Hello!
Kaneko from Commit Ginza will introduce some recommended watches!
Today we have a day-date watch with a beautiful dial.

Rolex Day-Date Tapestry All Tritium
Ref.18238 Serial.L (manufactured around 1989)
Cal.3155 8385/FF55B Clasp Code N12
Accessories: Box
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The Day-Date is Rolex's highest-end model, available only in gold and platinum.
This is the "Ref. 18238" model, which is the first to allow for the change of the day of the week in addition to the date display.
Compared to the thick kamaboko case of the previous model "Ref.18038",
It has been changed to a stylish case.
The most attractive feature of the Day-Date we are introducing this time is undoubtedly the dial.

Commonly known as the "tapestry dial"

The dial features a vertical striped pattern called tapestry.
Although it does exist in current models, the tapestry dial of the older Day-Date seems to be relatively rare.
Furthermore, this is a black tapestry, which is rare to see.

This dial becomes darker or lighter depending on the angle of the light.
It is an attractive dial that shows off a variety of different expressions.

What do you think? It's a very beautiful dial.
If you look closely, you will see that the dial also features beautiful concentric guilloching.
I would like you to take a look at it with a magnifying glass.

The dial is in excellent condition.
The index luminous material is also in perfect condition with no missing parts.
Considering it was manufactured over 30 years ago, the condition is simply amazing!

The gold logo printed on the guilloche dial is also beautiful and attractive.
The more you look at it, the more beautiful the dial becomes.

The overall condition is that there are some scratches and small marks due to use,
The condition is good.

The middle case has some thinning,
The atmosphere is not spoiled.

The original bracelet, which matches the age, is slightly worn,
Isn't it in relatively good condition?

Wrist shot!!
I just can't get enough of this unique expression!!

Rolex Day-Date "Ref.18238/Black Tapestry"

Recommended for those looking for a stylish vintage Day-Date!
The all-tritium tapestry dial is tasteful and attractive!
Please take a look at it!!
If you are looking for an older Day-Date model, please consider this one.

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