About Day-Date and how to set them up
The Day-Date was also the first watch to use Rolex's signature "Oyster" case, which is known for its durability and water resistance, and the "President" bracelet, which features semi-circular links that give the bracelet a comfortable and secure fit. Today, the Day-Date remains one of Rolex's most iconic and recognizable models and is available in a range of materials, colors, and designs.
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The Rolex Day-Date is available in several different materials, depending on the model and year of production. Some of the most common materials used for the Day-Date include:
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18k yellow gold: This is the classic and most well-known metal used for the Day-Date. It has a distinctive warm, rich color that is instantly recognizable.
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18k white gold: This is a more modern and understated option that has a cool, silvery hue.
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Platinum: Platinum is a very dense and durable metal that is often used for high-end watches. It has a subtle, grayish-white color and is more rare and expensive than gold.
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Everose gold: This is a proprietary alloy developed by Rolex that combines gold, copper, and a small amount of platinum to create a distinctive pinkish hue that is both modern and timeless.
So how do you set up the Day and Date?
Setting the Day-Date is a fairly simple process. Here are the steps to follow:
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Pull out the crown: To set the time, pull the winding crown out to the second position, which will allow you to adjust the hands.
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Set the time: Turn the crown clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the hour and minute hands to the desired time. The date will also change as you adjust the hands, but the day will not change until the next step.
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Set the day: To set the day, continue to turn the crown clockwise until you reach the position where the day of the week is displayed. Pull the crown out to the first position and turn it clockwise to advance the day. Note that the day will change in English and Spanish.
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Push the crown back in: Once you have set the time and day, push the crown back in to its original position.
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Wind the watch: If your Day-Date is an automatic model and has stopped running, you will need to wind it manually. To do this, simply turn the crown clockwise while it is in its original position until you feel resistance.
Overall, setting the Day-Date is a straightforward process that can be done by following these steps. However, if you have any concerns or questions about setting your watch, it's always a good idea to consult the instruction manual or take it to a certified Rolex dealer for assistance.
What is Single Quickset and Double Quickset?
The term "single quickset" typically refers to a feature on certain Rolex watches that allows the wearer to adjust the date quickly and easily using the crown.
In a watch with a single quickset feature, the wearer can pull the crown out to the second position and turn it clockwise to advance the hour and minute hands while the date display stays the same. Then, the wearer can pull the crown out to the first position and turn it clockwise to advance the date by one day at a time.
This is different from a "double quickset" feature, which allows the wearer to adjust both the date and the day of the week separately using the crown.
It's worth noting that not all Rolex watches have a quickset feature, and the availability of this feature can vary depending on the specific model and year of production. However, many of Rolex's most popular and iconic models, including the Datejust and the Day-Date, do offer a quickset feature to make it easier to set and adjust the date.