Rolex Daytona Yellow Gold 116528 - 2003
Rolex Daytona Yellow Gold 116528 - 2003
Cologne Watch Düsseldorf
Schadowstraße 11
40212 Düsseldorf
Germany
Cologne Watch Köln
Benesisstraße 24-32
50672 Köln
Germany
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Mon–Fri: 10:00–19:00
Sat: 10:00–18:00
Sun: Closed
*Excluding public holidays
Mon–Fri: 10:00–19:00
Sat: 10:00–18:00
Sun: Closed
*Excluding public holidays
All information at a glance
Features
Availability
Identification
Condition & Scope of Delivery
- Original Papers
- Original Box
Case & Dial
Movement & Bracelet
Special Features
- Small Seconds
- Screw-Down Crown
- Screw-Down Pushers
- Chronograph
- Folding Clasp
Description
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona (Ref. 116528) – The Golden Era of Caliber 4130
The Rolex Daytona 116528 from 2008 is a statement in solid 18 karat Yellow Gold. This reference belongs to the first generation of the Daytona powered by Rolex’s first in-house chronograph movement. It embodies the perfect transition between classic aesthetics and Rolex’s modern manufacturing expertise.
The Heart: In-House Caliber 4130
By 2008, the Caliber 4130 was already perfectly established. It replaced the previously used Zenith-based movement and brought decisive advantages:
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Vertical Clutch: This technology allows precise starting and stopping of the chronograph seconds hand without any jerking.
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72 Hours Power Reserve: Thanks to a larger mainspring and efficient space-saving in the movement, the watch can run for three full days without winding.
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Service Friendliness: The movement was designed with significantly fewer components than conventional chronographs, greatly increasing reliability and ease of servicing.
Excellence in Yellow Gold
From the 40 mm case to the screw-down pushers and the tachymeter bezel, every external component is made of solid Yellow Gold. The gold is alloyed in Rolex’s in-house foundry to guarantee the highest color stability and shine. The tachymeter scale on the bezel allows measuring speeds up to 400 units per hour and emphasizes the watch’s roots in motorsport.
Dial and Bracelet
In 2008, the 116528 was available with a variety of iconic dials – from the classic "Champagne" to Black with gold subdials, up to the coveted “Paul Newman” style (often referred to as the Panda variant). The solid Oyster bracelet in Yellow Gold provides an impressive weight on the wrist and is equipped with the Oysterlock safety folding clasp including the Easylink extension, significantly enhancing everyday comfort.
Mechanics and Precision
As a certified Superlative Chronometer, the reference 116528 offers timekeeping accuracy far beyond COSC requirements. The blue Parachrom hairspring also ensures high resistance to magnetic fields and temperature fluctuations. It is a watch that combines technical perfection with the unmistakable prestige of a golden Daytona.
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