Since its humble beginnings in 1963, the Rolex Daytona chronograph has evolved from a functional timepiece to a coveted status symbol. The introduction of a self-winding movement in the late 1980s marked a turning point, propelling the Daytona into the realm of one of the most important sports watches of the 21st century.

Today, the Cosmograph Daytona stands out as one of the most diverse models in Rolex’s Professional Collection, boasting over 60 different variations. From 18k yellow, white, or Everose gold to two-tone steel and gold, full stainless steel, and the pinnacle of opulence, solid platinum, the choices are extensive. The Daytona Rainbow, however, transcends the ordinary, representing a super rare off-catalog collection that pushes the boundaries of luxury watchmaking.

Rolex Rainbow Daytona: An Exclusive Marvel

Beyond the publicly available Daytona models lies a collection shrouded in secrecy. These off-catalog watches, exemplified by the Rainbow Daytona, are ultra-exclusive pieces characterized by extravagant designs and produced in incredibly limited quantities. While the exact number of Rainbow Daytonas remains undisclosed, their scarcity only adds to their allure.

Despite their bold aesthetics, some of these exclusive Rolex watches, such as the Leopard Daytona ref. 116598 SACO, were ahead of their time. The Rainbow Daytona, however, has found its place in the present era, commanding prices three times higher than its already staggering retail value.

Rolex Rainbow Daytona: A Closer Look  

Reference Numbers: 116598RBOW, 116599RBOW, 116595RBOW

Case Diameter: 40mm

Materials: 18k Gold (Yellow, White, or Everose Gold)

Functions: Time w/ Running Seconds, 12-Hour Chronograph

Dial: Black or Diamond Pave w/ Crystal Gold Registers and Baguette-Cut Sapphire or Square-Cut Diamond Hour Markers

Bezel: Fixed, 36 Baguette-Cut Rainbow Gradated Sapphires

Crystal: Sapphire (Flat)

Water Resistance: 100 Meters / 330 Feet

Movement: Rolex Caliber 4130

Strap/Bracelet: Oyster Bracelet

The Rainbow Daytona’s distinguishing feature lies in its bezel adorned with 36 multicolored gems, meticulously selected for uniformity in size, shape, and color. The Everose gold version takes this precision a step further, mirroring the shade of the baguette-cut sapphires with its hour markers.

Rolex Rainbow Daytona: A Masterpiece Movement

Beneath its extravagant exterior, the Rainbow Daytona remains true to its roots as part of the Rolex Daytona collection. Powered by the in-house Caliber 4130 movement, Rolex’s self-winding marvel, the watch maintains the Daytona’s legacy as one of the finest mass-produced chronograph movements. The vertical clutch ensures precise starts and stops, while the Parachrom hairspring enhances resistance to magnetism and temperature variations.

Rolex Rainbow Daytona: Price and Rarity

Upon release, the Rainbow Daytona models ranked among Rolex’s most expensive watches. However, their value has surged on the pre-owned market, with prices nearly tripling since their launch. The Rainbow Daytona commands a starting price of over $250,000, with the diamond pave dial Everose gold version reaching double that amount.

Celebrities and the Rainbow Daytona

Celebrities with flamboyant tastes have embraced the Rainbow Daytona. Notable figures like Post Malone, John Mayer, Adam Levine, Kevin Hart, Mark Wahlberg, and Miley Cyrus adorn their wrists with these vibrant timepieces. From the sports world, Patrick Mahomes, Anthony Davis, and Antoine Griezmann showcase their affinity for the Rainbow Daytona.

The Rolex Rainbow Daytona represents a departure from Rolex’s traditional conservatism, allowing the brand to explore extravagant designs with unmatched artistry. While not for everyone, these watches exude sophistication and fun, making them a unique addition to any collection for those with the confidence and means to indulge.

Among the intricate details that adorn Rolex timepieces, one element often draws curiosity and intrigue—the red hand. While the design of a Rolex watch is characterized by its clean lines and refined aesthetics, the red hand carries a distinct meaning that adds depth and significance to these iconic timekeepers. 
The red hand on a fake Rolex watch typically indicates a second-time zone, popularly known as a GMT hand. GMT stands for Greenwich Mean Time, which is the reference time used in aviation and international communications.
Rolex’s decision to incorporate a red GMT hand isn’t merely a stylistic choice; it reflects the brand’s commitment to functionality and innovation. Traveling across time zones can be a frequent occurrence for global travelers, pilots, and professionals working in international settings. The red hand enables wearers to easily track their home time while adjusting to a new local time, aiding in planning and communication.
The association of the red hand with the GMT function has historical roots in Rolex’s GMT-Master collection. Introduced in the 1950s, the GMT-Master was initially developed in collaboration with Pan American World Airways (Pan Am) for their pilots. The red GMT hand allowed pilots to keep track of both their home time and the time at their destination, a critical feature for accurate flight operations.
Despite its functional purpose, the red GMT hand seamlessly integrates into Rolex’s design language, reflecting the brand’s commitment to aesthetics. Rolex watches are known for their timeless elegance and versatility, and the inclusion of the red hand on certain models enhances these characteristics without compromising the watch’s sophistication.
The red hand on a replica Rolex watch is far from just a visual element; it carries a meaningful purpose deeply rooted in functionality and innovation. On a GMT hand, it exemplifies Rolex’s dedication to providing practical features that cater to the needs of modern travelers and professionals. With its historical significance and the brand’s meticulous attention to detail, the red hand becomes a distinct symbol of both utility and luxury—an emblematic representation of Rolex’s watchmaking excellence.

Rolex has released a new 40mm model in its Explorer collection, offering enhanced readability and durability. The new Explorer 40 is crafted in Oyster steel, an alloy unique to Rolex that offers superior luster and corrosion resistance. The robust and reliable Oyster case is made from a single piece of Oyster steel. It features a virtually scratch-resistant, anti-reflective sapphire crystal for the first time in the Explorer collection. A Twinlock winding crown with a double water-resistance system screws securely onto the case.  
Designed to provide excellent readability in all conditions, the Chromalight display of the Explorer 40 emits a constant blue glow in dark conditions and produces a bright white hue in daylight. The luminescent material used is renowned for its exceptional performance and is exclusive to Rolex. The Explorer 40 features a satin-finished middle case, bracelet and clasp, and polished case sides that reflect light for an understated harmony.
The new Explorer 40 retains the simplicity, robustness and corrosion resistance that have made the Explorer a reference for decades. The three-piece link Oyster bracelet remains the most versatile of the Oyster Perpetual collection and is renowned for its robustness. With its enhanced readability, durability and understated harmony, the Explorer 40 invites a fresh look at this iconic watch. Overall, the copy Rolex Explorer 40mm is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a high-quality, versatile, and iconic luxury watch that is built to last.

Whether it’s a pre-owned Rolex or a new Rolex, it’s still a Rolex. Rolex watches are known for their timeless design, superb craftsmanship, and cutting-edge technology. These characteristics have been present in every Rolex on the market since the company was founded in 1914. Whether you buy a new Rolex or a pre-owned Rolex, there is no difference; each watch maintains the Rolex tradition. There are many benefits to buying a pre-owned Rolex, from reduced prices to antique designs.  
Price is perhaps the most obvious advantage of buying a lightly used Rolex from a reliable source. It goes without saying that a new Rolex is an expensive piece of jewelry. A new Rolex Submariner date watch costs over $50,000; however, the replica Rolex Submariner, a pre-owned model, costs only $9,995. The affordability of a pre-owned Rolex allows fans of the brand who cannot afford a new watch to enjoy the pleasure of owning a truly magnificent timepiece that carries the values and heritage of the brand.
Another benefit of buying a pre-owned Rolex is that it may increase in value over time. This is especially true if you have a pre-owned model that has been discontinued, has become unique, or has a particular design aspect or manufacturing process. If you keep a piece for a long time, it will often see a resurgence in popularity and its value will rise.
Another benefit of owning a pre-owned Rolex is that many of them have vintage value. While there are definitely the highest-priced vintage Rolex watches at auctions and from individual sellers, vintage does not automatically guarantee that your Rolex is worth a lot of money. On the other hand, your pre-owned copy Rolex is more likely to have an understated vintage value that evokes the elegance and style of a bygone era.
One of the nicest things about buying a pre-owned Rolex watch is that you get almost all of the same perks that come with buying a new fake Rolex watch. Your pre-owned Rolex is still a Rolex and all Rolex watches are made with the same high quality, time-tested materials, meticulous attention to detail, and unique design as a new Rolex watch.
One of the advantages of buying a pre-owned Rolex is the low price, access to rare original watch parts, and the avoidance of market depreciation. If you’re in the market for a new watch, you’ll appreciate the variety of retail models available.

Today, let’s talk about the 2021 Rolex GMT-Master II model 126710BLNR (black and blue bezel) and 126710BLRO (blue and red bezel) watches, now available on a three-chain Oyster bracelet. As is the case with many new Rolex watches, the hype surrounding these two models will only be noticed by the brand’s seasoned followers. In fact, these watches are very similar to the existing Rolex 126710 GMT-Master II replica watches, their sister watches with the same reference number, but both with Rolex Jubilee bracelets   
The 3285 automatic movement has time, date, and GMT hands indicating the second time zone in a 24-hour format. This “Super Chronometer” is doubly certified for its accuracy and performance. The highly reliable movement runs at 4Hz and has a 70-hour power reserve. 40mm wide and topped with a sapphire crystal, the case is water-resistant to 100 m. The GMT-Master II is a traditional Rolex travel watch, originally designed for the needs of commercial airline pilots who needed to know the time in other places.
A key feature of many GMT-Masters is the two-color bezel, whose different colors correspond to the morning and afternoon times. This is to help the wearer visually reference the day/night cycle more effectively, but it’s also where Rolex adds color. Black and blue and blue and red are just two of the various color mixes that have been used for the GMT-Master II bezel over the years. And, Rolex is likely to add more color flavors in the future. What brings these two-tone GMT bezels into the modern era is producing them in ceramic.
Rolex came close to this in the Jubilee version of the same fake watch, but now on the Oyster steel band, they effectively make the 18K white gold generation model feel a bit like an estranged cousin which is older, more expensive, and not visually distinguishable. Rolex would certainly say that while everything we say may be true, they had limited production initially because making those blue and red Cerachrom bezels was slow.
Commercially speaking, this will help more people enjoy a modern icon – getting a popular Rolex movement is a difficult thing to do in this day and age, and given that it sounds like replica Rolex will continue to produce more movements, this is an important statement. As for the steel GMT-Master II Pepsi watch, the story is somewhat similar, with Rolex now producing more units with a look that is known to be popular with consumers.
The comfortable Oyster bracelet has a folding and locking safety, as well as a 5mm long “comfort extension” which is a simple micro-adjustment system. Now, I hope that if you want one of these timepieces, getting one will be just as comfortable as having one – but who are we kidding, 2022?