Our replica captures the Rolex Day-Date m228238 in one of its most striking configurations — a gold sunburst dial framed by a signature fluted bezel. The fluted bezel has been a Rolex hallmark since the 1920s, originally designed as a tool for gripping and tightening the caseback. Today it serves as a purely decorative element that plays with light across its ridged surface.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | m228238 |
| Case Size | 36 mm |
| Case Material | Yellow Gold Plated |
| Bezel | Fluted, fixed |
| Dial Color | Gold (sunburst finish) |
| Crystal | Sapphire with Cyclops lens |
| Movement | Japanese Miyota or Swiss Automatic |
| Water Resistance | 30 m |
| Bracelet | President (yellow gold plated) |
| Clasp | Concealed fold-over Crownclasp |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds, day, date |
The m228238 Up Close: Case, Dial and Bracelet
At 36mm the case sits comfortably on a wide range of wrist sizes. The yellow gold plating extends uniformly from the case middle to the integrated lugs, creating a seamless transition into the President bracelet. The fluted bezel adds vertical texture that contrasts sharply with the smooth, radiating gold dial beneath it.
Stick hour markers with luminous fill stand out against the warm dial surface, and the Cyclops lens at 3 o’clock magnifies the date for quick reading. The day display at 12 o’clock cycles through a full seven-day disc. Browse the complete Day-Date collection to compare bezel styles and dial variations.
Movement Options: Swiss vs Japanese
Two caliber paths let you balance performance and value according to your preference:
- Swiss Automatic — Operates at 28,800 vph for a fluid sweep of the seconds hand. Approximately 48 hours of power reserve with refined rotor winding. Decorated bridges and oscillating weight add visual quality visible through transparent display elements.
- Japanese Miyota Automatic — Beats at 21,600 vph with around 42 hours of reserve. Known for long-term reliability and accessible servicing worldwide. Solid choice when dependable day-date functionality matters most.
Both options include instantaneous day and date change at midnight with quickset correction.
Shipping, Warranty and Returns
We dispatch every order in unmarked packaging with end-to-end tracking. For specific delivery timeframes based on your location, review our shipping policy page. A standard movement warranty protects against manufacturing defects in the caliber. Not fully satisfied after delivery? Our return and exchange policy explains the steps to initiate a return or swap.










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