When Rolex introduced the Cerachrom bezel on the Daytona 116500LN in 2016, it created one of the most sought-after steel sports watches in production. The Reverse Panda variant — black dial with white subdials — quickly became the reference point for the entire model line. Waitlists stretched for years at authorised dealers. The combination of black ceramic bezel, black dial, and bright white registers delivers a graphic, high-contrast face that photographs as well as it wears.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | 116500LN |
| Case Size | 40mm |
| Case Material | Oystersteel |
| Bezel | Cerachrom ceramic, black, engraved tachymeter |
| Dial | Black with white subdials (Reverse Panda) |
| Crystal | Sapphire |
| Movement | Automatic chronograph |
| Water Resistance | 30m |
| Bracelet | Oyster, Oystersteel |
| Clasp | Folding Oysterclasp with Easylink |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, small seconds, chronograph |
The 116500LN Reverse Panda Dial Up Close
The black dial provides the dark canvas that makes the three white subdials pop: running seconds at six o’clock, 30-minute counter at three, and 12-hour totaliser at nine. Each register is slightly recessed, creating depth visible under angled light. Applied luminescent stick markers and a red-tipped central chronograph seconds hand add functional accents to the monochrome scheme.
The Cerachrom ceramic bezel is virtually scratch-proof and maintains its deep black finish indefinitely — a significant upgrade over the painted-steel bezels of earlier Daytona generations. The Oyster bracelet with Easylink provides 5mm of on-the-fly extension. Discover all ceramic-bezel Daytona variants in the Daytona collection.
Movement Options: Swiss vs Japanese
Choose between two chronograph movement tiers for this reference:
- Swiss automatic chronograph — smooth high-beat operation, extended power reserve, and architecture modelled on the caliber 4130. The preferred option for collectors who value the closest mechanical match to the genuine piece.
- Japanese automatic chronograph — Miyota-based caliber offering dependable daily accuracy and straightforward servicing at watchmakers worldwide. A reliable option for everyday wear.
Both movements power all three chronograph subdials with start, stop, and instant-reset capability.
Shipping, Warranty and Returns
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