How does the 126508 differ from the previous gold Daytona?

It uses the caliber 4131 movement, which replaced the 4130, and keeps the 40mm gold case, white dial and tachymeter bezel layout. The update brought a revised movement with a more efficient escapement and updated finishing.

Is the Daytona 126508 safe to swim with?

Yes. It is rated to 100 meters with a screw-down case back, a Triplock crown and screw-down pushers, so swimming is fine as long as the pushers and crown are fully tightened.

What is the case size and material?

The case is 40mm in diameter, made of 18k yellow gold, with a matching gold fixed bezel engraved with a tachymetric scale.

What comes in the box?

The watch is supplied with a Rolex box and a Rolex warranty card.

Is the white dial easy to read?

Yes. The white dial contrasts with the gold case and the black markings, and the three counters at 3, 6 and 9 o'clock are clearly separated.

Where is the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 126508 cheapest?

At SOVEREIGN WATCH CO., for $145.00, 100% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 126508?

10 stores we checked sell it, including Outlet Watches, SOVEREIGN WATCH CO., Diamond Source NYC, Manfredi Jewels, Hamra Jewelers.

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 126508

Q: Does the bracelet have a size adjustment?

The Oyster bracelet uses a folding Oysterlock safety clasp with an Easylink 5mm comfort extension link for small adjustments on the wrist.

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What reviewers say

Owners of the gold Daytona praise the weight, finish and the caliber 4131's smooth pusher feel, and many call the white dial the most legible of the gold options.

What people mention

Build and finishPraisedOwners describe the gold case and bracelet as finely finished and substantial in the hand.
WeightMixedThe solid gold construction gives a satisfying heft, but some wearers find it heavy over a full day.
ScratchesCriticisedPolished gold surfaces and the clasp show hairline scratches quickly with regular wear.
ChronographPraisedThe caliber 4131's pushers are described as crisp and the counters easy to read.

About the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 126508

The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 126508 is a men's luxury chronograph with a 40mm round case in 18k yellow gold. It has a white dial and a fixed 18k yellow gold bezel with an engraved tachymetric scale. The crystal is scratch-resistant sapphire, and the watch carries a Swiss Made label.

It uses the Rolex caliber 4131 Perpetual, a self-winding mechanical chronograph movement. Center hour and minute hands show the time, and a small seconds hand sits at 6 o'clock. The chronograph seconds are shown by the center seconds hand, with a 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock and a 12-hour counter at 9 o'clock. Stop-seconds allows exact time setting.

The case back and winding crown are screw-down, with the Triplock triple waterproofness system. The watch is water resistant to 100 meters (330 feet). It sits on an Oyster bracelet with three-piece solid links and a folding Oysterlock safety clasp with an Easylink 5 mm comfort extension link.

Brand

Rolex

Series

Cosmograph Daytona

Model number

126508

Gender

Men's

Case material

18k yellow gold

Case shape

Round

Case diameter

40mm

Bezel

Fixed, 18k yellow gold, with engraved tachymetric scale

Dial

White

Crystal

Sapphire, scratch-resistant

Movement

Rolex caliber 4131 Perpetual, mechanical chronograph, self-winding

Functions

Center hour and minute hands, small seconds at 6 o'clock, chronograph center seconds hand, 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock, 12-hour counter at 9 o'clock, stop seconds