Daytona 116519

40mm, Yellow/mother-of-pearl, Strap

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Rolex

Rolex

116519, ‘Daytona Beach’

The Cosmograph Daytona is a representative collection of Rolex developed in 1963 for racing drivers and motorsports enthusiasts. The name comes from 'Daytona Beach' in Florida, USA, Which was the center of automobile racing in the early 20th century and where many speed records were set. In 1962, Rolex became the official timekeeper of Daytona International Speedway, Deepening the brand's relationship with this special racing track, And the Rolex Daytona was officially launched the following year in 1963. This model is one of the 'Daytona Beach' series. It is a special collection in the early 2000s when Rolex experimented with bold colors and materials beyond traditional designs. It features four color dials - yellow mother-of-pearl, Pink mother-of-pearl, Green chrysoprase, And turquoise - and a lizard leather strap in the same color. Each watch comes with a strap that perfectly matches the color dial, As well as a box and certificate wallet in the same color, Boasting high rarity and symbolism among collectors. The 18K white gold 40mm case and white gold bezel with engraved tachymeter scale and three chronograph subdials are in harmony. The yellow mother-of-pearl dial stands out with the natural material’s subtle luster and unique color, And is applied with polished Roman indexes and black lacquered hands. Both the dial and the strap are in a vivid yellow color, Creating a bright and unique atmosphere on the wrist. The lizard leather strap naturally changes color over time, Adding an even more charming vintage feel. The movement is Rolex's in-house automatic chronograph caliber 4130. Compared to the existing Zenith-based 4030, The number of parts has been reduced by approximately 60%, And the power reserve has been increased from 54 hours to 72 hours. The column wheel and vertical clutch structure ensure smooth chronograph operation and excellent durability. It also has a 100m water resistance, Sapphire crystal glass, And Triplock screw-down crown for durability. The yellow lizard strap perfectly matches the color dial, And the white gold folding clasp satisfies both comfort and durability. It is also equipped with practical functions such as a chronograph, Small seconds, And 30-minute/12-hour counter. 116519 'Daytona Beach' is a collection in which Rolex goes beyond traditional designs and experiments with rare stone/mother-of-pearl dials and colored straps. It is a model recommended to those who want to experience the intense colors and materials, As well as the legendary heritage and practical specifications of Daytona.