Rolex Day-Date 18238 Red Vignette
Description
This is the Rolex Day-Date 18238. Within the Rolex line, the Day-Date is often the model that is associated with the highest level of prestige. Introduced in 1956, it was the first timepiece to display both the day and the date on the dial. The nickname, “The President”, was derived from this timepiece being gifted to then President Dwight Eisenhower. The nickname actually refers to the bracelet that accompanies the watch rather than the entire timepiece itself.
Traditionally associated with prestige, the demand for vintage Day-Dates have increased drastically with the understanding that these gold pieces were actually undervalued. Most don’t come with bracelets as they were removed and sold as gold in the past.
The reference 18238 was introduced in 1988 with a new movement, the Calibre 3155. Importantly, this brought about the double quickset function, making it much easier to adjust the day and the date independently. The 18238 as a reference is the last series of the five-digit Day-Dates and was replaced by the six digit Day-Dates in 2000. This particular 18238 comes with a factory red vignette dial which is fairly uncommon.
Condition
This Rolex Day-Date 18238 is in very good pre-owned condition. The case remains thick with even lugs and original chamfers are still present. The factory red vignette dial is clean with original tritium lume. The case engravings and hallmarks are still clear and the watch is in full working order.
Specifications
Brand Rolex
Model Day-Date
Reference 18238
Movement Automatic
Case 36
Case material Yellow Gold
Bracelet material Leather
Year 1999
Condition Excellent
Accessories None. Watch Only.
Limited No. Discontinued.
All Prices in USD
Worldwide Shipping Available via Fedex Insured
Description
This is the Rolex Day-Date 18238. Within the Rolex line, the Day-Date is often the model that is associated with the highest level of prestige. Introduced in 1956, it was the first timepiece to display both the day and the date on the dial. The nickname, “The President”, was derived from this timepiece being gifted to then President Dwight Eisenhower. The nickname actually refers to the bracelet that accompanies the watch rather than the entire timepiece itself.
Traditionally associated with prestige, the demand for vintage Day-Dates have increased drastically with the understanding that these gold pieces were actually undervalued. Most don’t come with bracelets as they were removed and sold as gold in the past.
The reference 18238 was introduced in 1988 with a new movement, the Calibre 3155. Importantly, this brought about the double quickset function, making it much easier to adjust the day and the date independently. The 18238 as a reference is the last series of the five-digit Day-Dates and was replaced by the six digit Day-Dates in 2000. This particular 18238 comes with a factory red vignette dial which is fairly uncommon.
Condition
This Rolex Day-Date 18238 is in very good pre-owned condition. The case remains thick with even lugs and original chamfers are still present. The factory red vignette dial is clean with original tritium lume. The case engravings and hallmarks are still clear and the watch is in full working order.
Specifications
Brand Rolex
Model Day-Date
Reference 18238
Movement Automatic
Case 36
Case material Yellow Gold
Bracelet material Leather
Year 1999
Condition Excellent
Accessories None. Watch Only.
Limited No. Discontinued.
All Prices in USD
Worldwide Shipping Available via Fedex Insured
Description
This is the Rolex Day-Date 18238. Within the Rolex line, the Day-Date is often the model that is associated with the highest level of prestige. Introduced in 1956, it was the first timepiece to display both the day and the date on the dial. The nickname, “The President”, was derived from this timepiece being gifted to then President Dwight Eisenhower. The nickname actually refers to the bracelet that accompanies the watch rather than the entire timepiece itself.
Traditionally associated with prestige, the demand for vintage Day-Dates have increased drastically with the understanding that these gold pieces were actually undervalued. Most don’t come with bracelets as they were removed and sold as gold in the past.
The reference 18238 was introduced in 1988 with a new movement, the Calibre 3155. Importantly, this brought about the double quickset function, making it much easier to adjust the day and the date independently. The 18238 as a reference is the last series of the five-digit Day-Dates and was replaced by the six digit Day-Dates in 2000. This particular 18238 comes with a factory red vignette dial which is fairly uncommon.
Condition
This Rolex Day-Date 18238 is in very good pre-owned condition. The case remains thick with even lugs and original chamfers are still present. The factory red vignette dial is clean with original tritium lume. The case engravings and hallmarks are still clear and the watch is in full working order.
Specifications
Brand Rolex
Model Day-Date
Reference 18238
Movement Automatic
Case 36
Case material Yellow Gold
Bracelet material Leather
Year 1999
Condition Excellent
Accessories None. Watch Only.
Limited No. Discontinued.
All Prices in USD
Worldwide Shipping Available via Fedex Insured