LeBron James made headlines when he wore a rare Rolex ‘Eye of the Tiger’ watch during a Lakers game at the Staples Center in late March. This particular Rolex model is a unique and аggressive version of the iconic Daytona model, officially known as the Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona. Although it was not included in the official Rolex catalog, it can be found in select stores that specialize in high-end watches.

The ‘Eye of the Tiger’ model is highly sought after and comes with a price tag exceeding €200,000, with some versions featuring a bracelet made of gold and diamonds reaching €400,000. LeBron James’ watch featured a black Oysterflex strap, which is a patented design by Rolex. The strap combines metal blades made of titanium and nickel alloy with a high-performance elastomer outer layer for durability. The inner part of the bracelet includes cushion-like elements for stability and enhanced comfort. The watch is secured with a deployable safety clasp made of 18-carat yellow gold, also patented by Rolex.

The Daytona ‘Eye of the Tiger’ stands out with its visually striking case. It features a Triplock crown with a triple waterproofness system and protectors carved into the middle case. The watch’s crystal is made of scratch-resistant sapphire, providing optimal protection for the precise movement housed within the Oyster case, which is waterproof up to 100 meters. LeBron James’ watch has a middle case crafted from a solid block of 18-carat yellow gold, and the back is adorned with a fluted pattern that can only be accessed by Rolex watchmakers.

Inside the ‘Eye of the Tiger’ watch beats the calibre 4130, a self-winding mechanical chronograph movement exclusive to Rolex. The chronograph function is built with a minimal number of components, ensuring reliability and precision. It incorporates a robust column wheel and a vertical clutch mechanism for immediate and highly precise starts.

LeBron James’ choice to wear the ‘Eye of the Tiger’ Rolex watch not only showcases his luxurious taste but has also captivated fans and watch enthusiasts worldwide.