The present watch is the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona reference 116528, executed in 18 ct yellow gold with a luminous mother\u2011of\u2011pearl dial set with diamond hour markers.<\/p>\n
A 40 mm Oyster case in solid 18 ct yellow gold is employed, featuring a fixed tachymetric bezel for timing average speeds and screw\u2011down pushers paired with a Triplock screw\u2011down crown to ensure robust water resistance. The natural MOP dial presents iridescent depth unique to each piece, while factory\u2011set diamond indexes elevate legibility and luxury. Three recessed sub\u2011registers provide running seconds, 30\u2011minute, and 12\u2011hour chronograph totalizers.<\/p>\n
Power is supplied by the Rolex manufacture caliber 4130, a self\u2011winding, column\u2011wheel chronograph movement renowned for its reliability and efficiency. Parachrom hairspring technology (blue alloy) and vertical clutch architecture enable precise timing, smooth start\/stop, and the option to run the chronograph seconds continuously without undue wear. A power reserve of approximately 72 hours is provided in later iterations; earlier examples deliver around 72\/50 hours depending on production period.<\/p>\n
An integrated 18 ct yellow\u2011gold Oyster bracelet with solid links and Oysterlock safety clasp completes the watch, delivering comfort, security, and visual continuity with the case. Altogether, reference 116528 combines the Daytona\u2019s motorsport pedigree with high jewelry refinement\u2014its MOP dial and diamond indexes making each example inherently unique while preserving the model\u2019s professional chronograph functionality.<\/p>\n
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Rolex – bio Founded in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis in London, initially as Wilsdorf & Davis Ltd. Renamed Rolex by 1908 and moved its base of operations to Geneva, Switzerland in 1919.\u00a0 <\/span>Their success is due to their innovation namely the legendary \u201cOyster\u201d case – first water resistant watch and their extremely reliable movements.
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\nThe most famous models are Datejust, Day-Date, Daytona, Explorer, GMT-Master, Submariner and many more.
\nThe company is owned by the Hans Wilsdorf Foundation, a family private trust.
\nOne story, never confirmed by Wilsdorf, recounts that the name came from the French words “horlogerie exquise”, meaning \u201cexquisite clockwork\u201d.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\n