The 116520 is an important transition reference for the Daytona. Introduced in 2000, this was the first Daytona to use an in-house high quality fake Rolex developed caliber 4130. This was the first six-digit reference of the Dayotna, replacing the outgoing 16520 that was known for its use of a heavily modified Zenith El Primero caliber. While this reference was similar in appearance to the previous generation, some subtle but important evolutionary changes can be found, the most prominent of which can be seen on the white dial.

The white dial moved from black outlines defining each of the three sub dials, to wider polished metal rings. Additionally, the thin hour markers were replaced with wider shapes. The hour markers may seem like a minor change, but they lead to a very different dial experience overall, and, along with the wider rings, make for a more substantial presence. This watch represents a bolder, modern vision of the UK best fake Rolex Daytona, and would, in turn, set the tone for the following generation.

The 116520 would end up being the only modern cheap super clone Rolex Daytona with a steel bezel, which makes it somewhat unique. Enthusiasts will also point to this reference as bringing in a more luxurious tone to the collection as well, anchored by those polished steel surrounds on the dial moving away from the more legible black surrounds found in previous, as well as subsequent, references. The 40 mm asymmetrical case wears beautifully, which is a signature feature of all top UK copy Rolex Daytona watches, and when opting for the black dial, much of the character comes through while pushing the collection as a whole forward.