Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ceramic Bezel Cal. 4130
$850
The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona stands as the definitive racing chronograph, and this ceramic bezel iteration elevates that legacy to new heights. The monochromatic black Cerachrom bezel — machined from virtually scratch-proof ceramic and engraved with a tachymetric scale — frames the dial with a precision that only Rolex’s proprietary ceramic technology can achieve. Its resistance to ultraviolet rays ensures the bezel retains its deep, lustrous color for decades, a quiet testament to the engineering obsession that defines every detail of this watch. At the heart of this Daytona beats the Calibre 4130, Rolex’s in-house chronograph movement and one of the most celebrated in modern watchmaking. Its column wheel and vertical clutch mechanism deliver a chronograph start that is instantaneous and perfectly smooth, while the 72-hour power reserve ensures reliability across even the most demanding schedules. The movement is certified as a Superlative Chronometer, achieving accuracy of +/-2 seconds per day — a standard that surpasses the official COSC certification by a significant margin. To wear the Cosmograph Daytona is to inhabit a world where motorsport heritage and haute horlogerie converge. Born on the circuits of Daytona Beach and refined over six decades, this watch has transcended its racing origins to become a cultural icon worn by collectors, athletes, and tastemakers alike. Whether fastened to the wrist at a grand prix or a black-tie dinner, it carries with it an unmistakable authority — the kind that cannot be manufactured, only earned through an unbroken record of excellence.
Product Specifications
| Model Style | Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, |
|---|---|
| Reference | 116500LN |
| Movement | Rolex Calibre 4130, Automatic Self-Winding, Superlative Chronometer Certified |
| Case Material | Oystersteel (904L Stainless Steel) |
| Case Diameter | 40mm |
| Case Thickness | 12.4mm |
| Crystal | Scratch-Resistant Sapphire |
| Dial Color | Black with Black Subdials (Panda configuration also available in White) |
| Bracelet Material | Oystersteel Oyster |
| Bracelet | with Solid Links |
| Clasp Type | Oysterlock Safety |
| Clasp | with Easylink 5mm Comfort Extension |
| Bezel | Fixed Black Cerachrom Ceramic |
| Functions | Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Chronograph with 1/8th Second Precision |
| Additional Functions | 30-Minute Chronograph Counter at 3 o’clock, 12-Hour Chronograph Counter at 6 o’clock, Running Seconds at 9 o’clock |
| Water Resistance | 100 Meters / 330 Feet |
| Luminous Features | Chromalight Luminescent Material on Hour Markers and Hands, Long-Lasting Blue Glow |
| Gender | Men’s |
| Style | Sport / Luxury Chronograph |
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