Rolex Day-Date II

The Day-Date II is a contemporary take on a Rolex classic. Introduced in 2008, it makes an unmistakable visual statement on the wrist. Like its predecessor, the Rolex President II is worn by the most influential figures on the world stage. Never shy of this heritage, the Rolex Day-Date II announces itself as a true timepiece of distinction with precious detailing.

This is reflected in the wristwatch’s striking Oyster case, only available in 950 platinum or 18K gold from Rolex’s own foundry in Switzerland. The bezel can be fashioned to reflect the personal tastes of its wearer and is available on request in smooth and fluted versions, or embellished with precious gems. The dial comes in three distinct styles and textures, depending on its owner’s wishes.

With bold roman numerals marking the hour, magnified date display and the weekday written at 12 o’clock, the Day-Date II is an undeniable triumph of form and function. It is precise to the second, minute, and hour, but never loses sight of the day or calendar date.

The Day-Date II by Rolex has a larger face than the original offering, but still retains the classic day-of-the week spelt out in an arc-shape. The weekday can be displayed in a variety of languages, meaning there is no limit on the timepiece’s international relevance. The day, along with the date, changes automatically at the stroke of midnight thanks to faultless engineering at the center of the Day-Date II’s case.