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khaltire · 16 October 2018, 09:35 AM

Hi all, didn't see this topic posted. Anyways, just picked up my grail watch, a G serial 2010 Day Date in YG with a black stick dial. Its a real beauty. It's got all the features I want, improved clasp, rehaut, solid links. I wish it had the ceramic pins (the bracelet has a little stretch on the first 2 links, although I'm just being picky).

I can't help but wonder, when will Rolex release a new version of the 118238. What is their cycle like on these items? 10-15 years between changes?

What would the new version look like? Surely it would have the ceramic pins, but what else? When should we expect it? Should we ever? Lol.

Your thoughts are appreciated!

PS. Obligatory pics included. Fit is on my skinny 6" wrist, but I love the fit. It looks a bit larger in photos than in real life.

Cheers

Maiden · 16 October 2018, 11:02 AM

Looks great on you. I think it will happen soon perhaps this year. With the datejust getting the new 32 series movement last year I see it coming soon to the day date. I think they will get the ceramic sleeves then as well. Either way I still love my 18238.

Nikrnic · 16 October 2018, 11:13 AM

I agree with maiden X2. Yes it looks great on you!! and the new movement should be out next year. Though as we all know Rolex does what Rolex does.

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jenedla · 16 October 2018, 11:19 AM

I have no clue, but just came by to say that looks fantastic on you!

khaltire · 16 October 2018, 11:23 AM

Thanks for the kind words everyone. I'm feeling slightly silly knowing the new one is coming out soon . I sort of paid a little above the going rate but it was hard to find one in the pristine like new condition I was looking for. I also originally intended to get the champagne one, as that's the quintessential Day Date, but when I saw the black in peson, I was sold. The gloss black dial is just perfection. It did just come back from factory service from Rolex in August 2018 so that was a nice selling feature, also the original owner requested unpolished (have no way of confirming if this is the case or not as it is my first Rolex). Also, the lume only lasts about 2 minutes, is this normal (even for a just serviced piece?)

In any case, I am very happy with the watch, feels amazing. Now I see what Rolex quality really means (having come from Omega). definitely am a sucker for gold always have been. I'm a little tanned right now so it really goes well with my skin tone. Here's another for the road (literally)

Wcdhtwn · 16 October 2018, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Nikrnic

I agree with maiden X2. Yes it looks great on you!! and the new movement should be out next year. Though as we all know Rolex does what Rolex does.

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Didn't the DD get a new movement at Basel '16? Maybe it was '15.

KBM · 16 October 2018, 12:49 PM

Sharp looking piece. These are made to last a lifetime, so whether or not it gets a new caliber soon, enjoy your piece for what is is and it will serve you well for many years to come.

nikesupremedunk · 16 October 2018, 01:03 PM

You might have just changed my mind about dial choice on the dd36. Always thought I wanted a white dial but that black stick dial is the best combo I’ve seen on a dd36.

I wouldn’t worry about any upgrades in the future, you are set for life. Enjoy in good health!

Nikrnic · 16 October 2018, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Wcdhtwn

Didn't the DD get a new movement at Basel '16? Maybe it was '15.

Yes, DD40 has 3255. DD36 has 3155

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Tzachi · 16 October 2018, 01:45 PM

as said before, no one can tell what rolex will do and when.

strettyend · 16 October 2018, 02:16 PM

Looks awesome congrats. A new one may or may not come out soon but rest assured that the design will not deviate much from what you have on now. A new movement will probably make its way into the watch but the one you have now is plenty robust and you won’t even notice the difference with a new movement. Enjoy!

GFONG · 16 October 2018, 08:11 PM

Looks great. Huge congrats!

I expect the new DD will be introduced in 2019.

Onikage · 16 October 2018, 08:13 PM

I'm more concerned about Rolex dropping the 36mm entirely. Shame if they do because 36 IS the DD President to me.

1William · 16 October 2018, 08:14 PM

Very nice watch. The new movements are pending I would estimate.

Nikrnic · 17 October 2018, 09:35 AM

I doubt any 36mm pieces will be dropped. Isn't that the most popular size ? At least for DD & DJ ?

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R!$ · 17 October 2018, 09:51 AM

wow 36mm actually looks big on you

necrach · 5 December 2018, 07:01 AM

Day-date !

kcmo · 5 December 2018, 08:42 AM

Congrats!

THC · 5 December 2018, 09:18 AM

Gorgeous pick up... do not fret about what may or may not happen with future rollouts.. you own the king of the jungle now. Congrats

16 October 2018, 11:02 AM	#2
Maiden "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 3,650	Looks great on you. I think it will happen soon perhaps this year. With the datejust getting the new 32 series movement last year I see it coming soon to the day date. I think they will get the ceramic sleeves then as well. Either way I still love my 18238. __________________ Rolex 116613LN Rolex 16610LN Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 41mm Omega Geneve Tag Heuer Aquaracer WAY2112 Orient Ray 2

16 October 2018, 01:03 PM	#8
nikesupremedunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Andrew Location: NYC Posts: 1,227	You might have just changed my mind about dial choice on the dd36. Always thought I wanted a white dial but that black stick dial is the best combo I’ve seen on a dd36. I wouldn’t worry about any upgrades in the future, you are set for life. Enjoy in good health! __________________ \| 116234 DJ36 \| 116610LN SubC \| 116520 Daytona \| BlackBay 58 Blue \|

16 October 2018, 02:16 PM	#11
strettyend "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Miami Posts: 1,653	Looks awesome congrats. A new one may or may not come out soon but rest assured that the design will not deviate much from what you have on now. A new movement will probably make its way into the watch but the one you have now is plenty robust and you won’t even notice the difference with a new movement. Enjoy! __________________ AP ROC 26315or; AP RO 15450st; Vacheron Fiftysix; Day Date RG 228235 Olive; Daytona YG 116528; Daytona YG Oysterflex 116518; Cartier Santos de Cartier Rose Gold; Panerai PAM 0048; IWC Portofino Chrono; Girard-Perregaux Richeville

16 October 2018, 08:13 PM	#13
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,758	I'm more concerned about Rolex dropping the 36mm entirely. Shame if they do because 36 IS the DD President to me. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

16 October 2018, 11:13 AM	#3
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,160	I agree with maiden X2. Yes it looks great on you!! and the new movement should be out next year. Though as we all know Rolex does what Rolex does. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

16 October 2018, 11:19 AM	#4
jenedla "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Watch: can't choose Posts: 330	I have no clue, but just came by to say that looks fantastic on you!

16 October 2018, 12:49 PM	#7
KBM 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,390	Sharp looking piece. These are made to last a lifetime, so whether or not it gets a new caliber soon, enjoy your piece for what is is and it will serve you well for many years to come.

16 October 2018, 01:45 PM	#10
Tzachi 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 320	as said before, no one can tell what rolex will do and when.

16 October 2018, 08:11 PM	#12
GFONG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Galen Location: SG / HK Watch: Lange / Rolex Posts: 2,810	Looks great. Huge congrats! I expect the new DD will be introduced in 2019.

16 October 2018, 08:14 PM	#14
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,749	Very nice watch. The new movements are pending I would estimate.

17 October 2018, 09:35 AM	#15
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,160	I doubt any 36mm pieces will be dropped. Isn't that the most popular size ? At least for DD & DJ ? Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

17 October 2018, 09:51 AM	#16
R!$ Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 2,405	wow 36mm actually looks big on you

5 December 2018, 07:01 AM	#17
necrach "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Real Name: Dan lee Location: sacramento Watch: Submariner Posts: 2	Day-date !

5 December 2018, 08:42 AM	#18
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Congrats!

5 December 2018, 09:18 AM	#19
THC 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 16610M Posts: 10,484	Gorgeous pick up... do not fret about what may or may not happen with future rollouts.. you own the king of the jungle now. Congrats

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