🔹 Overview
The RL Day-Date 40 Ref. 228238-0061 represents the pinnacle of prestige and accomplishment. First introduced in 1956 as the world’s first wristwatch to display the day spelled out in full, the Day-Date has since become a symbol of leadership and success. Crafted entirely in 18 ct yellow gold, this 40 mm model features a vivid green lacquer dial, fluted bezel, and the iconic President bracelet, uniting technical mastery with timeless elegance.

💎 Key Specifications
Reference: 228238-0061
Case: 40 mm Oyster case in 18 ct yellow gold, monobloc middle case, screw-down back and crown
Bezel: Fluted bezel in 18 ct yellow gold — an RL signature
Dial: Green lacquer dial with Chromalight luminescent hands and hour markers
Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire with Cyclops lens over date
Crown: Screw-down, Twinlock double waterproofness system
Bracelet: President bracelet in 18 ct yellow gold, semi-circular three-piece links, concealed Crownclasp
Movement: RL Calibre 3255, self-winding
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds; instantaneous day and date with rapid setting; stop-seconds for precision
Power Reserve: ~70 hours
Water Resistance: 100 m / 330 ft
Certification: Superlative Chronometer (COSC + RL after casing)

⏱️ Movement
Type: Perpetual, mechanical, self-winding
Caliber: RL Calibre 3255 Manufacture RL
Features: Chronergy escapement for efficiency, paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring, Paraflex shock absorbers, bidirectional self-winding via Perpetual rotor
Accuracy: −2/+2 seconds per day after casing (Superlative Chronometer)
Power Reserve: Approximately 70 hours

✅ Conclusion
The RL Day-Date 40 Ref. 228238-0061 in 18 ct yellow gold with a bold green lacquer dial is the ultimate emblem of achievement. Its distinctive fluted bezel and President bracelet affirm its iconic status, while the calibre 3255 guarantees world-class accuracy and reliability. A watch that commands attention and respect, the Day-Date 40 is not just a timekeeper but a legacy of success, designed for those who shape history.