Rolex Day-Date President 18248

The Reference 18248 is the archetypal “bark” finish model from the Day-Date 182xx generation (c. 1988-2000). The technical specification is a 36mm case in 18k yellow gold (8) with a bezel featuring a finely engraved, wood-grain-like texture, denoted by the 4 digit. This textured finish was a signature Rolex decorative technique, and on the 18248, it was most desirably paired with a President bracelet whose center links also featured the matching bark motif, creating a fully integrated design. The watch is powered by the Caliber 3155 double quickset movement. It is historically significant as the definitive version of the “bark” Day-Date from the technologically advanced double quickset era.