Day-Date 128235-0038

The Rolex Day-Date 128235-0038 features a durable 18 ct Everose gold case, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with Cyclops lens, and a luxurious Rolesor design. The Brown Ombré Dial with Diamond-Set hour markers offers excellent readability. The Everose Gold Fluted Bezel adds elegance, while the Calibre 3255 movement provides a 70-hour power reserve.

Rolex Day-Date 128235-0038 In-Depth Review: Brown Ombré Dial with Diamond-Set Hour Markers and Fluted Bezel

The Rolex Day-Date 128235-0038 embodies the brand's commitment to excellence with its 18 ct Everose gold Oyster case, part of Rolex's groundbreaking 1926 design, the first waterproof wristwatch case. The case protects the intricate inner mechanisms by featuring a bezel, case back, and crown. At the same time, the lugs seamlessly connect the bracelet and watch, adding elegance with polished or satin finishes. The Cyclops lens, introduced in 1953, magnifies the date at 3 o'clock on scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating for easy readability. Everose gold, Rolex's exclusive 18 ct pink gold alloy, introduced in 2005, boasts a unique hue with exceptional radiance and resistance. This alloy, composed of at least 75% gold and 20% copper, along with palladium and indium, is carefully crafted in Rolex's Geneva foundry to ensure quality control. By leveraging specific physical and chemical properties, Rolex shapes this alloy to create a deep, aurora-like golden shade that shimmers timelessly on the wrist.

Rolex introduced the President bracelet in 1956 with the Day-Date, crafting it exclusively from 18 ct Everose gold to embody timeless beauty and perfect symmetry. The Rolex President bracelet features semi-circular three-piece links with a polished and satin finish, which reflects Rolex's dedication to continuous innovation. In 2015, Rolex enhanced the bracelet's durability and comfort by incorporating ceramic inserts. Rolex ensures exceptional purity and homogeneity by crafting its 18 ct Everose gold at its Geneva foundry, where 24 ct gold is blended with platinum and copper for optimal resistance. This meticulous process results in a distinct, high-quality alloy that exemplifies Rolex's commitment to unparalleled quality. Further elevating its luxurious design, the President Diamond-Set bracelet sparkles with 596 brilliant-cut diamonds, exemplifying Rolex's commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and quality.

The Oysterclasp, protected by a folding cover, opens effortlessly with a single motion, combining secure closure with easy opening for daily use. It delivers a unique, reassuring feel with a slight resistance followed by a sharp, confident click, symbolising its reliability. The subtle extension provided by Easylink transforms a well-fitted bracelet into a perfectly fitted one, showcasing Rolex's relentless pursuit of wearable perfection through even the most minor adjustments, ensuring continued comfort in everyday life.

The ombré dial showcases a gradient design that transitions from a vibrant color at the center to a deep black at the edge. This design reflects a continuity of Rolex's aesthetic innovation, first introduced in the 1980s and reintroduced in 2019. Creating these dials with their concentric gradient requires the precise application of black lacquer, a meticulous process managed by a skilled specialist to ensure a seamless blend from color to shadow.

This dial exudes luxury and sophistication. It features diamonds set in Everose-gold-coloured hour markers, which provide an eye-catching brilliance, particularly against plain backgrounds, elevating the dial's overall elegance and visual appeal.

The Rolex Everose Gold Fluted Bezel was initially designed for functionality, enabling the bezel to screw securely onto the case to ensure waterproofness, similar to the fluting on the case back. While it initially repelled dust and water, since 1953, it has been friction-fitted, evolving into an aesthetic hallmark. Exclusively crafted in 18 ct Everose gold, the fluted bezel reflects light brilliantly, showcasing enhanced geometry and finish with the same passion devoted to its original purpose. This signature element, recognised instantly for its elegance, embodies Rolex's commitment to craftsmanship and timeless design.

Rolex equips the Day-Date 128235-0038 with the Calibre 3255, a self-winding mechanical movement known for its precision and durability. It has a 70-hour power reserve and uses the Chronergy escapement, which improves efficiency and resists magnetic interference. It includes a blue Parachrom hairspring for stability against shocks and temperature changes and Paraflex shock absorbers for extra durability. The Calibre 3255 highlights Rolex's dedication to high performance and reliability.

What's so special about Rolex Day-Date 128235-0038?

• The Brown Ombré Dial
• The Everose Gold Fluted Bezel
• The Rolex Calibre 3255

The Brown Ombré Dial

The ombré dial showcases a gradient design that transitions from a vibrant color at the center to a deep black at the edge. This design reflects a continuity of Rolex's aesthetic innovation, first introduced in the 1980s and reintroduced in 2019. Creating these dials with their concentric gradient requires the precise application of black lacquer, a meticulous process managed by a skilled specialist to ensure a seamless blend from color to shadow.

This dial exudes luxury and sophistication. It features diamonds set in gold-coloured hour markers, which provide an eye-catching brilliance, particularly against plain backgrounds, elevating the dial's overall elegance and visual appeal.

The Everose Gold Fluted Bezel

The Rolex Everose Gold Fluted Bezel was initially designed for functionality, enabling the bezel to screw securely onto the case to ensure waterproofness, similar to the fluting on the case back. While it initially repelled dust and water, since 1953, it has been friction-fitted, evolving into an aesthetic hallmark. Exclusively crafted in 18 ct Everose gold, the fluted bezel reflects light brilliantly, showcasing enhanced geometry and finish with the same passion devoted to its original purpose. This signature element, recognised instantly for its elegance, embodies Rolex's commitment to craftsmanship and timeless design.

The Rolex Calibre 3255

The Rolex Calibre 3255 movement is a cutting-edge, self-winding mechanical movement that exemplifies Rolex's commitment to innovation and precision. This movement, developed entirely in-house, boasts a 70-hour power reserve, allowing it to maintain accuracy over extended periods without needing to be wound.

One of its standout features is the patented Chronergy escapement, crafted from a nickel-phosphorus alloy that makes it resistant to magnetic interference. This innovative design improves the movement's efficiency by 15%, contributing to its impressive accuracy of -2/+2 seconds per day, surpassing COSC chronometer standards.

Additionally, the Calibre 3255 is fitted with Rolex's blue Parachrom hairspring, which is highly shock-resistant and unaffected by temperature variations, ensuring stable performance in all conditions. The movement is also equipped with Paraflex shock absorbers for enhanced durability, making it exceptionally robust and reliable. With these advancements, the Calibre 3255 sets a high performance, precision, and resilience standard.

Why Should You Choose Watch Unify for a Rolex Day-Date 128235-0038 Watch Repair?

• Watch Unify uses authentic Rolex parts.
• The watchmakers at Watch Unify have been trained in some of the most prestigious watchmaking houses in the world, including Piaget, Rolex, and Zenith.
• Watch Unify operates independently in Penang, Malaysia, and caters to the specific needs of its local and foreign clients.

5 Steps to a Complete Service for the Rolex Day-Date 128235-0038

1. Inspection and Disassembly: Conduct an external inspection and identify any damaged components. Remove the bracelet or strap and disassemble the watch head into the crystal, bezel, middle case, crown, movement, and case back.
2. Movement Cleaning and Component Replacement: Disassemble the movement and clean each part (except the dial and hands) in an ultrasonic bath, then dry in a specialised dryer. Inspect all components for wear and replace worn parts with authentic Rolex components.
3. Movement Reassembly and Adjustment: Reassemble the movement, lubricate contact points, adjust the rate, and test its functions for precision.
4. External Cleaning and Testing: Clean the crystal, bezel, case, crown, and bracelet using ultrasonic baths and specialised solutions, followed by drying. Reassemble the watch head, perform water resistance testing, and test accuracy over 48 hours.
5. Final Assembly and Inspection: Reattach the bracelet or strap, replace spring bars if needed, and check clasp adjustments. Perform a final external and functional inspection to ensure the watch meets Rolex standards.

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Watch Unify Service Warranty

Upon completion of a complete service, Watch Unify provides a warranty against mechanical defects and guarantees for a period of 12 months.

• Watch accuracy within +/- 30 seconds per day.
• Water-resistance according to model specifications.

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