Sell Your Rolex Day-Date Watch
YOU GET AN OFFER!
You submit your watch via the form on our website, and we get back to you within 24 hours with an offer by email. We may offer to consign your watch or purchase it directly.
YOU SHIP YOUR WATCH
We’ll arrange for fully insured shipping of your watch to us, regardless of where in the world you are. Follow detailed instructions in our How to Ship your Watch page.
YOU GET PAID!
If we agree on the purchase of your price, you get paid! If we cosign your watch, we’ll process your payment once the watch has been sold.
YOU GET AN OFFER!
You submit your watch via the form on our website, and we get back to you within 24 hours with an offer by email. We may offer to consign your watch or purchase it directly.
YOU SHIP YOUR WATCH
We’ll arrange for fully insured shipping of your watch to us, regardless of where in the world you are. Follow detailed instructions in our How to Ship your Watch page.
YOU GET PAID!
If we agree on the purchase of your price, you get paid! If we cosign your watch, we’ll process your payment once the watch has been sold.
4 REASONS TO SELL YOUR WATCH WITH US
1. Trusted & Integrity
Decades of experience in the luxury watch market.
2. Top Dollar for Your Watch
Competitive pricing based on the current luxury market conditions.
3. Hassle-Free Process
Our dedicated experts make selling your watch a seamless experience..
4. Locations Across Major Cities
Find us in New York, Beverly Hills, and Miami.
Why Sell Your Rolex Day-Date Watch With Wrist Aficionado
Wrist Aficionado is a global leader in the procurement and sales of exceptional and rare timepieces.
The Day-Date has a steady global collector audience, and our team has spent years building relationships with serious buyers across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. That global reach matters when you sell, because every variant, from yellow gold fluted-bezel classics to diamond-set platinum, has its own audience.
When you work with Wrist Aficionado, your Day-Date is reviewed by watchmakers who understand the small details that move a piece from common to desirable: dial signatures, factory diamond settings, bracelet stretch, fluted versus smooth bezels, and service history. We treat every submission as a serious transaction.
Sell Your Rolex Watch with Wrist Aficionado
- Same-day response from our buying team during business hours
- Authentication by trained watchmakers, not algorithms
- Acceptance of every Day-Date generation, from vintage four-digit to current production
- Full insurance on inbound and outbound shipping
- Box, papers, and service records considered as part of the review
- Flexible payment options including wire transfer and certified check
- Confidential handling, with no public listing tied to your serial number
- Direct contact with a real specialist from inquiry to closeout
3 Options To Sell Your Luxury Watch
1. Consignment
We can sell and market your watch on consignment for an agreed upon duration of time.
2. Direct Sale
We can buy the watch from you directly at an agreed upon price.
3. Trade In
You can trade the watch in to us for an agreed upon price and use it towards your next dream piece.
Rolex Day-Date Reference Guide
Find your Rolex Day-Date model below to get an accurate offer from our experts.
Rolex Day-Date
| Reference Number | Metal, Case Size |
|---|---|
| 18238 | Yellow Gold, 36mm |
| 18239 | White Gold, 36mm |
| 118135 | Rose Gold, 36mm |
| 118138 | Yellow Gold, 36mm |
| 118205 | Rose Gold, 36mm |
| 118206 | Platinum, 36mm |
| 118238 | Yellow Gold, 36mm |
| 118239 | White Gold, 36mm |
| 118388 | Yellow Gold, 36mm |
| 118389 | White Gold, 36mm |
| 118399BR | White Gold, 36mm |
| 128158RBR | Yellow Gold, 36mm |
| 128159RBR | White Gold, 36mm |
| 128235 | Rose Gold, 36mm |
| 128236 | Platinum, 36mm |
| 128238 | Yellow Gold, 36mm |
| 128238 | Stainless Steel, 36mm |
| 128239 | White Gold, 36mm |
| 128345RBR | Rose Gold, 36mm |
| 128348RBR | Yellow Gold, 36mm |
| 128349RBR | White Gold, 36mm |
| 128395TBR | Rose Gold, 36mm |
| 128396TBR | Platinum, 36mm |
| 128398TBR | Yellow Gold, 36mm |
| 128399TBR | White Gold, 36mm |
| 218206 | Platinum, 41mm |
| 218235 | Rose Gold, 41mm |
| 218238 | Yellow Gold, 41mm |
| 218239 | White Gold, 41mm |
| 218398 | Yellow Gold, 41mm |
| 228206 | Platinum, 40mm |
| 228235 | Rose Gold, 40mm |
| 228236 | Platinum, 40mm |
| 228238 | Yellow Gold, 40mm |
| 228239 | White Gold, 40mm |
| 228345RBR | Rose Gold, 40mm |
| 228348RBR | Yellow Gold, 40mm |
| 228349RBR | White Gold, 40mm |
| 228396TBR | Platinum, 40mm |
| 228396TEM | Platinum, 40mm |
| 228398TBR | Yellow Gold, 40mm |
| 228398TRU | Yellow Gold, 40mm |
A Brief History of the Rolex Day-Date
Rolex launched the Day-Date in 1956 as the first wristwatch to display both the date and the full day of the week spelled out on the dial. From the start, it was offered only in precious metals, and it arrived alongside the President bracelet that has since become synonymous with the model. Through the 1960s and 1970s, references like the 1803 and 1807 carried the design through decades of refinement, with bezel variations ranging from fluted to bark to Florentine. The five-digit era brought sapphire crystals and improved movements, and in 2008 Rolex launched the larger Day-Date II at 41mm. In 2015, the brand introduced the Day-Date 40 with the caliber 3255, and the 36mm version was refreshed in 2019 with the matching caliber 3255 movement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the process take?
Most direct sales finish within three to five business days from accepted offer to funds received. Consignment timelines vary based on the model and the buyer pool.
How does the offer process work?
Submit your reference number, condition notes, and photos through our site or by email. Our buying team reviews the submission and replies with a written offer, often the same day.
Which Day-Date models do you accept?
Every generation. We buy vintage four-digit Presidents, transitional five-digit references, six-digit 36mm models, Day-Date II, and the current Day-Date 40 lineup. Yellow gold, white gold, Everose, and platinum are all welcome.
What should I prepare before sending my watch?
Locate your original box, papers, and any service records. Take clear photos of the dial, caseback, bracelet, clasp, and bezel. Note any factory diamond settings, known service work, or replacement parts. The more our team knows up front, the smoother the review.
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Whether you're searching for your dream timepiece or looking to sell a cherished watch, Wrist Aficionado is your premier destination for high-end timepieces. We offer an unparalleled experience for buyers and sellers alike.
