Rolex Datejust 28mm Steel and ...

Rolex’s legendary status in watchmaking is built upon models like the Datejust, an icon of design and engineering introduced in 1945. This particular reference, the 279174, continues this celebrated tradition in a 28mm case configuration. The case and bracelet are constructed from Rolex’s proprietary 904L stainless steel, known as Oystersteel, which offers superior corrosion resistance. The fluted bezel is machined from 18k white gold, a signature element that catches the light distinctly. The Silver Star Diamond dial features applied Roman numeral markers at the 6 and 9 o’clock positions, with diamond hour markers completing the indices. This dial is protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with a Cyclops lens over the date for enhanced legibility. The bracelet is the five-piece link Jubilee, originally designed for the Datejust, providing a comfortable and flexible fit. At the heart of this timepiece is the Calibre 2236, a self-winding mechanical movement certified as a Superlative Chronometer, a standard that guarantees an accuracy of -2/ 2 seconds per day. This movement incorporates Rolex’s patented Syloxi hairspring in silicon, which provides high resistance to magnetic fields and shocks. The blue Parachrom hairspring further enhances the movement’s stability against temperature variations and impacts. The single complication is the date function, displayed at the 3 o’clock position with instantaneous change at midnight. The movement is also fitted with a paramagnetic nickel-phosphorus escape wheel and is protected by the patented Oyster architecture, offering a robust power reserve of approximately 55 hours. This watch is presented in mint condition, showing no visible signs of wear on the case, bezel, bracelet, or crystal. It is accompanied by its new, undated Rolex warranty card, which is valid for approximately five years from the point of initial sale and is essential for authentication and future service. The combination of its iconic design, the desirability of the Silver Star Diamond dial, and the two-tone steel and white gold construction places this reference in a strong market position. The Datejust is consistently one of Rolex’s most collected and recognizable models, and examples in this condition with full documentation are sought after for their immediate wearability and proven long-term value retention in the secondary market.