ROLEX COSMOGRAPH DAYTONA 16520 STEEL COLOR CHANGE

This vintage Rolex Daytona has quite a list of attractive qualities:

Condition is as new and the watch has its box and original certificate "papers". The original case back sticker is intact and in perfect condition

Color change black dial; where the original white subdial chapter rings are turning brown in color. This dial shows a light browning which will darken over time

Zenith El Primero based chronograph caliber which Rolex modified/refined. Rolex took the best chronograph movement made and made it even better

The movement is a C.O.S.C. Certified Chronometer which means it keeps time within a very narrowly defined range; a fancy way for saying that it keeps very accurate time regardless of the watch's position or climate exposures

Water resistant to 100 meters

The case is stainless steel and is 40mm diameter by 13mm thick and features the characteristic screw down Trip Lock crown and chronograph pushers. The bezel is engraved with a "Units per Hour" scale that ranges from '60' to '400'. Crystal is sapphire. Serial number is U699XXX which dates production to 1997.

Movement is the aforementioned Rolex Caliber 4030 which is a Rolex modified Zenith El Primero base caliber. If one ever needed proof that Rolex is a perfectionist, they need look no further than Rolex's selection of and modifications to the El Primero. The Zenith El Primero was, and is, recognized as being the best large series production chronograph caliber ever made. Rolex used the El Primero in their Daytona watches, but not before doing extensive upgrades and refinements.

Dial is black with the color change sub dial chapter rings (also known as Patrizzi dial) and "Daytona" in red arcing over the lower subdial. The subdials display: 30 minute chronograph totalizer, 12 hour chronograph totalizer, and constant seconds. The dial and hands are completely original and untouched and in perfect condition.

Bracelet is the great looking Rolex Oyster reference 78390 with 12 links and flip-lock clasp.

This is a special watch and will be delivered with its original box and papers.

If you have any questions about this watch, please call us at 1.818.707.7007.

-- Rob Spayne

Watch Specifics:

Manufacturer	Rolex
Model Name	Daytona
Model / Ref #	16520
Condition	As new
Gender	Mens
Category	Modern
Movement	Automatic
Case	Stainless steel
Case Dimensions	40 mm in diameter x 13 mm thick
Crystal	Sapphire
Band	Rolex Oyster reference 78390 with 12 links and flip-lock clasp.
Dial	Black
Bezel
Functions	Chronograph
Additional Information	This is a special watch and will be delivered with its original box and papers.
Current Retail Price
Starting Bid Price	USD $15,900 -- BUY IT NOW !! OR MAKE US AN OFFER !!

ABOUT THE SELLER

Robert Maron is internationally recognized as a leading expert in the field of High Grade, Important Vintage and Collectible wristwatches. With years of experience as a worldwide watch trader, professional, financial and personal references can be provided from almost anywhere in the world. Complete collections bought and sold, discretion assured. Member IWJG and NAWCC. Lifetime warranty of 100% originality and authenticity on every sale.

Call 1.818.707.7007 for questions, click HERE for further information, or email us at sales@maron.com

SHIPPING & PAYMENT INFORMATION

Buyer pays for shipping $50 domestic shipping by expedited FedEx Priority Overnight delivery with insurance and estimated $150 for international shipment by expedited FedEx Priority with insurance (exact amount depends on value of watch) Winning bidder needs to contact us within 48 hours of notification Payment must be received within 5 days of auction end. Please contact us for payment details Paypal gladly accepted for purchases up to $3,000.00. Contact us for further details California residents: we will add 9.25% sales tax. Other locations - you are responsible for your own duties and/or taxes.

GUARANTEE

Returns accepted within 3 days if item is not as represented; buyer has to pay for return shipping costs and insurance. Item must be returned in same condition as received, including all material such as shipping box and manual We will refund your money within 24 hours after we receive the watch (subject to the watch being in the identical condition when sold, including all enclosures)