This year, on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the Cosmograph Daytona (during Watches & Wonders 2023), Rolex replica watches is presenting a brand new version of its 950 platinum chronograph. The recipe for such success? A breath of fresh air across the entire Daytona range coupled with the presence of a transparent caseback, only for the 950 platinum reference.
Story point on the platinum Cosmograph Daytona
The beginning of the story between the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona and platinum dates back only 10 years. In 2013, at Baselworld and for the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Cosmograph Daytona, Rolex replica presented a completely new interpretation of this legendary chronograph entirely in platinum. This very first Daytona dressed in 950 platinum in the history of Rolex bore the reference 116506.
Its aesthetic characteristics are recognizable in front of all the other references in the Daytona range:
- It is entirely made of 950 platinum.
- It has a tachymeter bezel with a Cerachrom insert in a “chocolate” brown hue.
- It has an “Ice Blue” dial that is found in particular on the Rolex Daydate.
Thus, the Cosmograph Daytona in platinum 950, chocolate bezel, and shiny blue dial, is probably one of the most popular modern chronographs from the Geneva watchmaker.
The “discontinued” Rolex Daytona: like a goodbye
Before discussing the new additions to the Daytona range, let’s take a look at the Rolex catalog. Because, who says renewal, necessarily says models out of production, withdrawn from sale. And for good reason, Rolex has indeed “discontinued” certain references from its famous Cosmograph.
Among the “discontinued” references, there is the 116508 “John Mayer” entirely made of yellow gold with its green dial of the most beautiful effect. This extremely rare piece is not officially a collaboration with the famous musician. It was simply seen several times on the wrist of the collector and ended up bearing the name, like the other Rolex replica watches nicknames. We saw this atypical piece on the wrist of the aberrant automotive YouTuber GMK.
Another reference from the Daytona range out of production is the 116509. This model, unlike the reference we were talking about previously, is entirely made of white gold and has a shiny blue dial, also of the finest quality. effect. I found this reference very successful, because in my opinion it was the perfect balance between sportiness and luxury. With its red/blue color code, the sports chronograph DNA was indeed present. Added to this was the use of the precious material that is 18-carat white gold to give it a flashy, but discreet side.
Finally, to the great despair of fans of meteorite dials, it’s the end of a beautiful story… These pieces that made a lot of noise when they were unveiled are no longer in the catalog of the Daytona range.
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 126506, the new benchmark
In 2023, we can say goodbye to all the Cosmograph Daytona references 1165XX because Rolex luxury replica watches has indeed refreshed the entire range under a new number combination.
Associated with the renewal of the Daytona range, Rolex took the opportunity to revamp its Cosmograph in platinum 950 on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of this historic model. The new reference 126506 dressed in this exceptional material is, in a way, a remastering of the reference unveiled 10 years earlier.
New chronograph counters
The dial features a completely new graphic balance. And for good reason, the rings of the chronograph and small seconds counters have been refined. This is reminiscent of the old references of this Cosmograph, such as the Daytona Zenith. The most purists among you are therefore delighted to see the perimeter of the counters become more refined… But let it be said, it still takes a little time to get used to it!
This slight modification is all the more striking on the “panda” dials. Moreover, many have been calibrated having circulated the same above. I must admit that this pretty much sums up the change made…
Refined indexes
The indexes of the new Daytona reference 126506 did not escape the breath of fresh air that the range suffered. Rolex replica watches has chosen to slightly lengthen the hour markers and make them thinner. Coupled with the fact that the circumference of the counters is also thinner, the result seems neater than with large counters and indexes.
Once used, I find that it adds more elegance and finesse to the design of the watch. Indeed, such a change creates space on the dial, it breathes better. Moreover, when we look at the old reference, we have the impression that its various elements seem compressed, almost suffocating.
The aesthetics of the bezel revised
One of the subtle changes of the Cosmograph Daytona range with a Cerachrom bezel is the presence of a thin border. If you look closely at the tachymeter bezel, you will see that it is bordered by a thin border fashioned from the same metal as the caseband. Personally, I find that this slight detail breaks the slightly “bling-bling” side of the Cerachrom bezel with its shiny reflections by giving it more sportiness.
From now on, the tachometer bezel sticks a little more to the DNA of the Cosmopraph Daytona initially presented in 1963, to meet the needs of motor racing professionals. Quick reminder: the tachometer bezel is the ideal instrument for determining an average speed using the chronograph and kilometer markers.
On reference 126506 in platinum 950, the one-piece Cerachrom bezel in brown ceramic provides a wonderful contrast to the blue dial.
A redesigned box
The Oyster case of the Cosmograph Daytona in platinum 950 has benefited from a new stroke of design. The result is a case that is resolutely more in keeping with what is expected of a sports chronograph. The proportions of the case have been revised and apparently, they stick more to the diameter of 40 millimeters put forward by Rolex.
The detail that immediately jumps to the eye is obviously the shape of the lugs. They are decidedly thicker, more drooping… Probably to reinforce the sporting spirit of this Cosmograph and give it a more voluminous spirit. According to Rolex, these new shapes should better highlight the case through the reflections on the lugs and the sides of the middle.
Moreover, some enthusiasts think it looks like a Submariner case… Others say that the new case resembles that of the latest Tudors. Anyway, it is certain that its design has been more than reviewed. This is particularly the case with the position of the tachometer bezel which seems to have been slightly detached from the case on its base.
As you will have understood, the new Cosmograph Daytona reference 126506 in platinum 950 wonderfully honors the 60th anniversary of this legendary chronograph which has its roots in the famous Daytona Beach race. To perpetuate the tradition of the platinum model, Rolex replica watches has nevertheless left its characteristic elements intact.
A case directly cut from 950 platinum
As a good Rolex, the Cosmograph Daytona reference 126506 obviously has a beautiful Oyster case. The middle of this case has been worked directly from a solid block of 950 platinum… Another fine technical and technological feat.
You should know that this case has a bottom lined with fine grooves and is hermetically screwed using a special tool. Only watchmakers authorized by Rolex can access the movement using this tool! This is surely intended to limit the revision of the movement by non-competent watchmakers who could damage it.
Even though this new Daytona in platinum 950 is a chronograph,
it is still water resistant to a depth of 100 meters. An unavoidable characteristic of legendary Oyster cases… To ensure this water resistance, this Cosmograph has a Triplock screw-down winding crown. Moreover, the chronograph pushers are also screwed to the case.
The case of this Daytona chronograph is securely attached to an Oyster bracelet. This historic Rolex replica watches bracelet was developed in the late 1930s. It is considered the most common bracelet in the Oyster Perpetual collection and is recognizable by its three links.
Since the case of the reference 126506 is made of 950 platinum,
the same goes for the extremely robust Oyster bracelet. Added to this is the fact that the bracelet has ceramic inserts inside its links… A technology developed and patented by Rolex. Finally, to ensure optimal comfort once on the wrist, the clasp has the Easylink system. This extension allows you to easily adjust the length of the bracelet by about 5 mm.
An “Ice Blue” dial of a brilliant and pure blue
This is the striking element of this Rolex Cosmograph Daytona in platinum 950: its glacier blue dial. In addition to its captivating blue,
the dial of this reference 126506 has a sunburst finish with the most beautiful effect…
On this magnificent dial of indescribable purity are indexes in 18-carat white gold coated with Chromalight luminescent material. Note that the hands of this legendary chronograph are also made of 18-carat white gold and are coated with Chromalight (except for the chrono seconds and counter hands).
Moreover, like the previous reference, the new Cosmograph Daytona platinum 950 is also available in a dial version with indexes set with diamonds.
A “chocolate” colored Cerachrom tachometer bezel
The brown, almost chocolate bezel is probably my favorite feature on the Daytona in platinum 950. With this monobloc Cerachrom bezel in brown ceramic,
Rolex replica watches once again demonstrates its know-how in the development of special ceramics.
The choice of such innovative ceramics is justified by the fact that Rolex wishes to offer an ultra-resistant chronograph,
whose components will not be altered by time and the elements.
In the end, I find that this chocolate-tinted bezel goes perfectly with the purity of the 950 platinum that adorns this Daytona reference 126506.
We can probably consider that this is the major novelty of Rolex this year: the appearance of the transparent case back. Like its elegant sister, the Perpetual 1908, the Cosmograh Daytona platinum 950 has a transparent back. Through this caseback with an anti-reflective sapphire crystal, you can admire the all-new Rolex caliber 4131.
Many people criticize the fact that Rolex innovates very little unlike other brands.
Let’s face it, offering a transparent caseback on a watch is not mission impossible and is not very innovative… Especially when you know the means of Rolex. On the other hand, we can appreciate the fact that Rolex manages to step out of its comfort zone as a traditional, almost reactionary brand. It is in this sense that the transparent caseback is an innovation for the brand with the crown. It is an evolution on the fact that it “unstuck” perhaps…
Since aesthetic changes were not enough, Rolex best fake watches decided to make technical changes to the new Cosmograph Daytona reference 126506. And for good reason, the latter is powered by a brand new caliber freshly unveiled this year.
The new Daytona reference 126506 in platinum 650 comes to life thanks to the Rolex caliber 4131. This new chronograph movement is, in fact, an evolution of the previous caliber 4130.
In terms of precision and good Rolex replica watches quality, this new Cosmograph Daytona benefits from Rolex Superlative Chronometer certification. This ensures an impressive precision of the order of -2 to +2 seconds per day. As for the power reserve, it is approximately 72 hours… In other words, the watch will run for 3 days non-stop, once wound to the maximum!
