Description
Day-Date 40 mm, 18 ct Yellow Gold with Olive Green Dial Ref. 228238-0005
Overview
The Rolex Day-Date 40 Ref. 228238-0005 embodies the pinnacle of watchmaking excellence — a symbol of prestige, craftsmanship, and leadership. Crafted exclusively in 18 ct yellow gold, this masterpiece combines the timeless elegance of the Day-Date with a contemporary 40 mm profile and the mesmerizing beauty of an olive green sunray dial. It is a statement of success and refined taste, worn by visionaries across generations.
Design & Materials
- Case: 40 mm 18 ct yellow gold Oyster case, crafted in Rolex’s own foundry, featuring polished flanks and brushed lugs for a balanced, luxurious finish.
- Bezel: Signature fluted bezel in 18 ct yellow gold — an enduring hallmark of Rolex elegance.
- Dial: Sunray-finished olive green dial with applied Roman numeral hour markers in yellow gold, offering depth and sophisticated contrast.
- Hands: Faceted yellow gold hands with Chromalight coating for subtle night-time legibility.
- Bracelet: Iconic President bracelet in 18 ct yellow gold, designed for maximum comfort and prestige, fitted with concealed Crownclasp closure.
- Aesthetic: A perfect union of strength and sophistication — elegant, confident, and unmistakably Rolex.
Movement
- Caliber: Rolex Calibre 3255 — a self-winding mechanical movement entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex.
- Functions: Centre hour, minute and seconds hands; instantaneous day and date in apertures; rapid setting; stop-seconds for precise time adjustment.
- Power Reserve: Approximately 70 hours.
- Features: Equipped with Rolex’s Chronergy escapement, blue Parachrom hairspring, and Paraflex shock absorbers — offering superior precision, reliability, and resistance to magnetic fields.
- Certification: Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex in-house testing) with precision of −2/+2 seconds per day.
Technical Specifications
- Reference: 228238-0005
- Collection: Rolex Day-Date 40
- Case: 18 ct yellow gold, 40 mm
- Bezel: Fluted bezel in yellow gold
- Dial: Olive green sunray-finished with Roman numerals
- Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire with Cyclops lens over the date
- Bracelet: President bracelet in yellow gold with concealed Crownclasp
- Movement: Rolex Calibre 3255, automatic, 70-hour power reserve
- Water Resistance: 100 meters (330 feet)
- Condition: New / Unworn
- Box & Papers: Complete Rolex presentation box and 5-year international warranty card
Prestige & Value
The Rolex Day-Date 40 Ref. 228238-0005 transcends the boundaries of timekeeping — it is a symbol of achievement and elegance. The olive green dial paired with yellow gold creates a striking yet dignified aesthetic, favored by leaders and visionaries worldwide. Representing the ultimate in Rolex refinement, this Day-Date is more than a watch — it is the mark of distinction and legacy.
