Rolex Daytona 116500LN “Panda”
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116500LN. Featuring a 40mm steel case, water resistant to 100 meters. Automatic 4130 chronometer movement. 72 hour power reserve. Featuring a white dial with silver ringed sub dials and a black monobloc Cerachrom bezel in ceramic with engraved tachymetric scale. Oyster flat three piece links, bracelet made from 904L steel which is used in production and transport of Sulphuric acid due to its high resistance to corrosion. Folding Oysterlock safety clasp. Box and papers dated December 2022 under manufacturers guarantee until December 2027.
The Rolex Daytona, introduced in 1963, is a legendary chronograph watch. It gained the name “Daytona” due to Rolex’s association with the Daytona International Speedway. Early models like the reference 6239 featured manual-wind movements and distinctive “panda” dials. In 1988, Rolex introduced a self-winding movement, making the Daytona more practical. The watch’s iconic name “Daytona” became a permanent fixture on its dial. Over time, the Daytona’s design evolved with various materials, dials, and bezel options. The in-house caliber 4130 was introduced in 2000, enhancing performance and reliability. In 2016, Rolex introduced a ceramic bezel option, and in 2017, the Oysterflex bracelet. The Rolex Daytona is now a highly sought-after symbol of luxury and precision, appealing to collectors and racing enthusiasts worldwide, with both vintage and contemporary models retaining their value in the luxury watch market.
Brand : Rolex
Model Reference : 116500LN
Dial Colour : White
Case Material : Steel
Case Diameter : 40mm
Gender : Gents
Bracelet Material : Steel
Box And Papers : Yes
Manufacturer Warranty : Expires December 2028
Movement : Automatic
Model : Daytona
Date : December 2023
SKU : 32-08-01MB
Categories : Rolex
Collections : Gents Watches