The Rolex Lady-Datejust reference 279161-0022 is a 28mm luxury timepiece featuring an Everose Rolesor construction, which combines durable Oystersteel with 18k Everose gold. The watch is distinguished by its white lacquer dial adorned with 18k Everose gold Roman numeral hour markers and a polished domed bezel. It is powered by the manufacture caliber 2236, a self-winding mechanical movement equipped with a patented Syloxi silicon hairspring and Paraflex shock absorbers. This COSC-certified movement offers a power reserve of approximately 55 hours and maintains a precision of -2/+2 seconds per day. The watch is fitted with a three-piece link Oyster bracelet that includes a folding Oysterclasp and the Easylink 5mm comfort extension system.
In terms of complications, the timepiece focuses on essential daily functions, featuring central hands for hours, minutes, and seconds, along with an instantaneous date display at the 3 o’clock position. The date is magnified by the iconic Cyclops lens integrated into the scratch-resistant sapphire crystal for enhanced legibility. Designed for resilience, the Oyster case utilizes a Twinlock double waterproofness system and a screw-down crown to ensure water resistance up to 100 meters. The movement also includes a stop-seconds feature, allowing for precise time setting to the exact second.
General reviews of the Lady-Datejust 28 emphasize its refined proportions and its status as a classic choice for a daily luxury watch. Collectors often praise the Everose Rolesor combination for its warm aesthetic and high-quality finish, noting that it provides a more distinctive wrist presence than standard stainless steel models. The caliber 2236 is frequently highlighted for its exceptional reliability and resistance to magnetic fields and temperature variations. While the 28mm size is lauded for its graceful and feminine silhouette, some reviewers note that its smaller dial may be less legible for some users compared to larger Datejust iterations, despite the effectiveness of the magnifying Cyclops lens.