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dbphotos · 4 April 2011, 11:59 AM

I am looking at a DD 18238 double quickset with the white roman numeral dial, but the day and date are in the champagne (?) color. Is that factory or has the dial likely been changed? Do they make white dials with either white or champagne day and date?

Thanks!

David

GMTJOHNNY · 4 April 2011, 12:13 PM

I have the white DAY and DATE on my 18238. The face is also white. All from RSC in NYC. I think you can pretty much ask for what you want there. I did. My 18238 originally came with a BLACK face but it was too hard to read at night so I swapped it at RSC for the white one with STICK markers (not ROMANS). Love it. Now selling it on ebay as I got a 118238.

dbphotos · 4 April 2011, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by GMTJOHNNY

I have the white DAY and DATE on my 18238. The face is also white. All from RSC in NYC. I think you can pretty much ask for what you want there. I did. My 18238 originally came with a BLACK face but it was too hard to read at night so I swapped it at RSC for the white one with STICK markers (not ROMANS). Love it. Now selling it on ebay as I got a 118238.

What are the differences between the 18238 and the 118238, other than age?

What's the # of your listing?

TKB · 4 April 2011, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by dbphotos

What are the differences between the 18238 and the 118238, other than age?

What's the # of your listing?

It's 30% heavier

sond86 · 4 April 2011, 01:04 PM

30% heavier and about 50-100% pricier

horseco · 4 April 2011, 01:16 PM

[QUOTE=dbphotos;2410543]What are the differences between the 18238 and the 118238, other than age?

the 118238 case lugs are slightly larger & polished & around 2004 the clasp was changed then in 2007 engraving on the Rehaut – Rolex has placed engraving the word "ROLEX" with the watch's serial number engraved at 6 o'clock) under the crystal on the area between the crystal and the dial. in addition to being heavier by 30%

crowncollection · 4 April 2011, 01:23 PM

can get date and day discs in both cream and white, and in about 30 languages regards

dbphotos · 4 April 2011, 01:23 PM

Thanks! That answers that question.

As far as 18238 vs. 18038, I know the biggest difference is single QS vs. double QS. It looks like there is about a $2k difference between the two. Is it worth the extra money for the 18238? I am thinking it will always be worth a little more if I want to trade up later on.

dbphotos · 4 April 2011, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by crowncollection

can get date and day discs in both cream and white, and in about 30 languages regards

Thanks. I knew they came in different colors, I just wasn't sure if they came from Rolex that way. It sounds like Rolex will change them to just about any color combination you want.

dbphotos · 4 April 2011, 04:30 PM

Thanks guys for the feedback. Questions are purely for educational purposes now because I committed to buying this 18238.

I hope to have it in my hands by the end of the week.

I'm so happy, very very happy!

TempoKing · 4 April 2011, 05:13 PM

It is easier for a dealer to sell a DD-President with the more desireable
white/Roman dial but who does not have the time or the resources
to change the day and date wheels as well-most likely this watch
started life with a champagne dial.
The DD wheels should be white as well for a better balanced look.

TurboWatch · 4 April 2011, 06:15 PM

The accessories that you have there are WRONG for this watch.

1bad750 · 4 April 2011, 11:59 PM

My dd also has the champagne dd wheel on a white roman face..I wouldnt worry about it.

dbphotos · 5 April 2011, 04:11 AM

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Originally Posted by TurboWatch

The accessories that you have there are WRONG for this watch.

Wrong box but it is supposed to come with papers, so I'm fine with it. I believe I have the correct box for it. I'm buying the watch, not the box.

Thanks.

dbphotos · 5 April 2011, 04:12 AM

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Originally Posted by 1bad750

My dd also has the champagne dd wheel on a white roman face..I wouldnt worry about it.

Looks good! I may change it in time as I do like the white and white combo better, but this looks stunning as well.

Thanks!

kirishima · 5 April 2011, 06:21 AM

It is supposed to come with a PRESIDENT BOX - That box is the standard steel watch box.
The President box is much more grand....

mrbill2mrbill2 · 5 April 2011, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by dbphotos

Wrong box but it is supposed to come with papers, so I'm fine with it. I believe I have the correct box for it. I'm buying the watch, not the box.

Thanks.

I like the way the champagne day and date wheels contrast the white dials and blend in with the gold roman hour markers. I would not change.

rolexlover · 27 August 2011, 12:39 AM

Can you get dials for 18038?

4 April 2011, 11:59 AM	#1
dbphotos "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: David Location: Texas Watch: your 6! Posts: 898	18238 DD Question I am looking at a DD 18238 double quickset with the white roman numeral dial, but the day and date are in the champagne (?) color. Is that factory or has the dial likely been changed? Do they make white dials with either white or champagne day and date? Thanks! David __________________ www.DavidBailey.com Rolex DD YG 18238 \| Rolex 1675 Pepsi \| Rolex 14060 \| Rolex Vintage 6694 \| Rolex TT 16013 \| Tudor Tiger 79280P on Shark strap \| a whole bunch of misc watches

4 April 2011, 12:13 PM	#2
GMTJOHNNY "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: LONG ISLAND, NY Watch: 2007 DAY DATE 18KT Posts: 1,378	I have the white DAY and DATE on my 18238. The face is also white. All from RSC in NYC. I think you can pretty much ask for what you want there. I did. My 18238 originally came with a BLACK face but it was too hard to read at night so I swapped it at RSC for the white one with STICK markers (not ROMANS). Love it. Now selling it on ebay as I got a 118238. __________________ ROLEX DAY DATE 118238 (2007) ROLEX DAY DATE 18238 (1997) ROLEX GMT 16750 PEPSI (1987) ROLEX AIR KING 14000 (1991) ROLEX GMTIIC TT 116713LN (2008)

4 April 2011, 01:23 PM	#8
dbphotos "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: David Location: Texas Watch: your 6! Posts: 898	Thanks! That answers that question. As far as 18238 vs. 18038, I know the biggest difference is single QS vs. double QS. It looks like there is about a $2k difference between the two. Is it worth the extra money for the 18238? I am thinking it will always be worth a little more if I want to trade up later on. __________________ www.DavidBailey.com Rolex DD YG 18238 \| Rolex 1675 Pepsi \| Rolex 14060 \| Rolex Vintage 6694 \| Rolex TT 16013 \| Tudor Tiger 79280P on Shark strap \| a whole bunch of misc watches

4 April 2011, 06:15 PM	#12
TurboWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,641	Also The accessories that you have there are WRONG for this watch.

27 August 2011, 12:39 AM	#18
rolexlover "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Saint Louis Watch: Explorer I, AP ROO Posts: 29	Can you get dials for 18038? __________________ Explorer I Vintage Air-King Date w/ rare blue dial 18038 YG Day-Date "President" Panerai Luminor Marina-PAM 00048 Audemars Piguet ROO Rubber Clad

4 April 2011, 01:04 PM	#5
sond86 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Real Name: Gym Rat Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,327	30% heavier and about 50-100% pricier

4 April 2011, 01:16 PM	#6
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,424	[QUOTE=dbphotos;2410543]What are the differences between the 18238 and the 118238, other than age? the 118238 case lugs are slightly larger & polished & around 2004 the clasp was changed then in 2007 engraving on the Rehaut – Rolex has placed engraving the word "ROLEX" with the watch's serial number engraved at 6 o'clock) under the crystal on the area between the crystal and the dial. in addition to being heavier by 30%

4 April 2011, 01:23 PM	#7
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,215	can get date and day discs in both cream and white, and in about 30 languages regards

4 April 2011, 05:13 PM	#11
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,497	It is easier for a dealer to sell a DD-President with the more desireable white/Roman dial but who does not have the time or the resources to change the day and date wheels as well-most likely this watch started life with a champagne dial. The DD wheels should be white as well for a better balanced look.

5 April 2011, 06:21 AM	#16
kirishima Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Yokohama Posts: 18	It is supposed to come with a PRESIDENT BOX - That box is the standard steel watch box. The President box is much more grand....

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