The story of the Rolex Day‑Date 118206 begins in 2000, when Rolex introduced this model in full platinum—a precious metal reserved for the brand’s most prestigious creations. Measuring a refined 36 mm, it delivered the classic President silhouette with modern substance, clad entirely in 950 platinum and finished with a domed (smooth) bezel—a subtle mark of understated luxury.

Within its solid platinum case, the watch is equipped with the Caliber 3155—Rolex’s reliable automatic movement featuring both full-day and date functionality. This movement was the backbone of Day-Date’s reputation for precision and reliability.

What makes the ref. 118206 special isn’t just the metal—it’s the dial variations that followed. Rolex offered classic ice‑blue (glacier) dials—the color that became synonymous with platinum Day‑Date models—alongside rarer meteorite, cherry-red, dark blue stick, and even diamond-set dials. Some collectors note that the dark blue lumed stick dial, introduced around 2013, is among the rarest to be paired with the platinum bracelet.

Through its production run (roughly 2000 to 2015, with select dial configurations extending into the late 2010s), the watch quietly earned cult status. Many owners noted its weight and solidity—226 grams of high‑density metal that feels like gentle stability on the wrist.

Among enthusiasts, the dial variants like meteorite and cherry are especially prized for their rarity and subtle character shifts over time.

On forums, collectors often praise the ref. 118206 for its understated presence. Unlike gold Day‑Dates that scream wealth, this model wears its metal with restraint: a platinum President that looks surprisingly discreet to all but connoisseurs.

Model – Day-Date
Reference – 118206
Year –
Size – 36mm
Dial – Silver
Case Material – Platinum
Bracelet Material – Platinum
Movement – Automatic
Power Reserve –
Water resistance – 100m
Condition – 9/10
Accs – Full Set
Remarks –