Series : LADY DATEJUST
Model Number : 178243
Movement : Automatic
Power Reserve : Caliber Rolex 2235,48Hours
Case Diameter : 31mm
Mirror Material : Resistant Sapphire Crystal
Dial Colour : Gold
Strap Colour : Silver
Clasp : Folding Clasp
Configuration Integrity
Authentication is strongest when the examiner reconstructs the reference from observable details instead of searching for a famous one-line ‘tell.’ The date display and bezel/case relationship are useful reference-specific checkpoints. They should agree with the stated 31mm configuration rather than merely appear Rolex-like. The attributes specify Folding Clasp; include its hinge, engraving and closure geometry in the photographic record. The listed crystal is Resistant Sapphire Crystal, so its seating and edge profile can be compared as a separate construction detail. The stated movement is Automatic with Caliber Rolex 2235,48Hours power reserve; keep that statement separate from what is physically verified.
Structural Comparison
Review edge definition around the case and bracelet. Over-rounded transitions, uneven brushing or inconsistent end-link fit may indicate manufacturing differences even when individual surfaces look attractive.
Close-Range Inspection
Document the dial before drawing conclusions. A straight-on frame, a close macro and a lower-angle image reveal different classes of error and reduce the chance of overreading one photograph.
Mechanical Examination
Movement verification should ask two questions: does the mechanism perform the functions expected of the reference, and does its physical architecture support the caliber claim?
Decision Framework
Finish with an evidence hierarchy rather than a yes/no shortcut: configuration accuracy, geometry, construction, mechanics and provenance should each receive their own weight.


















Scott Allen –
I took a little time to check the description before committing to this one. The proportions and date display and automatic movement work particularly well together. I like that it can work with everyday clothes without looking out of place. It ended up being a better fit for my needs than I expected.