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Last time, I wrote a column focusing on clasp cords, but this time I would like to introduce you to the bracelet of Rolex's Daytona.
Although bracelets are consumable items, the ones that come with them vary depending on the era. The specifications also vary slightly depending on the era, so we hope you will find this information useful.
In addition, we have linked the models equipped with this system to our store's [CVWD = Commit Vintage Watch Dictionary ]. This site was established with the desire to convey the charm and historical background of vintage Rolexes, so if you haven't seen it yet, we hope you will take this opportunity to learn about [ CVWD ].
[Rivet Bracelet] 7205 FF:71
This is a bracelet that came with a manual-wound Daytona made in the 1960s. It features rivets on the sides like those used on denim. It is a non-extension type, but there is also an early 6635 model that uses the extension type.
"Equipped model" Pre-Daytona
Ref.6238 Smooth Bezel 1960s
[Wrapped bracelet] 7835 FF: 271, 371
This bracelet was attached to the hand-wound Daytona manufactured in the late 1960s to mid-1970s. It is made by rolling and rolling a stainless steel plate. The Flash Fit 271 is a separate type, while the Flash Fit 371 is an integrated type.
"Equipped models" First, second and third generation hand-wound Daytona
Ref.6239 Stainless steel bezel 1963-1970
Ref.6241 Plastic bezel 1967-1970
Ref.6262 Stainless steel bezel 1970-1971
Ref.6264 Plastic bezel 1970-1971
Ref.6240 Plastic Bezel 1965-Late 1960s
Ref.6265 Stainless steel bezel 1971-1988
Ref.6263 Plastic bezel 1969-1988
[Hard Breath] 78350 FF: 571
This is the first bracelet made of solid gold, and was fitted to Daytonas manufactured from the late 1970s to 1988. The separate Flash Fit 571 has been redesigned and used.
"Equipped with" third generation hand-wound Daytona
Ref.6265 Stainless steel bezel 1971-1988
Ref.6263 Plastic bezel circa 1969-circa 1988
[Coiled bracelet] 7835 FF: 71N
This is a winding bracelet manufactured around 1967-1968, and is attached to the hand-wound "Daytona" with an exotic dial called Paul Newman, and is commonly known as the Paul bracelet. It was only in circulation for a short period of time, and is a very rare bracelet.
[Breath] 78360 FF: 503
This is a flash-fit, separate single bracelet that was fitted to the Daytona made between 1988 and 1993. It has an easy-to-use satin finish.
"Equipped model" Daytona El Primero
Reference 16520 1988-2000
[Bracelet][Bracelet] 78390A FF: 803B
This bracelet was fitted to Daytonas manufactured between 1999 and 2000, and is a double lock bracelet with an integrated flash fit. When the bracelet is removed, 803B is engraved on the inside of the flash fit. In fact, the bracelets that combine 78390A and FF:803B have different sizes of crown marks on the buckle. Bracelets from 1999 to the mid-2000s have big crowns, while bracelets from the mid-2000s onwards have small crowns. If you're after a P number, this might be worth checking out.
"Equipped model" Daytona El Primero
Reference 16520 1988-2000
[Breath] 78490
This is a double-lock bracelet with a round hole clasp and no decoration inside the buckle, manufactured between 2000 and 2008. It is available with a popular ivory (cream) dial.
"Installed model" Daytona
Reference 116520 2000-2016
[Bracelet] 78590 (matte/mirror finish)
There are two types of double lock bracelets, one with a satin finish on the clasp (middle plate) that was produced from 2008 to mid-2015, and the other with a polished finish on the clasp (middle plate) that was produced from mid-2015 to the present. Both links are center polished.
Oyster bracelets manufactured between 2000 and 2011 have one link adjustment at 6 o'clock, while those manufactured from 2011 to the present have two links adjustment.
Flash Fit has also undergone a minor change; Flash Fits manufactured between 2000 and 2012 had a three-piece structure, while Flash Fits manufactured from 2012 to the present have a one-piece structure.
Finally, the length of the middle plate of the buckle from 2008 to 2012 is different from that of the buckle from 2012 to the present. The former has a shorter middle plate, while the latter has a longer middle plate.
"Installed model" Daytona
Reference 116520 2000-2016
Ref.116500LN 2016～
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Although it is an extremely minor detail, with vintage Rolex watches, small details like this can affect the evaluation.
We will be introducing other major popular sports models in the future, so please look forward to it.
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