Description
16 years after the debut of the Daytona ref. 116523, Rolex replaced it with the new Daytona ref. 116503. The new two-tone Daytona is almost identical in appearance to the previous one except for a redesigned bezel. The bezel now includes fatter fonts and triangular markings instead of circular ones. The updated bezel also features a slightly different orientation of the Tachymeter scale with the numerals circling in a curve around the bezel instead of positioned perpendicular with the hour markers as seen on reference 116523. Additionally, the hash marks between the 60 to 100 graduations are now underlined by a bold black line, whereas the bezel on ref. 116523 embraces more of a minimalist design with smaller numerals and markers.
Another detail to highlight is the rehaut engraved with ROLEX ROLEX ROLEX, which was introduced in the mid-2000s as an anti-counterfeit measure. Therefore, depending on the specific year of the Daytona ref. 116523, it can come with either a smooth or engraved rehaut. On the other hand, all Daytona ref. 116503 watches come with the rehaut engraving.
Both editions of the two-tone Daytona feature Rolex’s 40mm Oyster case, complete with a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and a Triplock screw-down crown with three sealed zones and water resistance up to 100 meters/330 feet. The three-piece link Oyster bracelet is the only option available to the collection and is characterized by solid flat links and a folding Oysterlock clasp. Both watches also feature the 5mm Easylink comfort extension system for quick tool-free adjustment and a bright red Daytona logo curved around the sub-dial above 6 o’clock.
The newer Daytona ref. 116503 includes the same in-house Caliber 4130 self-winding movement with a 72-hour power reserve, just like the preceding Daytona ref. 116523.
Today’s example is a pre-owned item in excellent condition from 2021, complete with box and papers.
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