Day-Date 36

Third generation Rolex Day-Date. Wide variety of references, dials and bracelets available throughout its 20 year run. Originally introduced in 1956, the Day-Date was the first wristwatch to display the day of the week and date in fully written words. This distinctive feature remains one of the most distinctive features of Day-Date watches to this day. This was a significant innovation in the watch industry and contributed to the enormous popularity of the Day-Date.

The leading brand in Swiss luxury watches, Rolex enjoys an unrivalled reputation for excellence, performance and prestige. Pioneer of the wristwatch since 1905, the brand is at the origin of landmark innovations in watchmaking, including the first waterproof wristwatch - the Oyster - and the Perpetual rotor self-winding mechanism. Its watches have accompanied explorers and achievers around the world, from the top of the highest mountains to the deepest reaches of the ocean. Rolex is also actively involved in supporting the arts, sports, exploration, the spirit of enterprise through a broad palette of sponsoring activities and philanthropic programmes. An independent manufacturing company, Rolex designs, develops and produces in-house all the essential components of its watches.