Rolex Day-Date 40 Ref. 228398TBR-0036
18 ct Yellow Gold – Diamond-Set Bezel – Diamond-Paved Dial – President Bracelet
Overview
The Rolex Day-Date 40 Ref. 228398TBR-0036 exemplifies the pinnacle of luxury watchmaking in full 18 ct yellow gold. Introduced in 2022, this is the most opulent version of the Day-Date 40, adorned with a mesmerizing diamond-paved dial and surrounded by a diamond-set fluted bezel. The timepiece is hosted in a robust 40 mm Oyster case, ensuring timeless durability combined with sparkling elegance.
The President bracelet, with its iconic semi-circular links and concealed Crownclasp, provides comfort fit for royalty. At its core lies the Calibre 3255, a next-generation automatic movement offering chronometer-grade precision, ~70-hour power reserve, double quick-set day and date, stop-seconds function, as well as Parachrom hairspring and Paraflex shock protection for unbeatable reliability.
Waterproof to 100 m and protected by sapphire crystal with the signature Cyclops lens, this Day-Date 40 is both dazzling and capable—an enduring emblem of Rolex’s mastery over both form and function.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Reference | 228398TBR-0036 (2022) |
| Case | Oyster, 40 mm, 18 ct yellow gold |
| Bezel | Diamond-set (fluted) |
| Dial | Diamond-paved; 10 baguette-cut diamant markers |
| Crystal | Sapphire with Cyclops lens |
| Bracelet/Clasp | President bracelet, concealed Crownclasp (18 ct yellow gold) |
| Movement | Rolex Calibre 3255, automatic |
| Certification | Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex) |
| Power Reserve | ~70 hours |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds; instantaneous day and date; stop-seconds |
| Water Resistance | 100 m / 330 ft |
Conclusion
The Rolex Day-Date 40 Ref. 228398TBR-0036 is nothing short of an icon—luxurious, precise, and unapologetically regal. With every surface shimmering in gold and gemstone, it stands as a testament to Rolex’s art of horology. Crafted for the discerning individual who refuses to compromise on elegance, this watch is both a statement and a legacy, worn today and treasured forever.
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