Rolex Day‑Date 40 Ref# M228238‑0003

🔹 Overview
The Rolex Day‑Date 40 Ref. M228238‑0003 is an emblem of refined prestige, featuring solid 18 kt yellow gold and Rolex’s iconic President bracelet. Its radiant champagne-colour sunray-finished dial, framed by the signature fluted bezel, delivers classic elegance with modern craftsmanship. A commanding yet timeless timepiece, it embodies the very essence of Rolex’s executive line.

💎 Key Specifications

• Origin: Switzerland — part of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day‑Date family, long renowned as the “President” watch

• Gender: Men’s / Unisex

• Case Diameter: 40 mm Oyster case in polished 18 kt yellow gold

• Case Material: Fully 18 kt yellow gold, combining elegance and resilience

• Bezel: Classic fluted bezel in matching yellow gold–a Rolex design staple

• Dial: Champagne-colour with sunray finish, offering warm tonal depth and shimmering reflections

• Hour Markers: Polished yellow‑gold applied indices (some versions with diamond markers available in same reference range)

• Bracelet Type: President bracelet in 18 kt yellow gold, semi-circular three-piece links; concealed Crownclasp ensures seamless closure

• Glass: Scratch‑resistant sapphire crystal with Cyclops magnifier over the date window at 3 o’clock

• Water Resistance: Waterproof to 100 m / 330 ft, secured via Twinlock crown system

⏱️ Movement

• Type: Perpetual, mechanical, self‑winding; Superlative Chronometer certified, delivering accuracy to –2/+2 sec/day after casing

• Caliber: Rolex Calibre 3255—Rolex’s flagship movement deployed in modern Day‑Date 40 models

• Power Reserve: Approximately 70 hours for multi-day autonomy

• Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)

• Jewels / Hairspring / Shock Absorption: Implements Chronergy escapement, blue Parachrom hairspring, and Paraflex shock absorbers for robust precision and resistance

• Functions:

  • Hours, minutes, seconds

  • Instantaneous day display at 12 o’clock (spelled fully)

  • Instantaneous date change at 3 o’clock with Cyclops lens

  • Stop‑seconds mechanism for precise time setting

✅ Highlight Summary
The Rolex Day‑Date 40 Ref. M228238‑0003 is the embodiment of Rolex’s leadership in horological luxury. Its rich champagne sunray dial pairs flawlessly with fully yellow-gold construction—elevated further by the discreet brilliance of the President bracelet. Under the hood, Calibre 3255 powers the watch with 70 hours of reserve and chronometric accuracy within ±2 seconds per day. Beyond being a watch, it’s a symbol of status, excellence, and refined style that transcends generations.