Rolex Lady-Datejust 28 28 mm 279161CSJ Steel/Rose Gold Chocolate

The Rolex Lady-Datejust is one of the most enduring icons in watchmaking — a model that Rolex introduced in 1957 as the first self-winding, waterproof wristwatch purpose-built for women and equipped with a date display. Across nearly seven decades, the Lady-Datejust has evolved in refinement while preserving the clean, instantly recognizable Datejust architecture: the fluted or domed bezel, the cyclops date lens, the jubilee or oyster bracelet, and the flared lugs that give the case its characteristic elegance. The current 28 mm generation, bearing the 279 reference prefix, represents the most thoroughly developed expression of that lineage, with improved proportions, updated bracelet engineering, and an in-house automatic movement housed inside the legendary Oyster case.

Reference 279161CSJ occupies a particularly desirable position within the Lady-Datejust 28 family because it combines two of Rolex's most appealing materials — Oystersteel and Everose gold — in the two-tone Rolesor configuration. Oystersteel is Rolex's proprietary 904L stainless steel, an alloy prized in aerospace and chemical industries for its exceptional resistance to corrosion and its ability to take and hold a deep, mirror-like polish. Everose gold is Rolex's exclusive 18k rose gold formulation, developed in-house to resist fading over time — a subtlety that distinguishes a genuine Rolex from any imitation and ensures the warm blush tone remains consistent across decades of wear.

The chocolate dial of the 279161CSJ is the defining visual statement of this reference. Rich, warm, and sophisticated, a chocolate dial occupies a rarified space in the collector world — neither as ubiquitous as silver or white nor as bold as black — making it a deeply personal choice that rewards close inspection. The dial is set with index hour markers that complement the overall warmth of the palette, and the date aperture at three o'clock, magnified by Rolex's signature Cyclops lens, adds functional elegance without disrupting the dial's harmony. The smooth domed bezel in rose gold frames the dial with an unbroken curve that feels both classic and modern.

The Jubilee bracelet included with this reference is among the most celebrated bracelets in horological history. Introduced alongside the original Datejust in 1945, the five-link Jubilee design is finer and more supple than the Oyster bracelet, draping gracefully around the wrist and lending the watch a dressy, jewelry-like quality entirely appropriate to the Lady-Datejust's character. On the 279161CSJ, the bracelet integrates the two-tone steel-and-Everose-gold scheme of the case, with alternating polished and brushed surfaces that catch light from multiple angles. The Oysterclasp secures the bracelet discreetly and provides easy sizing adjustment.

At 28 mm, the Oyster case is perfectly scaled for a wide range of wrist sizes, offering the full presence and legibility of the Datejust design without overwhelming a slender wrist. The case is water-resistant to 100 meters, sealed by the screw-down Triplock winding crown that is synonymous with Rolex durability. Inside, an automatic movement — the same family of calibers that has powered Lady-Datejust references in this generation — delivers the precise, self-winding reliability that Rolex is certified for by the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC) and by Rolex's own more stringent Superlative Chronometer standard, ensuring accuracy to within plus or minus two seconds per day.

At Bizak & Co., we specialize in sourcing and presenting luxury timepieces of exactly this caliber — references that combine heritage pedigree, exceptional materials, and immediate wearability. The Rolex Lady-Datejust 28 reference 279161CSJ in chocolate dial with rose gold and steel is a watch that appreciates in desirability over time, wears beautifully every day, and carries the full weight of Rolex's unmatched reputation. We invite you to contact our team with any questions about this reference, its availability, or our authentication process. Bizak & Co. is not an authorized Rolex dealer; all Rolex trademarks belong to Rolex SA.