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Solo118 · 14 November 2013, 02:15 AM

No matter what, the Daytona will be THE Rolex for me. I am thankful to have one at the moment, and the 116520 will always be on top of my list.

CFAmick · 14 November 2013, 02:39 AM

My new grail is a black dial SS Daytona.

alanc · 14 November 2013, 03:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

The modern day Daytona has never been on my list and to be honest cannot see why all the fuss was over the SS version. Perhaps it was just the fact of owing and wearing a watch that was at one time hard to get at retail.But if willing to pay the crazy money some were asking then quite easy to find.Its a great movement but just do not like the style,now a 6263 Daytona dial and its simple black bezel insert then perhaps I could grow to like the modern Daytona.

I agree, and the 6263 Daytona looks a lot like the pre-tiger Tudor chronos that I lust after as well.

Roley · 14 November 2013, 03:09 AM

The Daytona 116520 SS is the "GRAIL" in my Rolex stainless steel collection. And if and when they come out with a ceramic version in SS....I will love mine even more. ($$$$$).

Tooomey · 14 November 2013, 03:14 AM

The Daytona is beautiful piece but let's be honest its way over priced for a SS watch! You can get GMT IIc for $8400 and it looks just as good if not better because of the ceramic IMO. If the Daytona was the only SS sport watch with updated clasp and PCL's like it once was that makes things a little different. Most people rarely buy that watch for the crono function so what does it really offer more than a GMT or Sub. Nothing. Even though it's a beautiful piece supply and demand is what made it most desirable. Everyone wants what that can't get. Some people and places who are not in the loop are still holding on to this like its a rare piece! Although I can admit it's harder to come buy than a Sub.

jvo300 · 14 November 2013, 03:17 AM

Had a modern Daytona and let it go. Frankly, it just didn't do it for me. I see them in dealer windows all the time. I'm kind of interested in the vintage models, but the prices are just too high for me now (I missed that boat).

BLACKHORSE 6 · 14 November 2013, 04:58 AM

I love my black dial SS Daytona. I use the chronograph function all the time; sometimes for my own amusement to time how long people ramble on during lectures or presentations, but also for road trips, cooking, and other projects.

GTS Dean · 15 November 2013, 12:46 AM

My wife bought me my Daytona for an anniversary gift in '98. I wore it almost daily for over 10 years in my heavy construction business and it is a rugged piece. I bought myself a II-C a few years ago, and not long afterward, a Speedy Pro. The later additions get nearly all the wrist time now. The Speedy is much easier to read, and daily winding is its only drawback.

____________________________
TT OysterQuartz
SS/Black "U" Daytona
TT GMT II-C
DD OysterQuartz
Breitling Aero
Omega Speedmaster Pro

kcmo · 15 November 2013, 02:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTS Dean

My wife bought me my Daytona for an anniversary gift in '98. I wore it almost daily for over 10 years in my heavy construction business and it is a rugged piece. I bought myself a II-C a few years ago, and not long afterward, a Speedy Pro. The later additions get nearly all the wrist time now. The Speedy is much easier to read, and daily winding is its only drawback.

____________________________
TT OysterQuartz
SS/Black "U" Daytona
TT GMT II-C
DD OysterQuartz
Breitling Aero
Omega Speedmaster Pro

Your Daytona still looks awesome at 15 years old!

AK797 · 15 November 2013, 06:00 AM

Just wish they were a bit bigger, esp in this day and age and as its a chrono.

Lew Archer · 15 November 2013, 07:18 AM

The first time I saw a photo of a white dial, SS, Daytona, I thought, "That's a beauty!"

I saw one in an AD about two or three years ago. I was told they were very hard to come by. The price was then around $10k. I thought, "that's a beauty." I wasn't in a position to shell out that much, though.

From that point on, every time I saw a photo of the watch, I thought, "maybe some day."

Earlier this year, I bit the bullet and asked my AD to track one down. By then, the price had climbed to $12k. Waiting cost me two grand! Anyway, they had no trouble and a few days later, I took that beauty home.

It is not the most practical chronograph, from a legibility standpoint. But, for my purposes, that's not an issue. It's an elegant, perfectly sized watch (for me). A nice blend of sports watch and dress watch. It works fine as an everyday watch or a special occasion watch. I say, wear it wherever and often. Very accurate. Very comfortable.

I feel it's low profile, too...when I've worn my Sub, I've often received comments. So far, the Daytona has not elicited such attention. Once, I complimented a guy on his SS white dial Daytona...he was surprised, as no one had ever done so before. We watch lovers know it well, but, I think, it is not as instantly recognizable as a Rolex to the non-enthusiast.

I plan to hang on to mine. When I put it on, I think, "that's a beauty". It is a pleasure to own...here are a few recent pictures:

codecow · 15 November 2013, 08:24 AM

It is a great movement and overall a watch I really enjoy wearing. I have the SS black dial, and in my area you don't see them a lot although now that I think about it I am the 3rd person in my boxing gym that I know who has one, haha.

terrywoods · 15 November 2013, 05:13 PM

The UK ADs still make out its a waiting list of years, but most have one in the back and if you have cash you can get one.

My view is the watch is now over priced for what you get but the watch still looks cool,

kbutler971 · 15 November 2013, 06:21 PM

I had a SS Daytona white dial for a period but let it go. As it turned out the white dial, polished bezel and PCL weren't for me. I also didn't like the no-date feature. Still it's a stunning piece, with any dial combo, maybe just not for me.

I did like the Heritage model portrayed on this site some time back. Really very very nice. On the other end of the spectrum, I've been eyeing a WG black diamond dial on brown leather strap model here locally. Again, a stunning piece but probably too high profile for my tastes.

dddrees · 15 November 2013, 08:41 PM

Times may have changed, but I still leally like mine.

I'm wearing it today.

Passionata · 15 November 2013, 09:44 PM

i think it s still nice to own one , prices of today are more or less the same like the prices of yesterday and the premium you had to pay.
so nothing really changed.

TempoKing · 15 November 2013, 11:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clay

I remember a few years ago when owning a Daytona seemed to be the dream of the vast majority of Rolex enthusiasts...

People were willing to pay stupid money for them and waiting literally years to get one...

But that seems to have all changed???

Prices have come down (For used models)

They are easy to find at an AD should you want a new one (At least where I live)

And in general they don't seem to be getting the "love" they once did???

We are a fickle bunch...

...wish I could agree with you Clay..
I travel monthly to various watch shows and the "Daytona" is in demand
People still willing to pay higher than the average Rolex sport watch % wise
and...sellers expect higher margins than what they would normally expect
from - let's say - a steel Rolex Sub or GMT

So..unfortunately used prices have not come down...
I am willing to pay $8.500-$9.000 for a full set right here in the forum and..
I was offered two...both used for about 10% less than I can buy new.

About AD's having one on display (?) I am regularly visiting AD's here in
south Florida...also in England, Germany, Italy...even in Greece with the
mother of all economic crisis... there is none to be seen on display
...the least they will sell me a new one there is $11,700...which is high.

All in all... every spring when time for a "short sleeve shirt" approaches
the Steel Rolex Daytona chronograph...still is the "secret" dream for many.

kcmo · 16 November 2013, 03:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TempoKing

...wish I could agree with you Clay..
I travel monthly to various watch shows and the "Daytona" is in demand
People still willing to pay higher than the average Rolex sport watch % wise
and...sellers expect higher margins than what they would normally expect
from - let's say - a steel Rolex Sub or GMT

So..unfortunately used prices have not come down...
I am willing to pay $8.500-$9.000 for a full set right here in the forum and..
I was offered two...both used for about 10% less than I can buy new.

About AD's having one on display (?) I am regularly visiting AD's here in
south Florida...also in England, Germany, Italy...even in Greece with the
mother of all economic crisis... there is none to be seen on display
...the least they will sell me a new one there is $11,700...which is high.

All in all... every spring when time for a "short sleeve shirt" approaches
the Steel Rolex Daytona chronograph...still is the "secret" dream for many.

A man who knows what he's talking about

Seaward · 27 November 2013, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TempoKing

...wish I could agree with you Clay..
I travel monthly to various watch shows and the "Daytona" is in demand
People still willing to pay higher than the average Rolex sport watch % wise
and...sellers expect higher margins than what they would normally expect
from - let's say - a steel Rolex Sub or GMT

So..unfortunately used prices have not come down...
I am willing to pay $8.500-$9.000 for a full set right here in the forum and..
I was offered two...both used for about 10% less than I can buy new.

About AD's having one on display (?) I am regularly visiting AD's here in
south Florida...also in England, Germany, Italy...even in Greece with the
mother of all economic crisis... there is none to be seen on display
...the least they will sell me a new one there is $11,700...which is high.

All in all... every spring when time for a "short sleeve shirt" approaches
the Steel Rolex Daytona chronograph...still is the "secret" dream for many.

HL65 · 27 November 2013, 11:04 AM

Times have changed since Basel 13' as the Daytona I want the most is made of a new metal...namely Platinum!

mrhy · 27 November 2013, 11:12 AM

I always wondered what the big deal was.Tried one on today and had to take it home.

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DucS2R · 27 November 2013, 11:23 AM

Bought mine two years ago. It is my number 2 watch behind my sub, followed by an AP 15300 and a JLC MUT moon. So it is in good company. Wear it to Indy and American Le Mans races, it just feels right.

T

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doubleroll · 27 November 2013, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by doubleroll

I have called AD's in three states, NY, CT and PA and none are available in SS. At least that's their story...

Now you can add NJ as well...no Daytona's available, most AD didn't even offer to put me on the waiting list...even the AD where my brother and a good friend purchased Rolex a short time ago.

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yld2rob · 27 November 2013, 12:03 PM

I really like the Daytona. It's a great watch and holds it value. I just can't get one until they introduce the new model with a ceramic bezel on SS. Otherwise, the current bezel is very prone to scratching like mad and would drive me nuts.

Nidal · 27 November 2013, 12:09 PM

"More available" is a relative thing and it's mainly due to the hefty price and the more competition of the less expensive, recently redesigned models. The shortage is to a certain extent artificial dwelling on its undeniable history and the other part is true due to relatively limited production and high demand. Daytona has surely fallen as a victim of its own success in a way. I own SS one for the record.

Nidal

h999r · 27 November 2013, 12:13 PM

One time I owned all Rolex sports model and sold all of them to move to other brand. But I only keep one for my collection. A must have .. And it's daytona.

JD521 · 26 December 2013, 02:29 PM

Visited 2 AD's in my neck of the woods both of which I've purchased from before. Didn't have them on display but both had them 'in the back' for me to try on.

One told me I can be on a list and the other offered it to me on the spot...picked this up a few days ago, brand new.

TimeToWatch · 26 December 2013, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beshannon

I love mine and no, they are not in a case at any dealer near me

Seconded...I've been to almost every AD in NoVa and not a single one had a new SS Daytona in stock. They all gave me "these are reserved for our best customers (which you are not young man)" line... If you want a TT, YG, or WG almost everyone has these in stock...

Tourneau had a few used 16520s and a 116520 but they wanted astronomical prices...I've found their used selection is wayyy overpriced...

After all this, I'm starting to think the daytona is a little small for my liking.

Anyone think rolex would make a Daytona II? I think 42-44 mm would be perfect for this watch

TimeToWatch · 26 December 2013, 03:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrhy

I always wondered what the big deal was.Tried one on today and had to take it home.

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lig · 26 December 2013, 03:22 PM

Had this one for years. A few years later a chance to snag a white one came up and I jumped on it. Still love em both.

Today it helped me crack crabs and watch the stock for dinner.

14 November 2013, 03:14 AM	#95
Tooomey "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: JT Location: Mass Hole Watch: your step... Posts: 268	The Daytona is beautiful piece but let's be honest its way over priced for a SS watch! You can get GMT IIc for $8400 and it looks just as good if not better because of the ceramic IMO. If the Daytona was the only SS sport watch with updated clasp and PCL's like it once was that makes things a little different. Most people rarely buy that watch for the crono function so what does it really offer more than a GMT or Sub. Nothing. Even though it's a beautiful piece supply and demand is what made it most desirable. Everyone wants what that can't get. Some people and places who are not in the loop are still holding on to this like its a rare piece! Although I can admit it's harder to come buy than a Sub. __________________ You wanna have a good time, you gotta have a good watch!

15 November 2013, 07:18 AM	#101
Lew Archer "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: L.A., Calif. Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 2,218	The Daytona...How times have changed... The first time I saw a photo of a white dial, SS, Daytona, I thought, "That's a beauty!" I saw one in an AD about two or three years ago. I was told they were very hard to come by. The price was then around $10k. I thought, "that's a beauty." I wasn't in a position to shell out that much, though. From that point on, every time I saw a photo of the watch, I thought, "maybe some day." Earlier this year, I bit the bullet and asked my AD to track one down. By then, the price had climbed to $12k. Waiting cost me two grand! Anyway, they had no trouble and a few days later, I took that beauty home. It is not the most practical chronograph, from a legibility standpoint. But, for my purposes, that's not an issue. It's an elegant, perfectly sized watch (for me). A nice blend of sports watch and dress watch. It works fine as an everyday watch or a special occasion watch. I say, wear it wherever and often. Very accurate. Very comfortable. I feel it's low profile, too...when I've worn my Sub, I've often received comments. So far, the Daytona has not elicited such attention. Once, I complimented a guy on his SS white dial Daytona...he was surprised, as no one had ever done so before. We watch lovers know it well, but, I think, it is not as instantly recognizable as a Rolex to the non-enthusiast. I plan to hang on to mine. When I put it on, I think, "that's a beauty". It is a pleasure to own...here are a few recent pictures:

15 November 2013, 09:44 PM	#106
Passionata "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: N/A Watch: the girls Posts: 7,095	i think it s still nice to own one , prices of today are more or less the same like the prices of yesterday and the premium you had to pay. so nothing really changed. __________________ Best George "Also remember that feet don't get fat and a watch will always speak volumes." Robert Johnston --------------------- newhttps://youtu.be/EljAF-uddhE new http://youtu.be/ZmpLoO1Q8eQ IG @passionata1

27 November 2013, 11:04 AM	#110
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,500	Times have changed since Basel 13' as the Daytona I want the most is made of a new metal...namely Platinum! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

27 November 2013, 12:03 PM	#114
yld2rob "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Penna Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,656	I really like the Daytona. It's a great watch and holds it value. I just can't get one until they introduce the new model with a ceramic bezel on SS. Otherwise, the current bezel is very prone to scratching like mad and would drive me nuts. __________________ Rolex Sub-126610LV Rolex Sub- 126613LB Rolex GMT BLRO 126710 Rolex GMT BLNR Rolex Datejust 16220

14 November 2013, 02:15 AM	#91
Solo118 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,067	No matter what, the Daytona will be THE Rolex for me. I am thankful to have one at the moment, and the 116520 will always be on top of my list.

14 November 2013, 02:39 AM	#92
CFAmick "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: PA Watch: Exp I, 6694 Posts: 44	My new grail is a black dial SS Daytona.

14 November 2013, 03:09 AM	#94
Roley "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Roland Location: GMT -4:00 Today Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 874	The Daytona 116520 SS is the "GRAIL" in my Rolex stainless steel collection. And if and when they come out with a ceramic version in SS....I will love mine even more. ($$$$$).

14 November 2013, 03:17 AM	#96
jvo300 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 1,897	Had a modern Daytona and let it go. Frankly, it just didn't do it for me. I see them in dealer windows all the time. I'm kind of interested in the vintage models, but the prices are just too high for me now (I missed that boat).

14 November 2013, 04:58 AM	#97
BLACKHORSE 6 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: USA Watch: Rolex SS Daytona Posts: 2,628	I love my black dial SS Daytona. I use the chronograph function all the time; sometimes for my own amusement to time how long people ramble on during lectures or presentations, but also for road trips, cooking, and other projects.

15 November 2013, 12:46 AM	#98
GTS Dean "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NB, TX Watch: 3570.50 Posts: 1,012	My wife bought me my Daytona for an anniversary gift in '98. I wore it almost daily for over 10 years in my heavy construction business and it is a rugged piece. I bought myself a II-C a few years ago, and not long afterward, a Speedy Pro. The later additions get nearly all the wrist time now. The Speedy is much easier to read, and daily winding is its only drawback. ____________________________ TT OysterQuartz SS/Black "U" Daytona TT GMT II-C DD OysterQuartz Breitling Aero Omega Speedmaster Pro

15 November 2013, 06:00 AM	#100
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,299	Just wish they were a bit bigger, esp in this day and age and as its a chrono.

15 November 2013, 08:24 AM	#102
codecow "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Louis Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: PP 5131R Posts: 4,872	It is a great movement and overall a watch I really enjoy wearing. I have the SS black dial, and in my area you don't see them a lot although now that I think about it I am the 3rd person in my boxing gym that I know who has one, haha.

15 November 2013, 05:13 PM	#103
terrywoods "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: UK Posts: 320	The UK ADs still make out its a waiting list of years, but most have one in the back and if you have cash you can get one. My view is the watch is now over priced for what you get but the watch still looks cool,

15 November 2013, 06:21 PM	#104
kbutler971 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: ing the Detectives Posts: 984	I had a SS Daytona white dial for a period but let it go. As it turned out the white dial, polished bezel and PCL weren't for me. I also didn't like the no-date feature. Still it's a stunning piece, with any dial combo, maybe just not for me. I did like the Heritage model portrayed on this site some time back. Really very very nice. On the other end of the spectrum, I've been eyeing a WG black diamond dial on brown leather strap model here locally. Again, a stunning piece but probably too high profile for my tastes.

27 November 2013, 11:12 AM	#111
mrhy "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: new york Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,383	I always wondered what the big deal was.Tried one on today and had to take it home. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

27 November 2013, 11:23 AM	#112
DucS2R "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: West Virginia Posts: 135	Bought mine two years ago. It is my number 2 watch behind my sub, followed by an AP 15300 and a JLC MUT moon. So it is in good company. Wear it to Indy and American Le Mans races, it just feels right. T Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

27 November 2013, 12:09 PM	#115
Nidal "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: USA Watch: SubC LV Posts: 1,821	"More available" is a relative thing and it's mainly due to the hefty price and the more competition of the less expensive, recently redesigned models. The shortage is to a certain extent artificial dwelling on its undeniable history and the other part is true due to relatively limited production and high demand. Daytona has surely fallen as a victim of its own success in a way. I own SS one for the record. Nidal

27 November 2013, 12:13 PM	#116
h999r Banned Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: HR Location: Planet Earth Watch: -ing Barts. Posts: 4,244	One time I owned all Rolex sports model and sold all of them to move to other brand. But I only keep one for my collection. A must have .. And it's daytona.

26 December 2013, 03:22 PM	#120
lig "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: PacNW Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 2,606	Had this one for years. A few years later a chance to snag a white one came up and I jumped on it. Still love em both. Today it helped me crack crabs and watch the stock for dinner.

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