Seiko Mod Daytona: The Complete Guide to the Premium Chronograph
The Rolex Daytona, an icon made accessible
Created in 1963 for racing drivers, the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona is perhaps the most desired watch in the world. With a new price exceeding €15,000, it remains out of reach. The Seiko Mod Daytona changes the game.
Anatomy of a Seiko Mod Daytona
The case: 40mm in 316L steel, with crown and two pushers at 2 o'clock and 4 o'clock for the chronograph.
The dial: available in panda version (white background, black subdials), reverse panda (black background, white subdials), or exotic colors.
The bezel: graduated tachymeter insert. Available in black aluminum, polished steel or black ceramic.
Our Seiko Mod Daytona models
Daytona Panda — The Iconic
Ivory white dial, black subdials, black bezel — the original combination from 1965. Timeless and recognizable at first glance.
Daytona Reverse Panda — The Contemporary
Black dial, white subdials. The modern version preferred by enthusiasts.
Daytona Paul Newman — The Collector's Item
Inspired by the Daytona owned by Paul Newman (sold for $17.8M in 2017).