Daytona has undergone many detail changes so far and has always attracted many watch friends with its fashionable design style. The old Ref.116500LN belongs to the 6th generation of Daytona. It is a style with overwhelming value and status. Even though discontinued, it will still be popular as a prevalent model.
Ref.116500LN was produced from 2016 to 2023 when the new Ref.126500LN appeared and was discontinued. It is a series with a relatively short production time in Daytona’s history. Ref.126500LN and Ref.116500LN have mostly stayed the same in appearance. Next, I will share the differences between the steel white plate Ref.126500LN and the old Ref.116500LN. Please forgive me if it is not comprehensive enough.
In terms of bezels, the old and new models also use ceramic bezels, which have impeccable viewing performance and durability. As long as new technologies do not emerge, this kind of ceramic bezel should be the mainstream of Rolex for a long time. However, the new model has still changed the outer ring of the bezel. Ref. 126500LN has a metal outer ring added to the outer ring of the bezel. This is also the easiest way to distinguish the old and new models. Fake Rolex.
In terms of the dial, the thickness of the time scale and the size of the outer ring of the sub-dial are also different. Ref.126500LN (picture below, bottom) is like Ref.16520; the scale is thinner, and the outer ring is more petite. Ref.116500LN (image below, top) is Relatively thick. Although it is a subtle change, the overall feeling is to make the panda plate look more beautiful. Another noticeable difference is the [SWISS MADE] mark at six o’clock on the dial. The new model has a small crown between the two words. This feature can also be seen in some cash models of other series.
In addition, the design change of the lugs is a trend of Rolex in recent years, and its changes can also be seen in Daytona. Compared with 116500LN, the lugs of 126500LN have a vertically steep design when viewed from the side, and the length of the lugs is also shortened. The lugs of the old Ref. 116500LN (pictured below and above) are asymmetrical when viewed from the front, but the new model (pictured below and below) has a symmetrical design. However, the lug of the 1165 series gold watch is also the same design as the new model, so it is more correct to say that it is not the latest lug design but a design close to the old gold watch. Fake watches for sale.
In terms of movement, the old 4130 movement has been upgraded to 4131 and 4132 movements. Friends who are interested in specific details can go to the official website to take a look. Regarding market prices, since the appearance difference between the new and old models is not very big, their prices are also similar; however, since the old Ref. 116500LN has only been produced for about seven years; the production cycle is relatively short in the history of Daytona. Coupled with the popularity of Panda Di, it is predicted that its market price will only slowly rise in the future. Of course, the most important thing when buying a watch is to like it.
Model: m116500ln-0001
Band Length: 19cm
Engine: Rolex Calibre 7750/Mingzhu Engine
Brand: Rolex
Band Color: Silver-tone
Gender: Men’s
Series: Daytona