Rolex Daytona 40mm Silver 116506

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ref. 116506 –

Introduced to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, the reference 116506 stands as one of the most prestigious and recognizable Daytonas ever produced. Crafted entirely in 950 platinum, this exceptional timepiece represents the pinnacle of Rolex’s technical mastery and understated luxury.

The watch features a 40 mm Oyster case in solid platinum with a monobloc middle case, screw-down case back, and screw-down chronograph pushers, ensuring robustness and water resistance up to 100 meters (330 feet). It is paired with Rolex’s iconic chestnut brown Cerachrom bezel, engraved with a tachymetric scale and filled with platinum via PVD — a signature design element exclusive to this reference.

The unmistakable ice blue dial, reserved solely for Rolex platinum models, offers outstanding legibility and elegance. Applied hour markers and hands are filled with Chromalight, providing a long-lasting blue luminescence. The classic three-register chronograph layout preserves the Daytona’s racing heritage while maintaining perfect balance and clarity.

Powering the watch is the renowned Rolex Calibre 4130, a self-winding chronograph movement celebrated for its reliability, efficiency, and precision. Certified as a Superlative Chronometer, it delivers exceptional accuracy of −2/+2 seconds per day and an impressive 72-hour power reserve.

Completing the watch is a solid platinum Oyster bracelet, secured by a folding Oysterlock clasp, offering both comfort and unmistakable weight on the wrist — a true hallmark of platinum Rolex watches.