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Apr 07
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Rolex

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116515 LN

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116515 LN

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116515 LN

The new Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona is resolutely dedicated to those who enjoy the finer things in life. The typical owner of this Rolex chronograph, designed with speed and performance in mind, is among those who avidly take advantage of all that life has to offer, love the freedom of the open road and are not afraid to take the turns tightly.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116515 LN

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116515 LN

Speed and Motorsports
Launched in 1963, the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona is closely linked to speed and motorsports. Its automatic chronograph movement allows short periods of elapsed time to be measured to within 1⁄8th of a second, and the tachymetric scale on the bezel enables the instant reading of speed over a given distance. Adopted by race car drivers for its performance, reliability and exceptional readability, this prestigious chronograph carries in red letters on its dial the name “Daytona” – the most famous race track in the United States.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116515 LN

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116515 LN

Legendary heritage and exclusive technology
With its new, exclusive monobloc black CERACHROM bezel developed by Rolex – made of an advanced ceramic virtually impervious to scratches, corrosion-resistant and non-fading – this new version of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona exhibits state-of-the-art technology and pays homage to its legendary heritage. Its black bezel is reminiscent of that of the 1965 model. The graduations on the CERACHROM bezel, offering perfect readability, are obtained by the deposition of a fine layer of pink gold via a magnetron cathode sputtering PVD process.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116515 LN

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116515 LN

This high-precision Rolex chronograph certified by the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC) is driven by calibre 4130, introduced in 2000, a movement with a column wheel and vertical clutch entirely designed and manufactured by Rolex. Its revolutionary architecture, the fruit of years of research, has reduced its complexity and increased its reliability. A profusion of Rolex innovations, calibre 4130 is equipped with a PARACHROM hairspring with a Breguet overcoil. The hairspring is manufactured from a new alloy, developed and produced by Rolex, which makes it insensitive to magnetic fields and up to 10 times more resistant to shocks.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116515 LN

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116515 LN

The 2011 model’s sophisticated aesthetics are underscored by the noble materials used in its construction: the Oyster case in 18 ct EVEROSE gold, an alloy created by Rolex; the chocolate brown or ivory colored dial with gold hour markers; and the comfortable strap in black alligator leather with an 18 ct EVEROSE gold folding clasp and safety catch.

Technical specifications

ReferenceRolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116515 LN
Movement4130, Manufacture Rolex Chronograph movement with column wheel and vertical clutch
Functions- Chronograph with accuracy to 1⁄8th of a second
- 30-minute and 12-hour totalizers
- Tachymetric scale on the bezel to measure speed
- Small seconds hand at 6 o’clock
- Stop-seconds for precise time setting
Oscillator- Frequency: 28,800 beats/hour (4 Hz)
- Non-magnetic blue PARACHROM hairspring
- Breguet overcoil
- Large balance wheel with variable inertia
- High-precision regulating via four gold MICROSTELLA nuts
- Traversing balance bridge
Jewels44
Power-reserve72 hours
Case- OYSTER (monobloc middle case, screw-down case back, winding crown and chronograph pushers)
- 18 ct EVEROSE gold, polished finish
- Scratch-resistant sapphire
Diameter40 mm
Water-resistance100 meters
DialsChocolate brown, totalizer borders in 18 ct pink gold or Ivory colored, snailed totalizers in 18 ct pink gold
StrapBlack Alligator mississippiensis leather and 18 ct EVEROSE gold OYSTERLOCK folding clasp with safety catch

The Rolex Daytona 116515 LN is presented in 18 ct EVEROSE gold, an alloy created by Rolex; the chocolate brown or ivory colored dial with gold hour markers on the Rolex Daytona 116515 LN is a very trendy novelty; The comfortable strap in black alligator leather with an 18 ct EVEROSE gold folding clasp and safety latch keep the Rolex Daytona 116515 LN tightly strapped to your wrist.

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8 Responses to “ Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona 116515 LN ”
  1. Ricci Stevenson

    Apr 12, 2011
    Reply

    I have to get one of these. Rolex still has the edge!
    How much is this one retailing for?

  2. Yes I agree. I still prefer the Submariner for myself but I think this would be a good match for my husband (and that way I can stare at it all day.. haha). I love the warm color tones this version has and can’t wait to see it for real.

  3. There was the Daytona Paul Newman and now there is the 2011 ROLESOR Daytona… This model is really a head turner. The new black Cerachrom bezel looks amazingly clean and modern. I don’t know what the MSRP is but i’ll bet there’s going to be a hefty premium on this one.

  4. goodlife808

    Apr 14, 2011
    Reply

    @RoloFan I agree, this new version is very nice. I never really understood the Hype around the Paul Newman, visually I prefer this one.

  5. WOW! Don’t like gold Rolex but this one is very beautiful.

  6. The watch was released a few days ago to purchase and the first shipment should be in September or October.  I just put a deposit on one today.  The MSRP is $27,650.00.  A beautiful watch!

  7. Daytonas only look great in pictures. Once you try it on the wrist, its puny!
    I wont buy one until they upsize the dial to 45mm.
    And im not even a big asian man. Size wise its just too small. Rolex really needs to address the new gen watch lovers of oversize watches. Rolex is too deep rooted in its tradition and this refusal to adapt to a changing world is what alienates younger buyers from rolex. Doesnt have to be that way.

  8. I agreed with Nikana. 40mm is a bit small for a man. When Rolex can upsize to 42mm, it is great.
    That Daytona 116515LN is very well designed. Not old style Rolex. Really want to buy one. It is not available in Hong Kong so far. Not happy.


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