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Rolex Day-Date 40 mm

Rolex Day-Date 40 mm

AutomaticYellow Gold

Ref. 228238-0005

Collection: Day-DateCase size: 40mmMovement: 3255

Rolex Day-Date 40, reference 228238-0005, has a 40 mm case in yellow gold. The case measures 12 mm thick and the fluted bezel is rendered in the same gold. A sapphire crystal with a Cyclops lens sits over the date, protecting a champagne-colour dial set with diamonds. Inside is the calibre 3255, a self-winding chronometer movement with a power reserve of approximately 70 hours, and the watch shows central seconds along with day and date. The screw-down crown adds to the watch's overall security. It is fitted to a President bracelet in yellow gold with a concealed folding Crownclasp. This Day-Date is rated waterproof to 100 metres.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL

Gender

Men

CASE

Diameter

40mm

Thickness

12mm

Case Material

Yellow Gold

Water Resistance

100m

Crystal

Sapphire Crystal

Bezel Material

Yellow Gold

MOVEMENT

Movement Type

Automatic

Caliber

3255

Power Reserve

72h

Frequency

28,800 vph (4 Hz)

Jewels

31 jewels

DIAL

Dial Color

Champagne

Numerals

Gemstones

BRACELET/STRAP

Bracelet/Strap

Yellow Gold

Clasp Type

Hidden Fold Clasp

Clasp Material

Yellow Gold

FEATURES & COMPLICATIONS

Central secondsChronometerDateGemstones and/or diamondsQuick SetScrew-Down CrownWeekday

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