Rolex Daytona 116518

Description

• Classic Rolex Luxury

A perfect blend of traditional elegance and mechanical performance, this Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116518 in yellow gold on leather captures the most refined spirit of Rolex’s legendary chronograph line.

From 2002, this reference retains the classic proportions of a 40 mm Oyster case in 18k yellow gold, featuring a harmonious mix of polished and satin finishes, and enhanced by the signature screw-down pushers characteristic of the Daytona. The glossy black dial with gold-tone subdials delivers striking contrast and excellent legibility, further accentuated by gold hands and hour markers with luminous treatment.

At its heart beats the in-house Rolex calibre 4130, a self-winding column-wheel chronograph movement lauded for its robustness, chronometric precision, and streamlined construction with only 201 components, ensuring optimal reliability and efficient winding.

Fitted with a black alligator leather strap and secured by an 18k yellow gold folding clasp, this Daytona offers a more formal and refined alternative to its Oyster or rubber-bracelet counterparts. A true connoisseur’s choice, combining timeless elegance with technical sophistication.

Offered in very good condition, this 116518 comes with its original luxurious Rolex wooden box, outer box, manuals, and period-correct red hang tag. A rare piece on today’s market, standing at the intersection of haute horlogerie and classic Rolex style.