Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.įind vintage Rolex watches, bracelets and more on 1stDibs. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.įive years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.īut the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.īut Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf.
Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable. Likewise, its sporty appearance gets further executed by the three-link Oyster bracelet, which is significantly heavier than the stainless steel equivalent. Additionally, this used Rolex will hold its value alongside the price of gold, making it a very attractive investment opportunity.While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. With the Daytona 116509 Meteorite watch, you get the standard 40mm Oyster case with the screw-down crown and screw-down pushers at 2 and 4 o’clock. Metallic meteorites come from asteroids that exploded millions of years ago.
All three feature a extraordinary dial made from metallic meteorite. The pairing of gold with leather presents the perfect opportunity to purchase a gold Daytona without the investment of an all-gold watch. Upon the occasion of the Watches & Wonders 2021 novelty presentation, Rolex has revealed three new Daytona watches in white gold, yellow gold and Everose gold. What gives this Rolex 116519 a more elevated design is the stunning 18kt white gold case, supple leather bracelet, and mesmerizing Meteorite dial. Rolexs Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona, pure chronograph quintessence, is now proposed in three prestigious variations. 116519, for example, was developed for formal attire, yet still maintains many design cues from the original Daytona racing watch in the form of a classic Tachymeter bezel calibrated to 400 units, a chronograph movement, and three registers on the dial. The Daytona collection is varied with editions that are both sporty and formal.
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This pre-owned Rolex watch is in overall excellent pre-owned condition with no significant or observable signs of wear.
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If not 100% satisfied, return watch in 3 days for a full refund. This pre-owned Rolex comes with Bob's Watches one year warranty Rolex black leather strap w/ 18k white gold deployant claspīob's presentation box, Certificate of Authenticity, and warranty card
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