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Rolex

Day-Date 40

Ref. 228239

The Rolex 228239 Day-Date 40 is a prestigious and iconic watch known for its 40mm white gold case, fluted bezel, and the President bracelet. It is notable for its understated luxury, featuring the advanced Calibre 3255 movement with a 70-hour power reserve and exceptional precision. The Day-Date line is historically significant as the first watch to display both the day and date in apertures, symbolizing status and refinement.

crystalScratch-resistant sapphire with Cyclops lens over the date
braceletPresident, semi-circular three-piece links, 18 ct white gold
movementCalibre 3255, automatic, mechanical self-winding, 70-hour power reserve, -2/+2 sec/day precision, paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring, Paraflex shock absorbers
functionsTime (hours, minutes, seconds), instantaneous day and date in apertures, stop-seconds for exact time setting
case diameter40 mm
case material18 ct white gold
water resistance100 meters / 330 feet

A registered Rolex 228239 carries a permanent RGATT passport: origin, history and owners, verifiable by anyone, and a documented history makes a watch easier to sell.