?

It is a watch to wear. Two-tone Datejusts hold their value reasonably well because the model is a long-running classic, but they do not appreciate like the sports models, and a pre-owned example is already past the steepest part of its depreciation. The condition of the gold bezel and the bracelet drives resale. Buy it because you want one watch that works at a dinner and on a boat. If resale matters, ask for a written cash-buy assessment before you commit.

Buying a pre-owned 126333BSJ1: what to check

• Warranty card and serial. Confirm the serial and reference on the card match the case, and ask for the purchase date. A card dated more than five years ago means the Rolex guarantee has expired.
• Bracelet stretch. Hold the watch by the clasp. A Jubilee bracelet that sags into a curve is stretched; ask to measure it and expect link or clasp work.
• Gold bezel. The yellow gold fluted bezel is solid gold. Check the fluting peaks for wear and deep scratches; light polish marks are normal, heavy polishing softens the flutes.
• Dial and hands. Original dials have crisp printing and no bubbling under the lacquer. A replaced dial or aftermarket hands lowers value and authenticity.
• Case. Sharp chamfers on the lugs and even brushing on the case sides; rounded edges mean repeated polishing.
• Service history. Ask when the watch was last serviced and request records. Budget for a service if there is none.
• Price against the band. A full-set 126333 offered far below the catalogue range is the single most reliable warning sign.

Our authentication process describes what we inspect before dispatch.

Quick answers

How much is a Rolex Datejust 41 126333BSJ1?

Bizak's sourced catalogue listed the pre-owned 126333BSJ1 at US$16,089, full set, on 1 October 2026, sourced to order. Other 126333 dials were listed between about US$15,043 and US$19,360.

What movement is in the Datejust 41 126333?

The calibre 3235, an automatic movement with about 70 hours of power reserve, certified by Rolex as a Superlative Chronometer.

What is the difference between the 126333 and 126334?

The 126333 has a yellow gold fluted bezel and yellow gold centre links; the 126334 has a white gold fluted bezel and a fully steel bracelet. The case and movement are the same.

Is the 126333 water resistant?

Yes, to 100 metres (330 feet), with a screw-down Twinlock crown.

Is the Datejust 41 126333 still made?

The Datejust 41 range continues, but check the Rolex site to see whether this exact configuration is current, since Rolex updates dials and bracelets.

Request a Rolex Datejust 41 126333BSJ1 sourcing quote

Tell us the dial you prefer, your year range, condition and whether the warranty card must be present, plus your budget and timing, through our sourcing enquiry form. We confirm the specific watch, photographs, papers and final price before you commit. Catalogue entries: 126333BSJ1 black dial pre-owned, 126333BDJ1 black, 126333WJ1 white, 126333CDJ1 champagne; browse the Datejust collection, the two-tone watches collection, or sell or trade your Datejust.

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