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Old 15 June 2019, 11:31 PM   #1
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So roughly 5 months after expressing my initial interest I finally got the call today! I am now the proud owner of the Rolex Daytona 116519LN White Gold on OysterFlex bracelet.
I could not be happier with my purchase, I would go as far to say that none of my previous purchases have ever given me as much pleasure. The watch is visually stunning and the contrast of the dials/subdials is glorious!
The OysterFlex bracelet is incredibly comfortable and I like the fact that it is a very subtle PM watch. I am sure I will enjoy wearing it in all kinds of circumstances.
I was surprised that the watch is actually quite heavy (not uncomfotably so!). I thought the fact that it wasnt a solid metal bracelet would make it noticeably lighter than my other PM Daytona.
Overall i couldnt be happier with this piece, which is actually surprising as I was dead against the OysterFlex Daytonas when they first released and I just couldn't see the appeal or the price justification for a "rubber strap"...funny how our preferences change over time!
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Old 15 June 2019, 11:33 PM   #2
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Congratulations Luke, it looks perfect on you, enjoy it
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Old 15 June 2019, 11:43 PM   #3
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I saw one of these in the flesh on the wrist of the AD employee called Israel at Rolex Aventura Mall, Miami. The watch is simply stunning and, its the first Rolex watch that my GF has ever given an immediate about. Congrats OP, its a very very attractive piece.
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Old 16 June 2019, 12:23 AM   #4
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I saw one of these in the flesh on the wrist of the AD employee called Israel at Rolex Aventura Mall, Miami. The watch is simply stunning and, its the first Rolex watch that my GF has ever given an immediate about. Congrats OP, its a very very attractive piece.
Getting your other half on board can help make life alot easier when it comes to buying new watches lol!
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Old 15 June 2019, 11:54 PM   #5
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Congrats.. absolutely stunning.. Managed to get one myself after walking in to an AD 2 months ago.. welcome to the Daytona PM club :)
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Old 16 June 2019, 12:27 AM   #6
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Congrats.. absolutely stunning.. Managed to get one myself after walking in to an AD 2 months ago.. welcome to the Daytona PM club :)
You just walked in and managed to buy one? Nice! My AD said that these were becoming very hard to come by! I also have the 116508 in YG/green dial which i thought would always be my favourite Daytona...but now i am not so sure!
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Old 16 June 2019, 12:04 AM   #7
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you've really captured that dial beautifully , congrats!
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Old 16 June 2019, 12:09 AM   #8
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That's real nice! Congrats!
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Old 16 June 2019, 12:27 AM   #9
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Amazing watch! Congrats.
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Old 16 June 2019, 12:35 AM   #10
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Congrats. I got mine a couple of weeks ago and love it too.
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Old 16 June 2019, 12:36 AM   #11
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Old 16 June 2019, 12:40 AM   #12
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Looks superb, congrats!
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Old 16 June 2019, 12:57 AM   #13
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Congrats - I’ve been waiting exactly 5 weeks now for mine to come in. Hope it gets here soon.


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Old 16 June 2019, 01:02 AM   #14
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Congrats Luke, looks awesome on your wrist!
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Old 16 June 2019, 01:06 AM   #15
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What a stunner! This one is on my list for next year. Congrats and wear in good health!
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Old 16 June 2019, 01:06 AM   #16
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Old 16 June 2019, 01:23 AM   #17
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Congrats! Definitely one of my favorites!! Looks amazing!
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Old 16 June 2019, 01:57 AM   #18
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Old 16 June 2019, 03:41 AM   #19
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Excellent, congrats!
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Old 16 June 2019, 03:42 AM   #20
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The oysterflex is great looking on this Daytona! Congratulations!
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Old 16 June 2019, 03:50 AM   #21
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Old 16 June 2019, 04:44 AM   #22
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What size is your wrist and Which straps did you get, E&F?
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Old 16 June 2019, 04:58 AM   #23
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Old 16 June 2019, 05:11 AM   #24
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This is amazing. I’m so happy for you. I confirmed with the AD that I want this exact watch, and she promised a BLRO delivered at the same time. Apparently the 116519 is the hold up. The Pepsi I’m sure she already has in the safe.
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Old 16 June 2019, 04:53 PM   #25
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This is amazing. I’m so happy for you. I confirmed with the AD that I want this exact watch, and she promised a BLRO delivered at the same time. Apparently the 116519 is the hold up. The Pepsi I’m sure she already has in the safe.
Wow that will be a lovely double purchase!! I look forward to your 'incoming'!
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Old 16 June 2019, 06:00 AM   #26
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Old 16 June 2019, 06:07 AM   #27
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Old 16 June 2019, 06:14 AM   #28
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Old 16 June 2019, 06:59 AM   #29
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Stunner. Congrats!
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Old 16 June 2019, 07:14 AM   #30
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Congrats! I love my WG Daytona on OF also. Such a beautiful and comfortable piece.
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