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How To Adjust & Set The Time On Your Rolex Daytona

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The Rolex Daytona, with its racing legacy, is a marvel of craftsmanship and design. But to truly appreciate its precision, one needs to know how to set it right. If you’re looking for a straightforward guide to adjusting and setting the time on your Daytona, you’re in the right spot. We’ll walk you through the process, ensuring your watch is in perfect sync. Ready to get started?

How Do You Adjust A Rolex Daytona?

Above and below the winding crown are two buttons used to control the chronograph function. They must be unscrewed before use by turning them counterclockwise. Press the top button to start the stopwatch. The long, thin hand in the centre of the watch face will start to move around the dial.

  1. Stop the chronograph: Press the top button again to stop the stopwatch.
  2. Reset the chronograph: Press the bottom button to reset the stopwatch. The long, thin hand should return to the 12 o’clock position.
  3. Screw the buttons back in after use to maintain the watch’s water resistance.

How Do You Set The Time On A Daytona?

Unscrew the winding crown: The winding crown is the small dial on the right side of the watch face. It is initially in position 0, against the watch case. Turn the crown counterclockwise until it pops out to position 1. Pull the crown out to the second position (position 2) by tugging gently. Turn the crown clockwise or counterclockwise until you reach the correct time.

💡 Read more: Rolex Daytona Basics: History, Production & Specifications

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