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Abre · 12 June 2021, 06:49 AM

Hello fellow members,
So I wanted to share these two next to each other and was wondering which do you prefer and why ?
All comments are appreciated.
Thank you.

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garyk · 12 June 2021, 07:07 AM

My opinion is the Daytona is actually better looking. I own both brands so just my opinion!

Dr. Robert · 12 June 2021, 07:16 AM

Daytona, I prefer round!

Ginsu_ · 12 June 2021, 07:16 AM

AP, that’s coming from a 116500LN owner

kearez · 12 June 2021, 07:19 AM

AP, tried on the 38, serious watch. In my opinion its a level above the Daytona. Bracelet, dial, plus it has a date.

steph06 · 12 June 2021, 07:19 AM

Not very smart asking that question on ROLEXforums.com

AP chrono is far superior to any rolex.

sj24k · 12 June 2021, 07:20 AM

i think the AP scores points on fit and finish, the bracelet, and the truer panda effect. but loses a little for the placement of the date window. the daytona certainly scores for its classic looks and icon status. in the end, i'd choose the modern AP and opt for a vintage daytona.

Jackie Daytona · 12 June 2021, 07:52 AM

I like the AP a bit more.

Ask me a year ago it would’ve been hands down Daytona, but the AP just has more depth and uniqueness to it with the colors and texture of the dial.

Daytona’s aren’t built badly but the AP is probably a little finer build quality as well.

watchtabs · 12 June 2021, 08:00 AM

The AP, but not that size. Cause its got a date and I can't stand watches without dates.

pammo13 · 12 June 2021, 08:02 AM

Daytona works for me,

ks58 · 12 June 2021, 09:50 AM

If it's the AP41, I'd possibly lean toward AP. Such a cool watch. But I still love the Daytona.

Seddyspaghetti · 12 June 2021, 02:06 PM

Ap by a hair. 116500 is a great daily/all rounder tho

Ichiran · 12 June 2021, 02:16 PM

26315 > 116500 for me.

Fanofsteel · 12 June 2021, 02:49 PM

Daytona in a heartbeat.

Oxfordian · 12 June 2021, 07:18 PM

Based on the image posted neither would get time on my wrist, just not for me sorry.

therealpetrolhead · 12 June 2021, 08:38 PM

Daytona. I’ve had the 15400 (not chrono) for 7 years. While it was a great watch, it stopped working twice during that time. Once from clapping hands, and the second time for gently tapping on a ketchup bottle.

Might sound ridiculous but it’s true and actually had to go into service both times $$. It shows that AP’s are not built for daily wear. Just not as robust.

So my advice is to buy AP as occasion watch, it looks like a piece of art and the finish is amazing.

For a steel chrono, a potential daily, I’d always go for the Daytona.

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1William · 12 June 2021, 09:40 PM

I prefer the Daytona. I appreciate the AP but have no experience with the brand or the model.

travisb · 12 June 2021, 09:51 PM

AP purely on looks and finishing alone.

NYG1121 · 12 June 2021, 09:52 PM

I posted a similar thread but comparing it to a WG 116519 daytona. If steel daytona, AP ROC by a wide wide margin. Not in same league

brandrea · 12 June 2021, 09:58 PM

The AP is the better watch in terms of finishing, but for readability and everyday use, the Daytona wins

FTX I · 12 June 2021, 09:59 PM

I'm not a fan of any three handed AP let alone this one. Unfortunatelly to my eyes it looks overdecorated and in the end hideous, so Daytona by a very large margin for me but a black dial would be my choice.

Driver8 · 12 June 2021, 10:02 PM

The AP is the better watch, and a much less "obvious" choice.... BUT that 4:30 date position is hideous. For that alone I'd go for the Daytona (and I'm not even a Daytona fan!)

ROBERT1183 · 12 June 2021, 10:09 PM

definitely the Daytona over that specific AP. There's a bunch of AP i would take over the Daytona but not that one.

Merlin69 · 12 June 2021, 10:46 PM

I would go for the AP in this case.

samson66 · 12 June 2021, 10:49 PM

Daytona looks better. I've just never found any AP that I was really fond of. Blasphemy I know...

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DoctorA · 12 June 2021, 10:53 PM

AP is in a totally different league! It’s not even close

WestCoastS · 12 June 2021, 11:06 PM

Out if these 2 I like the AP with that date option and the bit if blue on the dial. But if it was PM Chronos head to head Rolex looks much better

tigerlam92 · 12 June 2021, 11:27 PM

IMO only

If you looking for a chronograph - AP without question. Like other said, a different level. However need to consider it is more fragile.

If you are looking for a Daytona then it’s the Daytona … it is way more robust.

Finally, depending on price of acquisition.

PS - I do have a Daytona. I just need one Chronograph and would have chose the AP over the Daytona.

Krash · 12 June 2021, 11:32 PM

AP

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rmagoo57 · 12 June 2021, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

Daytona, I prefer round!

Me too.

12 June 2021, 06:49 AM	#1
Abre "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: USA Posts: 441	This or that? Hello fellow members, So I wanted to share these two next to each other and was wondering which do you prefer and why ? All comments are appreciated. Thank you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 June 2021, 07:07 AM	#2
garyk 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Gary Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 11,038	My opinion is the Daytona is actually better looking. I own both brands so just my opinion! __________________

12 June 2021, 07:16 AM	#3
Dr. Robert 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 61,299	Daytona, I prefer round! __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

12 June 2021, 07:52 AM	#8
Jackie Daytona 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Brian Location: Nashville Watch: 16750 Posts: 5,825	I like the AP a bit more. Ask me a year ago it would’ve been hands down Daytona, but the AP just has more depth and uniqueness to it with the colors and texture of the dial. Daytona’s aren’t built badly but the AP is probably a little finer build quality as well. __________________ 16750 \| 6516(wife’s) \| 126334 \| 116400GV \| SBGA413 \| SRPE33 \| 126610LV

12 June 2021, 08:00 AM	#9
watchtabs "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Charlie Location: Miami Posts: 1,534	The AP, but not that size. Cause its got a date and I can't stand watches without dates. __________________ I have all the grails I could ever want, but the hunt will always continue .

12 June 2021, 07:16 AM	#4
Ginsu_ Banned Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: USA Posts: 37	AP, that’s coming from a 116500LN owner

12 June 2021, 07:19 AM	#5
kearez "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: 36000FT Posts: 701	AP, tried on the 38, serious watch. In my opinion its a level above the Daytona. Bracelet, dial, plus it has a date.

12 June 2021, 07:19 AM	#6
steph06 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Geneva, CH Watch: JLC 140.6.98 Posts: 93	Not very smart asking that question on ROLEXforums.com AP chrono is far superior to any rolex.

12 June 2021, 07:20 AM	#7
sj24k "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: GMT-07:00 Posts: 895	i think the AP scores points on fit and finish, the bracelet, and the truer panda effect. but loses a little for the placement of the date window. the daytona certainly scores for its classic looks and icon status. in the end, i'd choose the modern AP and opt for a vintage daytona.

12 June 2021, 08:02 AM	#10
pammo13 Banned Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: md Posts: 103	Daytona works for me,

12 June 2021, 09:50 AM	#11
ks58 Banned Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: United States Posts: 1,533	If it's the AP41, I'd possibly lean toward AP. Such a cool watch. But I still love the Daytona.

12 June 2021, 02:06 PM	#12
Seddyspaghetti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Uranus Watch: 116500LN Posts: 4,622	Ap by a hair. 116500 is a great daily/all rounder tho

12 June 2021, 02:16 PM	#13
Ichiran 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Michael Location: Dotonbori Watch: Mostly blue dials Posts: 7,625	26315 > 116500 for me.

12 June 2021, 02:49 PM	#14
Fanofsteel "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: South of Heaven Posts: 287	Daytona in a heartbeat.

12 June 2021, 07:18 PM	#15
Oxfordian "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Martin Location: England Watch: 124060 Submariner Posts: 2,871	Based on the image posted neither would get time on my wrist, just not for me sorry. __________________ Martin Small Rolex, Omega, Seiko and Oris Collection

12 June 2021, 08:38 PM	#16
therealpetrolhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Germany Posts: 4	Daytona. I’ve had the 15400 (not chrono) for 7 years. While it was a great watch, it stopped working twice during that time. Once from clapping hands, and the second time for gently tapping on a ketchup bottle. Might sound ridiculous but it’s true and actually had to go into service both times $$. It shows that AP’s are not built for daily wear. Just not as robust. So my advice is to buy AP as occasion watch, it looks like a piece of art and the finish is amazing. For a steel chrono, a potential daily, I’d always go for the Daytona. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 June 2021, 09:40 PM	#17
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,758	I prefer the Daytona. I appreciate the AP but have no experience with the brand or the model.

12 June 2021, 09:51 PM	#18
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,224	AP purely on looks and finishing alone.

12 June 2021, 09:52 PM	#19
NYG1121 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: NE Posts: 2,768	I posted a similar thread but comparing it to a WG 116519 daytona. If steel daytona, AP ROC by a wide wide margin. Not in same league __________________ Instagram @awristcheck

12 June 2021, 09:58 PM	#20
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,719	The AP is the better watch in terms of finishing, but for readability and everyday use, the Daytona wins

12 June 2021, 09:59 PM	#21
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,652	I'm not a fan of any three handed AP let alone this one. Unfortunatelly to my eyes it looks overdecorated and in the end hideous, so Daytona by a very large margin for me but a black dial would be my choice.

12 June 2021, 10:02 PM	#22
Driver8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: UK Posts: 2,767	The AP is the better watch, and a much less "obvious" choice.... BUT that 4:30 date position is hideous. For that alone I'd go for the Daytona (and I'm not even a Daytona fan!)

12 June 2021, 10:09 PM	#23
ROBERT1183 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: ROBERT SHAWGER Location: WHARTON, NJ Watch: ROLEX SOON Posts: 283	definitely the Daytona over that specific AP. There's a bunch of AP i would take over the Daytona but not that one.

12 June 2021, 10:46 PM	#24
Merlin69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Europe Watch: GMT II Posts: 393	I would go for the AP in this case. __________________ ♛ GMT Master II 116710LN, ♛ GMT Master II 126710BLRO, ♛ Submariner 116610LV, ♛ Explorer II 216570 Black, ♛ Deepsea D-Blue 126660 Ω Speedmaster Professional 1861 (Hesalite), Ω Speedmaster 321 "Ed White", Ω Speedmaster "Snoopy 50th Anniversary", IWC Fliegerchronograph, Cartier Tank Americaine Medium, Cartier Tank Must (Blue)

12 June 2021, 10:49 PM	#25
samson66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Eastern Shore, MD Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 12,909	Daytona looks better. I've just never found any AP that I was really fond of. Blasphemy I know... Sent from my Galaxy S20 using Tapatalk

12 June 2021, 10:53 PM	#26
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,523	AP is in a totally different league! It’s not even close __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

12 June 2021, 11:06 PM	#27
WestCoastS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Canada Watch: Rolex Posts: 541	Out if these 2 I like the AP with that date option and the bit if blue on the dial. But if it was PM Chronos head to head Rolex looks much better __________________ Submariner 116613LB Blusey Sky Dweller TT Black Dial DD 40 Silver Dial on [[[Yellow Gold]]]

12 June 2021, 11:27 PM	#28
tigerlam92 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 65	IMO only If you looking for a chronograph - AP without question. Like other said, a different level. However need to consider it is more fragile. If you are looking for a Daytona then it’s the Daytona … it is way more robust. Finally, depending on price of acquisition. PS - I do have a Daytona. I just need one Chronograph and would have chose the AP over the Daytona.

12 June 2021, 11:32 PM	#29
Krash 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Florida Watch: Sub, DJ41, GMT Posts: 7,062	AP Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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