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IndianRider · 1 February 2020, 05:16 AM

I have given up on getting a ceramic daytona at MSRP. Waitlists are meaningless. These pieces only go to those with substantial purchase histories 99.999% of the time. This is my grail Rolex but I refuse to pay over MSRP or spend $50-100 thousand so that I can get preferred treatment.

Rolexfellow · 1 February 2020, 05:17 AM

Exactly

IndianRider · 1 February 2020, 05:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolexfellow

Exactly

pickettt · 1 February 2020, 05:21 AM

I’m there with you. A Daytona is actually the ONLY other Rolex I want right now, and if I can’t get that...I guess I don’t want anymore Rolex. There are a lot of good brands and watches out there.

dmb359 · 1 February 2020, 05:22 AM

yep, they are meaningless.

There's probably hundreds of their customers that want a Daytona, so obviously when they get one it will go to someone with a better history with them.

They aren't going to shun past customers to sell it to someone off the street they don't know who may have questionable intentions (not referring to you, just in general)

It's just too bad supply can't try to catch up to demand.

matt_Denver · 1 February 2020, 05:27 AM

i may get blasted for saying this, but some of the Omega Speedy chronos are nice.

Water Wonderland · 1 February 2020, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by matt_Denver

i may get blasted for saying this, but some of the Omega Speedy chronos are nice.

Sure are. I'm considering a Speedmaster Racing or Dark Side of the Moon myself.

eteokles · 19 February 2020, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Water Wonderland

Sure are. I'm considering a Speedmaster Racing or Dark Side of the Moon myself.

The white dial speedmaster racing looks amazing.

Bluside · 1 February 2020, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by matt_Denver

i may get blasted for saying this, but some of the Omega Speedy chronos are nice.

Yes, they are.

IndianRider · 1 February 2020, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Bluside

Yes, they are.

I agree. I'm an Omega fan.

DTap · 1 February 2020, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by matt_Denver

i may get blasted for saying this, but some of the Omega Speedy chronos are nice.

Agree better pedigree too.

Arcticsub · 1 February 2020, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by matt_Denver

i may get blasted for saying this, but some of the Omega Speedy chronos are nice.

And it has much better history and heritage.

samson66 · 19 February 2020, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by matt_Denver

i may get blasted for saying this, but some of the Omega Speedy chronos are nice.

Yep, was going to say the same thing. I prefer the Speedies over the Daytona anyway. Picked this one up at 35%+ off retail. Unless you are tied to the Crown, there are a LOT of other high quality options out there and no surcharge or waiting list required!

m j b · 19 February 2020, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by matt_Denver

i may get blasted for saying this, but some of the Omega Speedy chronos are nice.

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Originally Posted by Water Wonderland

Sure are. I'm considering a Speedmaster Racing or Dark Side of the Moon myself.

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Originally Posted by samson66

Yep, was going to say the same thing. I prefer the Speedies over the Daytona anyway.

I've owned two Daytonas, could never tell what time it was. Beautiful watches but overrated and don't get me started on the ceramic bezel.

Heck, right now I'm wearing my 100% ceramic Speedmaster DSOTM with which I can actually read the time, and I bought it new at a discount.

JohnGingerwood · 19 February 2020, 05:12 AM

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Originally Posted by matt_Denver

i may get blasted for saying this, but some of the Omega Speedy chronos are nice.

No way. I agree. The racing speedy with white dial is a beautiful piece.

The Kermit · 1 February 2020, 05:27 AM

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Originally Posted by indianrider

i have given up on getting a ceramic daytona at msrp. Waitlists are meaningless. These pieces only go to those with substantial purchase histories 99.999% of the time. This is my grail rolex but i refuse to pay over msrp or spend $50-100 thousand so that i can get preferred treatment.

+1

42itus · 1 February 2020, 05:36 AM

Maybe one day a few years down the road we’ll look back and say “remember when everyone wanted the Daytona and it was double MSRP”?
I personally think the premium for all SS except the Daytona will go away soon. When the hype dies down it will go away fast. But what do I know?

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Rosex · 1 February 2020, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by 42itus

Maybe one day a few years down the road we’ll look back and say “remember when everyone wanted the Daytona and it was double MSRP”?
I personally think the premium for all SS except the Daytona will go away soon. When the hype dies down it will go away fast. But what do I know?

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100% correct, only question is how long will it take for the hype to build up again. The moral of the story is to buy what you like when you can. My AD told me about the days when he would order 10 black and 10 white Daytonas and they would arrive as per request.

RHIII · 1 February 2020, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by 42itus

I personally think the premium for all SS except the Daytona will go away soon. When the hype dies down it will go away fast. But what do I know?

I agree with this - and have said it a few times already. I think this year we’ll see more Subs, GMTs - etc in terms of stainless references in the ADs - and I think the Daytonas are going to become harder and harder to find. I wouldn’t be surprised if the secondary market ‘values’ creep up higher -

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tkc324 · 1 February 2020, 05:46 AM

Here is a different perspective. I wanted a ss Daytona back in 2004... I was just a year out of college at that time and one of my manager had one. That began my search and quest for one. Same situation as today wait list was way long and grey cost a fortune. It took me 5 years to finally buy one at an AD. It was 2009 in Hawaii when me and wife were on a vacation to celebrate our engagement. Be patient and don’t give up. No one can predict the market and when the next downturn will hit, but make sure you have the funds to jump on a deal because it can happen at any time. Good luck

djgallo · 1 February 2020, 05:59 AM

If I were you I would look at the discontinued Daytonas 5, and 6 digit, as well as TT Daytonas......they can be had for a lot less than the DaytonaC and they are very nice, in some ways even nicer.

Largoshark · 1 February 2020, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by djgallo

If I were you I would look at the discontinued Daytonas 5, and 6 digit, as well as TT Daytonas......they can be had for a lot less than the DaytonaC and they are very nice, in some ways even nicer.

That's probably my second favorite Rolex TT (after the Rootbeer of course

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emtee · 1 February 2020, 06:09 AM

Get a Zenith or a Speedy :)

Nairn1980 · 1 February 2020, 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by IndianRider

I have given up on getting a ceramic daytona at MSRP. Waitlists are meaningless. These pieces only go to those with substantial purchase histories 99.999% of the time. This is my grail Rolex but I refuse to pay over MSRP or spend $50-100 thousand so that I can get preferred treatment.

Definitely, better to move on

ancientmariner · 1 February 2020, 07:00 AM

Yes, other chronos out there.....

Chester01 · 1 February 2020, 06:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IndianRider

I have given up on getting a ceramic daytona at MSRP. Waitlists are meaningless. These pieces only go to those with substantial purchase histories 99.999% of the time. This is my grail Rolex but I refuse to pay over MSRP or spend $50-100 thousand so that I can get preferred treatment.

Settle in. Took me 14 years to get a ss Daytona, once I got it, realized it was not for me anyway. The wait and the hunt were more fun then having it on my wrist.

Rori · 1 February 2020, 07:20 AM

I’m with you on not paying a penny over retail price, however, I’m not smith you on waiting a Daytona, I don’t like it at all, any chronograph in fact.

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Originally Posted by IndianRider

I have given up on getting a ceramic daytona at MSRP. Waitlists are meaningless. These pieces only go to those with substantial purchase histories 99.999% of the time. This is my grail Rolex but I refuse to pay over MSRP or spend $50-100 thousand so that I can get preferred treatment.

psv · 1 February 2020, 07:25 AM

While I hate the current situation, just wait and be patient.

Rolex are not worth paying crazy prices for, like the 116520. While it is getting very hard to find a nice unpolished one with box and papers, it was never a rare watch. There is literally over 1,000 for sale on Chrono24. Still, people want crazy prices.

Just hang in there. And don't fret, it is just a watch, there are more important things in life (as we all know)

R_Rated · 1 February 2020, 07:46 AM

I too have been lusting after this piece but shifted gears and have a deposit on the first Omega 321 my AD gets!

ArtNouveau · 1 February 2020, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by IndianRider

These pieces only go to those with substantial purchase histories 99.999% of the time.

Guess I'm in the .001%. My three purchases from my AD have been BLNR, BLRO, and Daytona. Keep looking.

1 February 2020, 05:16 AM	#1
IndianRider Banned Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: on the road Watch: ing shameless Posts: 569	Given up I have given up on getting a ceramic daytona at MSRP. Waitlists are meaningless. These pieces only go to those with substantial purchase histories 99.999% of the time. This is my grail Rolex but I refuse to pay over MSRP or spend $50-100 thousand so that I can get preferred treatment.

1 February 2020, 05:22 AM	#5
dmb359 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Darren Location: Minneapolis Posts: 650	yep, they are meaningless. There's probably hundreds of their customers that want a Daytona, so obviously when they get one it will go to someone with a better history with them. They aren't going to shun past customers to sell it to someone off the street they don't know who may have questionable intentions (not referring to you, just in general) It's just too bad supply can't try to catch up to demand. __________________ @dmb359

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djgallo Banned Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Eastwest Posts: 1,322	If I were you I would look at the discontinued Daytonas 5, and 6 digit, as well as TT Daytonas......they can be had for a lot less than the DaytonaC and they are very nice, in some ways even nicer. Attached Images

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1 February 2020, 05:17 AM	#2
Rolexfellow Banned Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Florida Posts: 65	Exactly

1 February 2020, 05:21 AM	#4
pickettt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: California Watch: Shiny One Posts: 5,450	I’m there with you. A Daytona is actually the ONLY other Rolex I want right now, and if I can’t get that...I guess I don’t want anymore Rolex. There are a lot of good brands and watches out there.

1 February 2020, 05:36 AM	#17
42itus "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Honolulu Watch: 116519LN Posts: 3,828	Maybe one day a few years down the road we’ll look back and say “remember when everyone wanted the Daytona and it was double MSRP”? I personally think the premium for all SS except the Daytona will go away soon. When the hype dies down it will go away fast. But what do I know? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1 February 2020, 05:46 AM	#20
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	Here is a different perspective. I wanted a ss Daytona back in 2004... I was just a year out of college at that time and one of my manager had one. That began my search and quest for one. Same situation as today wait list was way long and grey cost a fortune. It took me 5 years to finally buy one at an AD. It was 2009 in Hawaii when me and wife were on a vacation to celebrate our engagement. Be patient and don’t give up. No one can predict the market and when the next downturn will hit, but make sure you have the funds to jump on a deal because it can happen at any time. Good luck

1 February 2020, 06:09 AM	#23
emtee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Real Name: Matt Location: UK Posts: 1,251	Get a Zenith or a Speedy :)

1 February 2020, 07:00 AM	#25
ancientmariner "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Tony Location: UK Posts: 1,174	Yes, other chronos out there.....

1 February 2020, 07:25 AM	#28
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	While I hate the current situation, just wait and be patient. Rolex are not worth paying crazy prices for, like the 116520. While it is getting very hard to find a nice unpolished one with box and papers, it was never a rare watch. There is literally over 1,000 for sale on Chrono24. Still, people want crazy prices. Just hang in there. And don't fret, it is just a watch, there are more important things in life (as we all know)

1 February 2020, 07:46 AM	#29
R_Rated "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: NC Posts: 159	I too have been lusting after this piece but shifted gears and have a deposit on the first Omega 321 my AD gets!

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