The President.

Amongst the watch collecting realm, there are pieces made with a utilitarian goal on bracelets, then there are watches made with elegance on leather straps. This is certainly a piece that represents both elements in pure class. An iconic and pioneering piece, the Rolex Day-Date is heralded long as a prestigious symbol and synonymous from leaders, athletes, professionals and businessman etc as ‘The President’ - the flagship offering from Rolex. Following the succession of second-generation quick-set Reference 18238, Reference 228235 introduced a larger case size, solid gold link which boosts the wrist presence and weight to the contemporary wearer. 

When I think about Day-Date, it still intrigues me that the piece combines the most classic oyster case, fluted bezel and presidential bracelet with a calendar function in mind, while positioning between the spectrum of dress and sport watches. While some might reference Explorer I as the ‘One Watch Collection’, I think that the Day-Date in fact has consolidated all critical elements from Rolex in one.

The rose gold metal and ‘Chocolate’ dial complements a tone-on-tone appeal and the contrast hits hard when the baguette diamond indices chime its justice. Whether you’re wearing a polo in a golf tournament, a summer shirt down the coast or fully suited for tonight’s drinks, this is a piece that will not miss the blink of an eye and likely stands proud in the crowd. For extra protection, it’s even fully sticker with Watch Preserver film coating.

Overall, an incredible piece with history, presence and power to behold the scene.