Pinnacle Chrono sources the Rolex Panda Daytona to order: the white-dial Cosmograph Daytona 126500LN in current production and the discontinued 116500LN it replaced. Both are steel, 40mm, with a black Cerachrom bezel and black subdials on a white dial, the combination collectors call the Panda. Independent dealer in Fort Lauderdale, no allocation, no purchase history. Each piece is authenticated, its warranty-card date and set status stated, and shipped insured nationwide.
Daytona references held in hand are in the Cosmograph Daytona collection and under in stock. Everything else is sourced to order.
Panda Daytona references and current market prices
The Panda Daytona 126500LN trades at approximately $32,000 to $38,000 for a complete set, against a 2026 US retail price of around $16,900. The white dial carries a consistent premium over the black-dial 126500LN, and the discontinued 116500LN Panda is quoted per piece.
| Reference | Dial | Movement | Produced | Approx. market, complete set |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 126500LN-0001 | White, black subdials (Panda) | Calibre 4131, 72 hours | 2023 to present | $32,000 to $38,000 |
| 126500LN-0002 | Black, white subdials (reverse Panda) | Calibre 4131, 72 hours | 2023 to present | $30,000 to $33,000 |
| 116500LN | White, black subdials (Panda) | Calibre 4130, 72 hours | 2016 to 2023 | Price on enquiry |
| 116520 | White, silver subdials, steel bezel | Calibre 4130, 72 hours | 2000 to 2016 | Price on enquiry |
Watches without box and papers typically trade below these ranges. Unworn examples with a 2026 warranty card sit at the top.
What the Panda Daytona is
Panda is the collector name for a chronograph with a light dial and dark subdials, and on a Rolex it means the white-dial Cosmograph Daytona in steel with the black ceramic bezel. Rolex introduced that combination on the 116500LN at Baselworld 2016, and it became the most requested steel Rolex of the following decade. The 126500LN succeeded it in 2023 with calibre 4131, a slimmer bezel with a polished metal edge around the tachymeter, and a redesigned case. The earlier 116520 with a steel bezel is sometimes called a Panda too, though its subdials are silver rather than black.
Panda Daytona availability without the waitlist
The 126500LN is the most allocated watch in the Rolex catalog. Authorized dealers place it with long-standing clients, and a buyer without purchase history has no realistic route to one at retail. Pinnacle Chrono sources the Panda Daytona on the open market, quotes the premium plainly, and lets the buyer choose between an unworn current-card example and a lower-priced earlier piece. The reasoning is on the Rolex waitlist alternative page.
Why buy a Panda Daytona from Pinnacle Chrono
Every Daytona is authenticated before it is offered: serial and rehaut, calibre and chronograph function, dial printing and lume, bezel, case and bracelet stretch, all checked against the reference and described on the authentication page. Box, papers and warranty-card date are stated on every quote. Pinnacle Chrono is a member of Jewelers of America, the Jewelers Board of Trade and the IWJG, quotes competitive rates in writing, and ships fully insured.
How sourcing a Panda Daytona works
- Send the reference and whether an unworn current-card piece or an earlier example is preferred, via the enquiry form or by phone.
- Pinnacle Chrono locates a specific watch and quotes it with photographs, condition and set status.
- Authentication, service if required, and insured shipping on approval.
Full detail on how watch sourcing works. Trades are taken against the Daytona through sell or trade your watch.
Panda Daytona for Fort Lauderdale and South Florida collectors
Pinnacle Chrono is based in Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334, and sources the Daytona for collectors from Las Olas Isles and Rio Vista through Harbor Beach, and along the coast to Boca Raton, Palm Beach, Sunny Isles Beach and Miami. The local Daytona market is covered on the Rolex Daytona in Fort Lauderdale page, and the wider Rolex picture on Rolex in Fort Lauderdale.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Rolex Panda Daytona?
A Rolex Panda Daytona 126500LN costs approximately $32,000 to $38,000 for a complete set on the secondary market, against a retail price of around $16,900. The discontinued 116500LN Panda is quoted per piece. Pinnacle Chrono sources both to order.
What is the difference between the 116500LN and 126500LN Panda?
The 126500LN (2023 to present) runs calibre 4131 and has a slimmer ceramic bezel with a polished metal ring and a revised case. The 116500LN (2016 to 2023) runs calibre 4130 with the earlier bezel. Both are 40mm steel with a white dial and black subdials.
Can I buy a Panda Daytona without a waitlist?
Yes. Pinnacle Chrono, an independent dealer in Fort Lauderdale, sources the Panda Daytona to order with no allocation or purchase history, at a stated premium over retail.
Is the Panda Daytona worth more than the black dial?
Yes, consistently. The white-dial 126500LN-0001 trades several thousand dollars above the black-dial 126500LN-0002 in equivalent condition, and the gap has held since the 116500LN generation.
Does a sourced Panda Daytona come with box and papers?
Every Daytona quote states whether box, papers and warranty card are present and gives the card date. A full set costs more; a watch-only example is offered at the lower figure where the buyer prefers it.
Enquire about a Panda Daytona
Send the reference through the enquiry form, call 954-667-8319, or email sales@pinnaclechrono.com. Pinnacle Chrono, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334. Monday to Friday, 10:00 to 18:00 ET.
Prices shown are approximate market ranges for complete sets and move with demand. Call 954-667-8319 for accurate pricing on the day.