Beaufort BicompaxvsRolex Cosmograph Daytona

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Beaufort Bicompax at true scale

Bicompax

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona at true scale

Cosmograph Daytona

Diameter

40.5mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

13.8mm

n/a

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

63h

72h

highest

MSRP

$810

lowest

$42,700

Movement

Sellita SW510

4131

Case

8 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
40mm
Thickness
13.8mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
18 kt yellow gold
Finish
n/a
18 kt yellow gold
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
n/a
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Flat
Dial Color
Salmon
Turquoise
Indices
n/a
Index
Lume
Super-LumiNova applied to the index and hands for low-light readability.
Chromalight

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
4131
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
63h
72h
Jewels
0
47
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$810
$42,700
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Beaufort Bicompax

Owners widely praise the Beaufort Bicompax for its attractive bicompax chronograph design, clean aesthetic, and excellent legibility with effective lume. The Sellita SW510 BH b movement is noted for performing well, with winding and setting actions comparable to ETA movements and accuracy within COSC parameters at +5 seconds/day. Fit and finish are considered spot on, with a well-executed gradient dial and subdials, and the h-link bracelet is described as comfortable and easy to size. Some owners find the price a bit high for the specifications on paper, and one commenter felt the blue dial could have more depth. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Beaufort Bicompax highly for its vintage aesthetic and reliable manual-wind chronograph movement at 40.5mm.

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona

Owners widely praise the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona's design and finishing, with many finding its proportions comfortable and wearable, though some note the sub-dial placement can appear slightly off. The watch is described as "absolutely gorgeous" and offering superior accuracy and finer finishing compared to alternatives, with one owner noting its 40mm case wears smaller and its bracelet is superior with an adjustable clasp. However, many owners question its value at current market prices, finding the retail price steep compared to other chronographs, and some suggest it is a better investment than a watch purchase. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona highly for its design, finishing, and wearability, despite concerns about its market value.

From video reviewers

The 18 ct yellow gold case and striking turquoise blue dial are key strengths. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

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