Replica Rolex Daytona m116500ln-0002 40mm

The 116500LN is the current-production Daytona and the first in the lineage to wear a ceramic bezel. Rolex introduced it in 2016 as the successor to the 116520, swapping the steel tachymeter bezel for a black Cerachrom insert that resists scratching and UV fading. The reference carries the “LN” suffix — Lunette Noire — denoting the black bezel. Originals now command north of $30,000 on the secondary market, driven by waitlists that stretched to half a decade before the recent market correction.

Key Specifications

The 116500LN Up Close: Case, Dial and Bracelet

The 40mm case is 904L Oystersteel — the same corrosion-resistant alloy Rolex uses across the Professional line. At 12.2mm thick, the Daytona case sits flatter on the wrist than any Submariner, thanks to a movement architecture that places the chronograph works laterally rather than stacking them vertically. The screw-down pushers at 2 and 4 o’clock lock into the case mid-piece, preventing accidental activation. The Triplock crown provides a triple-sealed waterproof barrier to 100 meters on the genuine reference.

The black dial uses contrasting silver subdial registers — a combination collectors call the “reverse Panda” layout. Applied hour markers sit on a slightly recessed main dial surface, and the minute track runs along the outer edge with red accents at the 15-second interval marks. The Cerachrom bezel carries the tachymeter scale engraved and filled with a thin platinum coating that stays legible indefinitely. Unlike the steel bezel on the predecessor 116520, this ceramic surface will not develop hairline scratches from daily wear. Browse more configurations in our Daytona collection.

The Oyster bracelet has flat three-piece links — brushed centers, polished outer edges — matching the Professional collection standard. The Easylink comfort extension in the clasp adds 5mm of length in a single position, a simpler system than the Submariner’s multi-position Glidelock but adequate for a watch not intended for wetsuit duty.

Movement Options: Swiss vs Japanese

Two movement tiers are available for this Daytona. The chronograph function operates on both — start, stop, and reset via the pushers at 2 and 4 o’clock.

• Swiss Automatic — 28,800 vph (4Hz) beat rate producing the Daytona’s characteristic smooth sweep. Column-wheel chronograph mechanism, automatic winding via bidirectional rotor, approximately 72-hour power reserve. Hacking seconds and chronograph reset to zero. This tier mirrors the specifications of Rolex’s in-house caliber 4130, which has powered every Daytona since 2000.
• Japanese Automatic — Miyota-based movement with functional chronograph, automatic winding, and approximately 40-hour power reserve. Lower beat rate than the Swiss option, but proven reliability and straightforward servicing at any independent watchmaker. The practical choice for buyers prioritizing daily wearability over movement-level detail.

Both options deliver working chronograph registers and automatic winding. The caliber 4130 in the genuine 116500LN was notable for integrating the chronograph mechanism with fewer parts than traditional module-on-base designs — the Swiss option here replicates that column-wheel layout and 72-hour reserve figure.

Shipping, Warranty and Returns

Every order ships with discreet packaging and full tracking. Delivery times vary by destination — see our shipping policy for detailed timeframes and methods. This watch is covered by our standard movement warranty. If your purchase does not meet expectations, review our return and exchange policy for available options.