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Rolex - 178279-0054 Datejust 31 White Gold Fluted / President / Black Arabic

Ref. 178279-0054

Rolex Rolex - 178279-0054 Datejust 31 White Gold Fluted / President / Black Arabic
Rolex Rolex - 178279-0054 Datejust 31 White Gold Fluted / President / Black Arabic
Rolex Rolex - 178279-0054 Datejust 31 White Gold Fluted / President / Black Arabic

Case

MaterialWhite Gold
Diameter31 mm
CrystalSapphire
WR100 m

Dial

ColorBlack
IndexesArabic Numerals Hands: Stick

Movement

Caliber2235
Typeautomatic
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About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31, introduced in 1945 as a milestone in the brand’s commitment to combining precision with elegance, finds a refined expression in the 178279-0054. This reference distinguishes itself through its harmonious blend of classic design and modern craftsmanship, anchored by a 31mm white gold case that exudes understated sophistication. The dial, a deep black canvas, is adorned with Arabic numerals and stick hands, their sharpness enhanced by the contrast against the polished surface. A fluted bezel, a hallmark of the Datejust lineage, frames the dial with a tactile elegance that has remained unchanged for decades, while the president bracelet—characterized by its smooth, uninterrupted links—offers both comfort and a sense of quiet authority. At its core lies the Caliber 2235, an automatic movement celebrated for its reliability and the inclusion of a date display through a sapphire crystal. The caseback, closed and unobtrusive, ensures the mechanical artistry remains a private testament to Rolex’s mastery. Water resistance to 100 meters, though not a feature typically sought by collectors, underscores the watch’s practicality without compromising its formal demeanor. This timepiece is for the discerning individual

The 178279 family

178279-0054 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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