hi from ireland and a question?

[kieran]

hi everybody,im in a dilemna,i buying a rolex,now im looking at a datejust,white,oyster,roman,or im considering a daytona,white,which one in your opinon would be the easiest to sell,if i ever have to ,but i dont envisage it happening anytime soon,which watch depreciates fastest?,many thanks
kieran

[padi56]

Welcome to TRF Kieran regarding your question first finding a Daytona at list price is going to be hard to do.With some long waits from Ads,and grey market prices are still very high over list price.Anything at this present time Daytona will sell without any problems.Now most of the Rolex sports range, tend to hold there resale price a bit better that other models.But out of all the brands out there, Rolex seems to hold there price better than most.

[C.J.]

Welcome to TRF, kieran There is a large price difference between the two models you've mentioned. I would have to say that the Daytona would demand a higher resale value than the Datejust. Good luck in the acquisition, and do let us know how it turns out

[kieran]

Originally Posted by padi56

Welcome to TRF Kieran regarding your question first finding a Daytona at list price is going to be hard to do.With some long waits from Ads,and grey market prices are still very high over list price.Anything at this present time Daytona will sell without any problems.Now most of the Rolex sports range, tend to hold there resale price a bit better that other models.But out of all the brands out there, Rolex seems to hold there price better than most.

beleive it or not ,here in ireland a daytona 2 tone white sells for about 10,000,euro,however in england,the same watch can be got,for 2,500 euro less,in the grey market,thats including exchange currency costs,its similar with the date justs `as well is this a good deal?
thanks
kieran

[JJ Irani]

Hi Kieran,

Welcome to TRF. The TT Daytona is definitely cheaper and easily available as compared with the SS Daytona.

By the same token, resale value of the TT is not very good; so if you plan on buying one, then you might have to decide to hold on to it.

Cheers - JJ

[kieran]

thanks very much,im now leaning towards a daytona,i know the ads,charge more but am i missing something,if i buy on the grey market,or is there a catch,and is there a slump on,in england?,or have i just been fortunate?I rang arourd variuos dealers,and seem to have got caught in a bidding war,i talked them down by a`least 1000 on the daytona?

[kieran]

ok,jj,but ive found a ss daytona for 5,100 stg,2 years old would that be a better buy,but i really like the look of the tt?

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by kieran

thanks very much,im now leaning towards a daytona,i know the ads,charge more but am i missing something,if i buy on the grey market,or is there a catch,and is there a slump on,in england?,or have i just been fortunate?I rang arourd variuos dealers,and seem to have got caught in a bidding war,i talked them down by a`least 1000 on the daytona?

Well, my friend, if this is your very first Rolex, then I'd sugget an AD. There is a lot of unnecessary hype about the SS Daytona...a watch which is worth it only if you can get it at LIST Price - not at a premium!!

If you decide on genuinely keeping the watch, then there are some superb TT ones to choose from with an array of different dials. Also, the ADs would be more flexible on discounts with the TT model.

Good luck and do keep us posted.

Thanks - JJ

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by kieran

ok,jj,but ive found a ss daytona for 5,100 stg,2 years old would that be a better buy,but i really like the look of the tt?

If I were you, I'd buy a BRAND NEW TT model....but you must decide whether you want to keep it or not.

While the SS model is very attractive, I'd much prefer the TT with all those solid gold links and the SAME 4130, 44-jewel superb movement.

JJ

[kieran]

which woul be the better buy,both watches around the same price,a 2 yr old ss,or a new tt daytona?

[padi56]

Originally Posted by kieran

beleive it or not ,here in ireland a daytona 2 tone white sells for about 10,000,euro,however in england,the same watch can be got,for 2,500 euro less,in the grey market,thats including exchange currency costs,its similar with the date justs `as well is this a good deal?
thanks
kieran

Yes agree with you and myself would buy the TT anyday over the grossly overinflated S.Steel grey maket prices.IMO the TT is a better looking watch but myself not a huge fan of the modern Daytona.But saying that I have just been offered a S.S Zenith Daytona at a very good price.Although not a fan like I said, myself prefer the 6263.This Zenith one, maybe is to good to turn down,I know my youngest son would love it.Now in the UK you can pick up the TT Daytona for list if you can find one.

[kieran]

yes i think so too,a tt looks classier in my opinion,ive no intention of getting rid of it,in the near future,ive worked hard to save, and my wife is annoyed i havent made up my mind yet.lol

[kieran]

its really quite easy to pick up a below list,in the grey market in england,the leeds area in particular,its away from london,maybe they are more hungry for money up there!! lol

[Prince]

Originally Posted by padi56

...IMO the TT is a better looking watch but myself not a huge fan of the modern Daytona.But saying that I have just been offered a S.S Zenith Daytona at a very good price...

I'd take it, Peter. And just to whet your appetite, another look at mine...





BTW, a big welcome to TRF, kieran

[kieran]

very tasty picture,prince

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by kieran

yes i think so too,a tt looks classier in my opinion,ive no intention of getting rid of it,in the near future,ive worked hard to save, and my wife is annoyed i havent made up my mind yet.lol

Well, Kieran, looks like you've answered your own quesiton. GO TT!!

[Prince]

Originally Posted by kieran

very tasty picture,prince

Thanks, kieran.

Love Dublin! My wife and I stayed in one of the dorms of Trinity College the last time we were there. We have friends in County Donegal, and spend a lot of time there when we visit!

[kieran]

i work only a stonesthrow from trinity ,im a conceirge in a hotel,manys the time ive spent in rooms in trinity i was entertaiinment officer for the rugby club,brings back fond memories......lol

[Prince]

Originally Posted by kieran

...i was entertaiinment officer for the rugby club,brings back fond memories......lol

I bet it does!

[Rockrolex]

Welcome to TRF, Kieran. The guys have given you plenty of suggestions on which one to get, so I won't bore you with more of the same.

Just want to say, we're glad you found your way over to our merry madhouse. Do stick around and keep posting.

And definitely let us know what your final decision is.

[Uncle-AJ]

Hello and welcome to TRF Kieran.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

Hello and welcome to TRF Kieran.

Hello Adrian,

And welcome back to Saudi Arabia!

[mailman]

Hello Kieran and welcome to TRF Glad you found us and hope youcan stick around and join in on the fun. This is a great place with a super bunch of people.

[Uncle-AJ]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Hello Adrian,

And welcome back to Saudi Arabia!

You trying to confuse me?.................you BKL!!

[Rockrolex]

Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

You trying to confuse me?.................you BKL!!

What's the matter? Don't you know where you are? Check your plane ticket. If it's used, you're there. If not, you haven't left yet.

[Uncle-AJ]

Originally Posted by Rockrolex

What's the matter? Don't you know where you are? Check your plane ticket. If it's used, you're there. If not, you haven't left yet.

I've lost my ticket............................I'm in limbo!!

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

I've lost my ticket............................I'm in limbo!!

[Rockrolex]

Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

I've lost my ticket............................I'm in limbo!!

Isn't that south of County Cork?