3 White Gold Rolex Daytona Watches

The Rolex Daytona was first introduced in 1963 as a chronograph for professional racers. With highly recognizable aesthetics and unmatched performance, it is considered as one of the brand’s most iconic pieces.

With the use of gold finishes and exquisite materials such as precious stones and mother of pearl, the Rolex Daytona slowly crossed over from a tool watch to a luxury chronograph. Today, they are hardly used to measure elapsed times, but as statement timepieces with the ability to elevate any ensemble.

Among Rolex Daytonas, the 18k white gold versions bridge its opulent personas best. They look similar to stainless steel, but one can’t mistake the lustrous sheen of white gold, and the weight of a pedigree watch. If that suits your taste, here are our favorite Rolex Daytonas in white gold:

Eye-catching yet versatile, the blue tone is slightly darker than the cobalt blue used in the yellow Rolesor and yellow gold Submariner model.

With the red accents inside the chronograph counters and the luminous markers with whitegold surrounds, the 116509 pays homage to the Daytona‘s racing roots. The bezel design was made more striking with its fine black engravings.

When it comes to the strap, Rolex went for the subdued black Oysterflex bracelet. On the outside, it’s crafted from black elastomer, a material that is resistant to harsh conditions; inside sits a metal blade that ensures the bracelet’s sturdiness. With the two combined, the Oysterflex boasts of the same durability as a metal bracelet with the comfort of a rubber strap.

Adding extra sparkle are diamond hour markers with white gold surrounds. Aside from providing character, they also offer a stunning contrast against the dials.

Of course, the classic Daytona traits remained such as the automatic Caliber 4130 under its hood, chronograph registers with silver outlines, and large pushers, which allow wearers to start and stop the stopwatch feature.

With their white gold construction, these models offer the same functionality as classic Rolex Daytonas, but with an added air of luxury. Get yours today at SwissWatchExpo.com.