Rolex Daytona

Rolex Daytona Watch History

The Rolex Daytona is a prestigious chronograph watch that was first introduced in 1963. It was named after the Daytona International Speedway in Florida, USA, and was designed to appeal to race car drivers and motorsports enthusiasts. The watch features a chronograph function, which allows the wearer to measure elapsed time, and is made of high-quality materials such as stainless steel or gold.

The Rolex Daytona gained popularity among celebrities and high-end watch collectors during the 1980s. In 1988, Rolex released the "Zenith Daytona", which featured an automatic chronograph movement made by Zenith instead of manual winding, which helped to boost its appeal.

Today, the Daytona remains one of Rolex's most iconic and sought-after models. Due to its limited production and high demand, it is a highly desirable collectable item.

Daytona Pre-Owned Watches

Our Daytona pre-owned watches are presented on a bracelet, leather, or rubber strap, powered by an automatic movement. Designed with precision, each of our pre-owned Daytona watches has its own unique specifications and is excellently handcrafted with traditional heritage in mind. Along with history, there is a lot of value in owning a pre-owned Rolex Daytona watch. Rolex watches are built to last making them the perfect collector’s item.

Choosing a Ramsdens Daytona Pre-Owned Watch

Ramsdens offers high-quality service when you purchase a premium pre-owned Rolex Daytona watch. Our professional team thoroughly inspects each timepiece and checks its authenticity before we sell them, so you know your watch is genuine. Each pre-owned Daytona watch will state if it is packaged in a gift box and if it has the original papers included. Purchase a Rolex Daytona watch from Ramsdens Jewellery with free UK delivery on your order, plus a 14-days returns policy for total peace of mind.

Rolex Daytona Watch Aftercare

Once you've found the perfect Rolex Daytona watch, taking excellent care to ensure its condition doesn’t fade is a must. We offer easy to follow advice in our watch care and cleaning guide.

Looking for more? From watch sizes to how to measure your wrist, view our watch size guide for more information. Browse our range of Men's Rolex watches and Women's Rolex watches.

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