A Breakdown of the Latest Rolex Daytona To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Rolex has released a special Daytona model. It retains the key features of the new Daytona unveiled at Watches & Wonders back in March this year. Below is a concise summary of its unique highlights for watch enthusiasts.

1. The genuine model is crafted in white gold.
2. Its dial layout reverses the classic Panda design: a black main dial paired with white sub-dials.
3. The number “100” on the ceramic tachymeter bezel is printed in red, marking the 100th anniversary of the Le Mans endurance race.
4. The chronograph sub-dial at the 9 o’clock position is a 24-hour counter instead of the standard 12-hour counter found on regular Daytonas, designed to match the 24-hour format of the Le Mans race. This brings about the transition from Cal.4131 to Cal.4132 — not a major upgrade, but a minor functional modification built on the same technical foundation shared by Cal.4130 and Cal.4131.

The Cal.4132 movement inside this special anniversary edition is essentially a modified version of Cal.4131. The original 12-hour chronograph counter at 9 o’clock on Cal.4130 / 4131 is reworked into a 24-hour counter to reflect the 24-hour duration of the Le Mans race. This single adjustment earns it the new Cal.4132 reference number. In all other respects, Cal.4132 stays identical to Cal.4131 fitted in the current new Daytona lineup. It features the blue Parachrom hairspring, Chronergy escapement, upgraded ball-bearing rotor with extra ball bearings, and a 72-hour power reserve, all unchanged. To suit the display caseback, Cal.4132 is equipped with an all-gold rotor.

The retail price of the genuine watch hits 430,000. Its actual market transaction price can surge far higher. This one is for serious collectors with the budget. This replica is made by APS Factory, with a slightly modified movement supplied by a Shanghai movement manufacturer. It shares the same overall technical specifications as the standard version. If you love something unique and are fond of the Paul Newman Daytona style, this piece is worth considering.