
Cosmograph DaytonaOyster, 40 mm, yellow gold
This Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona in 18 kt yellow gold, with a black, diamond-set dial and an Oyster bracelet, features 18 kt yellow gold bezel with engraved tachymetric scale.
This chronograph was designed to be the ultimate timing tool for endurance racing drivers. More than 50 years after its creation, the Cosmograph Daytona remains in a class of its own among sport chronographs and continues to transcend time.


Black dial
With chronograph counters
This model features a black, diamond-set dial with snailed counters, 18 kt gold applique hour markers and hands with a Chromalight display, a highly-legible luminescent material.
The central sweep seconds hand allows an accurate reading of 1/8 second, while the two counters on the dial display the lapsed time in hours and minutes. Drivers can accurately map out their track times and tactics without fail.
Model features
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The tachymetric scale High-performance chronograph -
18 kt yellow gold Commitment to excellence -
The Oyster bracelet Alchemy of form and function -
Start, Drive, Stop The ultimate racing tool watch -
4130 Movement Superlative performance
More Cosmograph Daytona
Technical Details
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Reference 116508
Model Case
- Model Case
- Oyster, 40 mm, yellow gold
- Oyster Architecture
- Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
- Diameter
- 40 mm
- Material
- 18 kt yellow gold
- Bezel
- Fixed, with engraved tachymetric scale, in 18 kt yellow gold
- Winding Crown
- Screw-down, Triplock triple waterproofness system
- Crystal
- Scratch-resistant sapphire
- Water Resistance
- Waterproof to 100 metres / 330 feet
Movement
- Movement
- Perpetual, mechanical chronograph, self-winding
- Calibre
- 4130, Manufacture Rolex
- Precision
- -2/+2 sec/day, after casing
- Functions
- Centre hour, minute and seconds hands, small seconds hand at 6 o'clock. Chronograph (centre hand) accurate to within 1/8 of a second, 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock and 12-hour counter at 9 o'clock. Stop seconds for precise time setting
- Oscillator
- Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring
- Winding
- Bidirectional self-winding via Perpetual rotor
- Power reserve
- Approximately 72 hours
Bracelet
- Bracelet
- Oyster, flat three-piece links
- Bracelet Material
- 18 kt yellow gold
- Clasp
- Folding Oysterlock safety clasp with Easylink 5 mm comfort extension link
Dial
- Dial
- Black set with diamonds
- Gem setting
- Diamonds in 18 kt gold settings
- Details
- Dial with snailed small counters
Certification
- Certification
- Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex certification after casing)
How to Set your
Cosmograph Daytona
Synonymous with excellence and reliability, Rolex watches are designed for everyday wear, and depending on the model, perfectly suited for a wide range of sports and other activities. Built to last, these timepieces are characterized by their distinctive and timeless aesthetics. The Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona is designed for those with a passion for driving and speed. Learn more about its features and how to set the time and use the chronograph functions by watching the video.