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Kaneko from Commit Ginza will introduce some recommended watches!
Today we have a rare early dial for the Ref. 16520!!
Rolex Daytona El Primero 225 Taki 4 Line All Tritium
Ref.16520 Serial.L3 (manufactured around 1989)
Cal.4030 78360/FF503 Clasp Code N9
Accessories: Box, international service warranty (stamped October 2018 )
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El Primero-equipped Daytona "Ref. 16520"
16520 is 200 Taki, 225 Taki, Porcelain, Step/Floating,
This is a popular model with a variety of unique features that will appeal to enthusiasts, including 4 lines, inverted 6 dials, Patrizio, Brown Eye, A number, and P number.
The model we are introducing this time is the earliest Ref. 16520, which has some attractive features.
First, let's look at some of the unique features of the early model!
○MK2 bezel "225 Taki" bezel
Pay attention to the mark between "200" and "300".
The scale on the MK3 bezel and later will only be "240",
The MK2 bezel has two markings, "225" and "250".
This is a very rare early bezel commonly known as "225 Taki".
○MK2 dial “4 lines”
The 5-line English notation has disappeared from "OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED"
The initial dial had four lines of text.
Like the MK1 dial, this is a rare dial that is very rarely seen.
Personally, I love the cool letter "E" in the ROLEX logo!
○ "Reverse 6" dial
This is an early dial produced up to the S series, and is called the "reverse 6" or "inverted 6" because the number "6" on the 12-hour counter at the 6 o'clock position is inverted to look like a "9".
Due to this characteristic up to the S series, the MK1 dial/floating and MK2 dial/4 line will always be “inverted 6”.
○Single buckle
The single buckle is also an essential feature of this early model.
The clasp code on this particular unit is "N9", which matches the year perfectly!
I get the impression that a surprising number of them are replaced in later years.
○Kamaboko case
The kamaboko case is also a feature of the early models!
Can you see that the early models have a thick case?
The kamaboko case gives off a very rugged impression which is very appealing.
The condition is good with some small scratches from use,
It is in good overall condition and makes a very good impression.
The middle case has thick, sturdy lugs.
The bezel and case are not overly finished!!
The bracelet is slightly wrinkled, but is in very good condition.
This is a rare original bracelet.
The luminous material is all tritium.
Early tritium hands that have not been replaced are quite rare!
The dial has some small scratches that can be seen with a magnifying glass,
It is maintained in good condition.
Overall, the originality of the faces is very appealing!
Accessories include box, international service warranty (2001, 2018),
Green tag (no serial number), chronometer tag, booklet,
Available in calendar (89-90) and later single bracelets (503, 78360)!
Remove the rare original bracelet,
You can also have fun by adding interchangeable bracelets!!
By the way, the outer box comes with a reflector sticker and a white circle sticker!!
This box is also rare!
Wrist shot!!
The combination of the instantly recognizable 4-line dial and the subtle 225mm bezel makes this an exceptionally cool piece!
The early model of the MK2 bezel x MK2 dial "Ref.16520"
It's really tempting to have an early model with such wonderful rare features.
While the availability of normal single tritium units is also decreasing,
Even if you search, it's hard to find the earliest specimens!
Customers looking for a rare El Primero-equipped Daytona,
Please consider this.
