Rolex Daytona White Gold Red Sodalite Diamond Dial & Bezel Leather Strap 16589BR

The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116589BR stands as one of the most coveted and visually arresting references in the entire Daytona collection. Born from Rolex's tradition of crafting precision chronographs for professional racing drivers, the Daytona line has evolved over decades into a watch that commands respect both on the track and at the finest black-tie occasions. The 116589BR represents the jewellery tier of this legendary family, executed entirely in 18k white gold with gem-setting details that transform a world-class sports chronograph into a true horological objet d'art.

At 40mm in diameter, the white gold case of the 116589BR carries the signature Daytona silhouette: the tri-colour subsidiary dial layout on the face, the tachymeter bezel, and the iconic pump pushers flanking the crown. Here, however, the bezel is lavishly set with brilliant-cut diamonds, catching light from every angle and announcing the watch's exceptional status before the dial is even read. The case finishing combines polished and satin-brushed surfaces in the manner Rolex has mastered over generations, ensuring the white gold retains its cool, bright lustre indefinitely.

The centrepiece of this reference is undoubtedly the red sodalite dial. Sodalite is a semi-precious mineral prized for its rich, opaque colour and subtle natural patterning; in red form it is exceptionally rare, lending each dial a one-of-a-kind character no printed or lacquered surface could replicate. Diamond-set hour markers and hands complement the stone perfectly, ensuring legibility is never sacrificed for drama. The overall effect is an extraordinary interplay of deep red, icy white gold, and sparkling diamonds that is unmistakably Rolex in execution.

Powering the 116589BR is an automatic chronograph movement from Rolex's in-house manufacture, delivering the precision and reliability that the Cosmograph Daytona name has guaranteed for decades. The chronograph complication—measuring elapsed time with the signature central seconds hand and two subsidiary registers—remains as functional here as it is in any stainless steel Daytona, a reminder that beneath the jewellery-grade exterior lives a serious, high-performance calibre. The leather strap on this example offers a refined, comfortable wearing experience entirely in keeping with the watch's grand complications character.

For collectors and connoisseurs seeking the rarest and most luxurious expression of the Rolex Daytona, the white gold 116589BR with red sodalite diamond dial and diamond bezel is essentially without peer in the secondary market. Its combination of precious metal, exotic stone, and diamond setting means production numbers are extremely limited and examples seldom surface. Buying this reference from Bizak & Co. means acquiring a meticulously sourced pre-owned piece from a trusted luxury watch dealer committed to authenticity and client satisfaction. Browse our inventory online or reach out directly—our specialists are ready to assist you in securing this exceptional Rolex Cosmograph Daytona at the best available price.