Though much younger than many of its heavy-hitting horological cousins, Rolex has been at the fore of contemporary watch design virtually since its inception in 1905 by founder Hans Wilsdorf. The Daytona, in all its various guises, has long been a favorite of collectors the world over, and it's easy to see why in the case of this contemporary piece! This particular watch, a Reference 116519, dates to circa 2005-2006 and features a 40mm 18k white gold Oyster case, a sapphire crystal, a very striking and mesmerizing meteorite dial with applied white gold indices and a matching exotic handset, and an excellent black alligator leather strap with a matching white gold Fliplock clasp.įurthermore, this piece remains in absolutely outstanding, nearly-new condition throughout and comes with its box & papers. And while current automatic versions admittedly don't do as much for us as a nice hand-cranking example, a Daytona is a Daytona, and that’s just fine with us.īut this is no run of the mill modern Daytona. Why? Rolex's brilliant motorsports chronograph is in pole position in any category, vintage or modern. The classic tuxedo watch became the perfect canvas for presenting the meteorite in a non-ostentatious way.We all know the Daytona story - that of a model that has proven to be an all-time favorite amongst collectors. Rolex also incorporated the extraordinary mineral in the dressy Cellini Moonphase. The visually appealing trio of Daytonas comes with a choice of a reliable Oyster bracelet for the yellow and Everose gold version, and a sportier Oysterflex band for the white gold version. The 18k white gold version also marks the first time that Rolex pairs the meteorite dial with their patented Cerachrom bezel. Technically speaking, these new releases are the same Daytonas you have known for decades, but what gives them away is the intricate meteorite dial that makes the blackened chronograph sub-dials pop. Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Meteorite Dial Watches Available in Everose gold, white gold, and yellow-gold configurations, these watches join the Day-Date 40 and the GMT-Master II in the ever-evolving Rolex Meteorite family.
Meteorite daytona series#
In 2021, Rolex introduced a new series of Daytonas that feature stunning meteorite dials. Evoking a utilitarian vibe, the meteorite dial is darker than usual and acid-etched to reveal the “Widmanstätten” patterns reminiscent of the Moon’s surface.įor optimum legibility, Omega placed Super-Luminova coating to the hands and indices, while the brand’s proprietary 18K Sedna™ gold alloy provides warm luster on the hands, tachymeter scale, and hour marker surrounds. Launched under the “Dark Side of the Moon” line, the Omega Speedmaster Grey Side of the Moon Meteorite captures the spirit of its predecessors with its grey ceramic construction. Omega Speedmaster Grey Side of the Moon Meteorite Ref. No other watch has been more associated with space exploration than the Speedy, so the addition of a Gibeon meteorite on its dial is very fitting. We begin the list with Omega’s most famous invention – the Speedmaster.
Omega Speedmaster Grey Side of the Moon Meteorite
Omega Speedmaster Grey Side of the Moon Meteorite and Rolex GMT-Master Here are 5 of our favorite watches with meteorite dials:
Coming straight from the heavens, this rock that dates back millennia is well-loved for its mystifying effect, mesmerizing looks, and the serendipitous way it is harvested. Taken directly from nature, these materials possess unique qualities, meaning that no two watches will be exactly alike.Īmong the materials popular for use in watch dials are meteorites. In the era of mass production, they provide an air of exclusivity. Many watchmakers continue to explore this practice to showcase their artistic craftsmanship, and to add a unique flair to their watch designs. The use of natural materials in watch dials – such as wood, mother of pearl, and stones – has been quite common.
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