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Mystro · 27 March 2023, 09:30 PM

I am devastated and gutted. This forum is therapy for me today.
This has got to be the biggest Rolex fail I can possibly think of. Rolex took a perfect organic design and purposely ruined every aspect of the iconic Daytona. It’s like they are trying to showcase how much better the 11 series Daytona is/was with a “New Coke” exercise in marketing.

Epic fail with butchering the Daytona line. I am in disbelief Rolex could make so many design screw-ups their most perfect watch.

Oh man that metal edge around the bezel is a huge issue for collecting dings and wear marks. IMO….it adds nothing and becomes a liability.
The biggest “fail” is the beautiful organic case lines have been butchered into a now blocky supercase look? ??

A blocky Daytona?

The 11 series Daytona has now become incredibly special and “THE” SS Daytona.

geoffreyis · 27 March 2023, 09:35 PM

Couldn’t agree more.

Smart Water · 27 March 2023, 09:36 PM

New one looks a lot better

Driver8 · 27 March 2023, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Smart Water

New one looks a lot better

Agree 100%. No more silly asymmetric lugs, sharper and cleaner dial, vintage looking bezel ring, and a new case shape that will (hopefully) make it wear a little larger. Love it.

amh · 28 March 2023, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Smart Water

New one looks a lot better

Quote:

Originally Posted by Driver8

Agree 100%. No more silly asymmetric lugs, sharper and cleaner dial, vintage looking bezel ring, and a new case shape that will (hopefully) make it wear a little larger. Love it.

Absolutely. This was long overdue. The old SS was very weird - even the AD SA wouldn't believe it!

Crown & Shield · 2 April 2023, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Driver8

Agree 100%. No more silly asymmetric lugs, sharper and cleaner dial, vintage looking bezel ring, and a new case shape that will (hopefully) make it wear a little larger. Love it.

This

DoctorsOrders · 1 May 2023, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Driver8

Agree 100%. No more silly asymmetric lugs, sharper and cleaner dial, vintage looking bezel ring, and a new case shape that will (hopefully) make it wear a little larger. Love it.

Couldn't agree more!

Etschell · 27 March 2023, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Smart Water

New one looks a lot better

this the bezel ring make it much more pulled together imo. less tag heuer.

Macnavara · 27 March 2023, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

this the bezel ring make it much more pulled together imo. less tag heuer.

Funny you should say this….i went for a meal the other day and my mate complimented me on my tag ….i was wearing my 116500 lol

IS2000 · 27 March 2023, 11:29 PM

I actually preferred the new version over the outgoing SS Daytonas. The watch has more of a racing chronograph look to it imho. I have a black dial Daytona and I think it feels a tad too dressy with the roundish case and one piece bezel.

Toivonen · 27 March 2023, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Smart Water

New one looks a lot better

period.

Jerrocop · 2 April 2023, 06:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Smart Water

New one looks a lot better

Haven’t liked the Daytona, but the new one really has me interested. I’m happy with the changes, still don’t like the now old version.

ChugachEagle · 4 April 2023, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Smart Water

New one looks a lot better

New one LOOKS better and IS better in every way. So tired of the prior models’ bag holders whining about the new model which in this case was executed perfectly. I am the proud owner of the prior white gold blue dial Daytona (116509) and I am very much looking forward to purchasing the new platona..

Love the new touches, all of them, love the new movement. Nice soft update.

Also LOVE the new yellow gold GMT. Wow.

samson66 · 27 March 2023, 09:38 PM

I'm really curious to see what the actual case measurements are. If it is now a true 40mm I'll be happy.

Alan111 · 28 March 2023, 01:28 AM

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Originally Posted by samson66

I'm really curious to see what the actual case measurements are. If it is now a true 40mm I'll be happy.

Based on the photos, the SS and YG case (for bracelet) are now using the PM style case that is symmetrical. So case size is now likely 39.5mm on SS and YG.

kmzandrew777 · 28 March 2023, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by samson66

I'm really curious to see what the actual case measurements are. If it is now a true 40mm I'll be happy.

Same here. I've always loved the look of the Daytona, but it wears like a ladies watch. Way too small, and desperately needed to be bulked up a bit.

Golfbone · 2 April 2023, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by kmzandrew777

Same here. I've always loved the look of the Daytona, but it wears like a ladies watch. Way too small, and desperately needed to be bulked up a bit.

If there is such a problem with the size or look of the Daytona then why is it the most popular Rolex sport watch by far? They've definitely made the new Daytona look more like a Sub or Yachtmaster and less like a Daytona with the ring around the bezel and more slab sided look. For those of us that already have Subs and GMTs and want the Daytona to be different, more dressy and sleek the new one is a total fail. For those who don't have all of these pieces and want a Daytona that has more of a bulky presence on the wrist....the new one might have more appeal. I personally think the new Daytona looks dreadful compared to the 116500. Smaller watches are in right now and the previous Daytona was a sport Rolex that fit a niche that is evolving in it's direction. Now the newer one?....less so.

braaad17 · 2 April 2023, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Golfbone

Smaller watches are in right now and the previous Daytona was a sport Rolex that fit a niche that is evolving in it's direction. Now the newer one?....less so.

Great point.

Rushne · 27 March 2023, 09:38 PM

Hahah Mystro, totally agree. The metal ring around the bezel is a nod back to likea 6263 I guess. But I personally don't love the idea of dinging the edge of it.

If my AD offers one, I will add it to the collection. Am I desperate for it? Absolutely not.

Zed82 · 27 March 2023, 09:40 PM

The steel ring around the bezel is an ugly addition. The case looks chunkier and the brushed sides are just weird. The old one looks a more complete design.

Swiftneck · 27 March 2023, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Zed82

The steel ring around the bezel is an ugly addition. The case looks chunkier and the brushed sides are just weird. The old one looks a more complete design.

Which sides are brushed?

Rrpdc · 28 March 2023, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Zed82

The steel ring around the bezel is an ugly addition. The case looks chunkier and the brushed sides are just weird. The old one looks a more complete design.

Totally agree. +1

928ktgold · 28 March 2023, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Zed82

The steel ring around the bezel is an ugly addition. The case looks chunkier and the brushed sides are just weird. The old one looks a more complete design.

No brushed sides. Also the case now has the oysterflex case and is round and organic.

Zed82 · 28 March 2023, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by jtorrebl

No brushed sides. Also the case now has the oysterflex case and is round and organic.

The blocky sides made it look brushed on initial photos. Not a fan. Looks like a Tudor case now.

brandrea · 27 March 2023, 09:41 PM

Till I see one in the metal I can’t say one way or the other.

Aesthetically I much prefer the new subdials and symmetrical case. I’m not sure about the bezel outline tho.

For me the biggest turn off’s still remain: unbalanced dial layout, and screw down pushers.

Jury is out, but I’d say I slightly prefer the new version over the old YMMV

Calatrava r · 27 March 2023, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Till I see one in the metal I can’t say one way or the other.

Aesthetically I much prefer the new subdials and symmetrical case. I’m not sure about the bezel outline tho.

For me the biggest turn off’s still remain: unbalanced dial layout, and screw down pushers.

Jury is out, but I’d say I slightly prefer the new version over the old YMMV

Agree. Why they cannot offer a model without the screw down pushers is beyond me. I have to take my watch off my wrist to unscrew the pushers to use the chrono. How many people actually swim with these watches? I know some do but most folks, I believe, don't.

logo · 28 March 2023, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Till I see one in the metal I can’t say one way or the other.

Aesthetically I much prefer the new subdials and symmetrical case. I’m not sure about the bezel outline tho.

For me the biggest turn off’s still remain: unbalanced dial layout, and screw down pushers.

Jury is out, but I’d say I slightly prefer the new version over the old YMMV

100% agree. I’ll add that legibility doesn’t seem to have improved with the new one from the renderings.
Still Speedmaster > Daytona for me.

actionkwj · 2 April 2023, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Till I see one in the metal I can’t say one way or the other.

Aesthetically I much prefer the new subdials and symmetrical case. I’m not sure about the bezel outline tho.

For me the biggest turn off’s still remain: unbalanced dial layout, and screw down pushers.

Jury is out, but I’d say I slightly prefer the new version over the old YMMV

This. Dial definitely improved and more legible. Not so sure about the rest.

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harvey · 27 March 2023, 09:41 PM

…I kinda like the new reference more. The dial looks cleaner and the case quite svelte.

Robf52 · 27 March 2023, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by harvey

…i kinda like the new reference more. The dial looks cleaner and the case quite svelte.

+1.

27 March 2023, 09:30 PM	#1
Mystro 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 14,841	How could Rolex destroy their most beautiful Daytona watch? Speachless. I am devastated and gutted. This forum is therapy for me today. This has got to be the biggest Rolex fail I can possibly think of. Rolex took a perfect organic design and purposely ruined every aspect of the iconic Daytona. It’s like they are trying to showcase how much better the 11 series Daytona is/was with a “New Coke” exercise in marketing. Epic fail with butchering the Daytona line. I am in disbelief Rolex could make so many design screw-ups their most perfect watch. Oh man that metal edge around the bezel is a huge issue for collecting dings and wear marks. IMO….it adds nothing and becomes a liability. The biggest “fail” is the beautiful organic case lines have been butchered into a now blocky supercase look? ?? A blocky Daytona? The 11 series Daytona has now become incredibly special and “THE” SS Daytona. __________________

27 March 2023, 09:38 PM	#19
Rushne 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Stockholm, Sweden Watch: White 116500LN Posts: 864	Hahah Mystro, totally agree. The metal ring around the bezel is a nod back to likea 6263 I guess. But I personally don't love the idea of dinging the edge of it. If my AD offers one, I will add it to the collection. Am I desperate for it? Absolutely not. __________________ Omega: Seamaster Professional 300M 2220.80.00 Rolex: Daytona White Dial 116500LN Rolex: Sky-Dweller Blue Dial Jubilee 336934 Rolex: DateJust 36 Roman White Dial Oyster 126234 Rolex: OP 36 Celebration Dial 126000 Panerai: PAM 422 Patek Philippe: Aquanaut 5167A A. Lange & Söhne: 1815 Annual Calendar @mechanicaltom Stolen: IWC Portuguese 500107 Case number 3853222

27 March 2023, 09:40 PM	#20
Zed82 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Zlatan Location: Sweden Posts: 357	The steel ring around the bezel is an ugly addition. The case looks chunkier and the brushed sides are just weird. The old one looks a more complete design. __________________ "The world´s your oyster..."

27 March 2023, 09:36 PM	#3
Smart Water "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: NYC Posts: 9	New one looks a lot better

27 March 2023, 11:29 PM	#10
IS2000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark Location: Thailand Watch: Rolex,PP,AP, PAM Posts: 135	I actually preferred the new version over the outgoing SS Daytonas. The watch has more of a racing chronograph look to it imho. I have a black dial Daytona and I think it feels a tad too dressy with the roundish case and one piece bezel.

27 March 2023, 09:38 PM	#14
samson66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Eastern Shore, MD Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,015	I'm really curious to see what the actual case measurements are. If it is now a true 40mm I'll be happy.

27 March 2023, 09:41 PM	#25
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 74,381	Till I see one in the metal I can’t say one way or the other. Aesthetically I much prefer the new subdials and symmetrical case. I’m not sure about the bezel outline tho. For me the biggest turn off’s still remain: unbalanced dial layout, and screw down pushers. Jury is out, but I’d say I slightly prefer the new version over the old YMMV

27 March 2023, 09:41 PM	#29
harvey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rolexforums.com Posts: 5,396	…I kinda like the new reference more. The dial looks cleaner and the case quite svelte.

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