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REFERENCE
228238
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MODEL CASE
Oyster, 40 mm, yellow gold
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BEZEL
Fluted
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WATER RESISTANCE
Waterproof to 100 metres / 330 feet
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MOVEMENT
Perpetual, mechanical, self-winding
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CALIBRE
3255, Manufacture Rolex
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POWER RESERVE
Approximately 70 hours
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BRACELET
President, semi-circular three-piece links
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DIAL
Champagne-colour
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CERTIFICATION
Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex certification after casing)
Fluted bezel
The Rolex fluted bezel is a mark of distinction. Originally, the fluting of the Oyster bezel had a functional purpose: it served to screw the bezel onto the case helping to ensure the waterproofness of the watch. It was therefore identical to the fluting on the case back, which was also screwed onto the case for waterproofness, using specific Rolex tools. Over time, the fluting became an aesthetic element, a genuine Rolex signature feature. Today the fluted bezel is a mark of distinction, in gold on this Day-Date 40.
Champagne-colour dial
The sunray finish creates delicate light reflections on many dials in the Oyster Perpetual collection. It is obtained using masterful brushing techniques that create grooves running outwards from the centre of the dial. Light is diffused consistently along each engraving, creating a characteristic subtle glow that moves depending on the position of the wrist. Once the sunray finish has been completed, the dial colour is applied using Physical Vapour Deposition or electroplating. A light coat of varnish gives the dial its final look.
