While the chocolate-and-rose-gold Day-Date aims for monochromatic subtlety, this yellow gold variant takes the opposite approach. The contrast between bright yellow gold metalwork and the deep brown dial creates a visual dialogue — light against dark, warm against warmer. Diamond hour markers act as intermediaries, catching both the golden reflections from the bezel and the muted tones from the chocolate surface beneath. This 128238 replica delivers that interplay in a 36mm package.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | 128238 |
| Case Size | 36mm |
| Case Material | Yellow Gold Plated |
| Bezel | Fluted, yellow gold |
| Dial Color | Chocolate (dark dial) |
| Dial Type | Gem-set (diamond hour markers) |
| Crystal | Sapphire with anti-reflective coating |
| Movement | Caliber 3155 / 3255 Automatic |
| Water Resistance | 30m |
| Bracelet | President (yellow gold plated) |
| Clasp | Concealed Crown clasp |
| Functions | Day display (12 o’clock), Date (3 o’clock), Center seconds |
The 128238 Up Close: Case, Dial and Bracelet
The chocolate dial uses a sunburst finishing technique that reveals lighter brown striations near the center and deepens toward the edges — a subtle gradient that adds perceived depth to the 36mm face. Against this dark backdrop, diamond indices stand out sharply, and the gold day-date windows frame white text for clear readability. The fluted bezel in yellow gold introduces its own light play above.
Below, the President bracelet in yellow gold keeps the overall presence bright despite the dark dial. This contrast-driven aesthetic makes it one of the more versatile Day-Date configurations. See the full range in the Day-Date collection.
Movement Options: Swiss vs Japanese
Choose your preferred automatic caliber for this chocolate-dial Day-Date:
- Swiss Automatic — Caliber 3255-series at 28,800 vph, approximately 70-hour power reserve. Features instantaneous day-date changeover at midnight and hacking seconds for precise setting.
- Japanese Automatic (Miyota) — Reliable 21,600 vph with ~42-hour reserve. Cost-effective maintenance through widely available Miyota parts and local service options.
Both calibers include quickset day-date adjustment and bidirectional automatic winding.
Shipping, Warranty and Returns
Every order ships with discreet packaging and full tracking. Delivery times vary by destination — see our shipping policy for detailed timeframes and methods. This watch is covered by our standard movement warranty. If your purchase does not meet expectations, review our return and exchange policy for available options.






















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