Ref. 116588 TBR(-003) has a bezel set with 36 trapeze-cut diamonds while the dial is diamond pave with this interesting structure of yellow gold. Our friends from Revolution magazine dubbed this one the Eye of the Tiger, as the dial should (or could?) remind us somewhat of a tiger. Let’s just hope it isn’t a panther. As you can see, the Arabic numerals ’15’, ’30’ and ’45’ are also made of yellow gold. The other hour markers, except the Rolex crown logo at 12 o’clock, are diamond-set as well.
The model comes in a 40mm diameter case made of 18K yellow gold. Unlike many watch brands, Rolex manufactures its own cases and is able to provide the highest quality products to its customers at all times thanks to the high-quality standards in its foundry. The bezel is decorated with baguette cut diamonds. Moreover, hundreds of diamonds are used in the dial. The gold dial has hand-embroidered designs as well as the golden Rolex emblem and 15, 30, 45 inscriptions. For the remaining indexes, again diamonds were used. Not all this glamour means that the watch will only be used with an elegant tuxedo or an evening dress as the model is water resistant to 100 meters. Therefore, Rolex Daytona 116588TBR can accompany you both on land and in water.
Rolex Daytona models are equipped with the automatic Caliber 4130, developed and manufactured in-house. The movement beats at 28800vph and offers a power reserve of 72 hours. The chronograph complication of the caliber that offers an accuracy of -/+2 seconds per day, is considered as one of the most refined examples of the watch industry.
The Rolex Daytona 116588TBR comes on a black rubber strap called Oysterflex, which offers maximum comfort and security with its patented design. The flexible titanium blades on the inside of the strap offer unparalleled comfort on the wrist. The folding clasp attached to the strap is made of 18K yellow gold just like the case and has an Easylink micro-adjustment link.