The Rolex Day-Date 40 Ref. 228239 is the ultimate expression of prestige, craftsmanship, and timeless design. Crafted entirely from 18k white gold, this distinguished timepiece represents the pinnacle of Rolex’s dress watch collection, combining the brand’s unmistakable aesthetic with cutting-edge mechanical innovation. First introduced as part of the modern Day-Date 40 collection in 2015, the reference quickly became one of Rolex’s flagship models. This particular configuration, featuring the highly desirable Silver Stripe Motif dial, fluted bezel, and iconic President bracelet with the stripe motif dial now discontinued, making it an increasingly sought after collector’s piece.

The perfectly proportioned 40mm Oyster case is crafted from solid 18k white gold, offering understated luxury with exceptional wrist presence. Rolex’s signature fluted bezel, meticulously machined from solid gold, beautifully complements the elegant silver sunray stripe motif dial, whose vertical engraved pattern creates remarkable depth and changing reflections under different lighting conditions. Applied white gold baton hour markers and Chromalight-filled hands provide outstanding legibility, while the instantly recognizable day aperture at 12 o’clock and Cyclops date magnifier at 3 o’clock reinforce the Day-Date’s status as one of the most iconic watches ever created. Completing the watch is Rolex’s legendary President bracelet, featuring semi-circular three-piece links and the concealed Crownclasp, delivering unparalleled comfort and refinement.

Powering the Day-Date 40 is the exceptional Rolex Manufacture Caliber 3255, one of the most advanced automatic movements ever developed by Rolex. The Caliber 3255 incorporates more than a dozen patented innovations designed to maximize efficiency, reliability, and precision. Equipped with the high efficiency Chronergy escapement, a paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring, and Paraflex shock absorbers, the movement delivers outstanding resistance to shocks and magnetic fields while maintaining remarkable accuracy. Operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) and offering an impressive 70-hour power reserve.

Often referred to as the "President’s Watch," the Day-Date has remained a symbol of achievement since its debut in 1956 as the world’s first wristwatch to display both the day of the week fully spelled out and the date. The Ref. 228239 continues that legacy by pairing precious metals with Rolex’s most sophisticated movement and one of the brand’s most elegant dial designs. With its discontinued Silver Stripe Motif dial, flawless white gold construction, and enduring prestige, this Day-Date 40 represents one of the finest modern Rolex watches available to collectors.

CASE SIZE:

40mm