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macrossVFX222 · 15 September 2019, 03:30 PM

Newbie here :)

I am looking for a SS Daytona and yup.... 1 to 2 year wait time. My local AD does have the White Gold silver dial (I am assuming steel and black) one available... It’s a little more than the SS one so curious if I am insane for not getting it right away.

I personally like the white/black ceramic SS better, but not sure if I want to wait for 24+ months (not super close with my AD although I got few Rolex with them)

Thank you for your advice in advance

42itus · 15 September 2019, 03:36 PM

Definitely get the one you want. That’s a lot of money!

brucethemanlee · 15 September 2019, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 42itus

definitely get the one you want. That’s a lot of money!

+1

Investr · 15 September 2019, 03:45 PM

If u need to ask a forum if you should buy a watch for north or $30k, then u probably shouldn’t, jeez!!!

macrossVFX222 · 15 September 2019, 03:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Investr

If u need to ask a forum if you should buy a watch for north or $30k, then u probably shouldn’t, jeez!!!

Fair point! ;). Probably will end up getting it as Daytona are harder find in my area. I am more curious on the feedback of that particular watch since average wait time for Daytona seems to be more than 24 months. So really I am not asking if I should get it but rather if I am insane not to get it. I think you have indirectly answered my question so thank you :)

Fleetlord · 15 September 2019, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by macrossVFX222

Newbie here :)

I am looking for a SS Daytona and yup.... 1 to 2 year wait time. My local AD does have the White Gold silver dial (I am assuming steel and black) one available... It’s a little more than the SS one so curious if I am insane for not getting it right away.

I personally like the white/black ceramic SS better, but not sure if I want to wait for 24+ months (not super close with my AD although I got few Rolex with them)

Thank you for your advice in advance

Do you have a fear of missing out?

macrossVFX222 · 15 September 2019, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fleetlord

Do you have a fear of missing out?

Sadly I do in this case. Been looking for the SS or the platinum version (yeah I know it’s a big range difference :( )for sometime now. I manage to get a hold of a platinum version at one point but it was gone before I made up my mind (within a day).

42itus · 15 September 2019, 04:16 PM

You should try it on. Once you do, the answer should be clear. If it’s “I love it and I have to have it!”, then buy it. If it’s anything less than that then who cares if you miss out?
I actually didn’t want the WG OF thinking it’s too much money but my SA suggested that I try it on “just for fun”. I tried it on and I immediately fell in love with it. Slept on it and decided to get it. It’s probably the favorite in my collection.

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Muxi · 15 September 2019, 05:34 PM

Yes.

grimps · 15 September 2019, 05:42 PM

I've got the white gold Daytona on the Oysterflex , One thing i remember about the old White gold Daytonas is they don't hold the price very well , that said I don't think you'll lose out long term on the latest models

dxbtousa · 15 September 2019, 06:15 PM

Yes go buy

SpeedyTuomas · 15 September 2019, 07:28 PM

It's a nice watch but only buy what you really like. Going for PM models as SS is unavailable might be the strategy for why SS models are disappearing so fast..

Pongster · 15 September 2019, 07:34 PM

White gold daytona better than SS.

othertbone · 15 September 2019, 10:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by macrossVFX222

Newbie here :)

I am looking for a SS Daytona and yup.... 1 to 2 year wait time. My local AD does have the White Gold silver dial (I am assuming steel and black) one available... It’s a little more than the SS one so curious if I am insane for not getting it right away.

I personally like the white/black ceramic SS better, but not sure if I want to wait for 24+ months (not super close with my AD although I got few Rolex with them)

Thank you for your advice in advance

If you are buying the PM piece only because the steel isn't available now, then I would wait. Buy what you love and hold on to them.

watchwatcher · 15 September 2019, 10:58 PM

It's all about which one you'd rather own...and wear, of course.

No contest for me, as I've had both, with only the OF version still hanging around. The good news is that the WG is holding pretty well on the secondary market, so, if you didn't care for it, or if the steel version somehow becomes magically available, you won't get hurt if you need to move it.

rmlovett1 · 15 September 2019, 11:01 PM

If you’re going to love it as much as the SS white....yes, go buy it. I’d at least try to see both in person before I made the decision.

ap1 · 15 September 2019, 11:05 PM

I’d go for gold

leoleo · 15 September 2019, 11:06 PM

Is ur WG OF or it is a full WG Daytona?

If it is a full WG. I will get it as it look better than the SS.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=V81ivbolajQ

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1CRyOPsHS4w

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Swaye · 15 September 2019, 11:08 PM

WG dials > SS dials and it isn't close imho

locutus49 · 15 September 2019, 11:24 PM

I owned a WG with meteorite dial. Regret that i let it go.

Motofan · 16 September 2019, 12:25 AM

The SS version is an outstanding piece, however the WG is special. In pictures they look very similar, but once you try on the WG you will know the feeling. Maybe you could get the WG now and then SS later (if it is still desired)? Really cannot go wrong with either.

1William · 16 September 2019, 12:27 AM

I would take a step back and educate myself on the variations of models on the market. I would also, respectfully ask, why the Daytona? I understand a lot about the look, feel, history and the limited availability. Once you answer those questions and understand and own the responses then I would go buy what I want. I have owned all of the Daytona's, in every metal, and have always moved them on. Obviously, if you can buy the Platinum version then you can afford the SS in the Grey Market. Pick the one you want, get your best deal and buy it. Then wear it and enjoy it. Just my thoughts. Good luck.

HOT CPA · 16 September 2019, 12:28 AM

Get the WG. The dial is infinitely better than the SS.

KBM · 16 September 2019, 12:43 AM

The white gold Daytona is a beauty. I much prefer that watch on the bracelet, however, so my decision would be swayed on whether you're considering that or the OF.

Calatrava r · 16 September 2019, 12:52 AM

If you need to ask if you should spend 30K, I doubt you should make the outlay. Wait on the SS or forget the SS. I would not settle for anything as you would then be buying the SS and having to sell the white gold PM at a loss. This means you are paying more for the SS as the loss carries over as it was all part of one big contorted deal.

amilch · 16 September 2019, 01:14 AM

Go for the WG on oysterflex. Unless you want the full bracelet. I regret letting my WG go. Either way you cant go wrong. Dont focus on the value retention.

MattyL147 · 16 September 2019, 01:17 AM

I just picked up the WG OF last week. Obsessed!

Halothane · 16 September 2019, 01:30 AM

Ask your AD if you buy the WG Daytona if he will move you up on the list for a ss Daytona. Won't hurt to ask and if he will then buy the WG and wear it until the ss comes in. You can decide later which to keep.

macrossVFX222 · 16 September 2019, 04:36 AM

Thank you everyone for your recommendation. I will likely get this one and get the SS version later as many of you suggested. Doesn’t hurt to have both. But I will for sure try it on first. So far I love all of my Rolexes so I am sure this one won’t be any different

RJRJRJ · 16 September 2019, 04:39 AM

The WG OF is hard to get in it's own right. If you like it, buy it. If not......don't.

15 September 2019, 03:30 PM	#1
macrossVFX222 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Tokyo Posts: 12	White Gold Daytona... should I get it? Newbie here :) I am looking for a SS Daytona and yup.... 1 to 2 year wait time. My local AD does have the White Gold silver dial (I am assuming steel and black) one available... It’s a little more than the SS one so curious if I am insane for not getting it right away. I personally like the white/black ceramic SS better, but not sure if I want to wait for 24+ months (not super close with my AD although I got few Rolex with them) Thank you for your advice in advance

15 September 2019, 11:06 PM	#18
leoleo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Singapore Posts: 144	Is ur WG OF or it is a full WG Daytona? If it is a full WG. I will get it as it look better than the SS. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=V81ivbolajQ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1CRyOPsHS4w Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ ♛ Smurf 116619 \|♛ Deepsea 126660 \| ♛ Batman 116710BLNR \| ♛ Daytona Black 116520 \| ♛ Kermit 16610LV \| ♛ 116718LN Green Dial \| ♛ Polar 16570 \| ♛ DJ 115200 \| AP ROO Montauk Highway \| PAM 312 \| PAM 425 \| Cartier Santos XL \| Maurice Lacroix Skeleton MP6258 \| Maurice Lacroix PT6187/97

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15 September 2019, 03:36 PM	#2
42itus "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Honolulu Watch: 116519LN Posts: 3,828	Definitely get the one you want. That’s a lot of money!

15 September 2019, 03:45 PM	#4
Investr Banned Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: LSU Watch: Constantly changes Posts: 3,815	If u need to ask a forum if you should buy a watch for north or $30k, then u probably shouldn’t, jeez!!!

15 September 2019, 04:16 PM	#8
42itus "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Honolulu Watch: 116519LN Posts: 3,828	You should try it on. Once you do, the answer should be clear. If it’s “I love it and I have to have it!”, then buy it. If it’s anything less than that then who cares if you miss out? I actually didn’t want the WG OF thinking it’s too much money but my SA suggested that I try it on “just for fun”. I tried it on and I immediately fell in love with it. Slept on it and decided to get it. It’s probably the favorite in my collection. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

15 September 2019, 05:34 PM	#9
Muxi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,823	Yes.

15 September 2019, 05:42 PM	#10
grimps "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: England Posts: 1,418	I've got the white gold Daytona on the Oysterflex , One thing i remember about the old White gold Daytonas is they don't hold the price very well , that said I don't think you'll lose out long term on the latest models

15 September 2019, 06:15 PM	#11
dxbtousa "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: dubai Posts: 672	Yes go buy

15 September 2019, 07:28 PM	#12
SpeedyTuomas "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Finland Posts: 595	It's a nice watch but only buy what you really like. Going for PM models as SS is unavailable might be the strategy for why SS models are disappearing so fast..

15 September 2019, 07:34 PM	#13
Pongster "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Marikina Posts: 2,561	White gold daytona better than SS.

15 September 2019, 10:58 PM	#15
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,473	It's all about which one you'd rather own...and wear, of course. No contest for me, as I've had both, with only the OF version still hanging around. The good news is that the WG is holding pretty well on the secondary market, so, if you didn't care for it, or if the steel version somehow becomes magically available, you won't get hurt if you need to move it.

15 September 2019, 11:01 PM	#16
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,435	If you’re going to love it as much as the SS white....yes, go buy it. I’d at least try to see both in person before I made the decision.

15 September 2019, 11:05 PM	#17
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,026	I’d go for gold

15 September 2019, 11:24 PM	#20
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	I owned a WG with meteorite dial. Regret that i let it go.

16 September 2019, 12:25 AM	#21
Motofan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: USA Posts: 18	The SS version is an outstanding piece, however the WG is special. In pictures they look very similar, but once you try on the WG you will know the feeling. Maybe you could get the WG now and then SS later (if it is still desired)? Really cannot go wrong with either.

16 September 2019, 12:27 AM	#22
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,616	I would take a step back and educate myself on the variations of models on the market. I would also, respectfully ask, why the Daytona? I understand a lot about the look, feel, history and the limited availability. Once you answer those questions and understand and own the responses then I would go buy what I want. I have owned all of the Daytona's, in every metal, and have always moved them on. Obviously, if you can buy the Platinum version then you can afford the SS in the Grey Market. Pick the one you want, get your best deal and buy it. Then wear it and enjoy it. Just my thoughts. Good luck.

16 September 2019, 12:28 AM	#23
HOT CPA "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Florida Posts: 38	Get the WG. The dial is infinitely better than the SS.

16 September 2019, 12:43 AM	#24
KBM 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,386	The white gold Daytona is a beauty. I much prefer that watch on the bracelet, however, so my decision would be swayed on whether you're considering that or the OF.

16 September 2019, 12:52 AM	#25
Calatrava r 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: United States Watch: Rolex and Patek Posts: 10,572	If you need to ask if you should spend 30K, I doubt you should make the outlay. Wait on the SS or forget the SS. I would not settle for anything as you would then be buying the SS and having to sell the white gold PM at a loss. This means you are paying more for the SS as the loss carries over as it was all part of one big contorted deal.

16 September 2019, 01:14 AM	#26
amilch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Palm Springs CA Posts: 374	Go for the WG on oysterflex. Unless you want the full bracelet. I regret letting my WG go. Either way you cant go wrong. Dont focus on the value retention.

16 September 2019, 01:17 AM	#27
MattyL147 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: USA Posts: 1,170	I just picked up the WG OF last week. Obsessed!

16 September 2019, 01:30 AM	#28
Halothane 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Anonymous Location: location location Watch: Rolex, Patek Posts: 2,279	Ask your AD if you buy the WG Daytona if he will move you up on the list for a ss Daytona. Won't hurt to ask and if he will then buy the WG and wear it until the ss comes in. You can decide later which to keep.

16 September 2019, 04:36 AM	#29
macrossVFX222 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Tokyo Posts: 12	Thank you everyone for your recommendation. I will likely get this one and get the SS version later as many of you suggested. Doesn’t hurt to have both. But I will for sure try it on first. So far I love all of my Rolexes so I am sure this one won’t be any different

16 September 2019, 04:39 AM	#30
RJRJRJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3,496	The WG OF is hard to get in it's own right. If you like it, buy it. If not......don't.

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