Rolex Cosmograph Daytona
A platinum Daytona, protected between flights
An overseas collector planned a London trip around protecting their platinum Daytona. Jason fitted it personally, on schedule, before the flight home.
- Watch
- Rolex Cosmograph Daytona
- Detail
- 950 platinum · ice blue Arabic-numeral dial, baguette diamond bezel
- Coverage
- Full coverage
The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona in 950 platinum, with its ice blue dial, Arabic numerals and a bezel set with baguette-cut diamonds, is one of the most sought-after watches there is. Platinum is dense but relatively soft, so it scuffs and scratches easily.
An international collector heard about us from a friend whose watches we had protected, and planned their next trip to London around an appointment.
The challenge
What made this watch demanding.
The polished Oyster links
The wide, mirror-polished centre links show marks almost instantly, so the film must lie perfectly flat with no bubbles.
The case architecture
Crown guards, chronograph pushers and sharp lugs need intricate, precise cuts to cover the metal fully.
The diamond-set bezel
Where the platinum case meets the diamond-set bezel, the film must finish cleanly at the edge so no dirt can collect and nothing can lift.
The solution
How we protected it.
With the client on a tight travel schedule, Jason, one of our founders, took the job on personally. He hand-mapped and fitted the film across every polished surface, finishing on schedule before the flight home.
Surfaces covered
- The polished Oyster bracelet
- The case sides, lugs and crown guards
- The case back
- The Oysterlock clasp
The results
Worn daily. Kept pristine.
The Daytona left the studio protected, its lustre unchanged. After months of wear abroad, the film has held up perfectly, and the platinum underneath remains untouched.
Client feedback
“I had been wanting to get my platinum ice blue Daytona protected for such a long time, but I wanted to make sure it was done by the absolute best. After a friend told me about the incredible work WristGuard London did on his luxury collection, I made it a priority to book an appointment the next time I flew into London.
The service went above and beyond my expectations. Jason, one of the founders, personally came over and worked on my watch to ensure the application was absolutely perfect. Ever since I flew back home, the film has held up incredibly well and it’s never been an issue. Knowing the platinum is fully shielded means I can wear this heavy piece out so much more often instead of keeping it locked away. Truly exceptional craftsmanship and service.”
