Daytona "Zenith"

Rolex | Ref. 16520

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The first of its kind!

An iconic chronograph from modern Rolex history – the Daytona 16520 with the legendary Zenith automatic movement is one of the most sought-after references from the house. It marks the transition into the era of automatic Daytona models and has a permanent place in the collector's world today.

Our offered example is an A-series from the year 2000 and is thus one of the last Zenith Daytonas delivered with a Luminova dial.

The totalizers have taken on a slight brown tint.

The dial and hands are in excellent condition.

The 40 mm stainless steel case is in a very beautiful, honest vintage condition – with only slight, naturally occurring signs of wear that emphasize the character and originality. The Oyster clasp also bears the correct code "AB1".

Inside, the proven Rolex Calibre 4030 is at work, based on the famous Zenith El Primero – modified and refined by Rolex to meet the brand's high quality standards.

The Daytona is offered with box and papers and was sold in Santiago de Chile.

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Daytona "Zenith"

Specifications

Serial number
A-Series
Year
approx. 2000
Case
Steel
Strap
Steel
Crystal
Sapphire crystal
Diameter
40 mm
Dial
Black
Orig. papers
Yes
Orig. box
Yes
Caliber
4030, Automatic
Warranty
1 year
Condition
Very good

Multiple checks performed, freshly serviced, fully functional. Guaranteed.

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