Introduction
Founded in 1989, Daniel Roth is long-established as one of the early entrants in the independent watchmaking space that has since ballooned with brands like Urkwerk, MB&F, and Richard Mille launching from the foundations that Daniel Roth laid. With their distinctive styling, unique take on design, and technical prowess, the watchmaker quickly rose to fame. An emblematic example of their watchmaking aesthetic, this stainless steel Masters Chronograph model features an intriguingly complex white dial with a vertical guilloche pinstripe finish alongside concentric satin-finished chronograph counters and chapter rings and a subtle wavy texture that separates the various subdials and finishes. Furthermore, the Masters Chronograph also includes a date aperture at 4:30, which adds to the dial’s information-dense layout. Pairing distinctive blued steel hands with heritage-inspired black Roman numerals and inscriptions, this Masters Chronograph’s styling is unique in that it blends design cues rooted in watchmaking tradition with Daniel Roth's own innovative take on the industry’s processes, namely through their signature ellipsocurvex case - much like Richard Mille and Franck Muller's use of the tonneau case. With its stepped bezel, a mix of angles and rounded surfaces, and pronounced pushers, it is a perfectly styled case that complements this example’s salmon dial perfectly.
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Grade
M 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Watch Only
Est. value range
$6,000 – $12,000
The Details
Brand
Daniel Roth
Dimensions
38mm x 41mm x 11mm
Model
Masters Chronograph
Movement
Automatic cal. 500
Reference
247.X.10
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
Circa 2000
Condition
Excellent
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch only
Dial Color
White

THE DIAL
Using a myriad of techniques, this timepiece's complex white dial features a concentric satin finish along its various chapter rings with a pinstripe guilloche engraving throughout. It also sports a subtle wave texture that compartmentalizes the various sections of the dial and ties the finishes within the dial together splendidly.

THE CONSTRUCTION
Housed within Daniel Roth's signature stepped ellipsocurvex case, this stunning timepiece complements its beautiful dial with a presence on the wrist that is stylish, distinctive, and wholeheartedly unique.

TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in overall excellent condition. The steel case has some light scratches and a couple of small nicks on the case sides and bezel, but the case profile remains well defined. The display case back has some light scratches on the steel outer edge and clear engravings. The cream no-lume dial is pristine with clean blued hands. The watch is fitted with a generic black alligator strap with a generic steel pin buckle.
Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.
Our Perspective
A stylish ode to Daniel Roth's unique design language, the Masters Chronograph marries a uniquely busy display with Roth's signature construction resulting in an aesthetic that has stood the test of time.