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QF Factory Rolex Day-Date 40 Ref. 228236 Tungsten Edition
The QF 185g tungsten release offers a compelling tactile upgrade for collectors seeking the characteristic heft of a solid platinum Day-Date.
Powered by Clone 3255 Movement
The mechanical core of this 228236 is the Clone 3255 caliber. It features the correct instant day and date change logic, snapping over sharply at midnight rather than dragging slowly across several hours. While the architecture visually mimics the genuine Rolex layout with decorative bridges and a blue balance spring imitation, it operates with a standard mainspring barrel. All movements are tested against prior to dispatch to ensure amplitude and beat error are within acceptable tolerances.
The QF Clone 3255 movement is generally regulated to perform within 卤10��15 seconds per day, depending on resting position and power reserve state.
- �� Power Reserve: Approximately 36 hours
- �� Complications: Instant-jump day and date displays
- �� Winding Direction: Bidirectional automatic winding
Technical Specifications
The case maintains a precise 12.4mm thickness while housing a high-density tungsten inner core, bringing the total weight to 185.3g. The mid-case features a high-polish finish consistent with genuine platinum models.
The dial captures the exclusive platinum-only Ice Blue tone with a radial sunburst finish. Hour markers consist of aligned cubic zirconia baguettes, complemented by crisp, raised dial text printing.
Correctly modeling the post-2022 reference 228236, this edition features a sharp fluted bezel rather than the smooth domed bezel previously associated with platinum Day-Dates.
Semi-circular three-piece solid links with polished center links and brushed outer links. The concealed folding Crownclasp operates with secure, tactile resistance.
Why QF Factory for This Reference?
Many collectors ask: ��Why not GMF?��
GMF also produces a respected heavy tungsten Day-Date, but QF��s specific implementation of the 185g mid-case offers slightly better weight distribution and end-link fitment without compromising the strict 12.4mm thickness profile. The fluted bezel facets on the QF also exhibit slightly sharper light play in natural conditions.
Full Disclosure: The cubic zirconia baguette markers lack the refractive depth of genuine factory-set diamonds under loupe magnification, and the clone 3255 ball-bearing rotor can exhibit mild audible whirring in quiet environments.
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Data Sheet
| MODEL REFERENCE | 228236 |
| FACTORY / VERSION | QF Tungsten Weighted Edition |
| MOVEMENT | Clone 3255 Automatic |
| CASE MATERIAL | 904L Oystersteel with Tungsten Core |
| WEIGHT & THICKNESS | 185.3g | 12.4mm |
| CRYSTAL & LUME | Sapphire with Cyclops AR | Chromalight Rep |
| DIMENSIONS | 40mm � 47.4mm � 12.4mmManual measurements �� minor tolerances apply. |
| WATER RESISTANCE | 30m �� professional pressure test recommended before swimming |
Collector Q&A
Q: Does the day and date change instantly at midnight like the genuine caliber 3255?
A: Yes, the QF Clone 3255 movement is designed to replicate the instant day/date jump mechanism, typically snapping over sharply within a few minutes of midnight rather than dragging slowly.
Q: How does the 185g weight compare to the genuine solid platinum 228236?
A: The genuine solid platinum Day-Date 40 weighs approximately 270g depending on the number of links. While the QF 185g tungsten version is lighter than the genuine, it is significantly heavier than a standard 135g steel replica, providing a much more convincing tactile experience on the wrist.
Q: Are the baguette dial markers real diamonds?
A: No, the baguette hour markers on this replica are crafted from high-quality cubic zirconia (CZ). They offer good clarity and alignment but will not test as diamonds on a thermal tester and lack the deep refractive properties of genuine factory-set stones.
Q: Is the rotor noise noticeable on this specific QF clone movement?
A: The clone 3255 utilizes a ball-bearing rotor which can produce a faint audible whirring sound in quiet environments. This is a known characteristic of this movement architecture and can be mitigated slightly with professional movement servicing and lubrication.
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