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jmerce showcases a dial swap on his Rolex Day-Date 118206, moving from a glacier Roman dial to a less common glacier stick dial. This modification highlights how subtle changes can significantly alter a watch's aesthetic and personal appeal, sparking a discussion among collectors about dial preferences and their impact on a watch's overall presence. The post underscores the enduring appeal of the Day-Date and the nuances collectors consider when customizing or appreciating these platinum references.
Rolex Day-Date 36 Reference 118206
The reference 118206 represents Rolex's platinum execution of the Day-Date 36, distinguished by its glacier blue diamond dial within the Platinum Glacier Blue Diamond series. This reference occupied the premium tier of the Day-Date lineup during its production period from 2000 to 2012.
The 36mm case is constructed entirely in platinum, featuring a smooth platinum bezel and sapphire crystal. Water resistance is rated to 100 meters. The watch houses the automatic caliber 3155 movement with a 48-hour power reserve. The glacier blue dial incorporates diamond hour markers, paired with a platinum President bracelet.
This reference appeals to collectors seeking platinum Day-Date variants with distinctive dial treatments. The glacier blue diamond dial configuration and all-platinum construction position the 118206 among the more premium offerings within the Day-Date 36 range during its twelve-year production run.
great. The dial is ... stunning!! Many congrats, Thomas
Looks great! Much prefer the stick dial.
the same color as the Daytona Platium? Thanks...Jim
The DD2 on the other hand need the Roman dial, if possible the widest Roman font as possible to feel in all the void space on the large dial
I shall not argue. 36 mm plat? This dial. maybe there will be no better. But I wish it was 39. I know, it doesn't exist.
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