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Rolex - 178279-0046 Datejust 31 White Gold Fluted / President / Black

Ref. 178279-0046

Rolex Rolex - 178279-0046 Datejust 31 White Gold Fluted / President / Black
Rolex Rolex - 178279-0046 Datejust 31 White Gold Fluted / President / Black
Rolex Rolex - 178279-0046 Datejust 31 White Gold Fluted / President / Black

Case

MaterialWhite Gold
Diameter31 mm
CrystalSapphire
WR100 m

Dial

ColorBlack
IndexesStick / Dot Hands: Stick

Movement

Caliber2235
Typeautomatic
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About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, in its 178279-0046 iteration, embodies the quiet refinement of a timepiece that has defined elegance for generations. Crafted in white gold, its fluted bezel—a hallmark of the Datejust lineage—adds a tactile and visual dimension that bridges tradition with modernity. The dial, a deep black canvas, is punctuated by slender stick indexes and hands, their precision echoing the understated sophistication of the collection’s enduring design language. The President bracelet, with its polished links and secure clasp, ensures both comfort and a sense of occasion, making this watch as suitable for a gala as it is for the quiet moments of daily life. At its core, the Datejust 31 houses the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement distinguished by its enhanced date display and improved power reserve, reflecting Rolex’s commitment to mechanical excellence. The sapphire crystal, paired with a closed case back, safeguards the watch’s integrity while emphasizing its robust construction—a testament to the brand’s reputation for durability. The 31mm case, though modest in size, is a masterclass in proportion, balancing presence with subtlety. This watch is for those who value heritage without sacrificing contemporary relevance, whose discernment lies in the details rather than the ostentatious. It is the companion to moments that demand both quiet confidence and enduring legacy.

The 178279 family

178279-0046 is one of 25 variants sharing the 178279 base reference — same watch underneath, different dial, bezel, or bracelet execution. Browse the others:

+ 16 more variants in this family.

Inside: Caliber 2235

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This model is equipped with calibre 2235, a self-winding mechanical movement entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. Like all Rolex Perpetual movements, the 2235 is a certified Swiss chronometer, a designation reserved for high-precision watches that have successfully passed the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC) tests. Its architecture, in common with all Oyster watch movements, makes it singularly reliable

732 other watches in the library run the Rolex 2235.

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