Rolex Cosmograph Daytona reference 116520

This Rolex Cosmograph Daytona reference 116520 features a 40 mm stainless steel case, a white dial and three registers framed by silver-tone rings. Applied luminous hour markers and matching hands provide clear legibility, while red Daytona lettering adds a subtle accent above the small-seconds display.

Powered by Rolex’s automatic calibre 4130, the watch offers approximately 72 hours of power reserve and a chronograph capable of recording elapsed time up to 12 hours. The engraved steel tachymeter bezel allows average speed to be calculated over a measured distance, reflecting the Daytona’s connection to motor racing.

A sapphire crystal, screw-down crown and screw-down chronograph pushers complete the case. The stainless steel Oyster bracelet combines brushed outer links with polished centre links and secures with an Oysterlock safety clasp. Produced before the introduction of the ceramic-bezel steel Daytona, the 116520 retains the distinctive all-steel appearance of this generation.