RolexDaytona

Offered by a private collector, this 2016 Rolex Daytona ref. 116508 is presented with its box, warranty card, sleeve, and booklets. The watch shows only minor signs of wear, and its condition is within the bounds of the vendor's ‘A’ grading. They also note it was serviced in November 2021 by Rolex Service Centre and a two-year service guarantee card is supplied.

The 40mm Oyster case and bracelet of this reference are crafted from 18K yellow gold, providing heft and wrist presence. A fixed bezel displays an engraved tachymeter scale as a nod to the model’s motorsport heritage. The dial is finished in a striking green tone with applied yellow gold indices and hands. The sub-registers are defined by gold chapter rings with red circles inboard providing a subtle splash of colour alongside the ‘DAYTONA’ script. Despite its luxurious specification, the watch has genuine utility with a screw-down crown and pushers offering 100m of waterproofness. 

Housed inside the case is Rolex’s long-running in-house calibre 4130. Capable of keeping accurate time to within -2/+2 sec a day, the movement is chronometer-certified and has an impressive 72-hour power reserve. 

The green dial Daytona has become something of a cult watch. Already produced in low quantities, its endorsement by musician John Mayer has piqued collectors’ interest and resulted in a rapid increase in values and desirability. 

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