All About Rolex Daytona 116509- World's Hottest Watch!

The Rolex 116509 Daytona is voted Rolex’s hottest watch, and we are not surprised! Apart from being Rolex’s most coveted creation, it is also the brand’s most widespread sports watch compilation, available in multiple materials like platinum, gold, two-tone, and steel. As you know, Rolex doesn’t make Daytona (the most desirable) in one type; therefore, the cherished collection comes in 3 significant shades. But today, we will be talking about the White Gold version.

The Ref.116509 is currently the only Rolex Daytona available in 18ct white gold, and of course, the watch enthusiasts have bestowed a lot of love to this ultra-luxurious timepiece. Modernism coupled with the right amount of style is what Rolex strives to input in all the watches. This is why the timepieces enjoy high demand and high value in the market. This makes it an excellent option to invest in. Also, with the steady evolution of the pre-owned watch market, you can even sell your Rolex watches to get premium value.

Talking about the ‘Star watch’: The Rolex Daytona 116509 comes with a white gold Oyster bracelet with numerous dial options, each of which is equally captivating. A low-key thanks to the gorgeous white metal construction that looks exceedingly luxurious in 18ct white gold. Very few watches have attracted much traction, so we want to discuss it in detail!

Let’s start by discussing the Daytona 116509 Family Tree

• 1963: Launch of the Cosmograph Chronograph
• 1964: Rolex changes the name to ‘Cosmograph Daytona Chronograph’
• 1988: The New Automatic Daytona Collection replaces the Manual-Winding Daytona
• 1997: Rolex launches the first White Gold Daytona Ref.16519 with a leather strap
• 2000: Rolex replaces the Daytona16519 with the Ref.116519
• 2004: Launch of the first white gold Daytona with a white gold Oyster bracelet, Ref.116509
• 2016: Daytona Ref.116509 comes with a new sunburst blue dial
• 2021: Daytona Ref.116509 comes with a new meteorite dial with black sub-dials

Quite a long-staying chronograph, isn’t it? So, why not pay it a tribute by discussing a few words about the Daytona Craze!

The ‘Daytona’

If there’s any Rolex that got the luxury watch brand’s name rolling, it’s The Daytona. Launched in 1963, the Daytona was a complicated watch and was not too popular during launch. Yes, we were equally shocked! So, the production was low. But things changed when famous race driver Paul Newman strapped the watch on his wrist, making the Daytona look cool and desirable. Coming to the present date, Daytona is highly wanted, and people are ready to spend tens of thousands on it. Similar is the demand in the pre-owned market. Therefore, consider yourself lucky if you own one. You can always sell your Rolex Daytona to get a high value in the pre-owned market.

Do you know that the ‘Paul Newman’ Daytona watches are amongst the most collectable Rolex Daytona watches on the PLANET!

The White Gold Daytona Ref.116509

The inner watch connoisseur in you can easily recognise the 18ct white gold that lavishly paints the outer silvery hue of the Daytona 116509. Rolex uses the most precious and finest materials to design its watches, and the Daytona Ref.116509 is undoubtedly no different.

BEZEL

Let’s start with the polished bezel that captivates the onlooker at once. The entire bezel is crafted meticulously with an impeccable 18ct white gold. The watch reflects masculine power and looks bold and powerful on the wearer's wrist. Daytona has created very few white gold pieces, making Ref.116509 even more unique! On top of it, the tachymetric scale secures the scratch-resistant sapphire crystal that further shields the dial.

DIAL

Back in 2016 at the Basel World, when Rolex launched the sunburst blue dial variation, the collectors were taken aback by the neat blue hue, seamlessly blended to the white gold polish of the case and the bracelet. In 2021, Rolex introduced a new version, this time with black sub-dials and baton markers. The latest impressive ‘Meteorite’ dial instantly caught the attention of all for its magnificent finishing.

CASE

The aesthetic of the Rolex Daytona collection has remained consistent over the years. In Ref.116509, Rolex has yet again given a glimpse of its style grade by crafting a 40mm Oyster case with a screw-done crown and screw-down pushers at 2 and 4 o’clock. The 3-link Oyster bracelet, considerably heavier than stainless steel, further enhances the athletic look.

BRACELET

The Ref.116509 comes with an Oyster bracelet that fits perfectly on the wrist. Additionally, the Easylink system allows the wearer to extend the bracelet to 5mm, making it even more comfortable to wear.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Movement: Calibre 4130, Automatic
• Case Material: White Gold
• Case Diameter: 40mm
• Crystal: Sapphire Crystal
• Water Resistance: 100 meters
• Dials: Arabic Numerals
• Bracelet: 18ct White Gold Oyster Bracelet

CONCLUSION

The Rolex Daytona 116509 is one of the top coveted models with incredible cult status for its stunning characteristics. Everything oozes luxury, from the smooth silhouette of high-quality metal or the chronograph’s legendary design to the supreme functionality within. The Daytona range represents exclusivity, and Rolex knows it! That is why the luxury brand creates such ultra-precious models outfitted with gemstones or valuable metals (18ct white gold for Ref.116509).

There’s such high demand for the Daytona models amongst the watch enthusiasts that they will pay a significant amount to own one. This is another solid reason the watches enjoy such a great deal of attention in the pre-owned market.

Rolex Daytona watches are valuable investment assets. If you ever look at the secondary market, you can better understand how the timepieces boast an exceptional resale value. And, here we are talking about one of the most desirable models, Daytona Ref.116509. In any case, if you intend to sell your Rolex, rest assured to fetch higher prices!

Also Read: The History of Rolex Cosmograph Daytona