VSF Edition — Oyster Bracelet
The VSF iteration of the Rolex Daytona 116508-0014 represents a highly calculated approach to the solid gold chronograph segment. By utilizing a 904L Oystersteel base finished with an 18K yellow gold plating, this release achieves a precise visual footprint while deliberately accepting a lighter physical mass of 140.2 grams. It serves as a technical benchmark for collectors prioritizing movement stability and case geometry over precious metal heft.
Operating within the 40mm case is the renowned Dandong caliber 4130, a true 1:1 clone movement featuring a functional column wheel and vertical clutch mechanism. This architecture ensures crisp chronograph engagement without the erratic seconds-hand jump found in modified ETA bases. The movement utilizes a paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring and KIF shock absorbers, delivering a reliable 60+ Hours (Dandong clone caliber) power reserve.
The dial presents a monochromatic 18K gold tone with sharp stick markers, contrasting with the #006039 green accent text often debated among replica enthusiasts for this specific reference. VSF has engineered the case to an impressive 11.2mm thickness, sitting exceptionally flat on the wrist and mirroring the refined profile of the genuine Oyster case.
- Movement: Dandong Caliber 4130 — 60+ Hours (Dandong clone caliber)
- Case Material: 904L Oystersteel (18K Gold Plated), 40mm diameter, 140.2g weight
- Bezel: 18K Gold Plated 904L Steel with engraved tachymetric scale
- Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire with colorless anti-reflective coating
- Bracelet: 18K Gold Plated 904L Oyster bracelet with folding Oysterlock safety clasp
- Water Resistance: 50 meters — professional pressure test recommended before swimming. Do not operate chronograph pushers or the crown while the watch is submerged.
This reference is suited for the collector who requires the aesthetic presence of a yellow gold Daytona but understands the physical limitations of plated steel. It functions seamlessly in formal environments where visual accuracy supersedes tactile weight.




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