Changing weight of the WG Daytona 116509

[GolfPunk]

You could say this is my favourite watch !

I purchased my first PM piece a few years ago, an M serial from 2009...weight with all links was 205 grams.

I then purchased the exact same watch but a G serial from 2012 with the newer clasp ....weight with all links 222 grams.

I have now purchased the exact exact same watch, a random serial from 2016 (new old stock)....weight identical to the G serial at 222 grams.

This shows that the upgraded clasp weighs a hefty 17 grams.

M Serial:


G Serial:


Random Serial:

[SC11]

Changed the watch but kept the dial haha

[GolfPunk]

Originally Posted by SC11

Changed the watch but kept the dial haha

No, they are 3 different dials, albeit the same.

[SC11]

Originally Posted by GolfPunk

No, they are 3 different dials, albeit the same.

I know you had a few dial changes but I wasn’t implying it was the same dial throughout more you kept going for the same dial type

[037]

Originally Posted by GolfPunk

No, they are 3 different dials, albeit the same.

Different hands and lume. Nowhere near the same!



Just making fun of the subtle differences.

Interesting data on the clasp. I'm sure the added weight helps with balance. A properly fitted PM Daytona feels great on the wrist.

[GolfPunk]

Originally Posted by SC11

I know you had a few dial changes but I wasn’t implying it was the same dial throughout more you kept going for the same dial type

Yeah without a doubt, I think this proves I have what I really want deep down

[GolfPunk]

Originally Posted by 037

Different hands and lume. Nowhere near the same!



Just making fun of the subtle differences.

Interesting data on the clasp. I'm sure the added weight helps with balance. A properly fitted PM Daytona feels great on the wrist.

The new clasp is a massive improvement as is the new style Bezel

[Bigblu10]

The new style clasp is much better than the old design. Blades and all.

[GreatCircle]

You have old green or blue lume now ?
Did you know green is actually a better choice? Had both superlumi and chromalight versions and noticed with the SL the numbers actually glow a little blueish during bright daylight, CL doesn't do that or much less. Big difference !



SL:

[R!$]

Its not noticeable but the older thinner clasp wears better

[GolfPunk]

Originally Posted by GreatCircle

You have old green or blue lume now ?

Did you know green is actually a better choice? Had both superlumi and chromalight versions and noticed with the SL the numbers actually glow a little blueish during bright daylight, CL doesn't do that or much less. Big difference !







SL:

The first 2 were green, the new one is of course Chromalite Blue.

[GolfPunk]

Originally Posted by R!$

Its not noticeable but the older thinner clasp wears better

I disagree, I find the new clasp much more comfortable

[The Sub-lime One]

Originally Posted by GolfPunk

Yeah without a doubt, I think this proves I have what I really want deep down

Here we go.

[037]

I prefer the green lume purely due to the color but have no choice on the new stuff. Green is easier for my eyes to pick up in low light.

The new clasp wins for me hands down.

[77T]

I guess the new blue lume also weighs more?


Nice exposition on the clasp. Did I miss something in your process? Did you also weigh head-only for each of the watches?


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[bradyb]

Was wondering why my Z-serial 116509 has a thinner clasp than the WG GMT and Sub.

Well then, now I know. Nice bezel update as well.

[Jim Smyth]

Originally Posted by The Sub-lime One

Here we go.

Yep till next week.

[bradyb]

Did the bezel really change between the thinner clasp 116509 and the latest version that Gary has now? I can't see any difference between these 2 WG bezels.

[Seaotter]

Originally Posted by Bigblu10

The new style clasp is much better than the old design. Blades and all.

[037]

Originally Posted by bradyb

Did the bezel really change between the thinner clasp 116509 and the latest version that Gary has now? I can't see any difference between these 2 WG bezels.

The new gold bezels are filled with epoxy flush with the top. The former ones weren't flush and the paint wore off rather quickly.

[bradyb]

Originally Posted by 037

The new gold bezels are filled with epoxy flush with the top. The former ones weren't flush and the paint wore off rather quickly.

Thanks. Will be interesting to see if they hold up better over time.

[peterskinner]

The good thing is you can always order a replacement bezel come service time...

[Razorsedge1]

All 3 look good to me!