Hi, I have a Daytona 24 number stainless steel watch: Back: engraved number 045 on "pin holder;" has WINNER then next line ROLEX, then next to word "ROLEX" the race flag, then under flag 24; and under word ROLEX, AD DAYTONA 1992, Front has an oyster shell logo, then under says: ROLEX, then under OYSTER PERPETUAL, then under SUPERATIVE ODOMETER OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED, THEN UNDER COSMOGRAPH, on side, three "winder buttons" the middle, largest one has an oyster shell logo,

Hi,
There has been a Daytona with similar to this on the back that was presented in 1992 ..but....... If your watch has AD DAYTONA on the back it is certainly a fake and sadly worthless.

A feature of Rolex watches is a solid caseback. The only time an engraving is placed on any Rolex watch casebacks is as an aftermarket feature (i.e "Tom, I love you, Sue").

The "Winner Daytona 24" engraving on the back is, i'm afraid, a common feature of a replica Rolex watch.

It is not real because of what you have stated.

its fake Rolex Daytona's don't have any engraving on the back

There will usually be an engraving on the caseback identifying it as such. Also, you may contact Rolex with the serial number to confirm if a previous owner of the timepiece was such.

RECOMENDATION:

Contact a local official Rolex dealer to address the problem.

GOTO:
http://www.rolex.com

To find a local dealer.

Hope this tip helps.

R/
David

This is one sign it maybe real. Everything from the solid headpieces, double steel pins, crew together band, gas relief valve, etc. can be signs that this is a real Rolex. Your best bet is always to go to a Rolex dealer or qualified watch maker/technician for an inspection. Good luck!

Take a look on amazon for real watch prices (Daytona): Amazon com Rolex Daytona . After that you can compare. I hope this was helpful. Cheers

Unfotunately for you- your Daytona is fake.

The daytona you describe that has 24 hours at Daytona on the back is a relatively cheap replica daytona. It probably has a 21J japanese or chinese movement, and will probably not last very long under normal wear. The better ones out there are about $100, but you can get them for much less. The chronos do not function as the genuine daytona. The move and measure something, but who knows what. So, this is a cheap imitation of the rolex daytona, and by no means is the best replica out there. There are better ones available with asian copies of the valjoux 7750 movement. These movements also vary in quality from the cheaper ones that run at 21,600bph, or the more upgraded mov'ts @28800bph. These have the running seconds at 6 position and hours at the 9 position. You can search the web for a dealer that sells these better daytonas. Prices van start at around $190.00 and run up to more than $650.00 for the same watch and mov't. Depends on the dealer.. So, shop with knowledge and ask many questions before you ever purchase. You can get a reliable replica with automatic movement, depending on what model you're looking for... for less than $300. The SS series 116520 you can get a genuine looking replica for $140 to $223. E-mail me personally and I'll tell you how to get information on ordering this Daytona replica.
Regards,
doug