Rolex Daytona 116519

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116519 Pink MOP Dial 18k WG

Released in 2000 as a brand new generation of Daytona, the ref. 116520 and all of its other sibling variants like this ref. 116519, featured much of the same unchanged design that the previous generation “Zenith” Daytona had, except for several relatively minor details. To begin with, the dial layout had changed slightly, so the running seconds subdial went from 9 o'clock to 6' clock, and the subdials were no longer in line with the center of the dial. Instead, they moved up slightly above the middle of the dial (running from 9 to 3 o'clock). Additionally, Rolex gave the new Daytona broader indices to accommodate more lume, longer lugs, and a mirror finish on the case flanks to differentiate the latest generation even further. But, without doubt, the latest generation’s most significant upgrade was Rolex’s new (at the time) in-house automatic cal. 4130 chronograph movement. Designed to be ruthlessly efficient, it has just 201 parts - a 20% decrease on the previous movement, the cal. 4030, making for an even more reliable movement requiring even less servicing. Additionally, with more space free to accommodate a larger mainspring, Rolex increased the cal. 4030's power reserve from 50 to 72 hours in the cal. 4130. All in all, even for a 20+ year old movement, the cal. 4130 is an incredible movement even by today’s standards and fitting for the Daytona’s legendary legacy. Brand : Rolex Dimensions : 40mm Model : Daytona Movement : Automatic cal. 4130 Reference : 116519 Bracelet : Leather strap Year : Circa 2000 Condition : Excellent Material : 18kt white gold Included : Watch and service Guarantee Card Dated 2022 Dial Color : Pink (Mother of pearl) THE DIAL Featuring a beautiful pink Mother of Pearl dial, this Daytona's subtle veining wains from rich pin to off-white that combine to create a soft shade of pink. THE AESTHETIC With its 18k white gold case, bright pink strap, and matching pink mother of pearl dial, this Daytona's aesthetic is completely unique and that of pure luxury. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.