Why all the TT Daytona hate?

[zengineer]

Why all the neediness?

Buy whatever you like and stop looking for or manufacturing an imaginary force of hate.

[ozwatchguy]

I’ve got a two tone Daytona black face and I enjoy it, although I only wear it on weekends and prefer SS for work.

[GoingPlaces]

Strictly because of resale.

[amh]

It's a ladies watch now. Would look great on my wife!

Looks great on Lori:

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by FlyFishingLawyer

Because two tone watches stopped being cool somewhere around 1990?

Originally Posted by jackcarls0n

I believe it is because it doesn't has a resell value as high as a SS. It would drop in value pretty fast. Plus the MSRP price is higher than the SS. You rarely would see a famous personality wear a TT. Expect the Daytona 24 winners. The ones who have them and enjoy it. I believe if John Mayer had one it would get a bit famous;)

Originally Posted by Seaswirl

Unlike other two tone professional models, the two tone Daytona is a bit more bold given the lack of a bezel insert. It’s a lot of gold. Two tone Subs and GMTs seem more subtle in comparison.

Originally Posted by GoingPlaces

Strictly because of resale.

If all those reasons "why not" aren't justification to get a nice pre-owned TT Daytona then there will never be reason. Boldness, lowered cost, and not following the herd seem like good reasons to own for me!!!!

Originally Posted by amh

It's a ladies watch now. Would look great on my wife!

So is every watch made by Rolex a Ladies' watch.

[Wingslogo]

I like the two tone, I almost bought this one but I feel as if the date function is incredibly important to me.




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[peterpl]

Ask yourself are you a sheep? If yes than just buy SS. LOL

[nick c]

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[Monty22]

Originally Posted by Bxtek

For me personally, for some reason the TT Daytona just doesn't do it for me. I'm not too fond of how it looks. I cannot explain why since I love TT on the Submariner, GMT and the DJ. I also am a big fan of the Daytona watch in general in SS and in full gold, but not in TT.

We can share our opinions and our thoughts with you, but if you like it and it "sings" to you......I say go for one! Ultimately, it doesn't matter what we think or how many haters there are. Go for the watch you like and the one that you will enjoy the most!

Agreed. Gotta go with whatever “sings” to you. Rolex $ seems like even more $ when you aren’t wearing exactly what you want.


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[jenedla]

I hemmed and hawed over a TT Daytona for about a year. I thought it was beautiful in pictures but never had the opportunity to try one in the flesh. I recently had the chance to try one on and the rest is history. I love it, my wife loves it, and it fills a nice spot in my collection as the closest I will come to a "dress" watch.

In my opinion, TRF opinions trend against TT, at least from those who post their opinions. Its difficult to know why some like TT and some don't. Maybe its related to age and perception? For instance, those who grew up recognizing TT as often associated with the 80s may tend to feel TT is dated and of another generation (e.g., old man's watch). Anyways, just a thought.

[Brew]

Originally Posted by FlyFishingLawyer

You mad, bra?

You’re right. All the two tones in AD cases are because SS GMTs, Subs and even Explorers are for people NOT COOL ENOUGH to dress like Vanilla Ice or the dude who sang “Can’t Touch This...”

Thanks, bra!

Not sure what a "bra" is, in this context, but I guess it's a meaningful slur in your world. Do lawyers really talk like that, or just on-line? Anyway, you're certainly welcome.

[Muxi]

A bit feminine, in my eyes

[GsurgBM]

My wife wears one almost daily. I’ll wear hers occasionally.


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[mml4]

There is what I refer to as the "SS Mafia" on this and other boards that see it as their mission in life to deride those who like TT references. You should buy what you prefer and ignore the nay sayers.

[Kiddodoc]

My wife gave me a TT Daytona for our wedding day, it's beautiful and one of my favorite watches.

[crazycarlitos]

No hate here.

Just don’t love it enough to buy.

I only buy watches I love.

[dieter1403]

I got the white and black Daytona 116520 and I love both. I never would buy the TT.


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[coleburns]

Originally Posted by billcosby

I'm getting ready to buy my first rolex. Before joining this forum my favorite rolex was the TT daytona with the black dial. After doing research on here I see alot of TT hate, specifically at the TT daytona. Why does everyone seem to hate this specific watch so much?

It just looks.... Wrong

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[Fasteddiefelson]

What is this TT that you guys speak of? I do not understand. Wait...you mean Rolesor? Aaaah!

[mmmmp]

What in tarnation? A Rolex TT Feminine? "Old man's watch?" "Every watch made by Rolex is a ladies watch?" Huh?

I try to be respectful to each and every member's opinion on TRF, but I gotta' say I can't agree with the above statements. I like the Daytona well enough however I don't aspire to own one anytime soon. (Even if I *qualified* under the current AD rule of "buy two Rolex watches and you'll get the one you want".)

The Daytona, in any iteration is a classic IMO. I like the SS or Platty or white gold more, but there's nothing wrong with the TT. (I have more of a problem with the rubber straps!)

Best,
Mark

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[snarkq]

I think SS Daytona fits squarely into peak Rolex hype. On my last few business trips to NYC, I'm always surprised how many SS white/black Daytonas I see everywhere. These same people all wear the same aesthetic - shoes, belts, jackets, etc.

I recommend discover your own personality and your own self. Remove any thought of what other people think about me when I wear this watch. Find the watch that sings to you. If that is the Daytona SS then great. But if its something else, enjoy a better value proposition and standing out from the crowd.

[zjd168]

no more hate than TT Sub or GMT. I guess the simple reason is most people prefer the SS version for obvious reasons.

[ChipWong]

Because theyre fugly and not to mention paul pluta has one too

[Otto]

I’ve owned two of them. Nice watches. Especially liked the slate dial version.

[Brew]

Originally Posted by Brew

Ignorance. See post #5.

Apologies to the new #5; good riddance to the old one.

[rcwatches]

I cant see why! Steel and gold daytonas look fantastic. Im a bigger fan of most of the dial options available on the steel and golds

[bobby81]

Originally Posted by billcosby

I'm getting ready to buy my first rolex. Before joining this forum my favorite rolex was the TT daytona with the black dial. After doing research on here I see alot of TT hate, specifically at the TT daytona. Why does everyone seem to hate this specific watch so much?

I ask myself the same question, I think the T/T Daytona is up there with all the other T/T Rolex Models


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[BobDyl]

Originally Posted by nick c

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Great pic of a great looking watch.

[nick c]

Originally Posted by BobDyl

Great pic of a great looking watch.

Thank you Bob


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[eupbin]

I had the black dial with the silver hands and frankly couldn't tell what time it was! Seemed like for all that cash I should be able to tell the time...