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Frnkbonz · 14 February 2021, 03:37 PM

Which Chrono would you choose (paying secondary market pricing)?

116500LN
26315ST
Ed White 321

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kieselguhr · 14 February 2021, 03:41 PM

Between your choices listed. The AP

RaZCaL · 14 February 2021, 03:47 PM

Daytona

pacquito2 · 14 February 2021, 04:09 PM

Daytona

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alan10dec · 14 February 2021, 04:14 PM

I had the same struggle and I went for ap26331

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Frnkbonz · 14 February 2021, 04:17 PM

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I had the same struggle and I went for ap26331

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Nice. How does it wear? How big is your wrist? Ty

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alan10dec · 14 February 2021, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Frnkbonz

Nice. How does it wear? How big is your wrist? Ty

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It is coming in next week. My wrist is about 7.5 to 8 inches. I couldn't justify paying 100% premium on top of the mrsp for the 116500.

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DoctorsOrders · 14 February 2021, 04:20 PM

Haters gunna hate, but I’d go for the Omega. An amazing movement with an unparalleled history behind it!

actionkwj · 14 February 2021, 04:27 PM

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Haters gunna hate, but I’d go for the Omega. An amazing movement with an unparalleled history behind it!

Omega for me as well. A nicely executed copy of the original!

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TimeAZ · 14 February 2021, 04:22 PM

116500LN > EW321 >> AP

Obv. will get some bias as this is TRF, but the Daytona is simply the best in terms of overall fit with the best bracelet and clasp, in my opinion... it deserves the hype status. I think the Ed White is a close 2nd, that watch also comes with a great bracelet, and has beautiful finishing and a great history combined with an incredible dial.

The AP does nothing for me. Also, I personally hate integrated bracelets.

Screwly · 14 February 2021, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by TimeAZ

116500LN > EW321 >> AP

Obv. will get some bias as this is TRF, but the Daytona is simply the best in terms of overall fit with the best bracelet and clasp, in my opinion... it deserves the hype status. I think the Ed White is a close 2nd, that watch also comes with a great bracelet, and has beautiful finishing and a great history combined with an incredible dial.

The AP does nothing for me. Also, I personally hate integrated bracelets.

AP definitely has a better bracelet, and that’s coming from a Daytona owner. Gotta step away from the Rolex kool-aid every now and then.

vitadine · 15 February 2021, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by TimeAZ

116500LN > EW321 >> AP

Obv. will get some bias as this is TRF, but the Daytona is simply the best in terms of overall fit with the best bracelet and clasp, in my opinion... it deserves the hype status. I think the Ed White is a close 2nd, that watch also comes with a great bracelet, and has beautiful finishing and a great history combined with an incredible dial.

The AP does nothing for me. Also, I personally hate integrated bracelets.

This! Exactly my point of view!

slillestrand · 17 February 2021, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by TimeAZ

116500LN > EW321 >> AP

Obv. will get some bias as this is TRF, but the Daytona is simply the best in terms of overall fit with the best bracelet and clasp, in my opinion... it deserves the hype status. I think the Ed White is a close 2nd, that watch also comes with a great bracelet, and has beautiful finishing and a great history combined with an incredible dial.

The AP does nothing for me. Also, I personally hate integrated bracelets.

^^^^^^^^I would agree^^^^^^^^^^

Playinwittime · 14 February 2021, 04:26 PM

I have to go with the Daytona. Picked up my first today and already have the Moonwatch. That vertical clutch preventing stutter and crisp column wheel have to give that Daytona the edge over the others. The fit and feel is just wonderful IMO.

Rado63 · 14 February 2021, 05:11 PM

They all sell over retail on the secondary market. Can't get one at the AD very readily. They are all about the same case size. They are all chronos but your cell phone has a more accurate stopwatch on it than any of these wrist watches. All three are currently in production. So it comes down to which is produced in the lowest number? Maybe that's the AP. Which will they discontinue soonest? maybe the Ed White. Which has a date complication the AP. Which would cost less to service? Maybe the Omega. Which has the most notoriety among the non watch enthusiast crowd? The Rolex. I think I would take the Rolex because it just has more emotional feel to it. And the Rolex brand needs no introduction. Although either of these is a great watch to own and enjoy.

kans86 · 14 February 2021, 06:01 PM

Daytona by some margin.

Not a fan of the AP.

Ian Macdermott · 14 February 2021, 06:03 PM

Speedy

alllexandru · 14 February 2021, 06:21 PM

Ap

padi56 · 14 February 2021, 06:31 PM

The only chronograph I would buy is the one I wanted to own and wear.

rolexjackson · 14 February 2021, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

The only chronograph I would buy is the one I wanted to own and wear.

So very true!

Moka-Tiger · 15 February 2021, 12:25 AM

Leaving the mechanics and polishing aside, as far as the overall design/looks are concerned, the Daytona is far above IMO. I love (and have) an AP, but not chronograph. And while that AP dial is a "panda", the color combo seems a little "loud" for me. But acquiring an AP RO of any sort is definitely worth pursuing.

Also worth considering is which would make a good addition to your collection?
Omega? No comment.

Meyrin · 17 February 2021, 04:14 AM

None of them, I´m afraid! I have no use for a chronograph...the timing bezel on my Sub 14060 does the job for me. And I cannot read the sub dials clearly on any chrono I've handled without my reading glasses. And I would never pay the asking price of <€14,000 for the Ed White. Cheeky pricing from Omega imho!

robinmgb · 14 February 2021, 06:33 PM

AP by an absolute mile and not a fair contest.
You’re comparing two mid tier mass produced brands against a piece of genuine high horology.

joli160 · 14 February 2021, 06:50 PM

I think you forgot the best of all; Datograph, the only chrono I would love to own

padi56 · 14 February 2021, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by robinmgb

AP by an absolute mile and not a fair contest.
You’re comparing two mid tier mass produced brands against a piece of genuine high horology.

So because say AP are not made the same numbers as say Rolex or Omega they are not mass produced products. Yes the AP has a fine movement but so do many others, although not a fan of the Daytona or any of the RO range, movement wise the Daytona horology speaking is equal or slightly better.

vitadine · 15 February 2021, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by robinmgb

AP by an absolute mile and not a fair contest.
You’re comparing two mid tier mass produced brands against a piece of genuine high horology.

Clown

swish77 · 15 February 2021, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by robinmgb

AP by an absolute mile and not a fair contest.
You’re comparing two mid tier mass produced brands against a piece of genuine high horology.

Disagree. Just because AP is part of the Holy Trinity doesn’t mean the design is more appealing. The OP’s suggested 38mm AP model wears very small, which is odd because APs usually wear bigger. (I’ve tried it on several times and passed at a chance to purchase at retail.) And that crooked date window that looks shoe-horned between the hour markers kills the dial for me.

Omega makes too many Speedy re-dos and varieties for me to get excited over the Ed White.

I vote Daytona!

Frnkbonz · 15 February 2021, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by swish77

Disagree. Just because AP is part of the Holy Trinity doesn’t mean the design is more appealing. The OP’s suggested 38mm AP model wears very small, which is odd because APs usually wear bigger. (I’ve tried it on several times and passed at a chance to purchase at retail.) And that crooked date window that looks shoe-horned between the hour markers kills the dial for me.

Omega makes too many Speedy re-dos and varieties for me to get excited over the Ed White.

I vote Daytona!

How does the AP size compare to the daytona? I read that it wears about the same size. I was going to one of my grays that have it stock to see it in the metal. AP usually feels larger than what they are and its why I kind of counted out the 41. I prefer 41 or smaller even though I have a 7.5” wrist that can handle it.

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VogelPhoenix · 15 February 2021, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Frnkbonz

AP usually feels larger than what they are and its why I kind of counted out the 41. I prefer 41 or smaller even though I have a 7.5” wrist that can handle it.

26331 would be much better than 26315 for that wrist size, IMO.

Posh Gentleman · 15 February 2021, 05:03 AM

AP. If your wallet can take the hit.

I say this as an owner of Daytona C. AP ROC is a stunner. But then again, this is very subjective and based on your taste.

I really appreciate the history, movement, and heritage of AP RO. Also, it is a gorgeous time piece.

btw, how much is the AP ROC from grey nowadays? $30-40k?

14 February 2021, 03:37 PM	#1
Frnkbonz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: West Babylon, NY Posts: 331	Which Chrono would you choose Which Chrono would you choose (paying secondary market pricing)? 116500LN 26315ST Ed White 321 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 February 2021, 03:41 PM	#2
kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,500	Which Chrono would you choose Between your choices listed. The AP

14 February 2021, 05:11 PM	#15
Rado63 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Alan Location: Northern, CA Watch: 116334 Posts: 2,215	They all sell over retail on the secondary market. Can't get one at the AD very readily. They are all about the same case size. They are all chronos but your cell phone has a more accurate stopwatch on it than any of these wrist watches. All three are currently in production. So it comes down to which is produced in the lowest number? Maybe that's the AP. Which will they discontinue soonest? maybe the Ed White. Which has a date complication the AP. Which would cost less to service? Maybe the Omega. Which has the most notoriety among the non watch enthusiast crowd? The Rolex. I think I would take the Rolex because it just has more emotional feel to it. And the Rolex brand needs no introduction. Although either of these is a great watch to own and enjoy. __________________ Rolex 116334 126600 228235

14 February 2021, 06:03 PM	#17
Ian Macdermott "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Willy.B.Banned Location: Sheol Watch: ing the detectives Posts: 2,721	Speedy __________________ Welax no one other than wobblers muggers and sad WIS types notices your Wolex. The rest of the populace are way too busy staring at their shiny new iPhone 24s or worrying about paying the gas bill..

14 February 2021, 06:31 PM	#19
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,426	The only chronograph I would buy is the one I wanted to own and wear. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

14 February 2021, 03:47 PM	#3
RaZCaL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: NYC Watch: 116500,116610,VCO Posts: 844	Daytona

14 February 2021, 04:09 PM	#4
pacquito2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Posts: 1	Daytona Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 February 2021, 04:14 PM	#5
alan10dec "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: malaysia Posts: 18	I had the same struggle and I went for ap26331 Sent from my SM-N981B using Tapatalk

14 February 2021, 04:20 PM	#8
DoctorsOrders "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: TN Watch: BLNR Posts: 850	Haters gunna hate, but I’d go for the Omega. An amazing movement with an unparalleled history behind it!

14 February 2021, 04:22 PM	#10
TimeAZ "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: USA Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 2,161	116500LN > EW321 >> AP Obv. will get some bias as this is TRF, but the Daytona is simply the best in terms of overall fit with the best bracelet and clasp, in my opinion... it deserves the hype status. I think the Ed White is a close 2nd, that watch also comes with a great bracelet, and has beautiful finishing and a great history combined with an incredible dial. The AP does nothing for me. Also, I personally hate integrated bracelets.

14 February 2021, 04:26 PM	#14
Playinwittime "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: SoCal Watch: out! I'm coming. Posts: 199	I have to go with the Daytona. Picked up my first today and already have the Moonwatch. That vertical clutch preventing stutter and crisp column wheel have to give that Daytona the edge over the others. The fit and feel is just wonderful IMO.

14 February 2021, 06:01 PM	#16
kans86 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Berlin Posts: 1,340	Daytona by some margin. Not a fan of the AP.

14 February 2021, 06:21 PM	#18
alllexandru 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Old continent Posts: 2,318	Ap

15 February 2021, 12:25 AM	#21
Moka-Tiger "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Japan Watch: The 1 on my wrist Posts: 122	Leaving the mechanics and polishing aside, as far as the overall design/looks are concerned, the Daytona is far above IMO. I love (and have) an AP, but not chronograph. And while that AP dial is a "panda", the color combo seems a little "loud" for me. But acquiring an AP RO of any sort is definitely worth pursuing. Also worth considering is which would make a good addition to your collection? Omega? No comment.

17 February 2021, 04:14 AM	#22
Meyrin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Ian Location: Hamburg Watch: Sub 14060 Posts: 1,128	None of them, I´m afraid! I have no use for a chronograph...the timing bezel on my Sub 14060 does the job for me. And I cannot read the sub dials clearly on any chrono I've handled without my reading glasses. And I would never pay the asking price of <€14,000 for the Ed White. Cheeky pricing from Omega imho!

14 February 2021, 06:33 PM	#23
robinmgb "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Kent, England Watch: Hublot BB Unico Posts: 1,089	AP by an absolute mile and not a fair contest. You’re comparing two mid tier mass produced brands against a piece of genuine high horology.

14 February 2021, 06:50 PM	#24
joli160 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,446	I think you forgot the best of all; Datograph, the only chrono I would love to own __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

15 February 2021, 05:03 AM	#30
Posh Gentleman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: New Jersey Posts: 307	AP. If your wallet can take the hit. I say this as an owner of Daytona C. AP ROC is a stunner. But then again, this is very subjective and based on your taste. I really appreciate the history, movement, and heritage of AP RO. Also, it is a gorgeous time piece. btw, how much is the AP ROC from grey nowadays? $30-40k?

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