The watch that needs no introduction. Crafted in 18ct Everose Gold, the Day-Date 40 Ref. 228235-0002 is more than a timepiece — it is a declaration of who you are. certificate of authenticity and guarantee Pre-delivery activation of QR Code Watch Certificate™ digital authenticity card by a local certified watchmaker after inspection and report analysis by Swiss expert. Born in 1956, the Day-Date set a new standard for what a wristwatch could be. Crafted exclusively in 18ct Everose Gold, the Day-Date 40 Ref. 228235-0002 remains the only timepiece to display both the date and the full day of the week — a distinction it has held for nearly seven decades. Paired with the iconic President bracelet and finished with a rich Chocolate dial in Roman numerals, this is not simply a watch. It is the enduring symbol of power, achievement, and timeless elegance — worn by the world’s most influential figures, and built for those who define their own legacy. The self-winding Day-Date 40 is presented here in 18ct Everose Gold, featuring a 40mm Oyster case with monobloc middle case, screw-down case back, and Twinlock double waterproofness winding crown. At the heart of its appeal is the rich Chocolate dial adorned with elegant Roman numeral hour markers, shielded by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with Cyclops lens over the date. Powering this exceptional timepiece is the Calibre 3255, Manufacture — delivering centre hour, minute and seconds hands, instantaneous day and date display in apertures, secure rapid-setting, and stop-seconds for precise time setting. With an impressive power reserve of approximately 70 hours and water resistance to 100 metres / 330 feet, the Day-Date 40 Ref. 228235-0002 is further distinguished by the iconic President bracelet in 18ct Everose Gold, with its signature semi-circular three-piece links and concealed folding Crownclasp — a combination that has defined prestige watchmaking for generations. The watch is unworn and comes complete with full set of original accessories, such as watch box, warranty card dated recently, booklets and manuals. DESCRIPTION: CASE Model case: Oyster, 40 mm, Everose gold. Oyster architecture: Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown. Diameter: 40 mm. Material: 18ct Everose gold. Bezel: Fluted. Winding crown: Screw-down, Twinlock double waterproofness system. Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire, Cyclops lens over the date. Water resistance: Waterproof to 100 metres / 330 feet. MOVEMENT Movement: Perpetual, mechanical, self-winding. Calibre: 3255, Manufacture Rolex. Precision: −2/+2 sec/day, after casing. Functions: Centre hour, minute and seconds hands. Instantaneous day and date in apertures, secure rapid-setting. Stop-seconds for exact time setting. Oscillator: Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring. High-performance Paraflex shock absorbers. Winding: Bidirectional self-winding via Perpetual rotor. Power reserve: Approximately 70 hours. DIAL Dial colour: Chocolate. BRACELET Bracelet: President, semi-circular three-piece links. Material: 18ct Everose gold. Clasp: Concealed folding Crownclasp. CERTIFICATION Superlative Chronometer — official chronometer certification + certification after casing GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC Authenticity has never once been an issue at here and we are extremely proud of our track record dating back many years and thousands of watches. You’re welcome to authenticate your watch locally at any authorized retailer. It is essential to use authorized retailers only for any questions regarding a luxury timepiece. For a list of authorized retailers for any specific brand please go to the manufacturers website. RESTORED BY EXPERT WATCHMAKERS We are committed to delivering watches in ‘like new’ condition where possible. We list the condition clearly in the product details section of each watch. Each watch we sell is first certified and — if needed – restored by our expert watchmakers, making an elegant timepiece that will command respect and admiration when worn on your wrist. Our watchmakers’ exacting standards and attention to detail, allow us to offer our watches at a condition that our competitors can’t match. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in the industry, and offer unbeatable prices for the quality of our merchandise. FULL Three-Year WARRANTYWe are honored to have the opportunity to serve you. That is why we stand by all of our products with a full Three-Year limited warranty. If an item we sell you should fail as a result of a manufacturer’s defect at any time during the first Three-Year, we will repair or replace the item at absolutely no cost to you. If your watch has any symptoms of abnormally gaining time, losing time, or not keeping proper time please do not hesitate to contact us by phone or email. If it is determined by us that a repair under warranty is required one of our trained watch professionals will direct you on how to safely and efficiently ship the watch to us. certificate of authenticity and guarantee