How could Rolex destroy their most beautiful Daytona watch? Speachless.

[FloridaBill]

I like both versions, but prefer the new 2023 over the 2016-2022 version

[douglasf13]

I think the bezel ring looks so much better. I always preferred the fully steel bezel version over the chunky ceramic one, but now I think the ceramic looks good.

[Golfbone]

Originally Posted by Motorsport_S65

I think I'm surprised to see so many people who aren't happy. Its different yea but some changes have to happen, no? And over time change is good, isn't it? LoL the design team has to have something to work on.

Variety is the spice of life.

Yes there is some truth to this but they could have improved the legibility of the piece and kept or improved it's looks. I have 2 Daytonas and an IWC 3717 and the IWC is the most legible watch I own while the Daytonas are gorgeous but legibility is among the worst of any pieces I have. Night and day between these 2 chronographs. So I would have preferred if they cleaned it up a bit rather than making it look busier and more unga patchka.

[Cloudchaser]

This is reminiscent of BMW changing the e46 body style and then going turbo and V8. Everybody hated it all.

Until they loved it.

[grahammackay86]

At first glance I thought something about the Daytona re-designs looked off but the more I look the more I love it! I have a feeling this will be the same for many over time.

[Cr_Zeek]

Originally Posted by Motorsport_S65

I think I'm surprised to see so many people who aren't happy. Its different yea but some changes have to happen, no? And over time change is good, isn't it? LoL the design team has to have something to work on.

Variety is the spice of life.

Things that matter to WIS don't matter to commonfolk. Rich gents/ladies only know it a Daytona and "want" it. That's all that matters.

[MSL997]

I did not appreciate the Gen3 design until I saw the Zen4 design.

[marc2828]

I hated the 4 door Jeep when it first came out. Now I think the 2 door Jeep looks small and weird. This WG OF Daytona is really great!

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[londonpilgrim]

The new one looks great, the old one looks great.

[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by Turb0wned

...but that silver rim around the bezel is a no go for me personally.

Totally cool, yet my wife is BRUTAL on timepieces (she with diamond DJ36 who has accidentally scratched TWO different watch crystals of mine!). Thus the outer metal around the bezel has the ability to better 'protect her' from destroying the ceramic insert.

[Cru Jones]

Personally, I like all of the changes Rolex has made to the Daytona, and much prefer the newer one.

But, Mystro, what matters for you is if you prefer yours. Seems like you do, strongly.

[Mystro]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Personally, I like all of the changes Rolex has made to the Daytona, and much prefer the newer one.

But, Mystro, what matters for you is if you prefer yours. Seems like you do, strongly.

This is true. I may even try to grab a black or possibly PM model of the 11 series before prices start to rise. Will see. I am gonna let all this settle with fresh eyes and a good cigar later. I am going to visit DavidSW store in 2 weeks. That could be trouble.

[amh]

Originally Posted by londonpilgrim

The new one looks great, the old one looks great.

Yes indeed

[omar10213245]

so these new dimensions on the daytona, as well as the ring around the bezel, are we seeing these on ALL new daytonas? or just the stainless steel variants?

[watchik]

Originally Posted by JohnGingerwood

I think it looks better. Cleaner and less cramped. This model will be popular.

Agree, I,like it better too.


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[Calatrava r]

If it hasn't been mentioned already, I think the steel frame on the bezel looks great but also probably protects the cerachrome bezel from damage from side hits. I was always concerned with the bare bezel being exposed; it could crack from impacts.

[Turb0wned]

I keep seeing people here mention that the rim will protect the ceramic.... How many of you have actually cracked a ceramic bezel....

[amh]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

If it hasn't been mentioned already, I think the steel frame on the bezel looks great but also probably protects the cerachrome bezel from damage from side hits. I was always concerned with the bare bezel being exposed; it could crack from impacts.

Fully agree. The new design is better in all respects although it's not what many were expecting.

[Tanuki]

Originally Posted by Mystro

This is true. I may even try to grab a black or possibly PM model of the 11 series before prices start to rise. Will see. I am gonna let all this settle with fresh eyes and a good cigar later. I am going to visit DavidSW store in 2 weeks. That could be trouble.

I think Rolex made the new model controversial on purpose and also discontinued the most sought after Daytona models so they can play the secondary market now that they’re doing CPO.

They’re double dipping knowing all new Daytonas will sell out anyway. This way the CPO market stays red hot with the JM, PN, chocolate, platinum with baguettes, all meteorites and blue white gold. Those were the best of the best for the Daytona and all negativity changed or outright discontinued.

Also we all wanted a 41mm case but if they did that all previous models would also have taken a hit. They had so many clear ways to improve the line but instead changed things that were perfect to begin with for no clear reason.

[kmzandrew777]

Originally Posted by samson66

I'm really curious to see what the actual case measurements are. If it is now a true 40mm I'll be happy.

Same here. I've always loved the look of the Daytona, but it wears like a ladies watch. Way too small, and desperately needed to be bulked up a bit.

[MeanPharmD]

I have never owned or cared for Daytona. What changes did they make exactly?

[Bobcat Sig]

I'm digging the new ring around the bezel, though I prefer the old hour markers. If this softens prices for the previous version, I'm on board.

The Daytona is a cool watch though I found it should be a true 40mm at the least, and probably better at 41 or 42mm.

[Roli4life]

I like the look of the new model, but admittedly had the same concern over the ring being a huge liability.

Every little knock is going to leave a divot tin that metal ring.
I think Rolex added it so they can charge more at service to change them out.

It’s obviously gonna get chewed up if worn often.

[Henrimontgomery]

The metal ring I posted in the other thread is what ruins the watch for me. SS has been neutered IMO.

[sawhornsoff]

I’m not a fan of the metal ring around the bezel. I’ve been pretty hard on my current ceramic Daytona as I’ve worn it since 2016 and the full cerachrome has really held up beautifully. I’ve owned plenty (at least 6, still have 2) of the steel bezel Daytonas and the bezel edges did take a beating and look shitty.

That being said, I’ll still get my hands on a pair of new ones and likely get rose gold oysterflex. Meterorite is no longer an option on the website so that is sad but those were impossible watches to get.

[logo]

I like the new one more, but thread reminds me of this lol

[Rrpdc]

Originally Posted by Turb0wned

I keep seeing people here mention that the rim will protect the ceramic.... How many of you have actually cracked a ceramic bezel....

Exactly, I am sure it happens but do not think it is frequent a ceramic bezel chips. Much more likely to ding that awful ring around bezel.

[Swiftneck]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

If it hasn't been mentioned already, I think the steel frame on the bezel looks great but also probably protects the cerachrome bezel from damage from side hits. I was always concerned with the bare bezel being exposed; it could crack from impacts.

I think the concern about cracking the ceramic bezel might be a bit exaggerated. I had a 116500ln and wore the hell out of it to a degree where it had to be laser welded before I sold it. The bezel never got a scratch.

I had a gmt rosegold gmt, where the bezel to some very heavy beating as well.

I might just have been lucky, but I don't think one has to be too concerned.

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[MrRothstein]

Making changes to a flagship type model is always gonna be polarizing. Some will now flock to the previous gen before they are gone and others will get in line for the new version.

Regardless they will sell every unit they produce. I’ll reserve judgement until I see them in person.

[Swiftneck]

Originally Posted by MeanPharmD

I have never owned or cared for Daytona. What changes did they make exactly?

It really doesn't matter then, does it..

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