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Day-Date M228236-0004 40mm Super
Day-Date M228236-0004 40mm Super
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DetailREFERENCE228236MODEL CASEOyster, 40 mm, platinumBEZELFlutedWATER-RESISTANCEDaily waterproofing (bathing - hand washing, etc.)MOVEMENTPerpetual, mechanical, self-windingCALIBREClone Caliber 3255POWER RESERVEApproximately 36-45 hoursBRACELETPresident, semi-circular three-piece linksDIALBright black set with diamondsGem settings10 baguette-cut diamonds
BRIGHT BLACK DIALA watchmakingtechniqueThis dial features 10 baguette-cut diamonds. Thesunray finish creates delicate light reflections onmany dials in the Oyster Perpetual collection. lt isobtained using masterful brushing techniquesthat create grooves running outwards from thecentre of the dial.Light is diffused consistently along eachengraving, creating a characteristic subtle glowthat moves depending on the position of thewrist. Once the sunray finish has beencompleted, the dial colour is applied usingPhysical Vapour Deposition or electroplating.Alight coat of varnish gives the dial its final look.
BEZELA signatureThe fluted bezel is a mark of distinction.Originally, the fluting of the Oyster bezel had afunctional purpose: it served to screw the bezelonto the case helping to ensure thewaterproofness of the watch.It was therefore identical to the fluting on thecase back,which was also screwed onto the casefor waterproofness, using specific tools.Over time, the fluting became an aestheticelement, a genuine signature feature.Today the fluted bezel is a mark of distinction, inplatinum on this Day-Date 40,
PLATINUMThe noblest ofmetalsRare and precious, platinum is striking for itssilvery whiteness and vibrant luminosity. lt isamong the densest and heaviest metals in theworld, distinguished by unique chemical andphysical properties such as exceptional corrosionresistance.Paradoxically, it is also soft, elastic and highlymalleable, which makes machining and polishingespecially difficult, demanding an extremely highdegree of skill. always uses 950 platinum,an alloy consisting of 950%o (thousandths)platinum, painstakingly crafted in-house by thefine metalworkers at Rolex. The noblest of metalsfor the finest of watches.
THE PRESIDENT BRACELETThe ultimaterefinementThe design, development and production ofbracelets and clasps, as well as thestringent tests they face, involve advanced hightechnology.And, as with all the components of the watch,aesthetic controls by the human eye guaranteeimpeccable beauty. The President bracelet, withits semi-circular three piece links, was created in1956 for the launch of the Oyster Perpetual Day-Date.lt represents the ultimate in refinement andcomfort and is always made of carefully selectedprecious metals. -
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