RolexDaytona

KEY FACTS

• A 2008 example of Rolex’s archetypal sports chronograph
• ​Offered by a private collector based in the UK 
• ​Presented with its box, outside sleeve, warranty card, booklets, wallet, swing tag, and original purchase receipt
• ​Graded ‘A’ for condition by the vendor who reports the watch has been worn sparingly and is in good working order

FUNCTIONS

• Hours, minutes, small seconds, and chronograph
• Chronometer-certified 4130 calibre movement
• Power reserve of 72 hours
• Screw-down crown and pushers deliver 100m of waterproofness (not currently tested)

SUMMARY

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 steel bezel. Since it was replaced in 2016 with a new version sporting Rolex’s Cerachrom bezel, this reference has steadily climbed in value as collectors have come to appreciate its classic and timeless styling.

The instantly recognisable case of the Daytona ref. 116520 measures 40mm in diameter and Its ergonomic design is suited to a range of wrist sizes. Paired with an Oyster bracelet, and featuring a tachymeter scale on the bezel, the watch maintains a distinctly sporty character. The dial is gloss black with applique white gold indices and hands, all of which are coated with Super-LumiNova to provide superior legibility to the wearer. Curved around the sub-dial at 6 o’clock, the red “DAYTONA” script adds an appealing touch of colour.

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