Rolex Daytona

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ref. 116503 (Steel/Yellow Gold, 2020)

The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona with reference 116503 from 2020 is one of the most sought-after luxury chronographs in the world. Since its introduction in 1963, the Daytona has been a living legend on and off the racetrack. In the exclusive bicolor version "Yellow Rolesor" – a perfect symbiosis of extremely robust Oystersteel and radiant 18 Karat Yellow Gold – it combines uncompromising motorsport DNA with opulent luxury. The reference 116503 perfectly captures the timeless look of the bicolor case with a modernly designed bezel, creating the perfect balance between sporty dynamism and elegant presence.

• Noble material play (Yellow Rolesor): The case and outer bracelet links are made of extremely durable, high-gloss polished Oystersteel (904L Steel). The bezel, the screw-down chronograph pushers, the winding crown, and the central elements of the bracelet are made of solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold.

• The iconic Yellow Gold tachymeter bezel: The defining visual feature is the solid gold bezel with engraved tachymeter scale. Unlike earlier generations, the numerals and markings on reference 116503 are designed with fine triangles and altered typography to appear more modern and dynamic, allowing precise measurement of average speeds up to 400 units per hour.

• Fascinating dial design: Whether in radiant champagne sunburst, deep Black, or radiant White – the chronograph subdials at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock are perfectly color-contrasted and harmonize with the applied indices made of 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The blue Chromalight luminescence guarantees excellent legibility at night.

• Scratch-resistant Sapphire Crystal: An extremely durable, flat Sapphire Crystal flawlessly protects the dial from external influences and provides a crystal-clear view of the chronograph’s legendary design.

• The legendary manufacture caliber 4130: Inside works the fully integrated, automatic chronograph movement Cal. 4130. Equipped with a column wheel mechanism, vertical clutch, and the antimagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring, this exceptional movement offers an outstanding power reserve of approximately 72 hours as well as top chronometer precision (-2/+2 seconds per day).

• Race-tested water resistance (100m / 10 ATM): Thanks to the screw-down Triplock winding crown and the also firmly screwed chronograph pushers, the case is hermetically sealed and offers full everyday suitability and protection against the elements.

• The sporty-elegant Oyster bracelet: The Daytona is worn on the three-row bicolor Oyster bracelet with polished Gold center links. The Oysterlock safety clasp is equipped with the ingenious Easylink system, which allows a quick bracelet extension of 5 mm.

• An absolute dream chronograph (vintage 2020): A specimen of Ref. 116503 from 2020 represents the coveted era of the caliber 4130. It is the ultimate statement for lovers of sporty bicolor design and is considered an extremely value-stable masterpiece in any collection.