{"product_id":"2004-rolex-daytona-116520-stainless-steel-black-dial","title":"2004 Rolex Daytona 116520 - Stainless Steel Black Dial","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Modern Milestone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe reference 116520 marks a critical moment in the history of the Daytona. It was the first version to be powered by a movement designed and manufactured entirely in-house by Rolex, the Calibre 4130. This transition moved the world's most famous chronograph away from its Zenith-based origins and into a new era of technical independence and performance. It represents the blueprint for the modern Daytona, combining classic 40mm proportions with Rolex's own legendary engineering.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA True Time Capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis example is not just a well-preserved watch; it is a time capsule from 2004. It is in like-new condition, having been worn fewer than ten times in two decades. The watch retains its original green caseback sticker, the protective stickers on the case sides and lugs, and even the OEM sticker on the back of the clasp. Finding a discontinued reference in this state, with its factory plastics intact, is exceptionally rare. It offers the experience of acquiring a new watch from a period that has long since passed.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreserved Under Factory Plastics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis watch is in like-new condition. The case is untouched, with its original factory-applied protective stickers still present on the sides and lugs. The black dial is flawless. The Oyster bracelet is stiff and tight, showing no signs of wear, and is also protected by its original sticker on the clasp. The watch has been stored with extreme care, resulting in a piece that looks and feels as it did when it left the authorized dealer in 2004. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Collector's Second Chance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis Daytona is for the collector who wants the definitive in-house reference but missed the opportunity to buy one new. It bridges the gap between the neo-vintage and modern eras, offering the best of both worlds. The combination of a discontinued model with true new-old-stock condition makes this a priority acquisition. It is a chance to own a landmark piece of Rolex history not as a worn artifact, but as a pristine, factory-fresh example.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 116520\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Daytona\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2004\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40mm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fixed\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oyster\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1554\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55545375162659,"sku":"11554","price":24500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/6099\/1523\/files\/DSCF4117.jpg?v=1788294164","url":"https:\/\/dannysvintagewatches.com\/products\/2004-rolex-daytona-116520-stainless-steel-black-dial","provider":"Danny's Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}