Description
Cosmograph Daytona 40 mm, Platinum with Ice Blue Dial and Chestnut Brown Ceramic Bezel Ref. M116506-0002
Overview
The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ref. M116506-0002 represents the pinnacle of the Rolex chronograph collection — a breathtaking combination of platinum craftsmanship and timeless racing heritage. Released to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Daytona, this masterpiece merges luxurious refinement with cutting-edge performance, making it one of the most coveted watches in the world.
Design & Materials
- Case: 40 mm 950 platinum Oyster case with a flawless mix of polished and satin finishes — the ultimate expression of prestige and durability.
- Bezel: Fixed Cerachrom bezel in chestnut brown ceramic engraved with a tachymetric scale, designed for high-precision speed measurement and outstanding scratch resistance.
- Dial: Signature ice blue dial — exclusive to Rolex platinum models — with brown contrasting subdials and Chromalight luminescence for superior legibility.
- Hands & Indexes: 18 ct white gold hands and hour markers filled with Chromalight for enduring glow and clarity.
- Bracelet: Solid-link Oyster bracelet in platinum with polished center links, featuring the Oysterlock safety clasp and Easylink 5 mm comfort extension system.
- Aesthetic: A breathtaking fusion of ice-blue elegance and subtle power — refined, rare, and unmistakably Rolex.
Movement
- Caliber: Rolex Calibre 4130 — self-winding mechanical chronograph movement entirely developed and manufactured in-house by Rolex.
- Functions: Centre hour, minute, and seconds hands; small seconds at 6 o’clock; chronograph with 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock and 12-hour counter at 9 o’clock; stop-seconds for precise time setting.
- Power Reserve: Approximately 72 hours.
- Features: Vertical clutch and column wheel mechanism ensure precise start/stop timing and smooth chronograph operation. Equipped with blue Parachrom hairspring for superior resistance to shocks and magnetic fields.
- Certification: Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex in-house testing), with accuracy of −2/+2 seconds per day.
Technical Specifications
- Reference: M116506-0002
- Collection: Rolex Cosmograph Daytona
- Case: Platinum (950), 40 mm
- Bezel: Chestnut brown Cerachrom ceramic with engraved tachymetric scale
- Dial: Ice blue with brown subdials and Chromalight display
- Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Bracelet: Platinum Oyster bracelet with Oysterlock clasp
- Movement: Rolex Calibre 4130, automatic, 72-hour power reserve
- Water Resistance: 100 meters (330 feet)
- Condition: New / Unworn
- Box & Papers: Complete Rolex presentation box and 5-year international warranty card
Prestige & Value
The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ref. M116506-0002 is more than a watch — it is a masterpiece of mechanical art and a symbol of achievement. Crafted from platinum and adorned with the exclusive ice blue dial, it embodies understated opulence and precision performance. Worn by collectors, connoisseurs, and champions alike, this Daytona defines exclusivity — the ultimate statement of success and sophistication.
