Rolex Cosmograph Daytona

The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona reference 116520 is a modern legend – the model that bridged the vintage era of racing chronographs with the precision and reliability of contemporary Rolex engineering. Introduced in 2000, it marked the debut of Rolex’s first fully in-house chronograph movement, the calibre 4130, known for its robust 72-hour power reserve and simplified, highly efficient design. Crafted in Oystersteel with a polished steel tachymeter bezel, it became instantly recognisable for its balanced proportions and crisp white or black dial layouts. Produced until 2016, it was the last Daytona to feature a steel bezel before the transition to ceramic, cementing its place in history as the final expression of the classic steel-on-steel aesthetic. Collectors love it for its purity — a perfect blend of heritage, performance, and unmistakable Rolex DNA.