18238 day date any drawbacks?

[beachbum]

I I have my heart set on a yellow gold day date 18238. I know the 118238 is heavier and the bracelet clasp is improved but its just a bit out of my price range. I plan to wear the piece daily. Is the bracelet on the older model a ticking time bomb? I don't want to spend over 10k on the 18238 if it already has one foot in the grave

[crowncollection]

the 18238 has a very good band, it's rolex quality, not cheap, it can last decades if cleaned reguarly, ensure you get one with as little stretch as you can or allow a grand for michael young to fix it up like new. I do not understand the ticking time bomb statement sorry, i have many presidents, some with the flimsier 1803 band and they are still a good strong band and holding well 40 years later.

[Mystro]

Rolex bracelets have always been strong. They are a proven item. The newer bracelets that "seem" strong need to get some years on them to establish any reputation of strength. I can tell you the older bracelets never had weld spots break like the current bracelets.