Description

Horological excellence is embodied in the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Reference 126506 Arabic, a timepiece that represents the pinnacle of the manufacturer’s chronograph collection. The watch is meticulously crafted from 950 platinum, Rolex’s most prestigious metal, which is immediately identifiable by its distinctive ice blue dial—a color exclusively reserved for the brand’s platinum models.

The dial is adorned with applied Arabic numerals at each hour position except 3, 6, and 9 o’clock, where the chronograph subdials are positioned in perfect symmetry. This rare Arabic numeral configuration adds a distinctive character to this particular reference, setting it apart from the more common index-marked Daytona models. The hands and hour markers are fashioned from 18K white gold to prevent tarnishing, while Chromalight luminescent material ensures exceptional legibility in low-light conditions.

Most remarkably, this platinum Daytona features a sapphire crystal caseback—a revolutionary departure from Rolex’s traditional solid casebacks. Through this transparent window, the new caliber 4131 movement is proudly displayed for the first time in the brand’s history. This groundbreaking decision allows connoisseurs to appreciate the exceptional finishing and technical sophistication of Rolex’s latest-generation chronograph movement, with its Chronergy escapement, Paraflex shock absorbers, and meticulously decorated components.

The 40mm case maintains the iconic Daytona profile with screw-down pushers that ensure water resistance to 100 meters. The monobloc Cerachrom bezel in black ceramic displays a tachymetric scale that allows the wearer to measure average speeds up to 400 units per hour.

The self-winding mechanism provides a power reserve of approximately 72 hours, while the movement is certified as a Superlative Chronometer, guaranteeing exceptional precision in daily wear.

The timepiece is secured to the wrist by the iconic Oyster bracelet in matching platinum, which is equipped with the Oysterlock safety clasp and Easylink comfort extension system. Each link is meticulously finished with alternating polished and brushed surfaces.

This exceptional chronograph represents a watershed moment in Rolex’s history—combining their legendary technical prowess with unprecedented transparency that celebrates the beauty of their mechanical artistry.

Rolex – bio

Founded in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis in London, initially as Wilsdorf & Davis Ltd. Renamed Rolex by 1908 and moved its base of operations to Geneva, Switzerland in 1919.  Their success is due to their innovation namely the legendary “Oyster” case – first water resistant watch and their extremely reliable movements.
The most famous models are Datejust, Day-Date, Daytona, Explorer, GMT-Master, Submariner and many more.
The company is owned by the Hans Wilsdorf Foundation, a family private trust.
One story, never confirmed by Wilsdorf, recounts that the name came from the French words “horlogerie exquise”‘è, meaning “exquisite clockwork”.