Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116520 Panna Dial kaufmann with clasp stamped ‘MA 3’

with clasp stamped ‘MA 3’ and reference 401b endlinks

indicating that it was retailed by Khimji Ramdas in Oman who were one of the suppliers of such watches to the Sultan

- Seamaster Chronograph 176

this 16520 embodies the charm of a well-preserved neo-vintage Daytona

The shape of the markers introduces a distinctive and dynamic feel to the soleil silver dial

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116520 Panna Dial kaufmann with clasp stamped ‘MA 3’The Rolex Daytona needs little introductionbut the Panna dial certainly does. The Panna dial is a rare and highly sought after variation of the steel reference 116520, produced in the early 2000s. Its name comes from the Italian word for cream, a nod to its distinctive off white, ivory toned appearance. Originally manufactured as a crisp white dial, a subtle chemical imperfection in the varnish caused certain examples to age into this warm, creamy hue