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seriously_watch_this · 12 January 2023, 10:11 AM

Gorgeous white gold, a beautiful blue dial, and just a whisper of red. A stunning combination, resulting in what I believe is the perfect package.

For me, this is still a dream…but eventually, the final destination. The ultimate reward for a job well-done. And a grand exclamation point on a collection, years in the making.

For everyone else who has crossed their own finish line and received this prize, let me know your thoughts! When and where do you wear it…and does it still hold a vaunted place in your own collection?

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VG10 · 12 January 2023, 11:24 AM

I just got it a week ago….. it’s awesome

FrankNYC · 12 January 2023, 11:27 AM

It’s good to have goals! I don’t have one, but I wish you much success in your pursuit!

cramsey · 12 January 2023, 11:38 AM

Looking to add this year, if I'm lucky!

WheresCassAt? · 12 January 2023, 11:52 AM

Literally just received "the call" for this piece today

fskywalker · 12 January 2023, 12:22 PM

Stunner for sure !

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seriously_watch_this · 12 January 2023, 12:23 PM

Awesome! Congrats to you, both!! What a fantastic way to kick off the new year! Did you guys get it through an AD or pre-owned? Personally, I really don’t see any real possibility of getting it new at an AD…and I don’t want to wait 2-3 years on the “hope & wish” list.

I’m looking to pick one up late this year…just watching the pre-owned prices come down!

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WheresCassAt? · 12 January 2023, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by seriously_watch_this

Awesome! Congrats to you, both!! What a fantastic way to kick off the new year! Did you guys get it through an AD or pre-owned? Personally, I really don’t see any real possibility of getting it new at an AD…and I don’t want to wait 2-3 years on the “hope & wish” list.

I’m looking to pick one up late this year…just watching the pre-owned prices come down!

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I was able to acquire one via an AD. The key to building my collection has been sourcing AD's outside of Canada, The US & Europe. There are way too many ppl interested in the hobby.

seriously_watch_this · 12 January 2023, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by WheresCassAt?

I was able to acquire one via an AD. The key to building my collection has been sourcing AD's outside of Canada, The US & Europe. There are way too many ppl interested in the hobby.

That’s great…so where does that leave, Asia? I agree there are too many people…I was hoping that a heavy-hitter like this might be a little easier to source, versus the super popular models, like a Sub or a Pepsi or even a regular ceramic Daytona.

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Animo Felonico · 12 January 2023, 12:50 PM

This is a great reference. And you don't see them everywhere like the steel ceramics

Alfa2109 · 12 January 2023, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Animo Felonico

This is a great reference. And you don't see them everywhere like the steel ceramics

You see the steel ceramic Daytonas everywhere?! Toronto must be one highly favored place.

WheresCassAt? · 12 January 2023, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by seriously_watch_this

That’s great…so where does that leave, Asia? I agree there are too many people…I was hoping that a heavy-hitter like this might be a little easier to source, versus the super popular models, like a Sub or a Pepsi or even a regular ceramic Daytona.

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vacation destinations. Rolex AD's are literally everywhere in the world

Kinnakeet · 12 January 2023, 02:16 PM

Very nice watch, congratulations. I’ve been on the list for over 2 years. The AD doesn’t get them in. Checked with him a few weeks ago. Took 2 years to get a WG Sub in for my husband. Maybe soon.

szabo_martin · 13 January 2023, 05:18 AM

Got mine in November and its truly a stunner on the wrist. The way it catches the light and the heft of it

tifosi · 13 January 2023, 05:27 AM

I tried this watch on last week. It seriously had me thinking of trading my entire collection.

Pablito · 13 January 2023, 05:49 AM

One of the most beautiful in the Daytona collection. Congratulations!

RDT-G23 · 13 January 2023, 06:11 AM

It always garners compliments…

JEdwardK · 13 January 2023, 08:33 AM

best blue dial in the Rolex lineup

would it look better with a ceramic bezel or no?

Chiboy · 13 January 2023, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by JEdwardK

best blue dial in the Rolex lineup

would it look better with a ceramic bezel or no?

I don’t think it would look better, but it would be more practical.

While it is a beautiful blue dial, it’s not *my* favorite in the catalog.

RDT-G23 · 15 January 2023, 12:00 AM

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seriously_watch_this · 15 January 2023, 02:51 AM

To all of you who own one - how often do you wear it?

1. Daily driver
2. Regular rotation, just not every day
3. Special occasions only
4. Total safe queen

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jb335 · 15 January 2023, 03:03 AM

I love this Daytona. Probably my favorite WG watch in the curent lineup that doesn't have a meteorite dial.

HERITAGE82 · 15 January 2023, 03:05 AM

The blue is stunning

Robf52 · 15 January 2023, 04:18 AM

Love it.

RDT-G23 · 15 January 2023, 06:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by seriously_watch_this

To all of you who own one - how often do you wear it?

1. Daily driver
2. Regular rotation, just not every day
3. Special occasions only
4. Total safe queen

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I’d say that I’m #2 here. Every week or every other week for a few days.

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seriously_watch_this · 15 January 2023, 11:42 AM

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I’d say that I’m #2 here. Every week or every other week for a few days.

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That’s good to hear…I want one to actually wear, not admire from afar, lol…

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Seddyspaghetti · 15 January 2023, 12:24 PM

Lovely piece for sure. I personally wish it didnt have the red though.

RDT-G23 · 16 January 2023, 03:53 AM

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Lovely piece for sure. I personally wish it didnt have the red though.

In the immortal words of “Watch Eric”, “the red pops”! It is excellent looking in person.

VogelPhoenix · 16 January 2023, 04:25 AM

My favorite Daytona, bar none.

bp1000 · 16 January 2023, 04:25 AM

Its a good egg

Had it maybe 4 or 5 years now.

Considering the fuss made about blue dials, I'm surprised this one doesn't get more appreciation, but I know that is totally subjective and a dial doesn't make a watch.

I wear it in fairly regular rotation with other stuff. It flies well under the radar so I can enjoy it much more than its YG or RG counterpart.
In that respect, if you are going to pay out for a watch like this, the natural tendency for a lot of people is to lean towards something that shows its value e.g. YG, but that is why I like WG and this. I can wear it in more places, more often it seems.

Great watch, not much if anything to dislike. And has a dial with multiple personalities, which I love in all watches.

12 January 2023, 10:11 AM	#1
seriously_watch_this "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Texas Watch: Today a Yachtmstr Posts: 165	Daytona 116509 Blue Dial Gorgeous white gold, a beautiful blue dial, and just a whisper of red. A stunning combination, resulting in what I believe is the perfect package. For me, this is still a dream…but eventually, the final destination. The ultimate reward for a job well-done. And a grand exclamation point on a collection, years in the making. For everyone else who has crossed their own finish line and received this prize, let me know your thoughts! When and where do you wear it…and does it still hold a vaunted place in your own collection? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

12 January 2023, 11:52 AM	#5
WheresCassAt? "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Cass Location: Toronto Watch: AP & Rolex Posts: 164	Literally just received "the call" for this piece today __________________ IG: Lucky.Left.Wrist

12 January 2023, 12:22 PM	#6
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 24,820	Stunner for sure ! (photo from web) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 2230.50.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 Zenith 02.480.405 Henry Archer Eclipse 2FA security enabled

12 January 2023, 12:23 PM	#7
seriously_watch_this "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Texas Watch: Today a Yachtmstr Posts: 165	Daytona 116509 Blue Dial Awesome! Congrats to you, both!! What a fantastic way to kick off the new year! Did you guys get it through an AD or pre-owned? Personally, I really don’t see any real possibility of getting it new at an AD…and I don’t want to wait 2-3 years on the “hope & wish” list. I’m looking to pick one up late this year…just watching the pre-owned prices come down! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

13 January 2023, 05:27 AM	#15
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	I tried this watch on last week. It seriously had me thinking of trading my entire collection. __________________ Russ

12 January 2023, 11:24 AM	#2
VG10 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: USA Posts: 21	I just got it a week ago….. it’s awesome

12 January 2023, 11:27 AM	#3
FrankNYC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New York Watch: SubC & Red;JLC RDM Posts: 1,036	It’s good to have goals! I don’t have one, but I wish you much success in your pursuit!

12 January 2023, 11:38 AM	#4
cramsey "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 171	Looking to add this year, if I'm lucky!

12 January 2023, 12:50 PM	#10
Animo Felonico "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 66	This is a great reference. And you don't see them everywhere like the steel ceramics

12 January 2023, 02:16 PM	#13
Kinnakeet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Michelle Location: Canada/Florida Watch: WG Breguet Typexx Posts: 2,787	Very nice watch, congratulations. I’ve been on the list for over 2 years. The AD doesn’t get them in. Checked with him a few weeks ago. Took 2 years to get a WG Sub in for my husband. Maybe soon.

13 January 2023, 05:18 AM	#14
szabo_martin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Canada Watch: 5711,Sub,DS,YM42 Posts: 796	Got mine in November and its truly a stunner on the wrist. The way it catches the light and the heft of it

13 January 2023, 05:49 AM	#16
Pablito "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: WestIndies Posts: 413	One of the most beautiful in the Daytona collection. Congratulations!

13 January 2023, 06:11 AM	#17
RDT-G23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 325	It always garners compliments…

13 January 2023, 08:33 AM	#18
JEdwardK "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Daytona C Posts: 235	best blue dial in the Rolex lineup would it look better with a ceramic bezel or no? __________________ - forever waiting for THE call...

15 January 2023, 12:00 AM	#20
RDT-G23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 325	Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

15 January 2023, 02:51 AM	#21
seriously_watch_this "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Texas Watch: Today a Yachtmstr Posts: 165	To all of you who own one - how often do you wear it? 1. Daily driver 2. Regular rotation, just not every day 3. Special occasions only 4. Total safe queen Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

15 January 2023, 03:03 AM	#22
jb335 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The States Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 7,059	I love this Daytona. Probably my favorite WG watch in the curent lineup that doesn't have a meteorite dial.

15 January 2023, 03:05 AM	#23
HERITAGE82 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 3,423	The blue is stunning __________________ - Rolex Explorer - 214270 - Tudor Black Bay - 79230B - Tudor Chronograph - 79270P - Breitling Chronomat - 10th Anniv. - Huguenin Freres Speedmaster Prototype

15 January 2023, 04:18 AM	#24
Robf52 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Sunshine State Watch: lots of Rolex Posts: 4,782	Love it. __________________ 126610LV//116508 Daytona YG Black/Champagne 116655 YM40 Everose Oysterflex//126622 YM40 Blue//126600 SD43 126710BLNR//126711CHNR 126334 DJ41 Rhodium/Diamonds//126331 DJ41 TT Wimbledon 124300 OP41 Green//126334 DJ41Mint Green

15 January 2023, 12:24 PM	#27
Seddyspaghetti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Uranus Watch: 116500LN Posts: 4,665	Lovely piece for sure. I personally wish it didnt have the red though.

16 January 2023, 04:25 AM	#29
VogelPhoenix "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Taiwan Posts: 3,680	My favorite Daytona, bar none. __________________ AP 15500ST Grey // 26237ST Beast // 26331ST Panda // 15450ST Blue // 77350CE Bucci // 26240CE 50th // 15407ST \|\| Rolex 116520 White // 116710 BLNR // 126200 Blue \|\| Omega Seamaster NTTD // Speedy Tokyo LE "Rising Sun" // Speedy cal. 321 "Ed White" A timeless classic - Winding, ticking, faithful time - Golden crown of trust

16 January 2023, 04:25 AM	#30
bp1000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Midlands, UK Posts: 4,784	Its a good egg Had it maybe 4 or 5 years now. Considering the fuss made about blue dials, I'm surprised this one doesn't get more appreciation, but I know that is totally subjective and a dial doesn't make a watch. I wear it in fairly regular rotation with other stuff. It flies well under the radar so I can enjoy it much more than its YG or RG counterpart. In that respect, if you are going to pay out for a watch like this, the natural tendency for a lot of people is to lean towards something that shows its value e.g. YG, but that is why I like WG and this. I can wear it in more places, more often it seems. Great watch, not much if anything to dislike. And has a dial with multiple personalities, which I love in all watches.

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