Rolex Steel Daytona or New White Gold Daytona on the Oyster Flex Strap

[jarohr]

Hi Folks,

I recently acquired the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116500LN from my local AD. Then he showed me the new White Gold Daytona 116519LN on the OysterFlex band.

I fell in the love with this new Daytona. Now I am trying to sell my Steel Daytona and buy the new White Gold reference.

Do you think that will be a big mistake? Would the White Gold reference hold its value like I know the steel will?

Thanks!

Jeff

[ArtNouveau]

Market for gold Daytonas will always be much smaller than for steel ones. Check out any sales venues and you'll see late model golds discounted heavily from new.

[GB-man]

If you can capitalize on the market value of the 500 then you can hedge your downside on the WG. That said, the WG will absolutely be worth less down the road compared to the steel as a percentage of msrp.

I would make the flip anyways.

[Tony64]

Originally Posted by GB-man

If you can capitalize on the market value of the 500 then you can hedge your downside on the WG. That said, the WG will absolutely be worth less down the road compared to the steel as a percentage of msrp.

I would make the flip anyways.

^^^Exactly this.

[HubbleNox]

Originally Posted by Tony64

^^^Exactly this.

I agree, would do the same!

[sdimi]

This is all Chadridv's fault. I have the same feelings. Check out his post 'Incoming Daytona Grail - Mini-review & Comparison'

Personally I think the SS version will always be easier to sell, but I'm in love with the WG with that dial. Let us know what you decide to do. I'm leaning towards both!

[RichM]

I did exactly what you’re thinking about doing. I have no regrets. I’ll take the 519 over the 500 all day, everyday. It’s a beautiful reference.

I forgot to answer your question, the SS will hold its value better than the WG.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by Rich Mickol

I did exactly what you’re thinking about doing. I have no regrets. I’ll take the 519 over the 500 all day, everyday. It’s a beautiful reference. Attachment 910653

I forgot to answer your question, the SS will hold its value better than the WG.

Take advantage as Richie did and get the boss Daytona. Forget resale, resale's for wimps.

[faz]

Originally Posted by Rich Mickol

I did exactly what you’re thinking about doing. I have no regrets. I’ll take the 519 over the 500 all day, everyday. It’s a beautiful reference.
I forgot to answer your question, the SS will hold its value better than the WG.

Originally Posted by AK797

Take advantage as Richie did and get the boss Daytona. Forget resale, resale's for wimps.

+1 on both of the above.

(... and I have been a wimp in the past! )

[jed11]

Originally Posted by Rich Mickol

I did exactly what you’re thinking about doing. I have no regrets. I’ll take the 519 over the 500 all day, everyday. It’s a beautiful reference. Attachment 910653

I forgot to answer your question, the SS will hold its value better than the WG.

My favorite config of the new Daytonas...great pic of a great watch.

[mahefa]

Originally Posted by Rich Mickol

I did exactly what you’re thinking about doing. I have no regrets. I’ll take the 519 over the 500 all day, everyday. It’s a beautiful reference. Attachment 910653

I forgot to answer your question, the SS will hold its value better than the WG.

How does it feel on wrist? I have 116500 and also considering this very same reference with rubber strap.

[superdog]

Originally Posted by mahefa

How does it feel on wrist? I have 116500 and also considering this very same reference with rubber strap.

Feels great. Great size and perfectly balanced.

[GinzoMatic]

I don’t think it’s a mistake... I like the WG a lot


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[wildcat465]

PM looks and feels better. If you're unhappy with the SS Daytona, then get rid of it. Personally, I don't get the hype and elevated prices on the SS. Sell it while it's hot and purchase a preowned WG.

[superdog]

Tough call. But the money you make on the 500 will soften the blow.

It’s not better by any means. Buts it’s definitely different.

The WG version is pretty nice. For a lot of reasons. I like it a lot.

[jarohr]

If I could find a pre-owned, I would. There are not many to come by as far as I can tell... At least not yet

[wildcat465]

Originally Posted by jarohr

If I could find a pre-owned, I would. There are not many to come by as far as I can tell... At least not yet

Look at Capetown Diamond in Atlanta.

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[Snarltorialist]

Originally Posted by jarohr

If I could find a pre-owned, I would. There are not many to come by as far as I can tell... At least not yet

Give how new the 116519LN is, those being made available by grey dealers (whether BNIB or pre-owned) is still selling at a premium.

I would suggest getting one from AD at a discount off the MSRP (if possible). The greater difficulty is getting stock from an AD.

[ap1]

Originally Posted by Snarltorialist

Give how new the 116519LN is, those being made available by grey dealers (whether BNIB or pre-owned) is still selling at a premium.

I would suggest getting one from AD at a discount off the MSRP (if possible). The greater difficulty is getting stock from an AD.

I echo this - somehow this wg tona on rubber is joining the 500 in difficulty to actually purchase. I’ve been waiting far too long

[AK797]

Originally Posted by ap1

I echo this - somehow this wg tona on rubber is joining the 500 in difficulty to actually purchase. I’ve been waiting far too long

Really? Price here is actually a little under retail now as the Pound just had a bump following Brexit negotiations advancing a little. The WG seems particularly a fave for a PM Daytona so I imagine AD discounts will be mimimal for a while and none if there are waiting lists. One reason why I went for the 5164 now which has a similar set up.

[ap1]

Originally Posted by AK797

Really? Price here is actually a little under retail now as the Pound just had a bump following Brexit negotiations advancing a little. The WG seems particularly a fave for a PM Daytona so I imagine AD discounts will be mimimal for a while and none if there are waiting lists. One reason why I went for the 5164 now which has a similar set up.

Neil - you of all people know PM > SS.
Lol the 5164 is a beauty but I’m a Daytona man and it fits me just right.
Unfortunately I ordered this around May and my AD doesn’t think it will be here till next year. He has yet to get a single Daytona on OF. I understand the ss shortages but am quite surprised these PM daytonas are even slow to deliver


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[Chadridv]

It's a tough call, but if I had to choose one it'd be the WG. However, mine will coexist for the foreseeable future.

[superdog]

Originally Posted by Chadridv

It's a tough call, but if I had to choose one it'd be the WG. However, mine will coexist for the foreseeable future.

So sick.

[jonnyz1245]

Originally Posted by Chadridv

It's a tough call, but if I had to choose one it'd be the WG. However, mine will coexist for the foreseeable future.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by Chadridv

It's a tough call, but if I had to choose one it'd be the WG. However, mine will coexist for the foreseeable future.

Mods, when is this guy going to get banned from taking pics? No fair! He's like Benlee.

[Chadridv]

[jarohr]

That is a nice pair...

[jarohr]

Another question. If I do go with the WG, is it something I can wear everyday? This would be a big purchase and I am looking for an everyday watch...

[RichM]

Originally Posted by jarohr

Another question. If I do go with the WG, is it something I can wear everyday? This would be a big purchase and I am looking for an everyday watch...

Hell yes. You don't even have to worry about scratching the bracelet.

[JUSTIFIED]

Originally Posted by jarohr

Another question. If I do go with the WG, is it something I can wear everyday? This would be a big purchase and I am looking for an everyday watch...

I just bought a Rose Gold Daytona and have been wearing it everyday for about a month. Have whacked it pretty good already and it's held up just fine. I kept my 116520. Love it too, but gold is AWESOME.

Also, it may not hold it's value quite as well as the 500, but it's still a Daytona. If going PM, doing so with a Daytona is probably the safest bet. I realize they're sales prices and not bids, but the list prices on used RG versions on Chrono24.com seem to be holding up okay.

Be sure to post up a pic if you pull the trigger.