RL Day-Date 36 Ref. 18238 Diamond Dial

🔹 Overview
The RL Day-Date 36 Ref. 18238, produced between 1988 and 2000, is a hallmark of prestige and tradition in solid 18k yellow gold. Nicknamed the “President’s Watch,” it features a champagne dial enriched with brilliant-cut diamond hour markers and a “string diamond” ring around the dial. Framed by a fluted 18k yellow gold bezel and paired with the iconic President bracelet, this reference exemplifies elegance, comfort, and enduring style. Inside, the in-house RL Calibre 3155 with double quickset delivers robust performance with approximately 48 hours of power reserve.

💎 Key Specifications
Reference: 18238 (1988–2000)
Case: Oyster, 36 mm, 18k yellow gold
Bezel: Fluted, 18k yellow gold
Dial: Champagne with diamond hour markers and “string diamond” perimeter
Crystal: Sapphire with Cyclops lens
Bracelet: President, semi-circular three-piece links, 18k yellow gold
Clasp: Concealed Crownclasp
Movement: RL Calibre 3155, automatic, double quickset
Power Reserve: ~48 hours
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds; day at 12 o’clock; date at 3 o’clock
Water Resistance: 100 m / 330 ft (original factory rating)

⏱️ Movement
Type: Mechanical, self-winding; Superlative precision for its era
Caliber: RL Calibre 3155, in-house manufacture
Functions:
• Hours, minutes, seconds
• Instantaneous day display at 12 o’clock
• Instantaneous date display at 3 o’clock (double quickset)
Power Reserve: ~48 hours
Durability: Shock resistant, built within Oyster case for longevity

✅ Conclusion
The RL Day-Date 36 Ref. 18238 with champagne string diamond dial is a vintage icon of refinement and prestige. Its luxurious 18k yellow-gold construction, diamond-set dial, and legendary President bracelet make it a highly coveted timepiece. Owning this watch is not only a testament to personal success but also a connection to RL’s rich horological history and timeless elegance.