While the meteoric rise in demand and value for discontinued Rolex sports models continues to flourish, the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ref. 116520 is certainly one that has enjoyed the ride and still going. Introduced in 2000, the ref. 116520 was the firm’s first Cosmograph Daytona to utilize the manufacturer’s very first self-winding chronograph cal. 4130. Offered with two variations in stainless steel, a black dial and a white dial, the timeless appeal for the discontinued reference is simply perfection. Throughout its course of production from 2000 to 2016, some elements were refined by Rolex with some examples fitted with a white dial turning cream.

The present example is a rare variant within the 116520 family, and is nicknamed the "APH Daytona" due to its dial configuration. Produced from 2011 to 2014 approximately, this version displays a gap between the "R" and "APH" in "Cosmograph" on the dial. The present example featuring the rare trait is offered in excellent overall condition with a very well-preserved dial and is further complete with its full set of accessories. With a growing demand for these rare examples, this is the perfect opportunity for lovers of the Daytona to acquire one.