Description
Cosmograph Daytona 40 mm, Oystersteel with Black Dial and Black Cerachrom Bezel Ref. M126500LN-0002
Overview
The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ref. M126500LN-0002 represents the next evolution of an icon. Introduced in 2023, this new-generation Daytona redefines the legendary chronograph with refined case geometry, a redesigned bezel architecture, and Rolex’s new Calibre 4131 — bringing both aesthetic and technical perfection to a watch that has defined racing prestige for six decades.
Design & Materials
- Case: 40 mm Oystersteel case with polished and satin finishes, featuring refined lugs and an updated bezel profile that enhances harmony and proportion.
- Bezel: Fixed black Cerachrom bezel with platinum PVD-filled tachymetric scale, engineered for extreme scratch resistance and timeless contrast.
- Dial: Glossy black dial with silver-ringed chronograph subdials, applied hour markers, and Chromalight luminescence for long-lasting visibility.
- Hands & Indexes: Rhodium-plated hands and markers filled with Chromalight for crisp readability in any light.
- Bracelet: Solid-link Oyster bracelet in Oystersteel, equipped with the Oysterlock safety clasp and Easylink 5 mm comfort extension system.
- Aesthetic: Elegant, technical, and unmistakably Daytona — the perfect harmony between racing functionality and contemporary luxury.
Movement
- Caliber: Rolex Calibre 4131 — new-generation self-winding mechanical chronograph movement developed and manufactured entirely by Rolex.
- Functions: Central 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: Incorporates the Chronergy escapement, blue Parachrom hairspring, and Paraflex shock absorbers. The movement is visible through a sapphire caseback — a first for the Daytona in Oystersteel.
- Certification: Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex in-house testing) with precision of −2/+2 seconds per day.
Technical Specifications
- Reference: M126500LN-0002
- Collection: Rolex Cosmograph Daytona
- Case: Oystersteel, 40 mm
- Bezel: Black Cerachrom bezel with platinum-coated tachymetric scale
- Dial: Glossy black with silver-rimmed subdials and Chromalight display
- Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
- Bracelet: Oystersteel bracelet with Oysterlock clasp and Easylink extension
- Movement: Rolex Calibre 4131, automatic, 72-hour power reserve
- Caseback: Sapphire crystal exhibition back (exclusive to 2023 generation)
- 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. M126500LN-0002 marks a new chapter in the legacy of the world’s most celebrated chronograph. Its seamless evolution — from the refined case and modernized dial to the exhibition sapphire caseback — highlights Rolex’s constant pursuit of perfection. Symbolizing speed, precision, and prestige, this Daytona remains the ultimate expression of performance and timeless style.
