Rolex Day-Date 36 Day-Date 18038

Reference 18038

About this watch

The Rolex 18038 Burr Wood Day-Date is an exquisite blend of luxury and functionality. Crafted from yellow gold, the 36mm case is the epitome of elegance, with a closed case back that adds to its sleek profile. The stunning Burr Wood dial features warm brown hues reminiscent of luxurious wood finishes, creating a beautiful contrast against the gold case. The stick indexes and hands ensure easy readability while adding an element of modernity to its classic design. Whether you're in a dimly lit restaurant or out in the sun, the luminescent hands make sure you can always tell the time. The sapphire crystal is scratch-resistant and durable, protecting the dial while ensuring clarity. With a water resistance of up to 100 meters, you can wear this watch in various environments without worrying about damage from splashes or brief immersion. The classic President bracelet features semi-circular links that hug the wrist perfectly, making it a joy to wear. The hidden clasp adds to the seamless look, ensuring that the focus remains on the stunning timepiece rather than the mechanisms that hold it together. One of the most vital aspects of any watch is its performance, and the Rolex 18038 Burr Wood delivers on functionality, thanks to the reliable caliber 3055 movement. This masterpiece of engineering offers superior precision and reliability, with a frequency of 28,800 beats per hour and 27 jewels that minimize friction and enhance longevity.

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Key Features

Rolex Caliber 3055 Movement
36mm Yellow Gold Case
Burr Wood Dial
Sapphire Crystal
Water Resistance up to 100m
Classic President Bracelet

Specifications

Brand

Rolex

Family

Day-Date 36

Model

Day-Date 18038

Reference

18038

Movement

3055

Movement Features

Hours, Minutes, Seconds
Date, Day
Chronometer

Case

Yellow Gold 36mm

Crystal

Sapphire

Water Resistance

100

Current Listings

Rolex Day-Date 36 Full Yellow Gold White Cream Dial Roman Numerals 1985 (Serviced)

Rolex - 18038 · $16,250

This is a Rolex Day-Date 36 in full yellow gold, featuring a white Roman dial and period-correct details. The watch has been professionally serviced and passed a 3ATM pressure test.

Condition: very nice condition, minor stretch on the bracelet
Size: 36mm diameter
Year: 1985
Serial number: 9.1 million serial

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Rolex Datejust. Day Date. 18K Solid Gold. Tight Bracelet. 1970.

Rolex - 18038 · $16,300

A 1970 Rolex Day Date made of 18K solid gold, featuring a tight bracelet.

Year: 1970
Bracelet size: 7.5

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Rolex 18038 Diamond Dial w/ papers

Rolex - 18038 · $17,500

A Rolex Day-Date 18038 from circa 1981/82 featuring a factory Rolex USA diamond dial, presented beautifully on the wrist with its original President bracelet.

Condition: Mint, unpolished case with clean and well-preserved dial
Size: 36mm diameter
Age: circa 1981/82
Serial: 6.5M serial number

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Jan 16, 2026, 10:45 PM

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Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold Real Lapis Lazuli Aftermarket Dial 1979 (Serviced)

Rolex - 18038 · $11,300

A 1979 Rolex Day-Date 36 Yellow Gold with a genuine lapis lazuli stone aftermarket dial, presented as a head-only configuration.

Condition: Very nice condition, minor surface marks on crystal.
Size: 36mm
Year: 1979
Case depth rating: 30m (3ATM)

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Jan 16, 2026, 2:12 PM

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Rolex Day-Date 36 Full Yellow Gold White Cream Dial Roman Numerals 1985 (Serviced)

Rolex - 18038 · $16,250

This Rolex Day-Date 18038 is a full yellow gold model from 1985, featuring a white Roman dial and fluted bezel. The watch has been professionally serviced and runs properly, with a pressure test passed at 30m.

Condition: Very nice condition, minor signs of wear consistent with age.
Size: 36mm diameter
Year: 1985
Movement service: professionally serviced in November 2025

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1987 Rolex Day-Date Ref. 18038 | Blue Vignette Dial | Box and Papers

Rolex - 18038 · $25,550

This is a rare blue dial variant of the Rolex Day-Date, featuring an 18K yellow gold 36mm case with a fluted bezel. The tritium on the dial and hands has aged to an attractive cream color.

Condition: Excellent
Case size: 36mm diameter
Bracelet links: 23 link president bracelet
Serial number: 9,432,XXX

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Jan 14, 2026, 12:47 PM

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1979 Rolex 18K YG Day-Date 18038 Blue Vignette Diamond Dial

Rolex - 18038 · $19,750

A 1979 Rolex Day-Date 18K yellow gold watch featuring a blue vignette diamond dial and fluted bezel. The case, bezel, and bracelet are in excellent condition with only light signs of use.

Condition: Excellent with some light wear for its age
Serial Number: 6262XXX
Case Size: 40mm diameter
Bracelet Length: 22 links

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Mar 18, 2025, 9:19 AM

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1984 Rolex 18K YG Day-Date 18038 Champagne Dial

Rolex - 18038 · $14,950

This 1984 Rolex Day-Date features a champagne dial and an 18k yellow gold case. The watch shows some signs of use, but the condition is generally excellent. The 22-link president bracelet also shows minimal stretch for its age.

Condition: Excellent with light wear
Case size: 36mm diameter
Serial number: 8086XXX

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Mar 5, 2025, 11:59 PM

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1978 Rolex Day-Date 18038 Champagne Linen Dial

Rolex - 18038 · $14,500

This 1978 Rolex Day-Date features a gorgeous champagne linen dial on a reference 18038 quick set day-date with chunky gold case. The watch has aged evenly with perfect tritium lume plots and hands.

Condition: Pre-owned, with signs of aging and oxidation
Bracelet type: President
Clasp type: B clasp
Wrist size compatibility: up to 7.25 inches

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Feb 26, 2025, 11:57 AM

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