Daytona, 126518LN 'Pikachu', Yellow Gold, 2024

Product Description

Undoubtedly the most iconic model Rolex has ever produced, Daytona named after a Florida city which became popular with motor racing enthusiasts at the turn of the last century, Daytona became the world capital of speed, in the 1950s Rolex introduced their first manual winding chronograph model 6234 featuring a tachometer/telemeter scale to measure time over distance considered by many as the first Daytona ever made. 

The long awaited Rolex Daytona upgrade was unveiled in 2023, sporting new movement, updated dials and a raft of case changes and the game changing glide lock clasp. The original 116518LN Pikachu dial had a cult following, the contrasting gold and black dial proved immensely popular and values carried a premium over retail. 

The new reference 126518LN 18karat yellow gold pikachu sports a different look to the older reference, gone are the black hour markers, replaced with all gold, the dial is also a lighter shade. The black sub dials remain albeit slightly thinner. The new ceramic bezel insert is also noticeable.

The new in house 4131 movement is an evolution of the out going 4130 architecture, with chronergy escapement, paraflex shock absorbers, and optimised ball bearings. 

Our 2024 Daytona, 126518LN, is offered in brand new unworn condition and complete with 2024 dated warranty card, both hangtags, booklets and original Rolex box. 

We welcome viewings at our Knightsbridge showroom.