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Rolex - 178344-0066 Datejust 31 Stainless Steel Domed Diamond / Oyster / Meteorite

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Rolex Rolex - 178344-0066 Datejust 31 Stainless Steel Domed Diamond / Oyster / Meteorite
Rolex Rolex - 178344-0066 Datejust 31 Stainless Steel Domed Diamond / Oyster / Meteorite
Rolex Rolex - 178344-0066 Datejust 31 Stainless Steel Domed Diamond / Oyster / Meteorite

Case

MaterialMeteorite
Diameter31 mm
CrystalSapphire
WR100 m

Dial

ColorGrey
IndexesGem-Set Indexes Hands: Stick

Movement

Caliber2235
Typeautomatic
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About This Watch

The Rolex Datejust 31 178344-0066 stands apart within the collection’s storied lineage through its harmonious marriage of celestial aesthetics and refined craftsmanship. The dial, a deep grey meteorite pattern, captures the organic, radiating textures of the cosmic material, its subtle iridescence shifting with the angle of light. Set against this backdrop, the gem-set indexes—each meticulously placed—add a quiet brilliance, while the stick hands offer a minimalist counterpoint, ensuring legibility without intruding on the dial’s meditative symmetry. The domed stainless steel case, polished to a mirror finish, encases this composition with understated elegance, its curvature a nod to the Datejust’s enduring silhouette, first introduced in 1945 as a timepiece for the modern gentleman. At its core, the watch is powered by Rolex’s in-house 2235 movement, a testament to the brand’s relentless pursuit of precision. With a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour and a 48-hour power reserve, it exemplifies the quiet reliability that defines Rolex’s mechanical heritage. The closed case back and sapphire crystal further underscore the watch’s commitment to durability and clarity, while the 100-meter water resistance ensures it remains unimpaired by the rigors of daily wear. This timepiece is for those who value discretion as much as distinction—a collector’s piece suited to formal occasions or the quiet confidence of everyday sophistication. It is not a statement, but a legacy in the making.

The 178344 family

178344-0066 is one of 51 variants sharing the 178344 base reference — same watch underneath, different dial, bezel, or bracelet execution. Browse the others:

+ 42 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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