Dayton Ceramic with White Dial = Future Collectible?

[benjamin831]

Kinda a crystal ball experiment here but I suspect that the current SS Cerachrom Daytona with a white dial will eventually become a future collectible grail. There's just something about this new iteration that checks all the right boxes. And it seems like the white dial is especially sought after.

What do you guys think? Would this be a standout piece in say 30 years? Or would it simply get lost in all the other Daytona references of the past and ones to come?

[mahefa]

Might be. I will buy it just to see how it looks like :)

[Recaro18]

I think that all the SS Daytonas are collectible... I haven't seen a Discontinued Model SS Daytona go down in price...

[Kenrocks]

I bet a lot of today’s watches will be collectible if you wait that long :)

Of particular Rolex models, I think any Daytona will be a safe bet, plus the d-blue which I think/hope will discontinue within the next 5 years.


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[Simon_e]

The SS daytona is usually the safest bet. They are always in demand.

[DuncanInLeeds]

As an owner, I hope so!!!

[Cutlass]

Originally Posted by recaro18

I think that all the SS Daytonas are collectible... I haven't seen a Discontinued Model SS Daytona go down in price...

+1

agreed

[padi56]

Originally Posted by benjamin831

Kinda a crystal ball experiment here but I suspect that the current SS Cerachrom Daytona with a white dial will eventually become a future collectible grail. There's just something about this new iteration that checks all the right boxes. And it seems like the white dial is especially sought after.

What do you guys think? Would this be a standout piece in say 30 years? Or would it simply get lost in all the other Daytona references of the past and ones to come?

Depends what you mean by collectible in the real world there are many many thousands of Daytona in this world today.Daytona with the in-house movement launched way back in 2000 so in 17 years of production thousands of those around today.Plus the Daytona C is still basically the old Daytona with a ceramic bezel and slightly different dials.So in say the same time period as when first launched there will be many thousands of those in this wide world we live in today.And would doubt if they would be as collectible say the vintage Daytona like say Paul Newman or Vintage 6263.Like most all modern day Rolex sports they will hold there value but as to being collectible well only time will tell on that one.

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by benjamin831

Kinda a crystal ball experiment here but I suspect that the current SS Cerachrom Daytona with a white dial will eventually become a future collectible grail. There's just something about this new iteration that checks all the right boxes. And it seems like the white dial is especially sought after.

What do you guys think? Would this be a standout piece in say 30 years? Or would it simply get lost in all the other Daytona references of the past and ones to come?

If you like to collect it then do so!

[jrs146]

If we take the rarity factor out being a collectible I think the white dial DaytonaC will have a special appeal for many many decades to come. Although it holds 90% of the same attributes as prior models, to me the 10% differences make it feel and look like an entirely different watch. The panda-like dial is simply stunning and the contrast between the white dial and the black ceramic bezel makes it sporty yet still dressy.

So I feel it's a classic in the making. Although production numbers will keep it from being rare I only see this one appreciating in value and collectibility.




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[rcwatches]

Originally Posted by Simon_e

The SS daytona is usually the safest bet. They are always in demand.

have to agree

[AK797]

A limited TRF only edition with real panda dials would really be collectible.

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by recaro18

I think that all the SS Daytonas are collectible... I haven't seen a Discontinued Model SS Daytona go down in price...

Originally Posted by Simon_e

The SS daytona is usually the safest bet. They are always in demand.

Yep, pretty much.

[richard371]

Lets see if the Paul Newman Daytona breaks records and makes headlines. If so it could drive the demand up even more. Its the closest looking watch to the PN and Big Red you can get for under $50k.

[Vaxe]

Now that would be cool
And matte white dial, brushed lugs

Originally Posted by AK797

A limited TRF only edition with real panda dials would really be collectible.

[JKolmo]

Yes now we’re talking! Matte panda dial, brushed lugs, brushed center links. Top modern but still a true classic.

[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by benjamin831

Kinda a crystal ball experiment here but I suspect that the current SS Cerachrom Daytona with a white dial will eventually become a future collectible grail. There's just something about this new iteration that checks all the right boxes. And it seems like the white dial is especially sought after.

What do you guys think? Would this be a standout piece in say 30 years? Or would it simply get lost in all the other Daytona references of the past and ones to come?

i doubt it.

a zenith daytona, big block tudor chrono / any rolex stamped tudor with an ETA -- or even a sd43/sub43 is safer long term 6d guess imop.

there's no standout peripheral or pop-cultural uniqueness to it today (ss daytona-c) beyond a ceramic bezel and better power reserve. and rolex is a mature brand today accessible to many, many more people -- and will it be aesthetically different in 30yrs? doubt it, beyond fonts and such.

the platinum daytona (used), is the better long view buy right now because its the best lower volume version and when compared to SS, its grossly under valued.

but with any watch, as long as the owner loves it, thats what matters.

[Ristretto]

I think the Platinum has a better long-term view being it is the first Platinum Rolex Chronograph and the mix of brown and ice blue would be a nice looking watch in 20-30 years time or would look as vintage as the older daytona.

Never bought it for investment purposes but its the ultimate daytona and fortunate of wearing it every day.

[brucethemanlee]

i doubt it....way to modern of a watch and EVERYONE and their dog wants one or is aware of the watch

[SL BRABUS]

Nobody can tell the future.....

All I say now is they are desirable......

Which mean if you buy @ retail or below retail, you WIN.....!!!

[GB-man]

No.

[bp1000]

Most rolex watches will go up in value

To become collectible they need to be rare or iconic for some reason

The only ones I can recall that might fit that are the stick ll GMT master from 2006/2007

The solid blue dial TT sub sold for only 4 ish years

The green sub - yes it lasted longer but the pre ceramic still had a fairly limited run. Not sure about the ceramic

Those 3 in 50 years, wonder what they will fetch.

As for the Daytona, harder to get hold of yes, prices higher, generally yes, but it’s still a Daytona but with a ceramic bezel that is going to feature on pretty much every Daytona going forward (probably)

[justdate]

The watch is already a collectible and selling for up to 80% above list in the Uk! That’s not bad even compared to a lot of collectible watches once inflation is accounted for.

[breitlings]

= current collectable. I think almost any Zenith Daytona, ss Daytona and Daytona C will be worth about 50k in the next 20 years.

[CollectorD]

already is.

[Chiboy]

Originally Posted by Ristretto

I think the Platinum has a better long-term view being it is the first Platinum Rolex Chronograph and the mix of brown and ice blue would be a nice looking watch in 20-30 years time or would look as vintage as the older daytona.

Never bought it for investment purposes but its the ultimate daytona and fortunate of wearing it every day.

I admit I didn’t buy mine with a view towards resale value either, other than buying a two month old one to reduce immediate depreciation.

I also enjoy mine every day, but it would be kinda cool if it became collectible.

[regnant]

I don't see it as a future collectible but rather a future or close distant investment. Watches are normally not investment items at for me but there're some exceptions and Daytona Cerachrom 116500 LN definitely hits this mark. While novelty doesn't wear off one could make a money �� from selling it

[Ristretto]

Originally Posted by Chiboy

I admit I didn’t buy mine with a view towards resale value either, other than buying a two month old one to reduce immediate depreciation.

I also enjoy mine every day, but it would be kinda cool if it became collectible.

Enjoy it in good health :)

Great choice

[littleolemoi]

That's gorgeouuus!!!

Congratulations and enjoy!!

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[904VT]

Originally Posted by benjamin831

Kinda a crystal ball experiment here but I suspect that the current SS Cerachrom Daytona with a white dial will eventually become a future collectible grail. There's just something about this new iteration that checks all the right boxes. And it seems like the white dial is especially sought after.

What do you guys think? Would this be a standout piece in say 30 years? Or would it simply get lost in all the other Daytona references of the past and ones to come?

Collectible, no. Collectibles usually end up being less demanded watches at the time of their production runs. Alternatively, could be a dial marking that Rolex experimented with for a very short time frame or a fault in the production process that causes unintended changes, think Patrizzi.

The Daytona in its current form is not under appreciated, so no chance it becomes a collectable.