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clock · 8 October 2018, 07:09 AM

Sell my 16750 matte, add 3.5k-4K to get a 116520, white dial with B&P.
What would you do and why?

Snow-Dweller · 8 October 2018, 07:23 AM

I wouldn’t. The GMT function is far more useful than chronograph.

lecorsaire · 8 October 2018, 07:25 AM

If you’re concerned about appreciation then do it and don’t look back. As time goes by these 116520 Daytonas will get more and more expensive in mint condition with box and papers. The prices for a 16750 GMT will fluctuate just like a 5513 Sub but the Daytona is the indisputable king of the professional line.

Everyone likes different things. Some may be diehard GMT fans which would rather keep the 16750 but if the Daytona speaks to you then forget what other people think.

kcmo · 8 October 2018, 07:44 AM

It’s up to you. I’m a Daytona person and own a white 116520...it’s stunning!

Nikrnic · 8 October 2018, 07:53 AM

I wouldn't

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kirksingleton · 8 October 2018, 08:00 AM

I have traded two white Daytona’s but still have my Pepsi

Frakis · 8 October 2018, 08:07 AM

I personally would not make the trade. I prefer the GMT function as well as having a date. The ability to change the bezel inserts, and bracelets is what I love about the GMT. Ymmv.

Gotgolf52 · 8 October 2018, 08:50 AM

Nothing the professional lineup compare to Daytona steel IMO.

clock · 8 October 2018, 09:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lecorsaire

If you’re concerned about appreciation then do it and don’t look back. As time goes by these 116520 Daytonas will get more and more expensive in mint condition with box and papers. The prices for a 16750 GMT will fluctuate just like a 5513 Sub but the Daytona is the indisputable king of the professional line.

Everyone likes different things. Some may be diehard GMT fans which would rather keep the 16750 but if the Daytona speaks to you then forget what other people think.

I agree, although not everyone loves the Daytona, it holds and appreciates the highest value.

ap1 · 8 October 2018, 10:01 AM

Do it

ROLEXster · 8 October 2018, 10:10 AM

Do it ... it’s a beautiful watch.

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sensui · 8 October 2018, 11:57 AM

If you like it.....do it.....can't really do wrong value wise in the long run with stainless Daytonas. But I also have a soft spot for vintage GMTs. Tough call.

superdog · 8 October 2018, 11:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snow-Dweller

I wouldn’t. The GMT function is far more useful than chronograph.

Agree.

I also prefer the looks of the gmt.

EdwardC · 8 October 2018, 12:02 PM

It's personal. I like the 116520 and glad to have one.

SloRolexfan · 8 October 2018, 01:19 PM

Do it! I love my white 116520

Chadridv · 8 October 2018, 01:20 PM

If you prefer it and the money is right, go for it! Both are excellent watches. I'd prefer the more modern watch as a regular user.

arguetaoscar · 8 October 2018, 02:06 PM

Tough choice, I own a 116520 and a GMT 16700 Pepsi, 116520 is IMHO a dressier watch ... so basically depends on the use you will give the watch...

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pigman08 · 8 October 2018, 10:54 PM

I wouldn’t do it... I had a white Daytona, and I “traded down” for a 16710 original Pepsi w/ B&P AND a new 214270... I like each individual watch that I got in the trade more than the Daytona, and having both of them just makes it exponentially better... The Daytona was a cool watch, but it was just a little too much bling for me & I found that it wasn’t nearly as easy to read as the other two.

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watchwatcher · 8 October 2018, 11:13 PM

I'm usually all for flipping, if you're getting what it is you truly want...however, in cases where the watch you're flipping is discontinued, then I would advise an extra layer of caution.

Or better yet, don't do it and just add the Daytona.

rmlovett1 · 8 October 2018, 11:35 PM

Value wise...makes sense. Enjoyment wise....purely personal. As a one and only, I’d go Daytona, if you don’t need a gmt function or date. Although there’s no wrong choice, both are great watches. In a collection, if only could pick one to join the group, I’d go Daytona.
Ultimate answer ....both!

3581512 · 9 October 2018, 12:18 AM

I wouldn't do it, personally the SS bezel Daytonas never really sang to me.
But I would trade a 16750 for a 116500

mattedialdoc · 9 October 2018, 12:28 AM

The white dial Daytona 116520 was my first Rolex. I walked into an AD, asked if they had one, they brought it out, and I handed them my AmEX.
I really wanted to love it. I gave it a couple years, but I just “liked” it.
My issues with it:

A bit flash for me

Super hard to read the time compared to other watches. Yep. It is. And I’ve discussed w a bunch of other guys and if you are really honest, it is what it is.

Felt like the pushers were always digging into the back of my hand.

It’s a beautiful watch, but just wasn’t my style. I’m now just a 4 digit guy, except for a matte dial 16750. No looking back.

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Willygallardo · 12 October 2018, 01:58 PM

Sell it right away don’t hesitate

Recaro18 · 12 October 2018, 02:30 PM

Personal choice..which one do you love more?

Both great references..

Rashid.bk · 12 October 2018, 09:26 PM

The GMT is very nice, but the Daytona is legend beyond the PN ownership and the Daytona looks far more appealing in all situations.
The GMT is more useful, maybe...but there is a large percentage of buyers that buy Rolex just because you want it. Who here went into a Rolex store only because they were specifically looking for a "diving" watch...

I would get the watch I wanted, not the one the internet thought was subjectively better.
In this case I would get the Daytona.

beshannon · 12 October 2018, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clock

Sell my 16750 matte, add 3.5k-4K to get a 116520, white dial with B&P.
What would you do and why?

It would depend on whether I need a chronograph or a GMT watch

Md001 · 13 October 2018, 04:51 AM

Only if you prefer a chronograph function to a GMT else i would say don't do it.

8 October 2018, 07:09 AM	#1
clock Banned Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: in a house Posts: 13,510	Would you buy a 116520 but need to sell... Sell my 16750 matte, add 3.5k-4K to get a 116520, white dial with B&P. What would you do and why?

8 October 2018, 07:23 AM	#2
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8 October 2018, 07:25 AM	#3
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Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,343	If you prefer it and the money is right, go for it! Both are excellent watches. I'd prefer the more modern watch as a regular user. __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

8 October 2018, 07:44 AM	#4
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	It’s up to you. I’m a Daytona person and own a white 116520...it’s stunning!

8 October 2018, 07:53 AM	#5
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,160	I wouldn't Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

8 October 2018, 08:00 AM	#6
kirksingleton "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 1,759	I have traded two white Daytona’s but still have my Pepsi

8 October 2018, 08:50 AM	#8
Gotgolf52 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Paradise Island Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 970	Nothing the professional lineup compare to Daytona steel IMO.

8 October 2018, 10:01 AM	#10
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,045	Do it

8 October 2018, 10:10 AM	#11
ROLEXster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Vancouver, BC Watch: is on BS wait list Posts: 990	Do it ... it’s a beautiful watch. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

8 October 2018, 11:57 AM	#12
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,356	If you like it.....do it.....can't really do wrong value wise in the long run with stainless Daytonas. But I also have a soft spot for vintage GMTs. Tough call.

8 October 2018, 12:02 PM	#14
EdwardC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Pacific Posts: 3,503	It's personal. I like the 116520 and glad to have one.

8 October 2018, 01:19 PM	#15
SloRolexfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: SLO Posts: 58	Do it! I love my white 116520

8 October 2018, 02:06 PM	#17
arguetaoscar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 2,335	Tough choice, I own a 116520 and a GMT 16700 Pepsi, 116520 is IMHO a dressier watch ... so basically depends on the use you will give the watch... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

8 October 2018, 10:54 PM	#18
pigman08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Knoxville, Tn Watch: 16610,16710,214270 Posts: 427	I wouldn’t do it... I had a white Daytona, and I “traded down” for a 16710 original Pepsi w/ B&P AND a new 214270... I like each individual watch that I got in the trade more than the Daytona, and having both of them just makes it exponentially better... The Daytona was a cool watch, but it was just a little too much bling for me & I found that it wasn’t nearly as easy to read as the other two. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ ♛- 16610 (1999) ♛- 16710 (2018) ♛- 214270 (2018) ♛- Yet to be determined, but a white 16520 is on the short list. (I believe that I'll be able to read it better than my old 116520)

8 October 2018, 11:13 PM	#19
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,479	I'm usually all for flipping, if you're getting what it is you truly want...however, in cases where the watch you're flipping is discontinued, then I would advise an extra layer of caution. Or better yet, don't do it and just add the Daytona.

8 October 2018, 11:35 PM	#20
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,511	Value wise...makes sense. Enjoyment wise....purely personal. As a one and only, I’d go Daytona, if you don’t need a gmt function or date. Although there’s no wrong choice, both are great watches. In a collection, if only could pick one to join the group, I’d go Daytona. Ultimate answer ....both!

9 October 2018, 12:18 AM	#21
3581512 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: US Posts: 265	I wouldn't do it, personally the SS bezel Daytonas never really sang to me. But I would trade a 16750 for a 116500

9 October 2018, 12:28 AM	#22
mattedialdoc "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,002	The white dial Daytona 116520 was my first Rolex. I walked into an AD, asked if they had one, they brought it out, and I handed them my AmEX. I really wanted to love it. I gave it a couple years, but I just “liked” it. My issues with it: A bit flash for me Super hard to read the time compared to other watches. Yep. It is. And I’ve discussed w a bunch of other guys and if you are really honest, it is what it is. Felt like the pushers were always digging into the back of my hand. It’s a beautiful watch, but just wasn’t my style. I’m now just a 4 digit guy, except for a matte dial 16750. No looking back. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

12 October 2018, 01:58 PM	#23
Willygallardo "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Willy Location: Montreal Watch: AP's - Rolex Posts: 972	Sell it right away don’t hesitate

12 October 2018, 02:30 PM	#24
Recaro18 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: RiCkY Location: WESTSIDE Watch: 16520 Posts: 11,051	Personal choice..which one do you love more? Both great references.. __________________ Passion for Mechanical Timepieces! IG: @crown_in_oyster_case ~Connecting people through my passion, one timepiece at a time~

12 October 2018, 09:26 PM	#25
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,172	The GMT is very nice, but the Daytona is legend beyond the PN ownership and the Daytona looks far more appealing in all situations. The GMT is more useful, maybe...but there is a large percentage of buyers that buy Rolex just because you want it. Who here went into a Rolex store only because they were specifically looking for a "diving" watch... I would get the watch I wanted, not the one the internet thought was subjectively better. In this case I would get the Daytona.

13 October 2018, 04:51 AM	#27
Md001 Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: USA Posts: 113	Only if you prefer a chronograph function to a GMT else i would say don't do it.

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