descartes1
1936
I’ve been reading speculation that a new “non-Daytona” chronograph may actually be in the works
Do you think there is really a chance of this at Basel World? It would be a dream watch for me if it was done in an oyster case, monochromatic dial and manual wind like this original from 1965/66. 
I’ve been reading speculation that a new “non-Daytona” chronograph may actually be in the works
Do you think there is really a chance of this at Basel World? It would be a dream watch for me if it was done in an oyster case, monochromatic dial and manual wind like this original from 1965/66. ...
Rolex seems to have little interest
In looking backward. A shame, as they have one of the best back catalogs around.
It’s a personal favourite from the past.…
A design classic that deserves more praise.
Totally agree!
It’s pretty shocking, actually when you consider what Daytonas fetch and how much rarer of a piece this pre-Daytona chronograph is (estimated to be only 1,000-1,500 produced), not to mention its historical significance (father of the Daytona) and status a...
Well, I had one that I bought several years ago and I stupidly sold it to find something else but I couldn’t live without it so I recently bought another one.
Honestly it’s my favorite Rolex reference. Just so 60s cool.
you have to own one to understand this...
But I know that I’m in good company. Hope that you have a great weekend.
