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Rolex Datejust 31 Oyster, 31 mm, Oystersteel and white gold M278274-0018

Rolex

Datejust 31

31 mm, White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold

$8,500 i All prices are Rolex’s suggested retail price before applicable taxes. Prices can be modified at any time without notice.

Model availability i

All Rolex watches are assembled by hand with the utmost care to ensure exceptional quality. Such high standards naturally restrict Rolex production capacity and, at times, the demand for Rolex watches outpaces this capacity.

Therefore, the availability of certain models may be limited. New Rolex watches are exclusively sold by Official Rolex Jewelers, who receive regular deliveries and independently manage the allocation and sales of watches to customers.

Gerald Peters is proud to be part of the worldwide network of Official Rolex Jewelers and can provide information on the availability of Rolex watches.

Rolex Datejust in White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold, M278274-0018 - Gerald Peters

Reference

278274

Model case

Oyster, 31 mm, Oystersteel and white gold

Water-resistance

Waterproof to 100 metres / 330 feet

Bezel

Fluted

Dial

Mint green

Bracelet

Jubilee, five-piece links

Movement

Perpetual, mechanical, self-winding

Calibre

2236, Manufacture Rolex

Power reserve

Approximately 55 hours

Certification

Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex certification after casing)

Rolex Datejust in White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold M278274-0018 at Gerald Peters

Fluted bezel

The Rolex fluted bezel is a mark of distinction. Originally, the fluting of the Oyster bezel had a functional purpose: it served to screw the bezel onto the case helping to ensure the waterproofness of the watch. It was therefore identical to the fluting on the case back, which was also screwed onto the case for waterproofness, using specific Rolex tools. Over time, the fluting became an aesthetic element, a genuine Rolex signature feature. Today the fluted bezel is a mark of distinction, in gold on this Datejust 31.

Fluted bezel

Mint green dial

The sunray finish creates delicate light reflections on many dials in the Oyster Perpetual collection. It is obtained using masterful brushing techniques that create grooves running outwards from the centre of the dial. Light is diffused consistently along each engraving, creating a characteristic subtle glow that moves depending on the position of the wrist. Once the sunray finish has been completed, the dial colour is applied using Physical Vapour Deposition or electroplating. A light coat of varnish gives the dial its final look.