RolexDaytona

The Daytona ref. 116520 has an interesting provenance, being among the first generation to have an in-house movement and the last to have a stainless-steel bezel. Rolex’s calibre 4130 that powers the watch has a 72-hour power reserve, a “Parachrom “anti-magnetic balance spring, and is COSC certified. Striking the perfect balance between sport and luxury, the 40mm case is both ergonomic and supremely wearable. The polished steel bezel has an engraved tachymeter scale, and the screw-down pushers and trip-lock crown afford the watch 100m of water resistance. The hands, indices and Rolex coronet are all made from 18K white gold and applied to the lacquered black dial. A hint of colour is introduced with the red “DAYTONA” script that curves around the sub-register at 6 o’clock. The Oyster bracelet has polished centre links and an Easylink extension in the clasp - giving 5mm of tool-free adjustment.

This 2006 example is presented in excellent condition and includes the box, guarantee, calendar, and swing tags.

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