Rolex Daytona 116598TBR “Eye of the Tiger” Yellow Gold Diamond Accents
Overview
The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116598TBR “Eye of the Tiger” is a spectacular creation that merges Rolex’s motorsport chronograph DNA with the artistry of gem-setting. Crafted in 18K yellow gold and featuring an exotic diamond-paved dial with hypnotic tiger-stripe motifs, it embodies power, luxury, and exclusivity. Enhanced with diamond-set lugs and a precious sapphire bezel, this watch has become one of the most visually striking and highly sought-after Daytona references.
Design & Materials
- Case: 18K yellow gold, 40 mm, Oyster construction with screw-down pushers and Triplock crown.
- Bezel: Fully set with baguette-cut diamonds, providing a radiant halo of brilliance.
- Dial: Unique black lacquer and diamond “Tiger Eye” motif dial, paved with brilliant-cut diamonds and accented with gold sub-dials.
- Hour Markers: Champagne-gold applied indexes with luminous accents for legibility.
- Lugs & Crown Guards: Decorated with brilliant-cut diamonds, enhancing the watch’s prestige.
- Bracelet: 18K yellow gold Oyster bracelet with Oysterlock clasp and Easylink extension system.
- Aesthetic: A bold and extravagant fusion of sportiness and jewelry art, giving the Daytona a fearless yet elegant presence.
Movement
- Caliber: Rolex self-winding 4130 chronograph movement.
- Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds, central chronograph seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour counters.
- Power Reserve: Approximately 72 hours.
- Certification: Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex in-house standards, ±2 seconds/day).
- Technical Features: Column wheel and vertical clutch for flawless chronograph precision.
Technical Specifications
- Reference: 116598TBR
- Collection: Cosmograph Daytona
- Case: 18K Yellow Gold, 40 mm
- Bezel: Diamond-set, baguette-cut
- Dial: Black lacquer and diamond-paved “Eye of the Tiger” motif
- Hour Markers: Applied indexes with luminous accents
- Lugs & Crown Guards: Brilliant-cut diamonds
- Bracelet: Yellow Gold Oyster bracelet with Oysterlock clasp
- Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire
- Water Resistance: 100 meters / 330 feet
- Condition: New / Unworn
- Box & Papers: Supplied with Rolex presentation box and warranty card
Prestige & Value
The Rolex Daytona “Eye of the Tiger” 116598TBR is more than a watch — it is a statement of audacity and luxury. Its daring tiger-stripe diamond dial, combined with a fully jeweled case and bezel, makes it one of the most recognizable and flamboyant Daytona references. A true collector’s icon, it symbolizes the fusion of Rolex chronograph mastery with the extravagance of haute joaillerie.
