Daniel Roth Masters Chronograph Ref. S247 – Red Dial, Stainless Steel, El Primero

A rare neo-vintage Daniel Roth Masters Chronograph reference S247 in stainless steel, featuring the iconic double-ellipse case, vivid red lacquer dial, and automatic Zenith El Primero movement.

Offered here is a rare and highly collectible Daniel Roth Masters Chronograph, reference S247, an expressive neo-vintage chronograph from the coveted mid-to-late 1990s period often associated with the brand’s most desirable early production. Instantly recognizable by Daniel Roth’s signature double-ellipse case, the watch combines classical proportions with the distinctive architectural design language that made the maker one of the most respected names in independent Swiss horology.

What makes this example especially appealing is its vibrant red lacquer dial, a bold and uncommon configuration that collectors often describe as “Stella” in character for its rich, glossy color and strong visual presence. The dial is balanced by stylized Roman numerals, three matching chronograph registers, and a date aperture placed between 4 and 5 o’clock, giving the watch both complexity and symmetry while preserving the elegance for which Daniel Roth became known.

Housed in stainless steel and powered by the legendary automatic Zenith El Primero caliber, this reference offers the appeal of an important movement inside one of the most distinctive case designs of the era. Rare lacquer-dial variants such as this are among the most collectible expressions of the S247, offering a compelling blend of independent watchmaking pedigree, mechanical substance, and highly unusual color.

Included:

Watch only

Specifications

• Brand: Daniel Roth
• Model: Masters Chronograph
• Reference: S247
• Era: Mid-to-late 1990s
• Case material: Stainless steel
• Case design: Signature double-ellipse case
• Movement: Automatic Zenith El Primero caliber
• Dial: Red lacquer dial
• Hour markers: Stylized Roman numerals
• Layout: Three-register chronograph
• Date: Aperture between 4 and 5 o’clock
• Strap: Black strap
• Set: Watch only

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