Rolex Lady-Datejust 31 31 mm 278271SRDVIO Steel/Rose Gold Slate

The Rolex Lady-Datejust 31 is one of watchmaking's most enduring icons — a timepiece that has defined elegant, wearable luxury for women since Rolex introduced the Datejust family in 1945. Reference 278271SRDVIO represents the current generation of the 31mm Lady-Datejust, a size that sits confidently between the petite 28mm and the full 36mm, making it one of the most universally flattering and versatile references in the entire Rolex catalogue. Its two-tone construction in Oystersteel and 18k Everose Gold — Rolex's proprietary rose-gold alloy engineered for exceptional resistance to fading and corrosion — gives this watch a warmth and depth that pure steel or pure gold references simply cannot replicate.

The slate dial is one of the most coveted finishes Rolex offers, prized for its sophisticated gray-to-charcoal tone that shifts subtly under different lighting conditions. On reference 278271SRDVIO the slate surface is paired with Roman numeral hour markers, a pairing that lends the dial a classical, almost architectural quality that distinguishes it immediately from the more common index-dial variants. The result is a dial that feels both timeless and quietly fashion-forward, complementing a wide range of metals, gemstones, and personal styles.

The 18k Everose Gold fluted bezel is the signature crown jewel of this configuration. The fluted bezel traces its lineage directly to the earliest Datejust references of the 1940s, originally conceived as a technical device to screw the bezel onto the case and ensure waterproofness. Today it is pure horological heritage rendered in precious metal, its precisely machined grooves catching and scattering light with every movement of the wrist. Paired with the slate Roman dial, the Everose Gold bezel creates a warm, layered contrast that elevates the watch well beyond the standard two-tone aesthetic.

Power comes from a Rolex automatic movement, self-winding through the motion of the wearer's wrist and offering the reliability and precision that defines the Rolex manufacture. The watch is presented on Rolex's three-link Oyster bracelet in the matching Oystersteel and Everose Gold combination, secured by the Oysterclasp for a secure, comfortable fit. With a water resistance of 100 meters (330 feet) delivered by the Oyster case architecture, this is a watch built to accompany an active life without compromise.

At Bizak & Co. we specialize in sourcing and presenting exceptional pre-owned and new luxury timepieces, and the Lady-Datejust 31 278271SRDVIO in slate with a fluted bezel represents exactly the kind of reference our clients seek: rare in configuration, instantly recognizable, and deeply wearable. Whether you are adding to an established collection or purchasing your first serious luxury watch, this reference rewards ownership at every level. Reach out to our team at bizakandco.com to ask about current availability, pricing, or to arrange a purchase — we are here to make the process as informed and enjoyable as the watch itself.