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Eric-London · 14 July 2018, 12:25 AM

I really like the the WG Daytona 116519LN and prefer this version with its ceramic bezel rather than the 116509 WG bezel version pictured below.

Unless I'm mistaken this version can't be bought with a WG bracelet.

However, I always prefer metal bracelets even though I know the Oysterflex is a super duper bracelet. Just feels more comfortable on my wrist.

I wonder if I bought one, would Rolex sell a 116509 bracelet?

My photoshop skills are rubbish so I'll let you use your imagination :)

kauffee · 14 July 2018, 12:32 AM

You’re not mistaken. You’re also not alone!

You might be able to source a WG bracelet separately but it could get very expensive.

rmlovett1 · 14 July 2018, 12:37 AM

Many would love this combination (myself included) I bought both models, thought the bracelet would win out for me...ended up keeping the OF. The contrast of black ceramic bezel, black Sub dials, steel dial, was a better combination (IMO). Both are fantastic!
I’m sure someone with more knowledge on the subject will chime in, but I’m not sure the bracelet will fit on the OF model.

tyler1980 · 14 July 2018, 12:45 AM

bracelet won't fit... look at the end links

You can go the other way around with OF if you can source one by adding custom end links to a bracelet version.

Cost prohibitive even if it was possible as i think the bracelet is fairly close to 20k USD. Im sure someone else knows for sure and will chime in.

I would love it in the configuration you want but i still think i would pick the OF version as its my favorite daytona counting both real and hypothetical versions.

16610v · 14 July 2018, 12:48 AM

I have the 116509, you can swap the bazel much cheaper than buy a wg bracelet.

tyler1980 · 14 July 2018, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by 16610v

I have the 116509, you can swap the bazel much cheaper than buy a wg bracelet.

thats the fix right there

Eric-London · 14 July 2018, 01:51 AM

Bezel swap sounds like a great plan and should be way cheaper than buying a bracelet on its own.

I paid £650 for an extra link for my Everose Rootbeer GMT. God knows what they'd charge for a whole bracelet lol

Would Rolex do the bezel swap or would it be an aftermarket job?

Bobby T · 14 July 2018, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by 16610v

I have the 116509, you can swap the bazel much cheaper than buy a wg bracelet.

Winner, winner......chicken dinner!!!!!!

tyler1980 · 14 July 2018, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Eric-London

Bezel swap sounds like a great plan and should be way cheaper than buying a bracelet on its own.

I paid £650 for an extra link for my Everose Rootbeer GMT. God knows what they'd charge for a whole bracelet lol

Would Rolex do the bezel swap or would it be an aftermarket job?

independent watchmaker for sure as no way Rolex will do it. Ive seen a few Rolex bezels floating around here but they are not easy to source.

Chiboy · 14 July 2018, 02:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Eric-London

Would Rolex do the bezel swap or would it be an aftermarket job?

Shirley, you jest.

Rolex will never do a non-OEM combo. They specifically make the endlinks different so you theoretically can't do this.

(edit) What he said above.

SearChart · 14 July 2018, 02:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Eric-London

Bezel swap sounds like a great plan and should be way cheaper than buying a bracelet on its own.

I paid £650 for an extra link for my Everose Rootbeer GMT. God knows what they'd charge for a whole bracelet lol

Would Rolex do the bezel swap or would it be an aftermarket job?

No Rolex does not allow that.

TimeToWatch · 14 July 2018, 03:45 AM

You could also try to source the steel dial and just add it to a 116500.

tyler1980 · 14 July 2018, 03:50 AM

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Originally Posted by TimeToWatch

You could also try to source the steel dial and just add it to a 116500.

why would anyone do that

"I finally got a daytona C and now im going to make it non ceramic "

...nevermind. I read steel bezel for some reason. Yeah the dial swap would work too

However to me that starts to cross the line of good taste, which is modding a SS watch to make it look PM but until the full bracelet WG version comes with a ceramic bezel, its ok in my book.

TimeToWatch · 14 July 2018, 03:52 AM

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Originally Posted by tyler1980

why would anyone do that

"I finally got a daytona C and now im going to make it non ceramic "

nevermind. I red bezel for some reason. Yeah the dial swap would work too

Haha never! I mean add the steel dial of the 116519LN to a 116500.

watchwatcher · 14 July 2018, 04:04 AM

I'm in the minority here, but just much prefer the 509 version. It looks about a million times better in the flesh than pics, so if you're comparing by looking at internet photos...don't.

I've had the OF (on the YM, not the Daytona) and have to say I'm not a fan. IMO, there is no comparison between feeling rubber on the wrist or solid gold.

LuminousMaximus · 14 July 2018, 04:11 AM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

I'm in the minority here, but just much prefer the 509 version. It looks about a million times better in the flesh than pics, so if you're comparing by looking at internet photos...don't.

I've had the OF (on the YM, not the Daytona) and have to say I'm not a fan. IMO, there is no comparison between feeling rubber on the wrist or solid gold.

Exactly. I have the OF RG Yachdmaster and a RG solid Gold Daytona and although both look and feel spectacular, I do miss the heft of the Solid Gold Bracelet. The SG rolex often times says hello by making one aware of the heft whereas the OF Rolex still says hello but not as often

And the SS Sub to me feels comfy but not a statement piece...

AK797 · 14 July 2018, 06:01 AM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

No Rolex does not allow that.

Could you do it Bas? Easy job?

SearChart · 14 July 2018, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

Could you do it Bas? Easy job?

Swapping a Daytona bezel and dial is easy, but I'm not doing it.
I'm not risking my job because someone wants a particular configuration that isn't offered by Rolex.

AK797 · 14 July 2018, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

Swapping a Daytona bezel and dial is easy, but I'm not doing it.
I'm not risking my job because someone wants a particular configuration that isn't offered by Rolex.

Eric-London · 15 July 2018, 09:30 PM

Shame really because Rolex already do a precious metal Daytona with a ceramic bezel and PM bracelet :(

I might have to save my pennies, bite the bullet and go for the daddy.

In the meantime I'll make do with my boring steel and ceramic lol.

Devildog · 15 July 2018, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

I'm in the minority here, but just much prefer the 509 version. It looks about a million times better in the flesh than pics, so if you're comparing by looking at internet photos...don't.

I've had the OF (on the YM, not the Daytona) and have to say I'm not a fan. IMO, there is no comparison between feeling rubber on the wrist or solid gold.

I m with you on this one.

PM, ceramic and strap/rubber work well, but that WG bezel with the steel dial on the 509 with it’s thicker case than the SS is just a thing of beauty.

SamP · 16 July 2018, 08:26 AM

For me this is the post of the year.
I too, love thie steel dial 509. I’ve the meteorite dial plus 4 other DT’s so it’s hard to justify.
But I can lust!
Almost as beautiful as the monotone platinum YM.
Regards

14 July 2018, 12:25 AM	#1
Eric-London "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: London Posts: 1,060	Precious metal question. I really like the the WG Daytona 116519LN and prefer this version with its ceramic bezel rather than the 116509 WG bezel version pictured below. Unless I'm mistaken this version can't be bought with a WG bracelet. However, I always prefer metal bracelets even though I know the Oysterflex is a super duper bracelet. Just feels more comfortable on my wrist. I wonder if I bought one, would Rolex sell a 116509 bracelet? My photoshop skills are rubbish so I'll let you use your imagination :)

14 July 2018, 12:45 AM	#4
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	bracelet won't fit... look at the end links You can go the other way around with OF if you can source one by adding custom end links to a bracelet version. Cost prohibitive even if it was possible as i think the bracelet is fairly close to 20k USD. Im sure someone else knows for sure and will chime in. I would love it in the configuration you want but i still think i would pick the OF version as its my favorite daytona counting both real and hypothetical versions. __________________ Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition)

14 July 2018, 12:48 AM	#5
16610v "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: YL Watch: Submariner Posts: 701	I have the 116509, you can swap the bazel much cheaper than buy a wg bracelet. __________________ Instagram: litwing23

16 July 2018, 08:26 AM	#22
SamP "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: London Watch: 1680/8 & '88 16528 Posts: 721	For me this is the post of the year. I too, love thie steel dial 509. I’ve the meteorite dial plus 4 other DT’s so it’s hard to justify. But I can lust! Almost as beautiful as the monotone platinum YM. Regards Last edited by SamP; 16 July 2018 at 08:27 AM.. Reason: Addition

14 July 2018, 12:32 AM	#2
kauffee 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Portland, OR Watch: 116610LN, 116500LN Posts: 1,379	You’re not mistaken. You’re also not alone! You might be able to source a WG bracelet separately but it could get very expensive.

14 July 2018, 12:37 AM	#3
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,498	Many would love this combination (myself included) I bought both models, thought the bracelet would win out for me...ended up keeping the OF. The contrast of black ceramic bezel, black Sub dials, steel dial, was a better combination (IMO). Both are fantastic! I’m sure someone with more knowledge on the subject will chime in, but I’m not sure the bracelet will fit on the OF model.

14 July 2018, 01:51 AM	#7
Eric-London "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: London Posts: 1,060	Bezel swap sounds like a great plan and should be way cheaper than buying a bracelet on its own. I paid £650 for an extra link for my Everose Rootbeer GMT. God knows what they'd charge for a whole bracelet lol Would Rolex do the bezel swap or would it be an aftermarket job?

14 July 2018, 03:45 AM	#12
TimeToWatch Banned Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: TRF Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 1,757	You could also try to source the steel dial and just add it to a 116500.

14 July 2018, 04:04 AM	#15
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,479	I'm in the minority here, but just much prefer the 509 version. It looks about a million times better in the flesh than pics, so if you're comparing by looking at internet photos...don't. I've had the OF (on the YM, not the Daytona) and have to say I'm not a fan. IMO, there is no comparison between feeling rubber on the wrist or solid gold.

15 July 2018, 09:30 PM	#20
Eric-London "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: London Posts: 1,060	Shame really because Rolex already do a precious metal Daytona with a ceramic bezel and PM bracelet :( I might have to save my pennies, bite the bullet and go for the daddy. In the meantime I'll make do with my boring steel and ceramic lol.

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