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Rolex Day-Date 40 Oyster, 40 mm, yellow gold
M228238-0042

$49,300 CAD

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The suggested retail price can be modified at any time without notice.

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  • Reference

    228238

  • Model Case

    Oyster, 40 mm, yellow gold

  • Bezel

    Fluted

  • Water-Resistance

    Waterproof to 100 metres / 330 feet

  • Movement

    Perpetual, mechanical, self-winding

  • Calibre

    3255, Manufacture Rolex

  • Power Reserve

    Approximately 70 hours

  • Bracelet

    President, semi-circular three-piece links

  • Dial

    White

  • Certification

    Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex certification after casing)

  • Oyster Architecture

    Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

  • Diameter

    40 mm

  • Material

    18 ct yellow gold

  • Bracelet Material

    18 ct yellow gold

  • Winding

    Bidirectional self-winding via Perpetual rotor

  • Winding Crown

    Screw-down, Twinlock double waterproofness system

  • Crystal

    Scratch-resistant sapphire

  • Precision

    -2/+2 sec/day, after casing

  • Details

  • Clasp

    Concealed folding Crownclasp

  • Oscillator

    Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring. High-performance Paraflex shock absorbers

Day-Date 40

Fluted bezel

The Rolex fluted bezel is a mark of distinction. Originally, the fluting of the Oyster bezel had a functional purpose: it served to screw the bezel onto the case helping to ensure the waterproofness of the watch. It was therefore identical to the fluting on the case back, which was also screwed onto the case for waterproofness, using specific Rolex tools. Over time, the fluting became an aesthetic element, a genuine Rolex signature feature. Today the fluted bezel is a mark of distinction, in gold on this Day-Date 40.

Day-Date 40

White dial

Lacquer combines almost limitless freedom of colour with intensity and a smooth finish. The lacquering technique consists of successively depositing six thin layers of lacquer on a brass base plate. A colourless varnish is then applied to give the colour or shade all of its depth and shine. Once the varnish is dry, the surface of the dial is polished to magnify the colour; the dial is then ready to be pad printed and receive its appliques.

Day-Date 40

18 ct yellow gold

By operating its own exclusive foundry, Rolex has the unrivalled ability to cast the highest quality 18 ct gold alloys. According to the proportion of silver, copper, platinum or palladium added, different types of 18 ct gold are obtained: yellow, pink or white. They are made with only the purest metals and meticulously inspected in an in-house laboratory with state-of-the-art equipment, before the gold is formed and shaped with the same painstaking attention to quality. Rolex's commitment to excellence begins at the source.

Model Availability

All Rolex watches are assembled by hand with the utmost care to ensure exceptional quality. Such high standards naturally restrict Rolex production capacity and, at times, the demand for Rolex watches outpaces this capacity.

Therefore, the availability of certain models may be limited. New Rolex watches are exclusively sold by Official Rolex Retailers, who receive regular deliveries and independently manage the allocation and sales of watches to customers.

Raffi Jewellers is proud to be part of the worldwide network of Official Rolex Retailers and can provide information on the availability of Rolex watches.

How to Set your Day-Date 40 Synonymous with excellence and reliability, Rolex watches are designed for everyday wear, and depending on the model, perfectly suited for a wide range of sports and other activities. Built to last, these timepieces are characterized by their distinctive and timeless aesthetics. The Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 40 is the ultimate watch of prestige. Learn more about this model and how to set the time, date and day by watching the video.

The new Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 36 welcomes dials made of decorative stone in shimmering tones that evoke the atmosphere of the Mediterranean coast. Green aventurine, carnelian and turquoise are paired with watches in 18 ct Everose, yellow and white gold respectively. As expressions of Rolex’s dial-making expertise, the new Day-Date 36 watches are also testament to the brand’s perfect mastery of the gem-setting art. This union of exceptional stones, gems and precious metals emphasizes the distinction and elegance of this prestigious watch.

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