Rolex Day-Date 18038 'Champagne Dial' 1979

The Rolex Day-Date reference 18038 is an iconic watch introduced in the 1970s. Launched in 1978 as the successor to the reference 1803. The Day-Date 18038 introduced some significant updates and improvements, including the 3055 calibre with a quick-set date function. The watch is available in several versions, including different dial colours, materials and bracelet options. To this day, the Rolex Day-Date stands for style, luxury and prestige.

The vintage Rolex Day-Date 18038 we have here dates from the year 1979. The watch features the classic champagne dial. The tritium on the dial and hands is nicely discoloured to a light beige hue. The 18K yellow gold case is thick and together with the 18K yellow gold fluted bezel still beautiful sharp. The 3055 movement has recently undergone a full service. Of course, at 10 over 10, we are always happy to assist and this time around, we have considered the more classic gentleman or lady. Therefore, we have chosen to provide this beautiful Rolex Day-Date 18038 with a handmade dark brown suede strap that is attached to the case by two original gold Rolex pushpins. The strap also features a new original gold plated Rolex buckle. This classic vintage Day-Date 18038 comes with a 1-year mechanical warranty from 10 over 10.

What you need to know:
- Champagne roman minute track dial with nice even patina together with the hands
- Small dot on the sunburst dial (which is hardly noticeable with the naked eye)
- Sharp 18K yellow gold case and fluted bezel
- New brown handmade suede strap with original gold plated Rolex buckle
- Strap attached to the case with original gold Rolex pushpins
- 61XXXXX series, dating from the year 1979
- Movement fully serviced 
- 1 year mechanical warranty 
- Free shipping within the EU

The Rolex Day-Date

The first Rolex Day-Date, also called ''President'', was introduced in the year 1956. Until today, this has remained Rolex's signature status watch. When Rolex introduced the Day-Date, it was the first watch that displayed the day at the 12-hour position and the date at the 3-hour position. Another hallmark of the Rolex Day-Date is the famous President bracelet that was released in 1966. It is almost as famous as the watch itself. However, the President bracelet only became officially known as the ''President'' when a Day-Date was given by Rolex to US President Dwight Eisenhower.