Rolex Day-Date Ref. 18038, Yellow Gold, Historically Dated 1978

$37,295.00 USD

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A fluted bezel frames a gold-toned dial with weekday and date windows on this Day-Date 18038.

The Piece

Calibre 3055, automatic winding, hacking and quickset date are. The undated maintenance record describes an overhaul, exterior finishing and replacement case-back and crown gaskets. It does not provide a present water-resistance test.

Details

Reference: 18038
Case diameter: 36 mm (1.42 in)
Lug width: 20 mm (0.79 in)
Wrist measure: 18 cm (7.1 in)
Movement: Calibre 3055, self-winding
Material and crystal: 18K yellow gold case/bracelet and sapphire crystal
Included: No accessories recorded

Condition

The dial and crystal were as clean, and bracelet stretch as acceptable. A flat-position tester reading around +5 seconds per day was reported at an unspecified inspection date; it is not current performance. No separate Japanese letter grade was supplied. Full wear, replacement-part history and service documentation remain unresolved. See Japanese condition ranks.

Authenticity & Care

Use a clean microfibre cloth and keep the watch dry until its seals and water resistance have been tested. Confirm the appropriate setting procedure with a qualified watchmaker; a present pressure test, movement inspection and accuracy check are still required. No transferable service warranty is promised. The instructions prohibit quicksetting the date between 9 pm and 3 am; confirm the correct procedure for this movement before adjustment.