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Rolex · Cosmograph Daytona

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona

Ref. 126500LN · Chronograph

$42,700Stock unknown

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Case

Diameter
40mm
Material
Oystersteel
Finish
18 kt yellow gold
Water resistance
100m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire
Shape
Flat
Dial color
Turquoise
Indices
Index
Lume
Chromalight

Movement

Caliber
4131
Type
Automatic
Beat rate
28,800 vph
Power reserve
72h
Jewels
47
Hacking
Yes
Hand-winding
Yes
Complications
Chronograph

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
matte
Sub-dials
3
Bezel
tachymeter
Bracelet
lug-attached
Hands
baton

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Owners widely report the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona offers remarkable comfort and wearability, with some praising its perfect proportions and sleeker feel, while others find the 40mm case size and bracelet exceptionally comfortable. Reviewers note a tweaked dial for improved legibility and a new ceramic bezel with a steel ring on recent references. However, opinions are split on its value, with some finding it overpriced relative to its market value and others appreciating its versatility. Some owners criticize the sub-dial placement and screw-down pushers, while others praise its superior accuracy and automatic movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona highly for its comfort and wrist presence, despite ongoing debate about its value proposition.

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