Day-Date 40 Rolex watches Also appearing for the first

Also appearing for the first time on the ombré dial of this watch are faceted

This dial features a Roman VI and IX in 18 ct gold

alternating smooth paperclip links with fluted oval links and a round ring clasp

The watch also features a particularly visible grain in the satin finish on the bracelet and the case -with the exception of the crown guard

Day-Date 40 Rolex watches Also appearing for the firstFluted bezel The Rolex fluted bezel is a mark of distinction. Originally, the fluting of the Oyster bezel had a functional purpose: it served to screw the bezel onto the case helping to ensure the waterproofness of the watch. It was therefore identical to the fluting on the case back, which was also screwed onto the case for waterproofness, using specific Rolex tools. Over time, the fluting became an aesthetic element, a genuine Rolex signature