Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116508 'John Mayer'

The Drive, The Race and The Adrenaline.

I think the Cosmograph Daytona has to be one of the most, if not prominent wrist-watches over the last century with its involvement in racing and equestrian endeavours. The mutual idea of an ultimate one-watch collection from Rolex is somewhat closely associated with the Submariner, Daytona or Day-Date. Nowadays the attainability even draws more attention and desirability of this infamous series.

The Daytona family has numerous collectible references and features ie. dial variations, bezel variations and even tropical and creamy patina accumulated over-time in the older series, where as the widely-known Paul Newman Daytona has certainly acclaimed its spot with the classic and iconic contrast in the dial.

The reference 116508 inherits both great attributes of the four digit and five digit Daytona, incorporating a striking full gold composition with a radiant green dial. At 40mm case, it sits perfectly on any wrist or jacket and reveals itself among the crowd through a fully decked out setting and stands proud on its own with any outfit.

I could imagine this being a perfect complement to a fascinating race, summer days and sporting tournaments in a 911 Porsche Carrera or 458 Ferrari. The balance between utility, beauty and presence is strong on this one.