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sacsha00786 · 19 May 2017, 03:19 AM

I know the purist would be against this idea and would never recommend such a thing but I want to change the look on my Daytona. I got too many black dials so wanted to change the look a little.

I am thinking about upgrading the black dial on my 116520 with 116509 Blue Heaven dial.

http://timeandtidewatches.com/wp-con...845x550@2x.jpg

I'd also need the WG bezel to complete the look. The only thing that concerns me is the color tone on the WG bezel which is slightly warmer than SS.

What do you guys think?

AK797 · 19 May 2017, 03:25 AM

I would source the dial, but leave the bezel.

brandrea · 19 May 2017, 03:27 AM

I'm not sure if you can even put a gold bezel on a SS case

I'd leave it original, but its your watch so ...

sacsha00786 · 19 May 2017, 03:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

I'm not sure if you can even put a gold bezel on a SS case

I'd leave it original, but its your watch so ...

It does it.

brettpaul · 19 May 2017, 03:40 AM

I'd only do the dial (have a Panda on my 116520). IMHO changing the bezel too is trying to make the watch something that it's not.

I had a WG Panda but the metal was too soft however I liked the look and simply sourced a dial.

TheRolexKingofLV · 19 May 2017, 03:45 AM

A dial swap, not such a big deal...But if you do the bezel too, its building a Frankenwatch IMO.

travisb · 19 May 2017, 03:46 AM

I like to keep them original but if it's what you want, go for it.
I also would recommend the dial only and leave the SS bezel.

incontrol · 19 May 2017, 04:24 AM

It seems everyone is on the same page, including me.

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sacsha00786 · 7 June 2017, 01:46 AM

Morning guys,
Just wanted to share the update on this beauty. I finally got it back and I am so glad I did it. I like the black dial and all but this blue dial is really a beauty in person. Opted not to do the WG bezel.

JParm · 7 June 2017, 02:16 AM

Looks great!

RichM · 7 June 2017, 02:26 AM

Very nice.

KrismanX · 7 June 2017, 02:40 AM

What did that set you back?

droptopman · 7 June 2017, 02:46 AM

That looks awesome. Congrats

faz · 7 June 2017, 02:51 AM

Awesome! I just gave you thumbs up in that other thread too. This is a great way to enjoy a different looking (original) dial for a while.

ian.thomas · 7 June 2017, 03:09 AM

That's so hot!

tkerrmd · 7 June 2017, 03:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

I would source the dial, but leave the bezel.

this, lookings amazing, that dial is a killer!

incontrol · 7 June 2017, 03:21 AM

That Daytona is stunning. Congrats on the perfect choices.

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OgSnowflake · 7 June 2017, 03:24 AM

looks great

AK797 · 7 June 2017, 03:25 AM

Wow, that looks amazing, and well done for leaving the bezel! Wouldn't be surprised if a few others had this in mind now, even with the ceramic D500.

ACWATCHES · 7 June 2017, 03:27 AM

Fantastic, did you keep the original as well?

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sacsha00786 · 7 June 2017, 03:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ACWATCHES

Fantastic, did you keep the original as well?

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Yes I also went with a Preik clear case back. I am keeping the original dial and case back just in case I ever decide to sell the watch.

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

Wow, that looks amazing, and well done for leaving the bezel! Wouldn't be surprised if a few others had this in mind now, even with the ceramic D500.

thank you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by faz

Awesome! I just gave you thumbs up in that other thread too. This is a great way to enjoy a different looking (original) dial for a while.

thank you!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by KrismanX

What did that set you back?

It wasnt cheap :( couple of thousands :( but I think it was well worth it

SL BRABUS · 7 June 2017, 04:27 AM

Nice..

...!!

Who did the dial swap.....??

Netminder1 · 7 June 2017, 04:34 AM

That is really nice! Blue Heaven is the perfect name!

wrist_watcher · 7 June 2017, 04:36 AM

Not a Daytona fan but that is beautiful with a blue dial!

sacsha00786 · 7 June 2017, 04:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SL BRABUS

Nice..

...!!

Who did the dial swap.....??

Thank you. As for the swap, I have a buddy who works for RSC. I cant name which one :)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Netminder1

That is really nice! Blue Heaven is the perfect name!

It was literally icing on the cake. I liked the dial but I love the name :D

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrist_watcher

Not a Daytona fan but that is beautiful with a blue dial!

Thank you!

KrismanX · 7 June 2017, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sacsha00786

Yes I also went with a Preik clear case back. I am keeping the original dial and case back just in case I ever decide to sell the watch.

thank you!

thank you!!

It wasnt cheap :( couple of thousands :( but I think it was well worth it

Damn straight it was worth it! I need to see that dial in person... Golden decision my friend.

roadie1 · 7 June 2017, 12:32 PM

Wow that looks great! Let's see the clear case Back!!!

ap1 · 7 June 2017, 12:36 PM

Wow, stunner. How did you source that special dial

Miamipawnsab · 7 June 2017, 12:47 PM

Wow that's same idea I had I'm glad you did it looks great

versatile1 · 7 June 2017, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sacsha00786

I know the purist would be against this idea and would never recommend such a thing but I want to change the look on my Daytona. I got too many black dials so wanted to change the look a little.

I am thinking about upgrading the black dial on my 116520 with 116509 Blue Heaven dial.

http://timeandtidewatches.com/wp-con...845x550@2x.jpg

I'd also need the WG bezel to complete the look. The only thing that concerns me is the color tone on the WG bezel which is slightly warmer than SS.

What do you guys think?

Yessss

19 May 2017, 03:19 AM	#1
sacsha00786 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: East Bay, CA Watch: Sky-Dweller Posts: 191	Rolex 116520 with 116509 Blue Heaven Dial I know the purist would be against this idea and would never recommend such a thing but I want to change the look on my Daytona. I got too many black dials so wanted to change the look a little. I am thinking about upgrading the black dial on my 116520 with 116509 Blue Heaven dial. http://timeandtidewatches.com/wp-con...845x550@2x.jpg I'd also need the WG bezel to complete the look. The only thing that concerns me is the color tone on the WG bezel which is slightly warmer than SS. What do you guys think? __________________ Rolex 326135/116710BLNR/116613LB/126660/116610LV/16520/116520/1665/116655/116500/116234 Panerai 382 Bronzo/127 Fiddy/441 Ceramica Hublot / AP Big Bang Steel/15400 Steel Omega Planet Ocean Blue Ti/Planet Ocean SS Chrono Black/Orange JLC Master Control World Geographic

19 May 2017, 03:40 AM	#5
brettpaul "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Brett Location: Bahrain, Dubai Watch: Rolex and AP Posts: 5,538	I'd only do the dial (have a Panda on my 116520). IMHO changing the bezel too is trying to make the watch something that it's not. I had a WG Panda but the metal was too soft however I liked the look and simply sourced a dial. __________________ Photostream on Instagram brett_in_bahrain

19 May 2017, 03:45 AM	#6
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	A dial swap, not such a big deal...But if you do the bezel too, its building a Frankenwatch IMO. __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

19 May 2017, 04:24 AM	#8
incontrol "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Somewhere in PA Watch: All of them... Posts: 10,355	It seems everyone is on the same page, including me. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Patek Philippe Rolex

7 June 2017, 01:46 AM	#9
sacsha00786 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: East Bay, CA Watch: Sky-Dweller Posts: 191	Morning guys, Just wanted to share the update on this beauty. I finally got it back and I am so glad I did it. I like the black dial and all but this blue dial is really a beauty in person. Opted not to do the WG bezel. __________________ Rolex 326135/116710BLNR/116613LB/126660/116610LV/16520/116520/1665/116655/116500/116234 Panerai 382 Bronzo/127 Fiddy/441 Ceramica Hublot / AP Big Bang Steel/15400 Steel Omega Planet Ocean Blue Ti/Planet Ocean SS Chrono Black/Orange JLC Master Control World Geographic

19 May 2017, 03:25 AM	#2
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,230	I would source the dial, but leave the bezel.

19 May 2017, 03:27 AM	#3
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,694	I'm not sure if you can even put a gold bezel on a SS case I'd leave it original, but its your watch so ...

19 May 2017, 03:46 AM	#7
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,218	I like to keep them original but if it's what you want, go for it. I also would recommend the dial only and leave the SS bezel.

7 June 2017, 02:16 AM	#10
JParm 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NorCal Watch: Yes! Posts: 6,556	Looks great! __________________

7 June 2017, 02:26 AM	#11
RichM 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Richie Location: "Nowhere Man" Watch: out now,take care! Posts: 28,201	Very nice. __________________ "I love to work at nothing all day" TRF #139960

7 June 2017, 02:40 AM	#12
KrismanX "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Kristofer Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: my feet. Posts: 2,364	What did that set you back? __________________ No sticker left behind. "Better three hours too soon, than a minute too late." "All we have to do is decide what to do with the time that is given to us." ref. 116520 Daytona - 10/2014

7 June 2017, 02:46 AM	#13
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	That looks awesome. Congrats __________________ Judge Smails: Ty, what did you shoot today? Ty: Oh, Judge, I don't keep score. Judge Smails: Then how do you measure yourself with other golfers? Ty: By height.

7 June 2017, 02:51 AM	#14
faz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Faz Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: like'em all Posts: 4,655	Awesome! I just gave you thumbs up in that other thread too. This is a great way to enjoy a different looking (original) dial for a while. __________________ -Faz Instagram @fazmoto

7 June 2017, 03:09 AM	#15
ian.thomas 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,306	That's so hot! __________________ You're asking me how a watch works. For now, let’s just keep an eye on the time.

7 June 2017, 03:21 AM	#17
incontrol "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Somewhere in PA Watch: All of them... Posts: 10,355	That Daytona is stunning. Congrats on the perfect choices. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Patek Philippe Rolex

7 June 2017, 03:24 AM	#18
OgSnowflake Banned Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Steve Location: Massachusetts Posts: 506	looks great

7 June 2017, 03:25 AM	#19
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,230	Wow, that looks amazing, and well done for leaving the bezel! Wouldn't be surprised if a few others had this in mind now, even with the ceramic D500.

7 June 2017, 03:27 AM	#20
ACWATCHES "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: LONDON Posts: 127	Fantastic, did you keep the original as well? Sent from my Moto G (4) using Tapatalk

7 June 2017, 04:27 AM	#22
SL BRABUS "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: U.S.A Watch: Only Rolex & Patek Posts: 3,345	Nice.....!! Who did the dial swap.....?? __________________ Rolex Forum: Mainly Rolex & Benz pictures...!!! Click the above link to join the club...^^^... "SL BRABUS" aka BenzWorld Undercover Moderator

7 June 2017, 04:34 AM	#23
Netminder1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: Silicon Valley, C Watch: everyone Posts: 195	That is really nice! Blue Heaven is the perfect name!

7 June 2017, 04:36 AM	#24
wrist_watcher Banned Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Don Location: United States Watch: GMTII Posts: 179	Not a Daytona fan but that is beautiful with a blue dial!

7 June 2017, 12:32 PM	#27
roadie1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southeast Watch: Divers, GMT Posts: 2,144	Wow that looks great! Let's see the clear case Back!!!

7 June 2017, 12:36 PM	#28
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,042	Wow, stunner. How did you source that special dial

7 June 2017, 12:47 PM	#29
Miamipawnsab "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Sergio Location: Miami Watch: Lv,gmtc,ym,dayton Posts: 260	Wow that's same idea I had I'm glad you did it looks great

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