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Franklin Winchester · 25 February 2006, 05:56 AM

Hey All,

Looking at a TT Daytona vs. a YG Daytona with the leather strap. Any strap wearers in here?

Franklin

25 February 2006, 06:00 AM

I wear my ExpII on a strap more than I do on the bracelet. Mind, the price diff between a TT Daytona and a gold Daytona on a strap is pretty big.

If I was going for a D, I would be inclinded to go TT, and then you can wear it on the bracelet OR a strap!

C.J. · 25 February 2006, 06:04 AM

Hello Franklin, welcome to TRF

I have two watches on straps, and love them, I just ordered one for my GMT.Unfortunately I don't have a Daytona though

Good luck with the acquisition, thats a beautiful watch you're looking to get, whichever one you decide one

and do post some pic's when you get it

Franklin Winchester · 25 February 2006, 06:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atomic

I wear my ExpII on a strap more than I do on the bracelet. Mind, the price diff between a TT Daytona and a gold Daytona on a strap is pretty big.

If I was going for a D, I would be inclinded to go TT, and then you can wear it on the bracelet OR a strap!

I was told by the AD that the strap and TT bracelet are not interchangeable on the Daytona. Do you think he's putting me on to get me to pay up for the YG?

Rockrolex · 25 February 2006, 06:24 AM

Hello Franklin and welcome to our friendly little madhouse. Stick around, post often and join the fun.

As for Daytonas and straps, this is the only way to go:

or if you prefer black (as I do):

Yachty1982 · 25 February 2006, 06:24 AM

I just had a TT Daytona Black Face, I loved it and i dont even like YG.

25 February 2006, 06:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Franklin Winchester

I was told by the AD that the strap and TT bracelet are not interchangeable on the Daytona. Do you think he's putting me on to get me to pay up for the YG?

The AD is full of crap. The Daytona, like all Rolex watches have a lug width of 20mm. ANY 20mm strap fit a Daytona, YG, WG, TT or SS.

Now, I am sure Rolex has made the gold Daytona cases different such that you may not put a SS or TT bracelet on a gold Daytona.

But if you get a TT, its easy to pop the bracelet off and put it on a strap. I would suggest getting a deployment clasp for the strap as it finishes it off nicely. Futher, Rolex DO sell straps and deployments, if you want to keep it all factory.

Franklin Winchester · 25 February 2006, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

The AD is full of crap. The Daytona, like all Rolex watches have a lug width of 20mm. ANY 20mm strap fit a Daytona, YG, WG, TT or SS.

Now, I am sure Rolex has made the gold Daytona cases different such that you may not put a SS or TT bracelet on a gold Daytona.

But if you get a TT, its easy to pop the bracelet off and put it on a strap. I would suggest getting a deployment clasp for the strap as it finishes it off nicely. Futher, Rolex DO sell straps and deployments, if you want to keep it all factory.

Interesting.....

He told me if I did something like that it would have to be after market....

I'll have to ask him some more questions....thanks for the tip!

25 February 2006, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Franklin Winchester

Interesting.....

He told me if I did something like that it would have to be after market....

I'll have to ask him some more questions....thanks for the tip!

Any time. Like I said, the width on the gold, SS and TT Daytona is 20mm. ANY 20mm strap, Rolex or otherwise will fit it.

I currently swap two straps periodically on my ExpII without an issue. It gives you some variety and can make the watch look very different.

Franklin Winchester · 25 February 2006, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Any time. Like I said, the width on the gold, SS and TT Daytona is 20mm. ANY 20mm strap, Rolex or otherwise will fit it.

I currently swap two straps periodically on my ExpII without an issue. It gives you some variety and can make the watch look very different.

So If I order one of the new Datejust straps it will work? That's fantastic!

25 February 2006, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Franklin Winchester

So If I order one of the new Datejust straps it will work? That's fantastic!

I dunno if a DJ will work. As long as the gap between the lugs is 20mm, it will work.

Subfiend · 25 February 2006, 08:29 AM

I agree with Ed. I would not put my SS Daytona on a strap, but I like the Gold Daytona on a leather band.

JJ Irani · 25 February 2006, 03:09 PM

I'd go for the TT on bracelet....something that looks as beautiful as this!!

Spencer · 25 February 2006, 03:38 PM

Daytonas look best on steel.

padi56 · 25 February 2006, 07:12 PM

Not a lover of the modern day Daytona strap or steel,but agree with Atomic any 20mm strap will fit.

Prince · 25 February 2006, 11:44 PM

I agree with JJ, and have one to prove it. I personally don't think a strap is appropriate for a "sport watch". The only watch I have on a strap is a Cartier Tank/w brown alligator strap, and it is worn very infrequently. I don't like to get a strap wet - seems to make a mess after awhile. Metal bracelets all the way for me!

RobDad · 26 February 2006, 08:47 AM

When dealers say 'you can't put a strap on an SS DJ' what they mean is 'we don't do an SS end link, so if you put a strap on it'll look ugly and unfinished'

I'm guessing it's the same with the Daytona. Really bugs me because I love the new White gold DJ on a strap, but why pay thousands more for white gold? - in Steel it would kick ass!

I wonder how much the white gold end links, strap and clasp cost? - my guess is a lot, and they'll only sell the end links if you have the right watch - anyone ever tried?

Franklin Winchester · 26 February 2006, 10:54 AM

Perhaps I'll stick with the TT Daytona, save the extra $5K, and get the SS Sub as I could not deide between that and the SS GMT, so this way I get all 3!

Franklin

Rodentman · 26 February 2006, 01:23 PM

I don't like the polished center links of the Daytona bracelet. Such a scratch magnet. I wish the bracelet and the bezel were brushed. I had an SS Daytona twice and sold them both. Just couldn't become a fan, and honestly I have no use for a chronograph.

JJ Irani · 26 February 2006, 04:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Franklin Winchester

Perhaps I'll stick with the TT Daytona, save the extra $5K, and get the SS Sub as I could not deide between that and the SS GMT, so this way I get all 3!

Franklin

Franklin,

I LOVE the way you think!

Prince · 26 February 2006, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Rodentman

I don't like the polished center links of the Daytona bracelet. Such a scratch magnet...

Yeah, but it looks so damn GOOD when it is kept polished!

Actually, I have a creme that is designed for the bright metal on the back of an iPod (I have three of 'em), and with just a bit of gentle attention when cleaning the watch, I keep it shiny and totally scratch-free (1997 vintage Daytona).

See pics in this thread: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=4479

Franklin Winchester · 27 February 2006, 12:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Franklin,

I LOVE the way you think!

Here's what I might do....stay with the TT Daytona, save the 5K, put that towards the SS Sub, and switch over the Black SS GMT to a Black/Red GMT....for variety.....

In the end, the line up will be a SS Black Sub Date, a SS Black/Red GMT and a TT White Dial Daytona!

What do y'all think??

C.J. · 27 February 2006, 02:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Franklin Winchester

Here's what I might do....stay with the TT Daytona, save the 5K, put that towards the SS Sub, and switch over the Black SS GMT to a Black/Red GMT....for variety.....

In the end, the line up will be a SS Black Sub Date, a SS Black/Red GMT and a TT White Dial Daytona!

What do y'all think??

Sounds like a hell of a plan

JJ Irani · 27 February 2006, 03:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Franklin Winchester

Here's what I might do....stay with the TT Daytona, save the 5K, put that towards the SS Sub, and switch over the Black SS GMT to a Black/Red GMT....for variety.....

In the end, the line up will be a SS Black Sub Date, a SS Black/Red GMT and a TT White Dial Daytona!

What do y'all think??

I think you're a bloody genius!!! Right on, my man!! Excellent line up!!

Franklin Winchester · 27 February 2006, 05:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I think you're a bloody genius!!! Right on, my man!! Excellent line up!!

Consider it done...hopefully Monday and then I'll post pics!

Franklin

25 February 2006, 05:56 AM	#1
Franklin Winchester Banned Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: California Posts: 28	Daytonas - Strap or Steel? Hey All, Looking at a TT Daytona vs. a YG Daytona with the leather strap. Any strap wearers in here? Franklin

25 February 2006, 06:04 AM	#3
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	Hello Franklin, welcome to TRF I have two watches on straps, and love them, I just ordered one for my GMT.Unfortunately I don't have a Daytona though Good luck with the acquisition, thats a beautiful watch you're looking to get, whichever one you decide one and do post some pic's when you get it __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there Last edited by C.J.; 25 February 2006 at 06:05 AM..

25 February 2006, 06:24 AM	#5
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25 February 2006, 08:29 AM	#12
Subfiend "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Outside Watch: Isn't it obvious? Posts: 1,926	I agree with Ed. I would not put my SS Daytona on a strap, but I like the Gold Daytona on a leather band. __________________ Subfiend

25 February 2006, 03:09 PM	#13
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	I'd go for the TT on bracelet....something that looks as beautiful as this!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

25 February 2006, 06:00 AM	#2
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	I wear my ExpII on a strap more than I do on the bracelet. Mind, the price diff between a TT Daytona and a gold Daytona on a strap is pretty big. If I was going for a D, I would be inclinded to go TT, and then you can wear it on the bracelet OR a strap!

25 February 2006, 06:24 AM	#6
Yachty1982 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Connecticut Posts: 26	I just had a TT Daytona Black Face, I loved it and i dont even like YG.

25 February 2006, 03:38 PM	#14
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25 February 2006, 07:12 PM	#15
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25 February 2006, 11:44 PM	#16
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	I agree with JJ, and have one to prove it. I personally don't think a strap is appropriate for a "sport watch". The only watch I have on a strap is a Cartier Tank/w brown alligator strap, and it is worn very infrequently. I don't like to get a strap wet - seems to make a mess after awhile. Metal bracelets all the way for me! __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson Last edited by Prince; 25 February 2006 at 11:45 PM..

26 February 2006, 08:47 AM	#17
RobDad Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Rob Dadd Location: London Posts: 134	Doesn't the dealer mean the end links? When dealers say 'you can't put a strap on an SS DJ' what they mean is 'we don't do an SS end link, so if you put a strap on it'll look ugly and unfinished' I'm guessing it's the same with the Daytona. Really bugs me because I love the new White gold DJ on a strap, but why pay thousands more for white gold? - in Steel it would kick ass! I wonder how much the white gold end links, strap and clasp cost? - my guess is a lot, and they'll only sell the end links if you have the right watch - anyone ever tried?

26 February 2006, 10:54 AM	#18
Franklin Winchester Banned Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: California Posts: 28	Perhaps I'll stick with the TT Daytona, save the extra $5K, and get the SS Sub as I could not deide between that and the SS GMT, so this way I get all 3! Franklin

26 February 2006, 01:23 PM	#19
Rodentman Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: ACCT CLOSED Location: - Posts: 1,497	I don't like the polished center links of the Daytona bracelet. Such a scratch magnet. I wish the bracelet and the bezel were brushed. I had an SS Daytona twice and sold them both. Just couldn't become a fan, and honestly I have no use for a chronograph.

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