Vintage
Champthekid's long-held Rolex Daytona ref. 116528 with a Mark 1 bezel offers a timely look at the evolution of collector appreciation for precious metal sports watches. His personal experience, spanning decades, provides valuable context for understanding current market trends and the enduring appeal of gold Rolex references. This piece explores the journey of a specific reference from its production era to its contemporary status.
Rolex Daytona Reference 116528
The reference 116528 represents Rolex's solid gold execution of the Daytona chronograph, distinguished by its white dial with 18k gold subdials. This configuration combines precious metal construction throughout the case and bracelet with contrasting dial elements. Production spanned from 2000 to 2016.
The 40mm case is constructed from 18k yellow gold and fitted with a fixed tachymeter bezel. A scratch-resistant sapphire crystal protects the dial. The automatic caliber 4130 movement provides 72 hours of power reserve and drives the chronograph complications: center sweep seconds, 30-minute totalizer at 3 o'clock, and 12-hour totalizer at 9 o'clock. Screw-down pushbuttons control the chronograph functions. Water resistance extends to 100 meters.
This reference appeals to collectors seeking a precious metal sports chronograph with functional complications. The 18k yellow gold Oysterlock bracelet complements the case material, creating a cohesive precious metal package. The white dial with gold subdials offers visual contrast within the gold construction.
It was always my favorite with the champagne subs and red accents and Chrono hand.
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