Watch Info
Manufacturer: Rolex
Model: Day-Date 40
Condition: Excellent (Pre-Owned)
Reference: 228236
Year: 2024
Box: Yes
Papers: Yes
Accessories: Complete Set. Includes Rolex inner and outer boxes, 2024 Warranty Card, manuals, green chronometer hangtag, and white serial hangtag.
Notes: The 228236 is the Day-Date 40 in 950 platinum with a fluted bezel — the most prestigious configuration in the most prestigious reference in the Rolex catalog. The Day-Date has been the watch of presidents, heads of state, and world leaders since its introduction in 1956, and the platinum configuration with fluted bezel remains its ultimate expression. The blue Roman numeral dial is among the most classically resolved and formally elegant configurations in the Day-Date 40 lineup — the deep blue sunburst surface paired with applied platinum Roman numerals produces a result that is simultaneously bold and refined, connecting the modern Day-Date directly to the formal watchmaking tradition from which the reference emerged. Powered by the in-house Calibre 3255 — featuring the Chronergy escapement, Parachrom hairspring, and 70-hour power reserve — the 228236 represents the current pinnacle of Rolex manufacture capability in its most prestigious material.
Condition Assessment
Overall Condition: Pre-Owned - Excellent. This 2024 example has been carefully worn and presents in excellent cosmetic condition throughout. The platinum case and President bracelet retain strong original finishing. Note: A light professional refinish would return this watch to a factory-fresh condition.
Dial, Hands, & Crystal: The blue sunburst Roman numeral dial is pristine — the applied platinum Roman numerals and President hands are in perfect condition. The day and date displays are perfectly aligned. The sapphire crystal with Cyclops date magnification lens is mint and free of any chips or scratches.
Case & Bezel: The 40mm 950 platinum case retains strong factory lines with well-defined profiles. The fluted platinum bezel is in excellent condition — all fluting crisp and well-defined. The polished and brushed surfaces show light, honest marks consistent with careful use — a light professional refinish would return these to factory condition.
Bracelet & Clasp: The integrated 950 platinum President bracelet is tight with no stretch. The semi-circular three-piece links show light surface marks consistent with careful use. The hidden deployant clasp functions perfectly.
Technical Specifications
Reference: 228236
Case Size: 40mm
Case Material: 950 Platinum
Dial: Blue Sunburst with Applied Platinum Roman Numeral Indices
Movement: Calibre 3255 (Manufacture Rolex, Automatic)
Power Reserve: Approximately 70 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Notable Details: 950 platinum case and President bracelet, fluted platinum bezel, blue Roman numeral dial, Chronergy escapement, Parachrom hairspring, and balance of 5-year Rolex international warranty through 2029.
Why the 228236 Blue Roman is the Day-Date at Its Most Elegant
The Day-Date is the watch that Rolex reserves for those who have arrived — and the platinum configuration with blue Roman numeral dial is perhaps the most formally elegant expression of that statement in the current catalog. The Roman numeral chapter ring is the dial layout most directly connected to the Day-Date's origins as a watch conceived for heads of state and world leaders — a formal register that the applied baton index alternatives cannot replicate. In blue against platinum, it produces a combination of depth, formality, and material prestige that is without equal in the current Rolex lineup.
The Calibre 3255 is the finest movement Rolex currently produces — the result of a ground-up redesign incorporating 14 patents and delivering improvements in precision, power reserve, and resistance to shocks and magnetic fields that set a new standard for the automatic movement category. A 2024 complete set example in excellent condition at this price represents a compelling market entry for the most prestigious reference in the Rolex catalog in one of its most classically resolved dial configurations. For the collector who wants the absolute pinnacle of the Rolex catalog with the formal elegance of the Roman numeral dial, this is the definitive answer.
Why Buy From Us
We guarantee authenticity on every watch we sell, using detailed photographs to ensure when you receive your watch, there are no surprises!
Authentication Guaranteed: Every watch undergoes rigorous verification—serial number cross-check, movement analysis, and full condition report.
Transparent Condition Reporting: We document every detail—both strengths and minor imperfections—so you know exactly what you're purchasing.
Secure Shipping: Your watch ships via fully insured, tracked service (e.g., FedEx Overnight) with signature required.
Post-Sale Support: We are available for servicing and maintenance, and are also happy to make suggestions for accessories (straps, winders, storage, etc…)
Watch Info
Manufacturer: Rolex
Model: Day-Date 40
Condition: Excellent (Pre-Owned)
Reference: 228236
Year: 2024
Box: Yes
Papers: Yes
Accessories: Complete Set. Includes Rolex inner and outer boxes, 2024 Warranty Card, manuals, green chronometer hangtag, and white serial hangtag.
Notes: The 228236 is the Day-Date 40 in 950 platinum with a fluted bezel — the most prestigious configuration in the most prestigious reference in the Rolex catalog. The Day-Date has been the watch of presidents, heads of state, and world leaders since its introduction in 1956, and the platinum configuration with fluted bezel remains its ultimate expression. The blue Roman numeral dial is among the most classically resolved and formally elegant configurations in the Day-Date 40 lineup — the deep blue sunburst surface paired with applied platinum Roman numerals produces a result that is simultaneously bold and refined, connecting the modern Day-Date directly to the formal watchmaking tradition from which the reference emerged. Powered by the in-house Calibre 3255 — featuring the Chronergy escapement, Parachrom hairspring, and 70-hour power reserve — the 228236 represents the current pinnacle of Rolex manufacture capability in its most prestigious material.
Condition Assessment
Overall Condition: Pre-Owned - Excellent. This 2024 example has been carefully worn and presents in excellent cosmetic condition throughout. The platinum case and President bracelet retain strong original finishing. Note: A light professional refinish would return this watch to a factory-fresh condition.
Dial, Hands, & Crystal: The blue sunburst Roman numeral dial is pristine — the applied platinum Roman numerals and President hands are in perfect condition. The day and date displays are perfectly aligned. The sapphire crystal with Cyclops date magnification lens is mint and free of any chips or scratches.
Case & Bezel: The 40mm 950 platinum case retains strong factory lines with well-defined profiles. The fluted platinum bezel is in excellent condition — all fluting crisp and well-defined. The polished and brushed surfaces show light, honest marks consistent with careful use — a light professional refinish would return these to factory condition.
Bracelet & Clasp: The integrated 950 platinum President bracelet is tight with no stretch. The semi-circular three-piece links show light surface marks consistent with careful use. The hidden deployant clasp functions perfectly.
Technical Specifications
Reference: 228236
Case Size: 40mm
Case Material: 950 Platinum
Dial: Blue Sunburst with Applied Platinum Roman Numeral Indices
Movement: Calibre 3255 (Manufacture Rolex, Automatic)
Power Reserve: Approximately 70 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Notable Details: 950 platinum case and President bracelet, fluted platinum bezel, blue Roman numeral dial, Chronergy escapement, Parachrom hairspring, and balance of 5-year Rolex international warranty through 2029.
Why the 228236 Blue Roman is the Day-Date at Its Most Elegant
The Day-Date is the watch that Rolex reserves for those who have arrived — and the platinum configuration with blue Roman numeral dial is perhaps the most formally elegant expression of that statement in the current catalog. The Roman numeral chapter ring is the dial layout most directly connected to the Day-Date's origins as a watch conceived for heads of state and world leaders — a formal register that the applied baton index alternatives cannot replicate. In blue against platinum, it produces a combination of depth, formality, and material prestige that is without equal in the current Rolex lineup.
The Calibre 3255 is the finest movement Rolex currently produces — the result of a ground-up redesign incorporating 14 patents and delivering improvements in precision, power reserve, and resistance to shocks and magnetic fields that set a new standard for the automatic movement category. A 2024 complete set example in excellent condition at this price represents a compelling market entry for the most prestigious reference in the Rolex catalog in one of its most classically resolved dial configurations. For the collector who wants the absolute pinnacle of the Rolex catalog with the formal elegance of the Roman numeral dial, this is the definitive answer.
Why Buy From Us
We guarantee authenticity on every watch we sell, using detailed photographs to ensure when you receive your watch, there are no surprises!
Authentication Guaranteed: Every watch undergoes rigorous verification—serial number cross-check, movement analysis, and full condition report.
Transparent Condition Reporting: We document every detail—both strengths and minor imperfections—so you know exactly what you're purchasing.
Secure Shipping: Your watch ships via fully insured, tracked service (e.g., FedEx Overnight) with signature required.
Post-Sale Support: We are available for servicing and maintenance, and are also happy to make suggestions for accessories (straps, winders, storage, etc…)
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